https://www.nbcnews.com/NBC News First Readen-US© 2026 NBCNews.comThu, 25 Jan 2018 21:25:00 GMThttps://media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com/image/upload/MSNBC/Components/Media/NBC-promo-graphics/nbc-news.pnghttps://www.nbcnews.com/NBC NewsThu, 25 Jan 2018 21:25:00 GMTMore than 300 events, more than 100 people and organizations, spanning more than ten years.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/russia-timeline-key-players-meetings-investigation-details-n840786https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/russia-timeline-key-players-meetings-investigation-details-n840786EPA, AP, Reuters, AFP - Getty ImageImage: Vladimir Putin, Jeff Sessions, Donald Trump, Robert Mueller, Natalia Veselnitskaya, Michael Flynn, Paul Manafort, Donald Trump Jr., James ComeyVladimir Putin, Jeff Sessions, Donald Trump, Robert Mueller, Natalia Veselnitskaya, Michael Flynn, Paul Manafort, Donald Trump Jr., James Comey.Thu, 25 Jan 2018 21:25:00 GMTTue, 14 May 2019 16:25:36 GMTChuck ToddMark Murray Carrie DannFri, 07 Dec 2018 13:32:00 GMTFirst Read is your briefing from "Meet the Press" and the NBC Political Unit on the day's most important political stories and why they matter.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/2020-hopefuls-get-rough-welcome-big-leagues-n945161https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/2020-hopefuls-get-rough-welcome-big-leagues-n945161Elise AmendolaElizabeth WarrenSen. Elizabeth Warren speaks at the 2018 Massachusetts Democratic Party Convention in Worcester on June 1, 2018.Fri, 07 Dec 2018 13:32:00 GMTFri, 07 Dec 2018 13:32:00 GMTChuck ToddMark Murray Ben KamisarThu, 06 Dec 2018 13:49:00 GMTFirst Read is your briefing from "Meet the Press" and the NBC Political Unit on the day's most important political stories and why they matter.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/here-s-another-example-how-trump-s-business-presents-clear-n944716https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/here-s-another-example-how-trump-s-business-presents-clear-n944716Alex BrandonImage: Trump HotelThe Trump International Hotel on Dec. 21, 2016 in Washington.Thu, 06 Dec 2018 13:49:00 GMTThu, 06 Dec 2018 13:49:00 GMTChuck ToddMark Murray Carrie DannWed, 05 Dec 2018 13:43:00 GMTFirst Read is your briefing from "Meet the Press" and the NBC Political Unit on the day's most important political stories and why they matter.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/i-am-tariff-man-can-trump-get-out-trade-crisis-n944036https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/i-am-tariff-man-can-trump-get-out-trade-crisis-n944036Jonathan ErnstImage: U.S. President Trump departs for Argentina from the White House in WashingtonPresident Trump made several misleading claims about the American economy on Twitter.Wed, 05 Dec 2018 13:43:00 GMTWed, 05 Dec 2018 13:43:00 GMTMike MemoliTue, 04 Dec 2018 13:38:00 GMTThe former vice president said Monday night that the decision on a White House bid will rest on whether he and his family are "ready."2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/joe-biden-i-m-most-qualified-person-country-be-president-n943411https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/joe-biden-i-m-most-qualified-person-country-be-president-n943411Yasmina ChavezImage: Joe BidenFormer Vice President Joe Biden pauses during a speech in Las Vegas, Saturday, Dec. 1.Chris KnightImage:Former Vice President Joe Biden pauses during a speech in Las Vegas, Saturday, Dec. 1.Tue, 04 Dec 2018 13:38:00 GMTTue, 04 Dec 2018 13:46:00 GMTChuck ToddMark Murray Carrie DannTue, 04 Dec 2018 13:41:00 GMTFirst Read is your briefing from "Meet the Press" and the NBC Political Unit on the day's most important political stories and why they matter.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/amid-remembrances-political-honor-reminders-today-s-rotten-partisanship-n943426https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/amid-remembrances-political-honor-reminders-today-s-rotten-partisanship-n943426Darren HauckGovernor Scott Walker holds a sign as he speaks to supporters at a rally the night before the midterm elections in Waukesha, Wisconsin, on Nov. 5, 2018.Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker speaks to supporters in Waukesha on Nov. 5, 2018.Tue, 04 Dec 2018 13:41:00 GMTTue, 04 Dec 2018 13:41:00 GMTChuck ToddMark Murray Carrie DannMon, 03 Dec 2018 19:01:00 GMTFirst Read is your briefing from "Meet the Press" and the NBC Political Unit on the day's most important political stories and why they matter.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/sore-losers-wisconsin-gop-seeks-strip-powers-elected-dem-governor-n943046https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/sore-losers-wisconsin-gop-seeks-strip-powers-elected-dem-governor-n943046Joshua RobertsImage: Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker speaks during the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in National Harbor, MarylandWisconsin Governor Scott Walker speaks during the Conservative Political Action Conference on Feb. 23, 2017.Mon, 03 Dec 2018 19:01:00 GMTMon, 03 Dec 2018 19:58:00 GMTBen KamisarSun, 02 Dec 2018 15:26:00 GMT"The time that he can get away with lying to the American people all the time and evading accountability is coming to an end," Rep. Nadler said.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/incoming-house-judiciary-chair-says-cohen-cooperation-proof-russian-leverage-n942711https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/incoming-house-judiciary-chair-says-cohen-cooperation-proof-russian-leverage-n942711NBC NewsImage: Jerrold Nadler Meet The PressJerrold Nadler speaks with Chuck Todd on Meet The PressNBC NewsImage: Jerrold NadlerJerrold Nadler speaks with Chuck Todd on Meet The PressSun, 02 Dec 2018 15:26:00 GMTSun, 02 Dec 2018 15:26:00 GMTChuck ToddMark Murray Carrie DannFri, 30 Nov 2018 13:42:00 GMTFirst Read is your briefing from "Meet the Press" and the NBC Political Unit on the day's most important political stories and why they matter.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/trump-s-russia-dealings-represented-enormous-conflict-interest-2016-n942101https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/trump-s-russia-dealings-represented-enormous-conflict-interest-2016-n942101Benjamin KrainImage: *** BESTPIX *** Donald Trump Holds Campaign Rally In Bentonville, ArkansasThen Republican Presidential candidate Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally on Feb. 27, 2016 in Bentonville, Arkansas.Fri, 30 Nov 2018 13:42:00 GMTFri, 30 Nov 2018 13:42:00 GMTChuck ToddMark Murray Carrie DannThu, 29 Nov 2018 13:41:00 GMTFirst Read is your briefing from "Meet the Press" and the NBC Political Unit on the day's most important political stories and why they matter.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/fuming-trump-continues-his-intervention-mueller-probe-n941591https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/fuming-trump-continues-his-intervention-mueller-probe-n941591Alex BrandonImage: Donald TrumpPresident Donald Trump listens during a roundtable discussion on the First Step Act on Nov. 26, 2018, in Gulfport, Mississippi.Thu, 29 Nov 2018 13:41:00 GMTThu, 29 Nov 2018 13:41:00 GMTChuck ToddMark Murray Carrie DannWed, 28 Nov 2018 13:47:00 GMTFirst Read is your briefing from "Meet the Press" and the NBC Political Unit on the day's most important political stories and why they matter.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/just-how-lame-will-lame-duck-session-be-n941116https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/just-how-lame-will-lame-duck-session-be-n941116Pablo Martinez MonsivaisImage: Freshman congressMembers of the freshman class of Congress pose for a photo opportunity on Capitol Hill on Nov. 14, 2018.Wed, 28 Nov 2018 13:47:00 GMTWed, 28 Nov 2018 13:47:00 GMTChuck ToddMark Murray Carrie DannTue, 27 Nov 2018 13:43:00 GMTFirst Read is your briefing from "Meet the Press" and the NBC Political Unit on the day's most important political stories and why they matter.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/final-big-contest-2018-all-comes-down-turnout-n940526https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/final-big-contest-2018-all-comes-down-turnout-n940526Rogelio V. SolisImage: Mike Espy and Cindy Hyde-SmithRepublican Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith and Democrat Mike Espy during their televised debate in Jackson, Mississippi.Tue, 27 Nov 2018 13:43:00 GMTTue, 27 Nov 2018 13:43:00 GMTChuck ToddMark Murray Carrie DannMon, 26 Nov 2018 13:42:00 GMTFirst Read is your briefing from "Meet the Press" and the NBC Political Unit on the day's most important political stories and why they matter.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/2018-political-gravity-caught-trump-n940006https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/2018-political-gravity-caught-trump-n940006Eric ThayerImage: President Donald TrumpPresident Donald Trump speaks via video teleconference with military forces from his Mar-a-Lago estate in Palm Beach, Florida, on Thursday.Mon, 26 Nov 2018 13:42:00 GMTMon, 26 Nov 2018 13:42:00 GMTDante Chinni Sally BronstonSun, 25 Nov 2018 13:56:00 GMTDemocrats took back the House and picked up some governor’s seats, but the GOP grew its edge in the Senate.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/was-it-wave-election-depends-your-data-set-n939796https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/was-it-wave-election-depends-your-data-set-n939796Jeff KowalskyImage: FILE PHOTO: Democratic gubernatorial candidate Whitmer reacts with her daughters after declaring victory at her midterm election night party in Detroit,FILE PHOTO: Democratic gubernatorial candidate Gretchen Whitmer reacts with her daughters, Sydney (L) and Sherry after declaring victory at her midterm election night party in Detroit, Michigan, U.S., November 6, 2018. REUTERS/Jeff Kowalsky/File PhotoSun, 25 Nov 2018 13:56:00 GMTSun, 25 Nov 2018 13:56:00 GMTChuck ToddMark Murray Carrie DannTue, 20 Nov 2018 13:28:00 GMTFirst Read is your briefing from "Meet the Press" and the NBC Political Unit on the day's most important political stories and why they matter.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/it-was-year-woman-not-republican-side-n938341https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/it-was-year-woman-not-republican-side-n938341Stephen GrovesImage:New York Democratic Congressional candidate Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez speaks to supporters on Nov. 6, 2018 in Queens. Tue, 20 Nov 2018 13:28:00 GMTTue, 20 Nov 2018 13:28:00 GMTChuck ToddMark Murray Carrie DannMon, 19 Nov 2018 13:49:00 GMTFirst Read is your briefing from "Meet the Press" and the NBC Political Unit on the day's most important political stories and why they matter.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/dem-performance-red-states-might-have-been-their-ceiling-trump-n937891https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/dem-performance-red-states-might-have-been-their-ceiling-trump-n937891Dan KoeckImage:In North Dakota, Heidi Heitkamp got another 45 percent of the vote — exceeding Hillary Clinton’s 27 percent in 2016 and Barack Obama’s 39 percent in 2012. But she lost her Senate seat to Republican opponent Kevin Cramer. Mon, 19 Nov 2018 13:49:00 GMTMon, 19 Nov 2018 13:49:00 GMTKailani KoenigSun, 18 Nov 2018 15:32:00 GMT"He is irrational, he is unhinged, and I think he has done a lot of damage" to the U.S.-Saudi relationship, Graham said.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/lindsey-graham-impossible-believe-saudi-crown-prince-was-unaware-kashoggi-n937661https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/lindsey-graham-impossible-believe-saudi-crown-prince-was-unaware-kashoggi-n937661NBC NewsImage: Lindsey GrahamLindsey Graham speaks with Chuck Todd on Meet The Press on Nov. 18, 2018.Sun, 18 Nov 2018 15:32:00 GMTSun, 18 Nov 2018 16:04:00 GMTDante Chinni Sally BronstonSun, 18 Nov 2018 13:37:00 GMTThe results from the midterms suggest that the battleground states of 2020 may look a bit different than they did in 2016.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/new-election-map-ohio-colorado-no-longer-swing-states-n937646https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/new-election-map-ohio-colorado-no-longer-swing-states-n937646Justin MerrimanImage: Voters Across The Country Head To The Polls For The Midterm ElectionsCAMBRIDGE, OH - NOVEMBER 06: Stickers at the Guernsey County Senior Center polling location on November 6, 2018 in Cambridge, Ohio. Turnout is expected to be high nationwide as Democrats hope to take back control of at least one chamber of Congress. (Photo by Justin Merriman/Getty Images)Sun, 18 Nov 2018 13:37:00 GMTSun, 18 Nov 2018 13:37:00 GMTChuck ToddMark Murray Carrie DannFri, 16 Nov 2018 13:45:54 GMTFirst Read is your briefing from "Meet the Press" and the NBC Political Unit on the day's most important political stories and why they matter.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/mueller-time-washington-braces-next-development-russia-probe-n937096https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/mueller-time-washington-braces-next-development-russia-probe-n937096Alex WongImage: Special Prosecutor Robert MuellerSpecial counsel Robert Mueller leaves after a closed meeting with members of the Senate Judiciary Committee in June 2017.Fri, 16 Nov 2018 13:45:54 GMTFri, 16 Nov 2018 13:45:54 GMTChuck ToddMark Murray Carrie DannThu, 15 Nov 2018 13:56:00 GMTFirst Read is your briefing from "Meet the Press" and the NBC Political Unit on the day's most important political stories and why they matter.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/full-display-midterms-america-s-great-education-realignment-n936556https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/full-display-midterms-america-s-great-education-realignment-n936556Stephen MaturenImage: Minnesota Primary Voters Head To The PollsA voter fills out a ballot for the 2018 Minnesota primary election polling place on Aug. 14, 2018 in Minneapolis.Thu, 15 Nov 2018 13:56:00 GMTThu, 15 Nov 2018 13:56:00 GMTChuck ToddMark Murray Carrie DannWed, 14 Nov 2018 13:33:00 GMTFirst Read is your briefing from "Meet the Press" and the NBC Political Unit on the day's most important political stories and why they matter.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/pelosi-democrats-are-stuck-between-gavel-hard-place-n936096https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/pelosi-democrats-are-stuck-between-gavel-hard-place-n936096Jonathan ErnstImage: U.S. House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi reacts to U.S. midterm election results in WashingtonThere is currently no other House Democrat stepping forward to take on Nancy Pelosi.Wed, 14 Nov 2018 13:33:00 GMTWed, 14 Nov 2018 13:33:00 GMTChuck ToddMark Murray Carrie DannTue, 13 Nov 2018 13:43:00 GMTFirst Read is your briefing from "Meet the Press" and the NBC Political Unit on the day's most important political stories and why they matter.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/trump-has-remade-gop-his-own-image-it-s-costing-n935586https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/trump-has-remade-gop-his-own-image-it-s-costing-n935586Andrew HarnikImage: Jeff Flake, Cheryl FlakeSen. Jeff Flake, R-Ariz., accompanied by his wife Cheryl, leaves the Capitol on Oct. 24.Tue, 13 Nov 2018 13:43:00 GMTTue, 13 Nov 2018 13:43:00 GMTChuck ToddMark Murray Carrie DannMon, 12 Nov 2018 13:42:00 GMTFirst Read is your briefing from "Meet the Press" and the NBC Political Unit on the day's most important political stories and why they matter.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/democrats-had-good-showing-election-day-it-s-been-even-n935126https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/democrats-had-good-showing-election-day-it-s-been-even-n935126Alyssa PointerImage: Democrat Lucy McBath speaks during a rally for Democratic gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams at Morehouse College in AtlantaDemocrat Lucy McBath at a rally for Georgia's Democratic gubernatorial nominee, Stacey Abrams, at Morehouse College in Atlanta.Mon, 12 Nov 2018 13:42:00 GMTMon, 12 Nov 2018 13:42:00 GMTDante Chinni Sally BronstonSun, 11 Nov 2018 16:34:00 GMTThis metropolitan realignment was so powerful this year that its impacts were felt in places that until now had largely been immune.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/suburban-south-democrats-break-republican-strongholds-n934901https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/suburban-south-democrats-break-republican-strongholds-n934901Sun, 11 Nov 2018 16:34:00 GMTSun, 11 Nov 2018 16:34:00 GMTBen KamisarSun, 11 Nov 2018 15:59:00 GMTDemocrats are pressuring the acting attorney general to recuse himself amid conflicting comments about the special counsel's probe.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/schiff-whitaker-must-recuse-himself-special-counsel-or-democrats-will-n934916https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/first-read/schiff-whitaker-must-recuse-himself-special-counsel-or-democrats-will-n934916J. Scott ApplewhiteImage: Rep. Adam Schiff, D-Calif., ranking member of the House Intelligence Committee, exits a secure area to speak to reporters as the GOP majority prepares to end its participation in the Russia probe, officially shutting down the panel's investigation,Rep. Adam Schiff, D-Calif., ranking member of the House Intelligence Committee, exits a secure area to speak to reporters as the GOP majority prepares to end its participation in the Russia probe, officially shutting down the panel's investigation, March 22, 2018.Sun, 11 Nov 2018 15:59:00 GMTSun, 11 Nov 2018 15:59:00 GMT