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About PBS NewsHour

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PBS NewsHour is produced by NewsHour Productions LLC, a wholly-owned non-profit subsidiary of WETA, the flagship public media station for Washington, D.C. Its funding comes from a diverse range of sources, including individual donations, grants from foundations, corporate sponsorships, and support from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB).

AllSides rates PBS NewsHour as 'Lean Left', noting that while coverage is generally neutral, its story choices may be of less interest to right-leaning audiences. Media Bias/Fact Check assesses it as 'slightly Left-Center Biased' based on story selection, but gives it a 'High' rating for factual reporting due to its evidence-based and accurate journalism. The outlet is known for its in-depth coverage and commitment to serious, long-form journalism. Historically, a 2003 study found it to be among the most centrist news programs, though its methodology was questioned. Some viewers have raised concerns about perceived bias, particularly regarding political coverage, but a PBS Public Editor review found no evidence of an increase in unmarked commentary.