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Senator Edward Markey, who began his congressional career in 1976, faces a challenge from Representative Seth Moulton.

Vice President JD Vance also told Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, Michigan’s Democratic Senate nominee, to “keep my wife’s name the hell out of your mouth.”

A report detailed “grave concerns” that a new system being rushed into use by the U.S. Postal Service could imperil millions of mail ballots ahead of the midterm elections.

After Justice Scalia died, the justices held private negotiations about locking away their papers. We may not see the ultimate record of the Roberts court for decades.

In private remarks, Vice President JD Vance explained why he engages with some influencers accused of antisemitism. He also urged the audience to help articulate why a strong relationship with Israel […]

The resignation of Daniel P. Driscoll, the secretary of the Army, had been expected but comes at a tumultuous time for the service.

The Defense Department’s Office of Strategic Capital, founded by the Biden administration to give loans to bolster the U.S. defense industry, is helping lead President Trump’s oil deal.

The giant computing sites that power A.I. are increasingly opposed by communities across the country, a signal of voters’ concern about a changing economy.

In their broadest assault yet against the charges, lawyers for the defendants pointed to the unusual investigative tactics the administration deployed to make the case against them.

Questioning a state’s investigation is highly unusual for the public health agency, but reflects tensions between the Trump administration and many states over health issues.

Scott Brown is chasing the political limelight again with a seemingly improvised Senate campaign.

The I.R.S. lost roughly a quarter of its employees since President Trump took office, hampering the agency’s ability to conduct audits.

Lower-court rulings would have blocked construction of the 90,000-square-foot ballroom after finding that the Trump administration should have first sought approval from Congress.

The U.S. military said its attacks against Iran were in response to a threat to the Strait of Hormuz.

President Trump says the U.S. strikes on Iran are part of a “very limited” campaign. Oil industry expert John Kilduff explains new U.S. oil deal with Venezuela. The Supreme Court allows the White […]

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, who has targeted truckers in the country illegally, said the schools certified drivers later found to lack proficiency.

At gathering of G20 finance ministers, the Treasury secretary accused Canada’s prime minister of starting a “political shouting match” over U.S. trade policies.

The trading platform Kalshi issued a three-year suspension to the candidate, Laurie Buckhout, and fined her nearly $2,600. Ms. Buckhout said she had made a “dumb mistake.”

Reader mailbag: The traditional use of phones in Times/Siena surveys is far from perfect, but its strengths shouldn’t be overlooked.

Rasonque, the new pancreatic cancer treatment from Revolution Medicines, illustrates the huge inflation in cancer drug prices over the past two decades.

State officials say they worry about the Postal Service’s ability to deliver votes this fall. They are urging voters to mail their ballots early or use drop boxes so their votes count.

The conservative legal movement doesn’t consider the Supreme Court’s recent ruling to be the final word on the Fourteenth Amendment. And it already has a playbook for overturning it.

Kristen Welker has exclusive interviews with Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Rep. Jim Clyburn (D-S.C.). Lanhee Chen, Adrienne Elrod, Sahil Kapur and Amna Nawaz join the roundtable.  Hosted by […]

The Alaska Senate race has become complicated by two candidates with the same name.

The war with Iran hits the six-month mark. Democratic House candidate Chris Backemeyer discusses his campaign to unseat Rep. Mike Flood (R-Neb.). The Trump administration appeals an order blocking […]

President Trump heads to Texas with less than 10 weeks until the midterms as his administration faces economic headwinds tied to his escalating trade war with Canada and his prolonged war with Iran. […]

GOP lawmakers are pushing to restrict the rights of naturalized and dual citizens—including their ability to run for office.

NBC News’ Chief Data Analyst Steve Kornacki analyzes how Trump-endorsed candidates performed in South Carolina and Oklahoma primary races. Meta agrees to settle a multi-state lawsuit over social […]

The quieter, longer-term strategy could help push the conflict out of the minds of voters ahead of the midterms.

The AfD could do something next month that would mark a first in the country’s postwar history.

The president has come up with a simple plan to win the election: more Trump.

Officers under investigation can no longer return quickly to the streets.

Iconic country music legend Dolly Parton dies at the age of 80. Canada’s Minister for U.S.-Canada Trade Dominic LeBlanc joins Meet the Press NOW after Ottawa announced retaliatory tariffs. NBC News […]

Thrown into office and an unexpected campaign, she is running on Lindsey’s legacy—but making clear that she’s different.

President Trump launches a multi-front economic war threatening secondary sanctions on countries that do business with Iran while also escalating the tariff war with Canada. The debate over data […]

Kristen Welker has exclusive interviews with Sens. Tim Scott (R-S.C.) and Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.). Leigh Ann Caldwell, Ashley Etienne, Matt Gorman and Ryan Nobles join the roundtable.  Hosted by […]

Bill Pulte’s firings at Fannie Mae fit a pattern.

Gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-Fla.) joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss the Trump administration’s handling of the economy. President Trump travels to campaign with Sen. Darline Graham […]

The Georgia senator’s latest viral moment reveals much about Trump—and plenty about Ossoff himself.

The West Wing’s explosive response to a fleeting jab didn’t kill the story. It enabled days of coverage.

James Fishback lost badly in Florida but showed that there’s support for bigotry among the young.

Angie Nixon joins Meet the Press NOW after winning an upset in the Florida Senate Democratic primary. Attorney General Todd Blanche talks about 2028 with NBC News' Jon Allen at the Iowa State Fair. A […]

The National Park Service changed the way it prioritizes projects so that the president’s requests are quickly approved.

The latest set of primaries in Florida, Alaska and Wyoming bring mixed results for Democrats and for President Trump. Former Republican lawmaker David Jolly, now running as a Democrat, discusses his […]

Voters are heading to the polls for primaries across Alaska, Wyoming, California and Florida. NBC News Chief Data Analyst Steve Kornacki previews the key races. NBC News Senior National Politics […]

He has new friends on Martha’s Vineyard. But his tales of cancellation have not subsided.

We Americans remember our presidents in all sorts of ways, with monuments and statues, on coins and street signs. Another thing we do is wait—we wait until a president is safely out of office, or […]

The 60-day window for talks between the U.S. and Iran expires with little progress towards ending the war. NBC News Senior National Politics Reporter Jon Allen hits the road as part of his Drive to […]

Kristen Welker interviews newly confirmed Attorney General Todd Blanche, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) and Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.). Sara Fagen, Jonathan Martin and former Sec. Jeh […]

Rob Sand isn’t progressive or moderate. What is he trying to be?

President Trump says he will declare the Strait of Hormuz a U.S. territory as the war with Iran takes a growing toll on troops, weapons and wallets. Rep. Mike Flood (R-Neb.) discusses his re-election […]

Democratic primary winners David Crowley (D-Wis.) and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan (D-Minn.) join Meet the Press NOW to discuss the road ahead to November’s midterms. Former CDC official Dr. Demetre […]

A gym-class-style competition might be the oddest 250th celebration yet.

Democrats continue to grapple with divisions inside their party after the latest round of primaries. Democratic nominee for Connecticut’s 1st Congressional District Luke Bronin joins after […]

The fight between progressives and establishment Democrats is on full display as voters cast their ballots in primary races across six states. New details emerge about an elaborate plot to sneak […]

Voters are getting ready to cast votes in primary races across six states where the fight between progressives and the establishment Democrats is once again on the ballot. Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy […]

The Department of Homeland Security has stopped releasing timely, reliable statistics on immigration enforcement.

Kristen Welker interviews the new Democratic Senate nominee in Michigan, Abdul El-Sayed, Sen. Jim Banks (R-Ind.) and Sen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.). Former Rep. Carlos Curbelo (R-Fla.), former Rep. Val […]

The scandals of the president’s first term now seem quaint.

The White House downplays the new jobs report which showed an unexpected loss. Rep. Haley Stevens (D-Mich.) joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss party unity ahead of the midterm matchup between Abdul […]

Newly out of prison, Tina Peters is back to trying to prove election fraud.

President Trump signs executive orders targeting birthright citizenship. Battleground Rep. Tom Barrett (R-Mich.) joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss his upcoming race against progressive Democratic […]

Abdul El-Sayed called out Democrats. Now he needs to bring them together.

President Donald Trump indicates another deal with Iran is on the way as fuel prices continue to fluctuate. NBC News Chief Data Analyst Steve Kornacki breaks down surprises and significant results […]

As Donald Trump faces one humiliation after another, he is attacking those he blames.

The party has been backing independent Senate candidates in red states. But Montana is not working as planned.

Voters are casting their ballots in dozens of primary races across five states. Democratic candidates in Michigan’s seventh congressional district, William Lawrence and Matt Maasdam, join Meet the […]

Republicans have been slow to call for an Ohio congressman to end his reelection campaign.

Voters are set to head to the polls across five states on Tuesday, including for a key Democratic primary for Michigan’s open Senate seat. State Sen. Cindy Holscher (D-Kan.) joins Meet the Press […]

Govs. Jared Polis (D-Colo.) and Spencer Cox (R-Utah) join Kristen Welker for a Common Ground conversation on how states are navigating the impact of new technology on education. Hosted by Simplecast, […]

Govs. Kevin Stitt (R-Okla.) and Matt Meyer (D-Del.) join Kristen Welker for a Common Ground conversation on energy, the economy and keeping the American dream alive. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz […]

Govs. Josh Stein (D-N.C.) and Phil Scott (R-Vt.) join Kristen Welker for a Common Ground conversation on the balance of power between the states and the federal government.  Hosted by Simplecast, an […]

Gov. Wes Moore (D-Md.), Gov. Kevin Stitt (R-Okla.) and UNITE CEO Tim Shriver join Kristen Welker for a Common Ground conversation on restoring civility and dignity in politics. Hosted by Simplecast, […]

Kristen Welker has exclusive interviews with Sens. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) and John Kennedy (R-La.) She also hosts bipartisan conversations with Govs. Wes Moore (D-Md.), Kevin Stitt (R-Okla.), Jared […]

Taxpayers are now financing President Trump’s love of anything gilded.

Cyberattacks targeting municipal water systems in multiple states spark fears of Iranian hacking. NBC News artificial intelligence reporter Jared Perlo reports on a new instance of AI models going […]

Tensions build between President Trump and key Senate Republicans over the president’s agenda with less than 100 days to the midterms. The U.S. carries out a “heavy wave” of strikes on Iran […]

President Donald Trump threatens Iran after a foiled surprise attack on U.S. troops in the Middle East. Pennsylvania Democratic Sen. John Fetterman joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss speculation […]

President Trump, lawmakers and world leaders attend Senator Lindsey Graham’s funeral. Documentary filmmaker Alex Holder shares never-before-seen footage of Lindsey Graham as the late senator […]

President Trump travels to Michigan ahead of the state’s primary to promote his administration’s economic agenda despite recent polls showing voter concerns about inflation. Former Democratic […]

TODAY co-host Sheinelle Jones sits down with Kristen Welker for a "Meet the Moment" conversation about her book, "Through Mom's Eyes," and grieving through life's milestones. Hosted by Simplecast, an […]

NBC News Chief Data Analyst Steve Kornacki breaks down the latest polling 100 days out from the midterms. Amb. Mike Waltz discusses if the Trump administration is still pursuing a diplomatic way out […]

President Donald Trump weighs a "massive attack" on Iran as they double down on blocking critical waterways. NBC's Ryan Chandler joins Texas Senate candidate James Talarico (D) on the campaign trail […]

Fuel prices jump as fears grow over an expanding conflict in the Middle East. The Justice Department agrees to withdraw subpoenas seeking testimony and records from New York Times reporters. Sen. […]

President Donald Trump continues to escalate his threats toward Iran after attending the dignified transfer of American troops killed in the Middle East. Election officials worry the growing […]

Pentagon leadership testifies on Capitol Hill as President Trump threatens more military action on Iran. Premier of Ontario Doug Ford reacts to latest U.S. tariffs on Canada. Michigan Senate […]

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President Donald Trump doubles down on election fraud claims four months ahead of the midterm elections. Election Assistance Commission Chair, Thomas Hicks, who was ousted by Trump reacts to the […]

President Trump is set to deliver a primetime address where he is expected to talk about the 2020 election. The Cook Political Report moves eight House races in favor of Democrats with less than […]

The president’s nominees for attorney general, director of national intelligence and CDC director all appear on Capitol Hill for a series of high-stakes confirmation hearings. The U.S. launches […]

ICE issues a nationwide order to pause most vehicle stops following two deadly shootings in less than a week. Senate candidate Dan Kleban (D-Maine) reacts to the shooting in Maine and discusses his […]

Washington mourns the sudden death of South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham (R) as Gov. Henry McMaster (R-S.C.) appoints Graham’s sister, Darline Graham Nordone, to finish out the term. President […]

Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) dies at the age of 71, a day before his planned appearance on Meet the Press. Kristen Welker interviews President Trump, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Sen. […]

Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) reacts to President Trump removing the remaining Democratic members of the Election Assistance Commission ahead of midterms. Maine Senate candidate Jordan Wood (D) explains […]

Maine House Speaker Ryan Fecteau (D) joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss the Maine Democratic Party's path forward after Graham Platner suspends his campaign after a sexual assault allegation. The […]

President Donald Trump departs Turkey after an eventful NATO summit as the U.S. military launches new strikes against Iran. Former Maine gubernatorial candidate Troy Jackson (D) discusses the […]

Pressure mounts on Graham Platner (D) to exit the Maine senate race amid allegations of sexual assault he denies. Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-Mich.) tells Meet the Press NOW Platner should drop out over […]

President Donald Trump confirms he asked FIFA to review U.S. soccer player Folarin Balogun's red card suspension. Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Bill Taylor discusses the upcoming NATO summit in […]

Presidential historian Doris Kearns Goodwin joins Kristen Welker for a special edition of Meet the Press marking America’s 250th anniversary, reflecting on how the nation has overcome its darkest […]

Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie G. Bunch III joins Kristen Welker for a special edition of Meet the Press marking America’s 250th anniversary to discuss the nation’s founding ideals, the power of […]