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Nancy Kassebaum Baker, former U.S. senator from Kansas, dies at 94
TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — Nancy Kassebaum Baker, a Kansas governor’s daughter who became the first woman elected to the U.S.
Canada announces retaliatory tariffs on U.S. after negotiations collapse
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney promised to match President Trump's new wave of tariffs "dollar-for-dollar." Olivia Rinaldi has more.
Kyle Kirkwood wins Freedom 250 Grand Prix IndyCar race in Washington, D.C
Kyle Kirkwood gave the Freedom 250 an American winner, racing to his second victory of the IndyCar season on the streets of downtown Washington, D.C., in a dominant performance Sunday.
Tim Scott says ‘without question’ Darline Graham is qualified for Senate
In an exclusive interview with Meet the Press, Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.) says Sen. Darline Graham is “ready for primetime” ahead of South Carolina’s Republican runoff on Tuesday. Aug.
Hakeem Jeffries and Jared Kushner meet in NYC to discuss how Democrats and Trump could cooperate
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., recently met privately with Jared Kushner, President Donald Trump ’s son-in-law and informal adviser, where they discussed possible areas of cooperation, a source familiar with the meeting confirmed to NBC News.
Supreme Court temporarily allows Trump ballroom construction to continue
WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court on Friday allowed President Donald Trump to continue constructing, at least for now, a new ballroom adjoining the White House.
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Becerra, running for governor of California, faces a health insurance problem
The nation's uninsured rate hit a historical low when Xavier Becerra was health secretary. Now he wants to be California's next governor as Trump's actions have driven people off health insurance.
Trump nominates Cameron Hamilton to lead FEMA (again)
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe asks "Politico's" Thomas Frank about new FEMA administrator Cameron Hamilton and whether his appointment means a change in heart by the Trump administration about the agency.
Week in politics: primaries results, Iran pressure, Korean relations flip
Democrats have not shown a clear preference for progressive candidates over moderate ones. Republicans have rejected some of President Trump's endorsees despite his tight grip on the party's base.
This week on the Hill: Georgia, South Carolina special elections draw focus
Lawmakers are fanning out across their districts and states for fundraisers, local events and campaign stops as the midterm elections heat up, while national party leaders are increasingly wading into races that could help shape control of Congress.
Pressure mounts on Ethics Committee to speed up misconduct probes as midterms loom
Democrats and Republicans are pressing the House Ethics Committee to move more quickly on investigations involving allegations of sexual misconduct or domestic abuse, as a string of high-profile cases and the looming midterms have renewed scrutiny of the secretive panel’s process. Investigations into Reps.
Oz says MMR vaccine 'is not a lethal vaccine'
Dr. Mehmet Oz, the administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), noted Sunday the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine is not lethal, contradicting President Trump.
Barrasso: Monday will be 'D-Day for the economy in Iran’
On Sunday, Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) said that Monday will be “D-Day” for the economy in Iran as the Trump administration and U.S. military vow to exert maximum financial and militaristic pressure on Tehran to end the war overseas. “Their economy is in shambles. And they're still dangerous.
McMahon says AI can be a ‘great tool’ for students
Education Secretary Linda McMahon said Sunday that AI could be a helpful tool for K-12 students if schools and educators apply the technology properly. During an interview on CNN’s “State of the Union,” McMahon spoke of her recent visit to the Alpha School in Austin, Texas.
Jennings shrugs off reports about interest in press secretary job: 'I don't know what's gonna happen'
Scott Jennings on Sunday downplayed reports that he is a favorite to succeed Karoline Leavitt as White House press secretary. “I don’t know what’s going to happen,” Jennings said on CNN’s “State of the Union.
Pence denies that Iran war hurting Ukraine by depleting US stockpiles
Former Vice President Mike Pence denied Sunday that the U.S. military depleting its weapons stockpiles in the Iran war is hurting Ukraine in its ongoing fight against Russia. “I don't see it that way, and I don't think… the Ukrainians do either,” Pence told host Dana Bash on CNN’s “State of the Union,” while in...
Turning Point USA announces Charlie Kirk memorial on university campus where he was shot
Turning Point USA announced that Turning Point USA co-founder Charlie Kirk will be honored at a Sept. 10 event on the Utah Valley University campus, feet from where he was shot.
US pressure needs to be directed at Russia, not Ukraine
Author David J. Kramer argues that the Trump administration must consistently defend American corporate interests and global market stability by increasing pressure on Russia to end its aggression against Ukraine.
Van Hollen says he wouldn't reject DSA endorsement, but 'certainly not seeking' one
Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) on Sunday did not shoot down a possible endorsement from the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), but the Democratic lawmaker added that he “certainly isn’t seeking it.” “I'm not going to sort of look into all these endorsements.
Texas GOP rep on Talarico: 'His views would kill Texas'
Texas Rep. Beth Van Duyne (R) said Sunday that Senate Democratic nominee James Talarico backs policies that would “kill” their state. During an interview on “The Hill Sunday,” Van Duyne said Talarico is “pretty much a complete DSA candidate,” referring to the Democratic Socialists of America.
El-Sayed under fire online after taking aim at Usha Vance, female Trump aide in weekend social media posts
Abdul El-Sayed's post about Usha Vance and JD Vance's grandfather sparked accusations of racism and sexism from Rep. Brandon Gill and others.
Karoline Leavitt reveals next role after leaving White House press secretary post
Karoline Leavitt confirmed aboard Air Force One that she will join Trump super PAC MAGA Inc. after stepping down as White House press secretary.
Alaska Republicans scramble to educate voters on suspected Dem plant as 'ballot fatigue' threatens race
Dan Sullivan faces voter confusion from a candidate look-alike sharing his name as Alaska's ranked choice voting system adds complexity to the Senate race.
Virginia Dem admits system ‘failure’ after illegal immigrant accused in landlord killing escapes to Tajikistan
Northern Virginia Democrats Donald Beyer and Suhas Subramanyam faced questions after a Tajik national fled a mental health institute to Dushanbe.
NYC taxpayers could pay twice under Mamdani's city-owned grocery store plan
Taxpayers may pay twice under Zohran Mamdani's city-owned grocery plan as NYC explores grants for independent grocers alongside the subsidized stores.
‘Barbaric’ abortion provision fuels Christian push to crack down on Dem governor
CatholicVote urged Massachusetts bishops to consider excommunication for Gov. Maura Healy after she signed a law allowing abortion up to birth.
SEE IT: Puerto Ricans reject 51st state push as residents fear taxes could skyrocket
Puerto Ricans told Fox News Digital they fear statehood would spike taxes and threaten the island's cultural identity amid its ongoing debt crisis.
Trump plays nuclear poker with Kim Jong Un — but who holds the cards?
Trump faces a stronger North Korea with 50-70 nuclear weapons and a powerful new partner in Russia, leaving denuclearization increasingly out of reach.
Pete Buttigieg returns to South Carolina as he weighs another White House run
Pete Buttigieg was in South Carolina this weekend as he considers a second presidential campaign
IndyCar is holding its first race in D.C. today. Here's what to know.
Twenty-five cars traveling at top speeds approaching 180 mph zoomed around the National Mall this weekend as IndyCar took over downtown D.C.
Dr. Oz says MMR is "not a lethal vaccine" despite Trump's comments
Dr. Mehmet Oz, the administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, said the MMR vaccine is "not a lethal vaccine," despite President Trump's claims in recent days.
Transcript: Rep. Seth Moulton on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 23, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. Seth Moulton, Democrat of Massachusetts and Senate primary candidate, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 23, 2026.
Transcript: Dr. Mehmet Oz on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 23, 2026
The following is the transcript of an interview with Dr. Mehmet Oz, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services administrator, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 23, 2026.
Transcript: Rep. Byron Donalds on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 23, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. Byron Donalds, Republican of Florida and candidate for Florida governor, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 23, 2026.
Transcript: Neel Kashkari, Minneapolis Fed president and CEO, on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 23, 2026
The following is the transcript of an interview with Neel Kashkari, President and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 23, 2026.
Transcript: Dr. Scott Gottlieb on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 23, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, who is on the boards of Pfizer and UnitedHealthCare, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 23, 2026.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 23, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Reps. Byron Donalds and Seth Moulton join Margaret Brennan.
Kashkari: Inflation could be extended as Canada fight goes on
Neel Kashkari, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, said the tariff fight with Canada could extend U.S. inflation, should the tense trade dynamic between the historically allied countries continue.
Dr. Scott Gottlieb says Trump FDA pick Heidi Overton "could be a strong candidate"
Former FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb, who now sits on the boards of Pfizer and United Healthcare, told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that President Trump's pick to lead the FDA, Dr. Heidi Overton, "could be a strong candidate" due to her "deep policy background."
Open: This is "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 23, 2026
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Minneapolis Fed President and CEO Neel Kashkari joins to discuss the U.S. debt hitting a record $40 trillion amid persistent inflation and market uncertainty. Plus, Rep. Byron Donalds joins fresh off his primary victory, and Massachusetts Democrat Rep. Seth Moulton…
8/23: Face The Nation
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Minneapolis Fed President and CEO Neel Kashkari joins to discuss the U.S. debt hitting a record $40 trillion amid persistent inflation and market uncertainty. Plus, Rep. Byron Donalds joins fresh off his primary victory, and Massachusetts Democrat Rep. Seth Moulton…
Tim Scott calls support for Darline Graham an ‘easy choice’ despite her debate flub
Sen. Tim Scott on Sunday defended fellow South Carolina Republican Sen.
Sen. Chris Van Hollen says he is ‘kicking the tires’ on a potential 2028 presidential bid
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Md., said in an interview on NBC’s “Meet the Press” that he’s “kicking the tires” on a potential 2028 presidential bid.
Kyle Kirkwood wins IndyCar race in downtown D.C. celebrating U.S. 250th birthday
Blasting down these iconic and bumpy streets with a view of the U.S. Capitol from his car, Florida native Kyle Kirkwood took the checkered flag to win a once-in-a-lifetime IndyCar race on a sunny Sunday.
Chris Van Hollen says he’s ‘kicking the tires’ on 2028 presidential run
In an exclusive interview with Meet the Press, Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) says the Democratic Party hasn’t “answered the call” on affordability concerns as he acknowledges he’s mulling a presidential run in 2028.
Republicans Grow Concerned With Economy’s Impact on Midterms
Meet the Press moderator Kristen Welker joins Sunday TODAY’s Willie Geist to discuss how Republicans are feeling about the midterm elections as affordability continues to be the no.1 issue for voters and races in states like Texas move to toss-ups. “No Democrat has won the senate seat there since the 1980s.
Sean Duffy’s Reality Show: From ‘The Real World’ to the Deal World
“The Great American Road Trip” sends the transportation secretary and his family on a wholesome, dull tour, with a lot of help from their sponsors.
The Data Center Backlash Bursts Into the Midterms
With opposition to the centers mounting, many Democrats and a growing number of Republicans are campaigning against them.
The Midterms Feel Like 2006 All Over Again
With an unpopular war and high prices agitating voters, members of both parties see parallels to an election cycle when Democrats romped. But a lot has changed.
Angry Ohio Voters Could Turn Their State Purple Again
A governor’s race, a Senate contest and enough congressional contests to swing control of the House are all in play in Ohio, where voters of all stripes express a deep sense of powerlessness.
For Some in a Disrupted D.C., Grand Prix Is More Irritation Than Celebration
Race preparations have snarled traffic, rerouted flights and forced the National Gallery of Art to conduct vibration tests.
See photos from the first IndyCar race in Washington
Drivers are dashing around the National Mall at speeds expected to exceed 185 mph.
Trump’s visa ban on 75 countries struck down by federal judge
A federal judge said the indefinite pause, which affected nationals of countries in every corner of the globe, ran afoul of antidiscrimination protections.
Pence says U.S.-Canada trade fight adds to affordability concerns for economy
“I think the last thing we need right now, as our economy is getting back on its feet, is a trade war with Canada,” the former vice president told CNN.
El-Sayed’s win triggered wave of anti-Muslim rhetoric online, Post analysis shows
After Abdul El-Sayed won the Democratic Senate nomination in Michigan, conservative commentary about him shifted focus from socialism to his Muslim identity.
She killed her 3 kids. MAHA blames her antidepressants.
The trial of Lindsay Clancy is complex and tragic. MAHA allies have latched on, claiming the case as evidence that antidepressants should be curbed. The post She killed her 3 kids.
How struggling farmers could turn Iowa blue and hand Democrats power
“We should end this war and provide some predictability for farmers rather than asking farmers to take the economic hit,” the Iowa Farmers’ Union leader told MS NOW. The post How struggling farmers could turn Iowa blue and hand Democrats power appeared first on MS NOW .
The hubris of Donald Trump
The president reportedly thinks that he is a “Top 10” world historical figure who is meant to change the world. That level of self-aggrandizing often doesn’t end well. The post The hubris of Donald Trump appeared first on MS NOW .
‘Benefits of being a state’: Trump escalates tariff war with Canada
His comments come after the U.S. imposed 50% tariffs on Canadian goods on Saturday. The post ‘Benefits of being a state’: Trump escalates tariff war with Canada appeared first on MS NOW .
A controversial surrogacy case exposes the far reaches of U.S. abortion wars
The complicated legal case of McKenna West has highlighted an ongoing debate about surrogacy, parental rights and how unregulated the birth industry is in the United States. The post A controversial surrogacy case exposes the far reaches of U.S. abortion wars appeared first on MS NOW .
I’m a forensic and reproductive psychiatrist. Here’s what we are missing in the Lindsay Clancy case.
Public discourse often separates people into “bad” and “mad” (or mentally ill) columns. In so doing, we do a disservice to equality and to the children killed. The post I’m a forensic and reproductive psychiatrist.
The complexities of covering swing voters and what they teach us about politics
For Reporter's Notebook, an NPR political correspondent shares the lessons she has learned listening in on groups of swing voters in swing states.
Week in Politics: Canada talks collapse; U.S. 'Economic D-Day; record national debt
Trade talks with Canada collapse hours before a new tariff deadline. President Trump threatens Iran with an "Economic D-Day" the same week the U.S. national debt surpassed $40 trillion.
Fetterman aligns with Trump on AI push, warns China benefits from US 'overreaction'
Sen. John Fetterman rejected "AI doomsdaying" and echoed President Donald Trump's push for AI development, warning that U.S. overreaction could benefit China.
Federal judge blasts Rubio’s 75-country visa freeze as ‘Orwellian,’ strikes down policy
A federal judge ruled Secretary of State Marco Rubio lacked authority to order immigrant visa denials for applicants from 75 countries found eligible.
FBI asked 'Sammy the Bull' if ex-Gambino mob prosecutor Comey knew meaning of '86': court filing
Sammy the Bull Gravano told the FBI James Comey "had to know" the term 86 meant killing someone, contradicting Comey's denial in his federal case.
The Will of 100: Trump’s SAVE America Act sidelined after Senate unanimously agreed to August exit
John Thune used unanimous consent to recess the Senate for five weeks, but all 100 senators agreed to leave without debating the SAVE America Act.
Teacher who battled union fears she’s being targeted after shirt complaint: 'I'm afraid'
Stacy Adair says she was reprimanded for wearing an "XX ≠ XY" chromosome shirt to a training event raising fears about her job security.
WATCH: Father of three outraged over advice his family received amid trans teacher fight
A dad says families objecting to a trans school teacher are being told public school may not be for them, while another speaker said children of “bigots" could be relocated.
Dem Senate hopeful racked up hundreds of missed votes during stops at multiple taxpayer-serving jobs
Democratic Senate nominee Mary Peltola missed 794 of 4,265 Alaska House votes and over a third of Bethel City Council meetings, records show.
Democrats face ‘do-or-die’ split with key voting bloc in razor-close Senate race
Mike Rogers launched a Democrats for Mike coalition as Jewish voters express alarm over Abdul El-Sayed's Israel stance and Hasan Piker ties.
Klobuchar's fraud fight claim takes hit after GOP opponent combs through receipts: 'Where were you?'
Amy Klobuchar issued over 1,000 press releases since 2022 but never once mentioned Minnesota's $250 million Feeding Our Future fraud scandal.
Senator launches assault on illegal immigration gaps as GOP races midterm clock to lock in key wins
Sen. Jim Banks warns Donald Trump's immigration executive orders face erasure without Congress locking seven bills into law before midterms arrive.
EXCLUSIVE: 5-time illegal entrant admits ‘mistake’ that finally got him busted by ICE
Ernesto Alejandro Perez-Garcia admitted to lying to ICE agents about his identity in Redondo Beach before being confronted with his own mugshot.
This rare Nebraska district backed Harris but sent a Republican to Congress. Can Democrats win here?
Just eight of 435 congressional districts backed a Republican in their House race and Democrat Kamala Harris in the 2024 election
Canada says it will begin retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods after Labor Day
The U.S. and Canada have wrangled for decades over trade, and somehow, they still managed to remain friends, allies and trading partners.
Army Secretary Dan Driscoll considering stepping down, sources say
U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is considering stepping down from his post by the end of the year, two people familiar with the matter told CBS News Saturday.
Big Bend residents warn Trump's border wall threatens Texas wilderness
A new $7.5 billion border wall construction project in Big Bend, Texas, is drawing bipartisan outrage in the community. Nicole Sganga has more.
Black war hero's family responds to ship renaming controversy
The family of Doris Miller, a Black U.S. Navy sailor who died in action in World War II, is reacting to reports that an aircraft carrier under construction that was set to be named in his honor might be renamed for President Trump.
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Canada announces retaliatory tariffs on U.S; Thousands in Gary, Indiana, still without power.
GOP lawmakers criticize Trump’s beef import plan amid blowback from ranchers
House and Senate Republicans criticized President Donald Trump’s decision to suspend tariffs on ground beef imports, with lawmakers from agricultural states decrying the impact Trump’s decision will have on farmers.
Some States Banned the Use of Food Stamps to Buy Soda. Did It Work?
A study shows a modest decline in soda purchases, but it’s not clear that the results will hold up in the long run.
How a Progressive Democrat in Florida Gave Her Party New Hope — and New Fears
Angie Nixon, a state lawmaker from Jacksonville, shocked Democrats in red Florida by soundly defeating her centrist primary opponent. Now comes the hard part.
Why Polling Chaos Could Create Big Problems for American Politics
Bad polls. Misleading betting odds. Surveys meant to shape narratives.
How the Billionaire Joe Lonsdale Shaped Trump’s Homelessness Policy
As Republicans have embraced tough measures to clear the streets, no group has led the way more than the Cicero Institute, founded by the venture capitalist Joe Lonsdale.
With Midterms Approaching, Trump Implores Republicans: Pretend I’m on the Ballot!
President Trump was in South Carolina to stump for Darline Graham, sister of Lindsey. But his own political future was on his mind, too.
She’s a Trump acolyte. He’s a ‘gringo Sandinista.’ Meet the Harps.
Trump aide Natalie Harp is estranged from her brother, Preston, who has used social media and recent interviews to criticize her and highlight his own left-wing politics.
Trump is living inside a billionaire bubble in the White House
The president touts cryptocurrency and data centers while ordinary Americans worry about inflation. The post Trump is living inside a billionaire bubble in the White House appeared first on MS NOW .
Top Iran official says U.S. focus on economic warfare shows it has failed militarily
The Iranian regime has dismissed President Trump's threats to crush Iran economically, saying that years of U.S. sanctions have failed.
What to know about this weekend's IndyCar race on the National Mall
Why is the car race in this part of D.C.? Will it be streaming? Who's paying for it?
Trump to honor Artemis II astronauts who traveled farther from Earth than any humans in history
President Donald Trump will award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the Artemis II crew at NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston on Aug. 28.
Trump fires back after protester interrupts Myrtle Beach rally for Graham: 'Mom is voting for us'
Trump fired back at a protester who interrupted his South Carolina rally, quipping that the heckler's mom is voting for him while showing support for Sen. Darline Graham.
Fauci's lawyers launch legal defense fund as federal, state investigations mount against him
Anthony Fauci's legal defense fund launches as Rand Paul pushes the Department of Justice to prosecute him over his Fifth Amendment invocations.
MAHA activists urge Trump against promoting coal to power energy-hungry AI data centers
Nearly 200 activists in Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s “Make America Healthy Again” movement are criticizing President Donald Trump's promotion of coal to power artificial intelligence data centers
Arizona AG declines to charge Gov. Katie Hobbs over pay-to-play allegations
State prosecutors declined to file criminal charges against Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs over allegations that she took part in a pay-to-play scheme with a group home company
Vance campaigns at the Ohio steel plant where his grandfather worked
Vice President JD Vance has returned to his hometown to campaign for Republican candidates at a steel plant where his grandfather worked
Men describe being deported by U.S. to dangerous African nation: "We cannot leave"
The Central African Republic is one of more than 30 countries the U.S. government has convinced to accept third-country deportees arrested as part of President Trump's large-scale crackdown on illegal immigration.
Trump threatens defamation suit against left-leaning think tank
President Trump's legal team is threatening to sue left-leaning think tank Center for American Progress for defamation over a report it issued that found "no evidence that National Guard deployments have reduced violent crime."
Pentagon moves to fire publisher and editor of Stars and Stripes
The Pentagon has given separation notices to both the publisher and the editor-in-chief of Stars and Stripes, according to people familiar with the matter.
Trump administration deports immigrants to dangerous Central African Republic
Camilo Montoya-Galvez speaks to two men who were deported to the dangerous Central African Republic instead of their homes.
New details in firing of Stars and Stripes journalists amid "woke distractions"
New details have emerged in the firing of taxpayer-sponsored military publication Stars and Stripes staff members. Nancy Cordes has more.
Reports of sexual assault in U.S. military declined for third straight year
The review included data from an anonymous survey conducted every other year that asks service members whether they've been the victim of unwanted sexual conduct or harassment.
8/21: CBS Evening News
Psychiatrist testifies in Clancy trial; Powerful storms rock East Coast.
'Dear Donald': Battleground district voters share their message to Trump
On his final day of the NBC News Drive to Decision Day series, NBC News senior national politics reporter Jon Allen joins Meet the Press NOW from Nebraska to recap his trip and hisvisit to the “blue dot” district.
Karoline Leavitt to work for Trump-affiliated super PAC after leaving White House
Press secretary Karoline Leavitt will work for President Donald Trump’s super PAC MAGA Inc.
Vance’s homecoming is a throwback to 2024 — and a preview for 2026 and 2028: From the Politics Desk
Vice President JD Vance’s return to his hometown was in many ways a preview of the heavy load he will carry for President Donald Trump and the Republican Party on the midterm campaign trail.
Trump says loyalist Ed Martin to leave the DOJ to focus on election-related legal battles
Trump loyalist Ed Martin, a “Stop the Steal” organizer and advocate and attorney for Jan. 6 defendants, who later served in the Justice Department, is leaving the administration to focus on upcoming elections.
Judge Strikes Down Trump’s 75-Country Visa Ban
The ruling from the Southern District of New York found that the policy went beyond Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s legal authority.
We Tried to Cover a Tom Kean Campaign Event. Someone Called the Police.
Representative Thomas Kean Jr. was joined Friday on the campaign trail by House Speaker Mike Johnson. An aide to Mr. Kean blocked a reporter’s entry. Then the police were called.
Trump Accounts Get an Unlikely Endorser: Gavin Newsom
Mr. Newsom, the governor of California, normally has harsh words for President Trump. But he called the new children’s savings accounts “one of the best things” the president has done.
Drawing on His Rust Belt Roots, Vance Campaigns for Republicans
Vice President JD Vance traveled to his hometown, Middletown, Ohio, and spoke at a steel factory where his grandfather once worked.
Pentagon Fires Editor and Publisher of Independent Military Publication
The firings at Stars and Stripes also claimed a Middle East correspondent. They are the latest effort by the Pentagon to diminish the news outlet’s editorial independence.
Court Slashes Award Alex Jones Was Ordered to Pay Sandy Hook Parents
An appeals court reduced the award to the parents of one victim to $6 million from $49 million, citing a Texas damages cap. The conspiracy theorist owes over $1 billion in other cases.
America Ends a Summer of Lightning-Fast Primaries and Political Speed Dating
Plot twists in several states have led to rapid-fire races that have felt more reminiscent of European-style snap campaigns than traditional American marathons.
Trump, his clout on the line, stumps for Darline Graham in South Carolina
The president sought to recast opposition to Graham as opposition to him. “They’re only fighting Darline because they want me to lose,” he told the crowd in Myrtle Beach.
Federal agents seize devices from ex-Rep. Eric Swalwell in sexual misconduct probe, AP source says
Federal agents seized electronic devices from former Rep. Eric Swalwell and searched his Washington home as part of an investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct by the ex-Democratic congressman from California.
'I am not running for president,' Attorney General Todd Blanche says at Iowa State Fair
On day five of his Drive to Decision Day series, NBC News senior national politics reporter Jon Allen joins Meet the Press NOW to break down his one-on-one with Attorney General Todd Blanche at the Iowa State Fair in Des Moines.
Navy discusses renaming aircraft carrier after Trump instead of heroic Black sailor
The USS Doris Miller would be the first aircraft carrier named after a Black and an enlisted sailor. The decision to name the carrier after Miller was made during Trump’s first term.
USS Lincoln heads home after extended deployment to the Middle East
Service members and their families had complained about deteriorating morale on the ship as its mission was extended to support the Iran war.
Trump and former fixer Michael Cohen bury the hatchet
The president and his former fixer put their contentious past behind them and reunited on Cohen’s radio show after years of legal feuds and name calling.
Army unit offers re-enlisting soldiers four-day pass to play ‘Grand Theft Auto VI’
The incentive is open to members of a Georgia battalion who re-up for two to six years. The hotly anticipated game comes out in November.
Democrat Aisha Wahab wins the special election for Eric Swalwell’s former California district
NBC News projects that Wahab, a state senator, defeated fellow Democrat Melissa Hernandez in the race to serve out the rest of Swalwell’s term.
Missouri court rejects petition proposing protections for laws passed by citizen initiative
A Missouri court has rejected a request to let voters decide in November whether to make it harder for lawmakers to change laws enacted by citizen initiatives
Americans have only elected 3 Black governors. This year, 8 major party candidates are on the ballot
Florida Republicans have settled on Byron Donalds, a congressman, as their candidate for governor, and that now makes eight Black major party nominees for governors this year
Prosecutors say bullet engraving shows Charlie Kirk was targeted for his politics
Prosecutors in Charlie Kirk’s killing have pointed to an engraved bullet in arguing that Kirk was targeted for how the defendant perceived his politics
Trump says US and Canada have a trade deal, but key terms remain unclear
Canada and the United States have moved closer to finalizing a trade agreement that would avert threatened 50% U.S. tariffs
‘Fed up with a war they didn't want’: Midwestern voters air frustrations impacting the midterms
Senior National Politics Reporter Jonathan Allen joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss his conversations with frustrated voters on the ground in Iowa and Ohio ahead of the midterms in his Drive to Decision Day series.
Trump administration moves ahead to end roadless rule on national forests
The Trump administration is moving ahead with plans to rescind a quarter-century-old rule that blocked logging and other development on national forest lands, drawing the ire of environmentalists nationwide
Whistleblower alleges political pressure, lack of evidence in antisemitism probes targeting schools
A whistleblower is alleging that a Trump administration task force created to combat antisemitism pushed for settlements with Ivy League universities
Appeals court says Trump-appointed US attorney in Nevada can’t legally serve in the role
An appeals court has ruled that continued leadership of the U.S. Attorney's Office in Nevada by the Trump administration’s pick violates federal law
Harriet Hageman wins Republican nomination for U.S. Senate in Wyoming
Harriet Hageman wins Republican nomination for U.S. Senate in Wyoming
Senator presses Hegseth, Caine for commitment to keep US military out of the midterm elections
Democratic Sen. Elissa Slotkin has asked Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to confirm that he won’t send troops to polling places during the midterm elections
Congresswoman says target of ICE operation in fatal Maine shooting wasn't up for removal
A Democratic congresswoman says the person Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents targeted in Maine last month when an officer shot and killed a motorist was not subject to a final removal order
Fake polling from mysterious company highlights danger of unvetted election surveys
A mysterious political firm admitted to fabricating multiple election polls this month
Fractured opposition battles Nigeria's Tinubu as presidential campaigns begin
The race for Nigeria’s top job began Wednesday as the West African nation’s electoral commission formally opened the campaign season
Eric Barlow wins Republican nomination for governor in Wyoming
Eric Barlow wins Republican nomination for governor in Wyoming
‘Resign. You’re destroying the country’: Republican voter in key Ohio district slams Trump
NBC News Senior National Politics Reporter Jon Allen cruises down I-80 in his Drive to Decision Day series to talk to voters in several battleground congressional districts that could determine the control of Congress. On day 3 of his road trip, Jon Allen visits Ohio’s 7th and 9th congressional districts.
Judge blocks Trump administration from moving FBI headquarters to DC office building
A U.S. judge has blocked plans to move the FBI's headquarters to a federal office building in Washington
In Florida, Wasserman Schultz sparks a debate over what representation means in diverse districts
Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz is running for reelection in a new Florida district after Republicans redrew the congressional map
Supreme Court asked to review law requiring the Ten Commandments in public schools
Civil rights advocates have asked the U.S. Supreme Court to review a Texas law requiring the state’s public schools to display the Ten Commandments
Ole Miss at Texas A&M? Texas Tech at Indiana? The CFP bracket based on the preseason AP Top 25
Ohio State, Oregon, Georgia and Notre Dame would be the top four seeds in the College Football Playoff based on The Associated Press preseason Top 25 poll
Trump ‘doesn’t have a plan’ on Iran: Voters in key Pennsylvania district upset with handling of war
NBC News Senior National Politics Reporter Jon Allen hits the road for his Drive to Decision Day series to talk to voters in several battleground congressional districts that could determine the control of Congress.
Republicans won the redistricting competition. Don't tell that to this California congressman
The national redistricting competition between the parties means California's conservative voters are going through the same thing as Democratic voters in Republican strongholds