Republicans on the Senate Judiciary Committee voted to advance acting Attorney General Todd Blanche's nomination to serve in the role permanently. NBC News' Scott Wong and Gabe Gutierrez have details on what senators had to say in support or opposition of the nomination and when it will face a full Senate vote.
Tue, 04 Aug 2026 15:17:50 GMT
It is primary day in a handful of states and voters are heading to the polls with key races up for grabs that could signal which direction the parties are headed before the November midterms. One of the most closely watched contests is taking place in Michigan, which has become the Democrat’s most expensive Senate primary race ever. NBC’s Shaquille Brewster reports and Steve Kornacki joins TODAY with analysis.
Tue, 04 Aug 2026 11:20:11 GMT
Police have announced the arrest of a man on suspicion of arson, connected to one of the wildfires burning out of control in Washington state. As dozens of fires burn across the West, conditions spawned a rare “firenado,” a twister of flames caught on video. NBC’s Morgan Chesky reports and TODAY’s Al Roker tracks the latest forecast.
Tue, 04 Aug 2026 11:19:20 GMT
Russia said that seven people, including three children, had been killed and about 40 injured in what it said was a deliberate Ukrainian drone attack on civilians.
Tue, 04 Aug 2026 07:33:24 GMT
Ariana Grande plans to step away from the public eye following scrutiny, the singer’s representative said, as discussion swirls around her health. Her break from the spotlight has sparked fresh debate over body commentary. NBC News' Chloe Melas reports.
Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:19:47 GMT