In a post on social media, President Trump threatened to pull acting Attorney General Todd Blanche's nomination to serve permanently in the role until two Senate Republicans who are withholding their support leave office next year. NBC News' Julie Tsirkin reports from Capitol Hill on why the senators oppose advancing Blanche's nomination to the full Senate.
Thu, 30 Jul 2026 16:10:59 GMT
Former Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes announced Thursday that he is dropping out of the Democratic race for governor in Wisconsin less than two weeks out from the primary.
Thu, 30 Jul 2026 18:33:26 GMT
The United States launched major strikes against Iran Thursday morning after President Donald Trump vowed to hit the regime “very hard” as retaliation for a surprise attack on American forces in the region earlier in the week. It comes as a new poll shows 72% of Americans disapprove of the president's handling of Iran. NBC’s Gabe Gutierrez reports for TODAY.
Thu, 30 Jul 2026 11:13:24 GMT
The man who gifted his 14-year-old son an assault rifle that he then used to unleash a mass shooting at Apalachee High School in Georgia was sentenced to 15 years in prison. A jury convicted Colin Gray on multiple charges, including second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter. His son was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. NBC News' George Solis reports.
Thu, 30 Jul 2026 17:52:11 GMT
Fires continue to rage across Europe, including in France’s wine country. NBC News’ Raf Sanchez was with firefighters and volunteers in the region as they battled the flames.
Thu, 30 Jul 2026 01:12:22 GMT