The Trump administration wants to exert greater control over mail-in ballots ahead of the midterms despite the primary role states play in overseeing elections.
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 21:02:46 GMT
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced new sanctions against Iran and said President Trump is imploring world leaders to join in on the "economic asphyxiation" of Tehran. Bessent said there would be no exemptions to the sanctions, which could indirectly affect China. Also, Bessent said President Trump would like Canada to return to trade talks in good faith. NBC News' Christine Romans and Monica Alba report.
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 17:41:05 GMT
In a post on social media, President Trump threatened to raise tariffs on Canada for imported cars, trucks, automobile parts and steel after Canadian Prime Minister Carney said he would retaliate economically. NBC News' Gabe Gutierrez reports from the White House on the escalating trade tensions.
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 14:45:58 GMT
Lindsay Clancy's trial defense team requested a mistrial after a prosecution witness brought up Clancy's Catholic faith. The judge denied the motion, but instructed jurors to dismiss the comments and sent them home early. NBC Boston's Sue O'Connell reports.
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 21:35:23 GMT
NBC News’ correspondent, who has spent years in China, will answer reader questions in a Q&A for subscribers on Tuesday.
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:59:47 GMT