PBS News Hour Live, Oct. 20, 2026: Zelenskyy Diplomacy and Kansas Midterm Battle

This live episode of PBS News Hour covers a busy Tuesday: Ukrainian President Zelenskyy meets with U.S. and European officials as tensions with President Trump persist, while Trump rallies voters in Kansas — a traditionally Republican state where the midterm fight has turned surprisingly competitive. The broadcast also follows election officials in Pennsylvania as they work to build trust in the voting process and ensure every ballot is counted, highlighting the administrative stakes ahead of the midterms. Together, these stories capture a day where foreign policy and domestic electoral politics collide. Tune in for full coverage of these developments and more from the News Hour team.