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We’re getting mixed signals from Washington on the war with Iran. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the U.S. is launching its most intense day of strikes yet, with more fighters, more bombers and more targets. But just hours earlier, President Donald Trump downplayed the conflict, calling it a “little excursion” that could soon end. So, escalation … or an exit ramp? NBC News Senior National Security Correspondent Courtney Kube joins us. Plus, with the internet largely shut down in Iran, it’s been incredibly difficult to report on what’s really happening inside the country. But independent Iranian journalist Shooka Bidarian has found ways to stay in touch with sources on the ground, giving us a rare window into how ordinary Iranians are experiencing this war — and what they hope for the future. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has been selected to take over as Iran’s new supreme leader just a week after his father was killed in U.S.-Israeli strikes. NBC News Contributor Hooman Majd explains what his military background could bode for the war. Plus, oil markets are in turmoil as the Middle East conflict sends shock waves through global energy supplies. Crude surged past $100 a barrel this weekend for the first time since 2022. But, the price of U.S. crude oil plunged around 5% this afternoon and U.S. equities markets sharply reversed after comments from President Trump on CBS News saying that the war was "very complete, pretty much." NBC News Chief Business Correspondent Christine Romans has more on how the energy crisis may ripple through the U.S. economy, from rising gas prices to higher grocery bills. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Since the war with Iran began nearly a week ago, the world has seen the bombings. But what’s happening inside the country and how are Iranians experiencing this war? Host Yasmin Vossoughian speaks with a man in Tehran we’re calling “Kourosh,” who took part in nationwide uprisings earlier this year. Does he see the U.S.-Israeli intervention as the help to bring the change he was fighting for and what future does he imagine for Iran now? Plus, the U.S. and Israel say their war effort won’t stop until there are major changes inside Iran, including in leadership. But what does the endgame actually look like? NBC News’ Garrett Haake debriefs us on his phone conversation with President Donald Trump late Thursday night. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

President Donald Trump fired Kristi Noem as head of the Department of Homeland Security and said he would tap Sen. Markwayne Mullin, R-Okla., to replace her. Noem oversaw the administration’s sweeping mass deportation campaign and tough border crackdown, but faced growing bipartisan calls to resign after a controversial federal operation in Minneapolis left two American citizens dead. NBC News Senior Homeland Security Correspondent Julia Ainsley discusses what finally led to her ouster and what it could mean for DHS. Plus, China’s leaders are warning that economic growth is slowing and the war between the U.S. and Iran could add fuel to the fire, as it disrupts key trade routes that China relies on for oil and other goods. NBC News Correspondent Janis Mackey Frayer joins from Beijing to explain how all this could affect an upcoming high-stakes meeting with Trump. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The U.S. Senate is voting on a resolution that would require President Trump to get congressional approval before launching further military action in the Middle East, as U.S. Central Command announces that the U.S. has struck more than 20 Iranian ships. NBC News Capitol Hill Correspondent Julie Tsirkin joins to break down the reaction from Congress. Then, we hear from Foreign Correspondent Molly Hunter, who has been covering a strike on an elementary school that Iranian state media says killed at least 168 civilians, mostly children. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

“Here’s the Scoop” went live on Tuesday night as results from the first primaries of 2026 rolled in. NBC News Senior National Political Reporter Natasha Korecki, Senior Political Reporter Jane Timm, and Senior National Political Reporter Jonathan Allen joined host Yasmin Vossoughian to break down the races in Texas, North Carolina, and Arkansas – and how the outcomes will shape the battle for control of the House and Senate in November. Note: After this episode was recorded, NBC News projected that State Rep. James Talarico won the Democratic Senate nomination in Texas, defeating House Rep. Jasmine Crockett. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The war in Iran is becoming a broader Mideast conflict. After an Iranian drone strike on the U.S. Embassy in Saudi Arabia, the State Department has ordered nonemergency staff out of U.S. embassies in six Gulf states - and Americans are being told to leave 14 countries. Israel has opened a new front against Hezbollah in Lebanon and President Trump is warning that the fighting could last weeks or longer. NBC News Chief Foreign Correspondent Richard Engel breaks down what this rapid escalation means for the region. Plus, all eyes are on Texas and North Carolina for the first big primary day of the midterms. In Texas, both parties are facing internal showdowns in the fight for Sen. John Cornyn’s seat, with Republicans competing to be the most MAGA-aligned. Meanwhile, Democrats see a rare opening to flip a seat they haven’t won in nearly three decades. NBC News Chief Data Analyst Steve Kornacki breaks down the numbers and the names that matter most before the results start rolling in tonight. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

U.S. and Israeli strikes are pounding Iran as Operation Epic Fury enters a critical new phase. Early-morning assaults Saturday delivered a stunning blow, killing Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and much of Iran's top leadership in a decapitation strike that has sent shock waves across the Middle East. But Tehran isn't backing down, and with every retaliatory strike against U.S. allies, the threat of a full-scale regional war grows. NBC News Senior National Security Correspondent Courtney Kube, NBC News Chief International Correspondent Keir Simmons and Jason Rezaian, the director of press freedom initiatives at The Washington Post, join the pod to break down why this happened now, what President Donald Trump’s strategy is and what the collapse of Iran’s leadership could mean for the Iranian people. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former President Bill Clinton is facing a closed-door deposition with the House Oversight Committee about his ties to Jeffrey Epstein, a day after former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's six-hour grilling before the committee. It’s the first time in four decades a former president has been called to testify before Congress. Chief Capitol Hill correspondent Ryan Nobles explains why some of Clinton’s interactions with Epstein may fall under executive privilege. Plus, the U.S. ambassador to Israel told embassy staff they can leave Jerusalem today, raising new alarms about a possible U.S. strike on Iran. Pakistan has also declared war on Afghanistan following deadly cross-border strikes. NBC News’ chief foreign correspondent Richard Engel joins from Tel Aviv on what's next. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lawmakers are deposing former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in Chappaqua, New York, about her family’s connection to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Chief Capitol Hill correspondent Ryan Nobles recaps her testimony and looks ahead to former President Bill Clinton’s deposition on Friday. Plus, “Nightly News” Saturday and Telemundo anchor José Diaz-Balart gives us the latest on the U.S. response to the Cuban government’s announcement that it killed four people who crossed into its territorial waters. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

President Trump pitched a new government-sponsored 401K saving plan in his State of the Union, and other ways to address concerns about affordability. NBC News Business and Data Correspondent Brian Cheung breaks down whether his speech offered real reassurance, and what these economic proposals could mean for the midterms. Meanwhile, wellness influencer Dr. Casey Means, President Trump’s pick for surgeon general, answered Senate questions in her nomination hearing about her connections to the Make America Great Again movement, lack of qualifications, views on vaccines and more. NBC News health reporter Aria Bendix explains the potential impact of this close ally of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on America's health care. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

President Donald Trump heads to Capitol Hill tonight to deliver his State of the Union address — and he's already warning it won't be short. With the economy, immigration and a slate of high-stakes moves abroad on the table, there's plenty to cover. Our Senior White House Correspondent Garrett Haake joins us with a preview of where the president will be leaning in — and where he’ll be reframing the conversation. Plus, Ukraine is still grinding on, four years after Russia launched its full-scale invasion. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukrainians remain unbroken, even as Moscow insists it hasn’t achieved its goals. The fighting has left nearly half a million people dead and more than a million wounded or missing. As battles continue and negotiations stall, is there any real path to ending the war? Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Bill Taylor joins from Kyiv. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cars burning. Highways blocked. Guadalajara looked like a city under siege yesterday after the Mexican army killed “El Mencho,” the feared leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel and one of the most wanted criminals on the planet. The White House has said the U.S. had a hand in the operation, with press secretary Karoline Leavitt confirming American intelligence support played a role. How much did U.S. pressure push Mexico to act? And with El Mencho gone, what happens next? NBC News Senior White House Correspondent Gabe Gutierrez joins us to discuss. And the world is pushing back against President Trump’s latest tariff escalation, with Europe leading the charge. The European Union has suspended a trade deal signed with the U.S. just last summer, citing what it calls an increasingly unpredictable American negotiating partner. The pause follows a rapid-fire week of trade whiplash. NBC News Business and Data Correspondent Brian Cheung breaks down how wide this trade fight could spread, and why there might not be as much fallout for global markets. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

When Olympic Alpine skier Mikaela Shiffrin crossed the finish line in Cortina, a full second and a half ahead of the field, it looked like dominance. But behind that third Olympic gold medal and a career as the most decorated Alpine skier in history was a story most people never saw: one of grief, doubt and the quiet, grueling work of putting yourself back together. In this episode, host Yasmin Vossoughian sits down with Mikaela Shiffrin for a conversation about mental health, loss and what it really means to carry the weight of the world's expectations down a mountain at 80 miles an hour. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Supreme Court has struck down most of President Trump’s tariffs, ruling that he exceeded his authority by using the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to impose them. NBC News Senior Supreme Court Reporter Lawrence Hurley and Senior Business Correspondent Christine Romans break down the decision and what it means for the high court, U.S. businesses and the economy. Then, White House Correspondent Monica Alba explains how President Trump is planning to respond to the ruling. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly known as Prince Andrew, was arrested today by British law enforcement on suspicion of misconduct in public office connected to his relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. NBC News Foreign Correspondent Raf Sanchez joins us from London to explain how Britain is reacting to the unprecedented arrest of a former royal. Plus, the ripple effects from the latest trove of Epstein documents are spreading from Wall Street to Hollywood to Washington, D.C. NBC News Chief Capitol Hill Correspondent Ryan Nobles joins us to break down the high-profile resignations, the sworn congressional testimonies, and the question everyone’s asking: Who’s next? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg testified today in a landmark trial over whether social media platforms were designed to be addictive to kids. A now-20-year-old plaintiff claims that years on the apps worsened her depression. Meta and Google deny the claims, pointing to built-in safety features. NBC News Senior Legal Correspondent Laura Jarrett explains how this case could reshape the rules for Big Tech and the kids who use it. Plus, FCC Chairman Brendan Carr is weighing in on the clash between CBS and Stephen Colbert, after the network’s lawyers urged him not to air an interview with Texas Senate candidate James Talarico, a Democrat, citing the FCC’s “equal time” rule. NBC News Business Reporter Allie Canal breaks down the implications, for late night and legacy media, of upholding this rule during an election year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The U.S. and Iran were back at the negotiating table for a second round of nuclear talks, even as tensions outside the room continue to rise. These negotiations come after Iran’s deadly crackdown over the nationwide uprising, where over 7,000 people were killed, according to the U.S.-based Human Rights Activists News Agency. NBC News Digital’s international editor and reporter Babak Dehghanpisheh joins the pod to break down whether these talks are a genuine off-ramp from conflict in the shadow of possible escalation. And in China, hundreds of millions of people are on the move for the Lunar New Year, the world’s largest annual migration. The holiday blends family reunions, gift-giving and a massive travel surge, with consumers expected to spend more than $140 billion on trips, meals and presents. NBC News Correspondent Janis Makey Frayer joins the pod to talk about how Chinese officials are banking on a burst of consumer spending to jump-start an economy losing steam. And what better time to do it than the Year of the Fire Horse, a symbol of raw energy, bold risk and big swings. Plus, Olympic gold medalist Elana Meyers Taylor joins us to talk about motherhood and the monobob, and we remember a Civil Rights icon, Rev. Jesse Jackson. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

More than any other president in recent history, President Trump has focused on changing the White House and also Washington, D.C., to his liking. In just a year, in the mode of a true real estate developer with a strong brand sensibility, Trump has gilded the Oval Office, paved over the Rose Garden, demolished the East Wing, planned a giant new ballroom and put his name on the Kennedy Center. But is his renovation fever really “unprecedented”? NBC Chief Foreign Affairs Correspondent Andrea Mitchell and NBC News Presidential Historian Michael Beschloss join us for a special President’s Day episode. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As Israel and Gaza enter the second phase of the U.S.-brokered peace plan, the authority over Palestinian-controlled land continues to be a key dispute. In the West Bank, Israel just expanded its enforcement authority over land use and planning in areas run by the Palestinian Authority, lifting long-standing restrictions on land sales to Israeli Jews in what some critics are calling a “de facto annexation.” NBC News Foreign Correspondent Matt Bradley explains what this means for people in the region, a potential two-state solution and the future of an Israel-Palestinian peace deal. Plus, social media companies are on trial in California and New Mexico over separate claims that the platforms are harming children. New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez, who brought the state’s case against Meta over claims of sexual exploitation on Instagram and Facebook, explains what regulation is needed to protect kids online. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

NBC News’ “Meet the Press” moderator Kristen Welker sat down for an exclusive interview with Venezuelan acting President Delcy Rodriguez and U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright in Caracas to talk about the future of Venezuela. Welker joins the podcast to explain how Rodriguez balances her relationship with the U.S. and her allegiance to the ousted President Nicolás Maduro, and what Wright says about who is running Venezuela and U.S. leverage in the country. Plus, border czar Tom Homan announced the end of Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis. NBC News News Senior Homeland Security Correspondent Julia Ainsley explains how this withdrawal is part of the Trump administration’s larger immigration and border security strategy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A new NBC News Decision Desk poll powered by SurveyMonkey shows that President Trump’s overall approval rating has fallen to its lowest point in his second term. NBC News Data Analyst Steve Kornacki and Senior National Politics Reporter Natasha Korecki break down the numbers, looking into how the surge in immigration operations in Minnesota and the deaths of Renee Nicole Good and Alex Pretti impacted the ratings and how Americans and Minnesotans are feeling about ICE ahead of the midterms. Plus, NBC News National Law Enforcement and Intelligence Correspondent Tom Winter explains how small clues from surveillance cameras could help investigators find the abductors of Nancy Guthrie, 11 days after her disappearance. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After 10 days, the FBI has released the first photos and videos of a potential subject in the investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of “TODAY” co-anchor Savannah Guthrie. NBC News Chief Justice and National Affairs Correspondent Kelly O’Donnell joins us from Tucson, Arizona, to discuss how the images are changing the investigation on the ground. Plus, lawmakers on Capitol Hill grilled top Department of Homeland Security officials about immigration operations in Minnesota, while congressional negotiations to fund DHS past a Friday deadline continue. Capitol Hill Correspondent Julie Tsirkin explains why closed-door dealmaking could be a good sign that Republicans and Democrats might be able to come to an agreement. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The House Oversight Committee deposed Ghislaine Maxwell this morning, seeking more information in their probe into the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. But Maxwell’s deposition was over as soon as it began: she invoked her Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination. NBC News Chief Capitol Hill Correspondent Ryan Nobles explains why Congress is still pushing for more information about Epstein, including getting a peek at the unredacted files released thus far, despite President Trump saying it’s time to move on. Plus, Olympic Alpine skier Breezy Johnson talks about the race where she earned Team USA’s first gold medal in Cortina – and how Lindsey Vonn was rooting for her even after her crash.Due to an editing error, a previous version of this episode incorrectly suggested that Maxwell initiated a meeting with the House Oversight Committee on Feb. 9. In July last year, Maxwell initiated a meeting with DOJ officials, including Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, not the House Oversight Committee. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Democratic primary in New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District, a seat vacated by Gov. Mikie Sherrill, is still too close to call. But NBC News Chief Data Analyst Steve Kornacki says the early returns indicate a “political earthquake,” and he joins the show to explain what this portends for Democrats in the midterm season to come. Plus, the American Gaming Association estimates that Americans will wager a record $1.76 billion on the Super Bowl through legal sportsbooks — despite the fact that sports betting is still illegal in many states. NBC News Business Reporter Allie Canal explains how prediction markets, a growing phenomenon, sidestep regulations. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"NBC Nightly News" anchor Tom Llamas sat down with President Donald Trump this week to discuss the economy, immigration enforcement, and lots more. He talks with Yas about what went on behind the scenes and his takeaways from the interview. Plus, NBC Sports’ Rebecca Lowe breaks down which athletes to watch at the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics, the storylines to know and whether “Heated Rivalry” might bring more new eyes to hockey. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nightly News Anchor Tom Llamas had an exclusive sit-down with President Trump, where they discussed immigration enforcement operations in Minneapolis, Trump’s pick to lead the Federal Reserve, and much more. In today’s episode of Here’s the Scoop, dropping later today, we’ll sit down with Tom to discuss his key takeaways. In the meantime, we’re sharing their interview as it was broadcast on Top Story. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"TODAY" Co-Anchor Savannah Guthrie will no longer co-host the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympic Games, as the investigation into her mother’s disappearance continues. NBC News National Law Enforcement and Intelligence Correspondent Tom Winter explains what we know about the efforts to find 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, and Correspondent Liz Kreutz shares how the community in Tucson, Arizona, is reacting to her possible abduction. Plus, after two separate incidents in the Persian Gulf this week, tensions between the U.S. and Iran are high. NBC News Chief Foreign Correspondent Richard Engel comes to us from Iran with analysis on what that means for talks planned for this week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard is defending her presence at an FBI raid on a Georgia election hub last week, saying that election security is part of her role. NBC News reporter Dan DeLuce explains why her involvement is raising questions, especially given Georgia’s place at the center of President Trump’s attempts to overturn the 2020 election. Plus, there’s a new social media in town – for artificial intelligence agents. NBC News AI reporter Jared Perlo explains how AI agents created Moltbook, what their internal chats are about – and why AI researchers are watching the site so closely. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Democrats are pushing for changes at the Department of Homeland Security before they agree to fund the department. Capitol Hill Correspondent Julie Tsirkin explains how the dealmaking over the shutdown has created a divide between Senate and House Democrats and why some Republicans might be open to changes at DHS. Also, the Justice Department says the latest Epstein document release will not lead to any criminal investigations. News Now Anchor and Senior Washington Correspondent Hallie Jackson breaks down why victims of the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein are threatening legal action against DOJ. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

President Trump has nominated Kevin Warsh to replace Fed Chair Jerome Powell, who has resisted Trump’s demands for the Fed to lower interest rates. NBC News Senior Business Correspondent Christine Romans explains how Warsh secured the president's backing and why there could be Senate pushback to his confirmation. Plus: President Trump has not ruled out military action against Iran after the regime’s deadly crackdown on nationwide anti-government protests there. NBC News Foreign Correspondent Molly Hunter spoke with Iranian protesters about the sacrifices they've made and their vision for regime change. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Trump administration is signaling a tactical reset in Minnesota, but not a retreat. Border czar Tom Homan says he wants to return to "targeted" enforcement, and even floated the possibility of a drawdown in the Twin Cities. NBC News Senior Homeland Security Correspondent Julia Ainsley explains what that could look like in practice -- and why Homan is back on top of the Trump administration's immigration operation. Plus, a new report from Common Sense Media finds that more than a third of boys ages 11 to 17 have gambled in the past year. NBC News Now Daily Anchor Kate Snow explains why this could be the next mental health crisis for teenage boys. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After deadly shootings by federal agents in Minneapolis, Republican Sens. Lisa Murkowski of Alaska and Thom Tillis of North Carolina have publicly called for Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to step down, marking a rare break with the administration. Chief Capitol Hill Correspondent Ryan Nobles discusses whether their criticism is a sign of growing unease over enforcement tactics and accountability within the GOP and whether criticism of Department of Homeland Security policies could affect a key spending vote this week. Then, NBC News NOW anchor Savannah Sellers explains what’s at stake in a landmark case against social media companies, which are being sued over claims that they knowingly built addictive platforms linked to depression, eating disorders and self-harm for kids. While TikTok and Snap have already settled, Google and Meta now face a trial that could force Silicon Valley and Washington to rethink how social media is built. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Trump administration is reshuffling the deck on immigration enforcement: Border Patrol commander Greg Bovino has been ousted from his role in Minnesota, border czar Tom Homan is going in. NBC News Senior Homeland Security Correspondent Julia Ainsley breaks down what this signals about the direction and durability of Operation Metro Surge and why bodycam footage from the shooting of Alex Pretti may test calls for a full investigation. Plus: Phase 2 of the U.S.-brokered ceasefire in Gaza is now within reach, after the remains of the final hostage killed after being kidnapped on Oct. 7, 2023, were returned to Tel Aviv on Monday. NBC News Foreign Correspondent Matt Bradley breaks down what a possible partial reopening of Gaza’s Rafah crossing into Egypt could mean for Gazans. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Minnesota is once again a national flashpoint after ICU nurse Alex Pretti was shot and killed by federal officers on Saturday, setting off a new wave of protests. Joining the pod is Jana Shortal, anchor of Breaking the News on KARE-11, our NBC affiliate in the Twin Cities. She describes what she saw on the ground shortly after Pretti’s death, how she was pepper-sprayed while clearly credentialed as press, and how Minnesotans are being impacted by the ongoing confrontations with ICE. Then NBC News Senior White House Correspondent Garrett Haake breaks down why President Trump is sending border czar Tom Homan to Minnesota and whether Pretti’s death could lead to a shift in DHS strategy in the state. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hazardous ice, heavy snow and brutal temperatures are expected across half of the United States in this weekend’s potentially historic winter storm. Over a dozen states have declared emergencies, but one of the biggest concerns is Texas, which suffered a devastating and deadly power grid failure five years ago. NBC News Correspondent Ryan Chandler talks to guest host Laura Jarrett about the improvements the state has made and how residents can stay safe. Plus, protests and anger over Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations have flared again in Minneapolis, after a 5-year-old boy was detained in his driveway, according to a local school superintendent. NBC News Correspondent Maggie Vespa joins us from Minneapolis, where she pressed federal officials about the child’s detainment and explains why locals are worried about long-term operations. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A Texas courtroom was stunned when a jury acquitted a former Uvalde school police officer of all charges over his response to the 2022 mass shooting. A second officer still faces trial over his response. NBC News Legal Analyst Misty Marris joins guest host Laura Jarrett to explain why legal experts were not surprised and what the verdict could mean for similar cases to come. Plus, President Donald Trump offered few details when he announced a potential deal with NATO for Greenland. What do Greenlanders think about this? NBC News Correspondent Ellison Barber joins from the capital, Nuuk, to share why residents are only cautiously optimistic, but preparing for the worst. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Speaking to a room full of European leaders at the World Economic Forum today, President Trump blasted Europe, saying “it’s not headed in the right direction.” But he seemed to back down on his threat to take over Greenland through military force. NBC News Chief White House Correspondent Peter Alexander joins guest host Laura Jarrett to explain how the Greenland controversy is playing out at the global economic summit. Plus, the conservative Heritage Foundation think tank recently released a report suggesting that the government should encourage Americans to get married and have babies – including by hosting marriage bootcamps and giving newlyweds cash. But what’s really behind the group’s goal? NBC News Senior National Politics Reporter Jon Allen shares his reporting. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

President Donald Trump is heading to Davos, Switzerland, to meet with world leaders at the World Economic Forum, after tensions with European leaders ramped up this weekend over text messages. Why is Trump icing out America’s closest allies just before he meets them face-to-face? NBC News White House Correspondent Monica Alba joins guest host Laura Jarrett to preview the president’s trip. Plus, the Supreme Court is weighing the fate of key pieces of Trump’s economic agenda. As the court gets ready to deliver its decision about his sweeping tariffs, it will also hear oral arguments over the president’s ability to legally fire a member of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors. NBC News Senior Business Correspondent Christine Romans breaks down what this could mean for businesses and markets. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

From the outside, TOMS founder Blake Mycoskie is the ideal of entrepreneurial success. He founded TOMS shoes in 2006, pioneering the “buy one, give one” business model: For every pair of shoes a customer bought, the company donated a pair to a child in need. TOMS inspired a slew of socially responsible companies, but Mycoskie says after he sold the company in 2019, he fell into a deep depression. Now, he’s back with a new venture aimed at promoting mental health awareness. Mycoskie joins host Yasmin Vossoughian to talk about the mission behind ENOUGH, his own mental health journey, how he uses AI therapy and why corporate social responsibility seems to be out of fashion. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As President Donald Trump threatens tariffs on countries that don’t support his plan to take over Greenland, a bipartisan delegation of U.S. lawmakers is in Denmark meeting with legislators there. NBC News Chief Capitol Hill Correspondent Ryan Nobles joins us from Copenhagen to talk about what he’s hearing from Danish lawmakers and locals alike. Back in the U.S., Congress is considering a social media ban for teens, potentially following in Australia’s footsteps. Congressional Correspondent Julie Tsirkin explains what’s at stake. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

New reporting from NBC Homeland Security Correspondent Julia Ainsley shows that as the Immigration and Customs Enforcement was rushing to add 100,000 new officers, an artificial intelligence error with their applications sent some into field offices without proper training. In the wake of another shooting by federal officers in Minneapolis, Julia joins host Yasmin Vossoughian to talk about how that’s playing out in cities across the country. Then, Senior Correspondent Tom Costello joins to break down why NASA brought four astronauts home from the International Space Station early and how their return could impact upcoming missions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Six prosecutors in the Minnesota U-S Attorney’s Office have stepped down over concerns about the investigation into Renee Good’s death. NBC News Correspondent Shaq Brewster reports on how community members are taking to the streets, and NBC News Legal Analyst Misty Marris breaks down what rights citizens have when it comes to monitoring ICE. Plus, NBC News National Security Reporter Gordon Lubold explains what military action the U.S. is considering in Iran, as the president tells protestors that, “help is on the way.” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The final Consumer Price Index report of 2025 showed that inflation remains stubborn. Prices rose 2.7% in December compared to a year ago. NBC News Senior National Politics Reporter Jon Allen joins from Michigan, where President Trump spoke on his administration’s plan for the economy. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court heard arguments on whether states can ban transgender women from competing on female sports teams. Sruti Swaminathan, a senior staff attorney with the ACLU, joins to talk about their work with the plaintiffs in the cases. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A slew of Democrats and several key Republicans are speaking out against the Justice Department’s probe of the Federal Reserve, warning it could undermine the central bank’s independence. Chair Jerome Powell insists this is really a pressure campaign. So, who blinks first, the Fed or the White House? NBC News Senior White House Correspondent Garrett Haake, who spoke with President Trump about it on the phone, and NBC News Business and Data Correspondent Brian Cheung join us to unpack it all. And President Trump is threatening action against Iran’s leadership after weeks of deadly protests in the country. Are we edging toward U.S. involvement and what would that mean? We’re joined by NBC News Chief Foreign Correspondent Richard Engel. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Protests flared overnight in Portland, Oregon, after a federal immigration stop ended in gunfire, leaving two people injured. Meanwhile, tensions are rising in Minneapolis after inflammatory remarks by the Trump administration about Renee Nicole Good, who was shot and killed by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer. Now, newly obtained cellphone video appears to show Good smiling just moments before she was killed. NBC News Senior National Law Enforcement and Intelligence Correspondent Tom Winter joins us to talk about why the situation seems to be escalating and what officials expect over the weekend. Plus, Iran has gone dark. The regime has imposed a sweeping internet blackout, cutting off access to WhatsApp, email and most international news, in response to mass protests entering their second week. NBC News Digital International Editor Babak Dehghanpisheh explains how U.S. foreign policy could be fanning the flames. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Democratic Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, who represents Minnesota’s 5th District, where Minneapolis is located, joins the podcast to discuss how lawmakers are responding to federal authorities revoking access to evidence in yesterday’s fatal ICE shooting in the city. NBC News Correspondent Maggie Vespa reports from the ground about how the community is reacting to the death of Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old mother. Then: President Trump has been pushing the idea of the U.S. acquiring Greenland. With global crises raging from Venezuela to Russia, why Greenland, and why now? We break it down with Otto Svendsen, associate fellow with the Europe, Russia and Eurasia Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Protests broke out in Minneapolis on Wednesday afternoon after an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent shot and killed a woman, sparking outrage and urgent questions about what happened. Julia Ainsley, NBC News senior homeland security correspondent, joins us with the latest details. And the U.S. has seized two oil tankers, including one that's Russian-flagged, after a weeklong pursuit across the open ocean. NBC News Senior National Security Correspondent Courtney Kube breaks down how the operation unfolded and what it means for U.S.-Russian relations. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

From overnight gunfire in Caracas to a tense political reset inside the country’s National Assembly, NBC News contributor Ana Vanessa Herrero describes what’s happening on the ground as power shifts in Venezuela. In the U.S., Congress is back in town with a loaded agenda and growing divisions. Lawmakers are split over how to respond to the administration’s capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, how to handle health care, a looming government shutdown and the commemoration of five years since the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. NBC News Chief Capitol Hill Correspondent Ryan Nobles breaks down the partisan divide and explains what’s at stake. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and his wife pleaded not guilty in a U.S. federal court today, following their capture in Caracas over the weekend by the U.S. military. So, what does it take legally to arrest a sitting head of state? NBC News Chief Justice and National Affairs Correspondent Kelly O’Donnell joins the pod to break down the international law questions surrounding the arrest of Maduro, from sovereignty and head-of-state immunity to how far U.S. authority can reach. And Chief Foreign Correspondent Richard Engel shares with us how people on the ground are reacting. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.