Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-La., announced he would be supporting Todd Blanche's nomination to serve as attorney general. In his speech on the Senate floor, Cassidy explained his reasoning for the decision and voiced some concerns about the Trump administration's relationship with the Justice Department.
Fri, 07 Aug 2026 14:58:16 GMT
Rep. Andy Ogles of Tennessee has lost his Republican primary, NBC News projects, falling to a former state official in a primary season that has seen an unusually high number of incumbents lose renomination.
Fri, 07 Aug 2026 02:04:10 GMT
Blackburn, a longtime Trump ally, defeated Rep. John Rose for the nomination, NBC News projects, after the president decided not to endorse in the race.
Fri, 07 Aug 2026 01:29:19 GMT
Iran and Oman are negotiating on the future control of the Strait of Hormuz, but Iran continues to deny having any recent direct talks with the United States. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump is insisting the U.S. has the capability to return to sustained combat, despite reports of dwindling stockpiles of some key munitions. NBC’s Keir Simmons reports for TODAY.
Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:24:46 GMT
Human rights groups say Israeli settler violence against Palestinians in the West Bank has surged. NBC News' Richard Engel visits one village in the middle of the attacks, speaking with a man who says his house is surrounded by settlers.
Fri, 07 Aug 2026 00:43:06 GMT