Blanche Scraps ‘Anti-Weaponization’ Fund Ahead of Nomination
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s nomination appears to be back on track after he announced a key decision to satisfy two Republican holdouts in the Senate who said they could not support his confirmation until the “anti-weaponization” fund was rescinded in writing. Now, Blanche posted an order establishing, “Beyond any doubt, there is no fund.” NBC’s Garrett Haake reports for TODAY.
Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:23:25 GMT
Trump Says Iran Talks to Resume After Strikes Called off
President Donald Trump announced the United States and Iran are set to resume talks following his decision to call off massive strikes over the weekend. There’s no confirmation from Iran but Iran’s foreign minister did say, “Negotiations are on the path to being finalized.” NBC’s Keir Simmons reports for TODAY.
Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:22:38 GMT
Israel says it has concerns with Hamas disarmament deal as it keeps up Gaza strikes
Israel says it has shared concerns with the United States about the proposed disarmament deal with Hamas, raising new doubts about the agreement touted by President Donald Trump.
Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:57:25 GMT
Michigan reports first two deaths in the cyclosporiasis outbreak
Two people in Michigan who had contracted cyclosporiasis have died, the state Health and Human Services Department said Monday.
Mon, 03 Aug 2026 16:15:44 GMT
Spanish Soccer Star Ferran Torres Talks World Cup Win
Soccer star Ferran Torres joins TODAY to talk about Spain’s 2026 FIFA World Cup championship and shares insight into his epic extra-time goal in the final that sealed his team’s victory over Argentina. He also opens up about his mental health journey and gets surprised with gifts for his two dogs!
Mon, 03 Aug 2026 13:25:26 GMT