There are new questions over how close the US is to a deal that would end the war with Iran. President Trump, who is working to open the Strait of Hormuz, says the negotiations are proceeding nicely - but Iran is sending a different message. NBC News’ Garrett Haake has the story.
Mon, 25 May 2026 22:44:29 GMT
Secretary of State Marco Rubio toured India’s famed Taj Mahal during a four-day visit at a critical time for U.S.-India relations. After bilateral talks with India’s external affairs minister, Rubio expressed optimism about future trade ties between the two countries, which were strained by President Trump’s tariff policies.
Tue, 26 May 2026 09:28:13 GMT
A three-judge panel on Tuesday blocked a Republican-drawn congressional map in Alabama from going into effect, writing that the district lines “intentionally discriminated based on race in violation of the Constitution.”“We cannot see our way clear to requiring Alabamians to cast their votes in the 2026 elections under a districting plan tainted by intentional race-based discrimination,” the panel of federal judges wrote.
Tue, 26 May 2026 14:48:48 GMT
Tuesday’s primary runoffs in Texas will put President Donald Trump’s endorsement to the test again — the latest step in a mission to punish some incumbent Republicans he has deemed insufficiently loyal
Tue, 26 May 2026 09:00:42 GMT
A controversial sports event where athletes can use performance-enhancing drugs under medical supervision is raising questions after an unofficial world record swim and renewing debate over the future of fair competition. NBC News' Shaquille Brewster reports.
Tue, 26 May 2026 00:16:30 GMT