https://www.nbcnews.com/NBC News Politicsen-US© 2026 NBCNews.comMon, 27 Jul 2026 16:12:12 GMThttps://media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com/image/upload/MSNBC/Components/Media/NBC-promo-graphics/nbc-news.pnghttps://www.nbcnews.com/Sahil KapurMon, 27 Jul 2026 16:12:12 GMTSen. Mitch McConnell’s office released a health update Monday, saying he’s still not ready to return to in-person work after his June 14 hospitalization.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/mcconnell-releases-health-update-not-ready-return-work-rcna589452https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/mcconnell-releases-health-update-not-ready-return-work-rcna589452Courtesy Mitch McConnellSen. Mitch McConnell and his wife, Elaine Chao, as he continues care at a rehab facility on July 26, 2026.Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., at the Capitol in May.Courtesy Mitch McConnellSen. Mitch McConnell and his wife, Secretary Elaine Chao, on Sunday, July 26, 2026Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., at the Capitol in May.Mon, 27 Jul 2026 16:12:12 GMTMon, 27 Jul 2026 16:12:12 GMTMonica AlbaMegan BrandDareh GregorianYarden SegevMon, 27 Jul 2026 23:00:40 GMTIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to meet with President Donald Trump and attend the late Sen. Lindsey Graham’s funeral.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/donald-trump/netanyahu-join-trump-high-stakes-meeting-white-house-rcna589326https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/donald-trump/netanyahu-join-trump-high-stakes-meeting-white-house-rcna589326Joe RaedlePresident Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu walk away from the camera through a gilded doorway.Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and President Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Fla., last year.Ibrahim AmroA huge plume of smoke rising into the air above a city skyline.Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and President Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Fla., last year.Mon, 27 Jul 2026 23:00:40 GMTMon, 27 Jul 2026 23:00:40 GMTMon, 27 Jul 2026 21:56:36 GMTTrump has asked the Supreme Court to allow him to implement his executive order that seeks to exert control over mail ballots submitted in state-run elections. NBC News' Garrett Haake reports.2056-07-27T21:55:45.000+0000now_hallie_gha_trump_scotus_mail_voting_260727https://www.nbcnews.com/video/trump-asks-supreme-court-to-let-executive-order-on-mail-in-voting-proceed-267341893617Trump asks Supreme Court to let executive order on mail-in voting proceedTrump has asked the Supreme Court to allow him to implement his executive order that seeks to exert control over mail ballots submitted in state-run elections. NBC News' Garrett Haake reports.Mon, 27 Jul 2026 21:55:41 GMTMon, 27 Jul 2026 21:56:36 GMTMon, 27 Jul 2026 20:53:34 GMTWith 99 days until the midterms, President Trump is in battleground Michigan to tout his economy agenda with affordability top of mind for voters. NBC News correspondents Garrett Haake and Ben Kamisar report on some of the internal turmoil facing the Republican and Democratic parties. Former DNC Chair Jaime Harrison analyzes the political landscape for Democrats heading into November.2056-07-27T20:52:16.000+0000now_mtp_clip_ablock_260727https://www.nbcnews.com/meet-the-press/video/democrats-2028-primary-calendar-reflects-diversity-of-the-party-says-former-dnc-chair-267336261684Democrats’ 2028 primary calendar ‘reflects diversity of the party,’ says former DNC chairWith 99 days until the midterms, President Trump is in battleground Michigan to tout his economy agenda with affordability top of mind for voters. NBC News correspondents Garrett Haake and Ben Kamisar report on some of the internal turmoil facing the Republican and Democratic parties. Former DNC Chair Jaime Harrison analyzes the political landscape for Democrats heading into November.Mon, 27 Jul 2026 20:52:12 GMTMon, 27 Jul 2026 20:53:34 GMTSun, 26 Jul 2026 14:26:37 GMTThe White House is turning down the heat on Iran with no strikes reported in the Middle East after a constant barrage of attacks for the last two weeks. This comes as the Iranian Foreign Ministry said they’ve had what they describe as productive talks with the Oman government regarding the opening of the Strait of Hormuz. NBC’s Richard Engel reports for Sunday TODAY.2056-07-26T14:25:41.000+0000tdy_sun_engel_iran_260726https://www.today.com/video/us-iran-strikes-ease-after-two-weeks-of-constant-attacks-267285573503US-Iran Strikes Ease After Two Weeks of Constant AttacksThe White House is turning down the heat on Iran with no strikes reported in the Middle East after a constant barrage of attacks for the last two weeks. This comes as the Iranian Foreign Ministry said they’ve had what they describe as productive talks with the Oman government regarding the opening of the Strait of Hormuz. NBC’s Richard Engel reports for Sunday TODAY.Sun, 26 Jul 2026 14:19:15 GMTSun, 26 Jul 2026 14:26:37 GMTMon, 20 Jul 2026 21:56:04 GMTThe Trump administration imposed 50% tariffs on three categories of imports from Canada, dairy, alcohol, and cars, citing discriminatory actions. NBC News' Monica Alba reports on how Trump is also considering additional tariffs due to the Canadian wildfires.2056-07-20T21:52:50.000+0000now_hallie_mal_trump_canada_tariffs_260720https://www.nbcnews.com/video/trump-imposes-50-tariffs-on-dairy-alcohol-and-cars-from-canada-266971717891Trump imposes 50% tariffs on dairy, alcohol, and cars from CanadaThe Trump administration imposed 50% tariffs on three categories of imports from Canada, dairy, alcohol, and cars, citing discriminatory actions. NBC News' Monica Alba reports on how Trump is also considering additional tariffs due to the Canadian wildfires.Mon, 20 Jul 2026 21:52:47 GMTMon, 20 Jul 2026 21:56:04 GMTRyan J. ReillyMon, 27 Jul 2026 21:28:33 GMTA key grand jury witness in a case against a former Olympic canoeist accused of tampering with the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool testified that the area was already damaged and would have required repairs regardless, lawyers said in a court filing.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/justice-department/reflecting-pool-case-witness-conceded-damage-olympic-canoeist-davey-he-rcna589510https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/justice-department/reflecting-pool-case-witness-conceded-damage-olympic-canoeist-davey-he-rcna589510Khang MischkeLincoln Memorial Reflecting PoolDucks in front of the Reflecting Pool at the Lincoln Memorial.Mon, 27 Jul 2026 21:28:33 GMTMon, 27 Jul 2026 21:28:33 GMTThe Politics DeskMon, 27 Jul 2026 21:00:00 GMTWelcome to From the Politics Desk, a daily newsletter that brings you the NBC News Politics team’s latest reporting and analysis from the White House, Capitol Hill and the campaign trail.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/can-susan-collins-defy-political-gravity-politics-desk-rcna589516https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/can-susan-collins-defy-political-gravity-politics-desk-rcna589516Scott EisenGOP Senate Candidate Susan Collins Attends Annual Moxie Day Parade In MaineSen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, walks in the annual Moxie Day Parade on July 11, 2026 in Lisbon, Maine. Mon, 27 Jul 2026 21:00:00 GMTMon, 27 Jul 2026 21:00:00 GMTScott WongFrank Thorp VMonica AlbaMon, 27 Jul 2026 18:48:52 GMTWorld leaders, President Donald Trump and officials in Washington will pay their respects in funeral services for Republican Sen. Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/sen-lindsey-graham-funeral-plans-trump-netanyahu-dc-south-carolina-rcna589473https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/sen-lindsey-graham-funeral-plans-trump-netanyahu-dc-south-carolina-rcna589473Andrew Caballero-ReynoldsSen. Lindsey Graham on Capitol Hill in on May 16, 2023.Sen. Lindsey Graham on Capitol Hill in 2023.Brendan SmialowskiThe seat of late Senate Judiciary Committee member Lindsey Graham is draped in black on July 15, 2026.Sen. Lindsey Graham on Capitol Hill in 2023.Finn GomezU.S. Sen. Darline Graham Nordone participates in a ceremonial swearing-in in the Old Senate Chamber at the U.S. Capitol.Sen. Lindsey Graham on Capitol Hill in 2023.Mon, 27 Jul 2026 18:48:52 GMTMon, 27 Jul 2026 18:48:52 GMTRyan J. ReillyGary GrumbachMon, 27 Jul 2026 17:30:00 GMTAttorneys for James Comey have asked a federal judge to dismiss the seashells-based prosecution of the former FBI director. 2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/justice-department/james-comey-seashells-case-lawyers-ask-judge-dismiss-trump-administrat-rcna589465https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/justice-department/james-comey-seashells-case-lawyers-ask-judge-dismiss-trump-administrat-rcna589465@comey via Instagram; Getty ImagesA federal grand jury has returned an indictment charging former FBI Director James Comey over an Instagram photo he posted of seashells spelling out a message about President Donald Trump last year.A federal grand jury returned an indictment charging former FBI Director James Comey over an Instagram photo he posted of seashells spelling out "8647."Mon, 27 Jul 2026 17:30:00 GMTMon, 27 Jul 2026 17:30:00 GMTJoe KottkeRaquel Coronell UribeSun, 26 Jul 2026 23:34:09 GMTDemocratic Minnesota state Sen. John Hoffman said Rep. Angie Craig, D-Minn., sought his endorsement for her Senate campaign while he was in intensive care following the June 2025 attempt on his life.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/2026-election/minnesota-state-sen-john-hoffman-says-angie-craig-sought-endorsement-w-rcna589344https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/2026-election/minnesota-state-sen-john-hoffman-says-angie-craig-sought-endorsement-w-rcna589344Alex KormannJohn HoffmanState Sen. John Hoffman, D-Minn., at the State Capitol in St. Paul on the first day of the 2026 legislative session in February.Chip SomodevillaAngie CraigState Sen. John Hoffman, D-Minn., at the State Capitol in St. Paul on the first day of the 2026 legislative session in February.Sun, 26 Jul 2026 23:34:09 GMTSun, 26 Jul 2026 23:34:09 GMTMegan BrandSun, 26 Jul 2026 13:49:09 GMTThe United Nations ambassador said the U.S. has “everything that it needs” for military operations against Iran.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/trump-administration/mike-waltz-dismisses-concerns-depleted-us-weapons-stockpile-iran-war-rcna589281https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/trump-administration/mike-waltz-dismisses-concerns-depleted-us-weapons-stockpile-iran-war-rcna589281Kevin DietschCorporate CEO's Speak At The Hill & Valley Forum On Capitol HillNational Security Advisor Michael Waltz speaks on a panel titled Designing the DoD for the 21st Century Battlefield at the Hill and Valley Forum at the U.S. Capitol on April 30, 2025.Sun, 26 Jul 2026 13:49:09 GMTSun, 26 Jul 2026 14:20:10 GMTBridget BowmanSahil KapurBetsy MahoneySat, 25 Jul 2026 09:00:40 GMTFormer state Senate President Troy Jackson officially became Democrats’ Senate nominee in Maine Saturday, starting a 101-day sprint to Election Day in a nationally watched, must-win race for his party.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/2026-election/maine-senate-race-democrats-poised-nominate-troy-jackson-challenge-sus-rcna588711https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/2026-election/maine-senate-race-democrats-poised-nominate-troy-jackson-challenge-sus-rcna588711Sophie ParkTroy Jackson speaking at a lectern with a sign reading FIGHT OLIGARCHY.Former State Senator Troy Jackson, a Democrat from Maine and gubernatorial candidate, speaks during a Fighting Oligarchy event with Graham Platner, Democratic US Senate candidate for Maine, not pictured, in Portland, Maine, on May 25, 2026. Sat, 25 Jul 2026 09:00:40 GMTSat, 25 Jul 2026 17:38:00 GMTJoe MurphyJiachuan WuMon, 11 May 2026 18:25:06 GMTAs national gas price averages head toward $5 per gallon, one state has already suspended its gas tax, and now President Donald Trump and his Cabinet are talking about doing the same.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/data-graphics/federal-gas-tax-rate-states-trump-iran-war-prices-map-rcna344540https://www.nbcnews.com/data-graphics/federal-gas-tax-rate-states-trump-iran-war-prices-map-rcna344540This U.S. state map shows how much in state, federal taxes and fees are tacked on to a gallon of gas. Values range from 18 cents to more than 60 cents per gallon.This U.S. state map shows how much in state, federal taxes and fees are tacked on to a gallon of gas. Values range from 18 cents to more than 60 cents per gallon.This U.S. state map shows how much in state, federal taxes and fees are tacked on to a gallon of gas. Values range from 18 cents to more than 60 cents per gallon.Mon, 11 May 2026 18:25:06 GMTSat, 25 Jul 2026 11:02:21 GMTKyla GuilfoilFri, 24 Jul 2026 23:06:18 GMTWhile he continues to seek control of the exhibits inside the Smithsonian Institution’s museums, President Donald Trump is trying a new tactic in the front yard.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/trump-administration/trump-orders-signage-warning-visitors-inaccurate-information-smithsoni-rcna589156https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/trump-administration/trump-orders-signage-warning-visitors-inaccurate-information-smithsoni-rcna589156Pete KiehartThe exterior of the Smithsonian Museum of American History.Visitors outside the Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of American History in Washington in November. Fri, 24 Jul 2026 23:06:18 GMTFri, 24 Jul 2026 23:06:18 GMTGary GrumbachKyla GuilfoilFri, 24 Jul 2026 22:12:40 GMTThe Trump administration admitted that it terminated nearly 300 federal research grants “solely because” the projects were connected to states that voted against Trump in 20242112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/trump-administration/trump-administration-concedes-canceled-research-grants-blue-states-rcna589129https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/trump-administration/trump-administration-concedes-canceled-research-grants-blue-states-rcna589129J. David AkeDepartment of Energy Headquarters exterior.The Office of Management and Budget has proposed a rule that would allow political appointees to gain unprecedented control over $1 trillion per year that is provided by federal grants.Fri, 24 Jul 2026 22:12:40 GMTFri, 24 Jul 2026 22:12:40 GMTHenry J. GomezAllan SmithFri, 24 Jul 2026 19:38:02 GMTMichigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer waded into her state’s divisive Democratic Senate primary Friday, endorsing Rep.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/2026-election/michigan-gov-gretchen-whitmer-backs-haley-stevens-contested-democratic-rcna589127https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/2026-election/michigan-gov-gretchen-whitmer-backs-haley-stevens-contested-democratic-rcna589127Daniel HeuerKey Speakers At BlackRock's 2026 Infrastructure SummitMichigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer in Washington, D.C., on March 11.Fri, 24 Jul 2026 19:38:02 GMTFri, 24 Jul 2026 21:48:02 GMTBen KamisarFri, 24 Jul 2026 17:13:24 GMTSouth Carolina is poised to hold the first Democratic presidential nominating contest in 2028 after the Democratic National Committee’s powerful rules committee voted to keep the state at the front of the line.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/2028-election/dnc-committee-sets-south-carolina-vote-first-democrats-2028-presidenti-rcna588863https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/2028-election/dnc-committee-sets-south-carolina-vote-first-democrats-2028-presidenti-rcna588863Sam WolfeVoters Cast Ballots In South Carolina PrimaryA person votes at a polling station inside the Prince Hall Masonic Lodge in Columbia, South Carolina, U.S., on Saturday, Feb. 29, 2020. Fri, 24 Jul 2026 17:13:24 GMTFri, 24 Jul 2026 21:16:32 GMTThe Politics DeskFri, 24 Jul 2026 21:00:00 GMTIn today’s edition, Ben Kamisar breaks down Democrats’ new presidential primary order. Plus, Kristen Welker explores the political pressure the ongoing Iran war is putting on Republicans.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/democrats-reshape-primary-calendar-politics-desk-rcna589142https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/democrats-reshape-primary-calendar-politics-desk-rcna589142Alex KormannKen Martin, chairman of the Democratic National Committee, speaks during Day 1 of the Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor (DFL) Party Convention in the Mayo Civic Center in Rochester, MN.Ken Martin in Rochester, Minn. in May, 2026. Fri, 24 Jul 2026 21:00:00 GMTFri, 24 Jul 2026 21:00:00 GMTSteve KopackReutersThu, 23 Jul 2026 21:16:38 GMTThese new duties, which range from 10% to 12.5%, will take effect Friday morning, just as the previous tariffs expire.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/business/economy/trump-tariffs-60-countries-forced-labor-rcna588972https://www.nbcnews.com/business/economy/trump-tariffs-60-countries-forced-labor-rcna588972Micah GreenOperations At The Port of Mobile Ahead Of The BLS Import Price Index ReleaseContainers at APM Terminals at the Port of Mobile in Mobile, Ala., on July 8, 2026.Thu, 23 Jul 2026 21:16:38 GMTFri, 24 Jul 2026 08:07:34 GMTAllan SmithThu, 23 Jul 2026 22:19:33 GMTSpeaking with NBC News’ “Here’s the Scoop,” Hochul said that she’s responding to the concerns of localities and that New York doesn’t need data centers to support the AI boom.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/new-york-gov-kathy-hochul-explains-signed-first-statewide-moratorium-d-rcna588832https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/new-york-gov-kathy-hochul-explains-signed-first-statewide-moratorium-d-rcna588832Alexander MacDougallGov. Kathy Hochul Gov. Kathy Hochul speaks at a roundtable discussion about her recent executive order establishing a moratorium on data centers in New York state last week.Will Waldrontu051226_datacenters advocatesGov. Kathy Hochul speaks at a roundtable discussion about her recent executive order establishing a moratorium on data centers in New York state last week.Thu, 23 Jul 2026 22:19:33 GMTThu, 23 Jul 2026 22:19:33 GMTAdam ReissAlexandra MarquezThu, 23 Jul 2026 21:01:56 GMTA judge repeatedly questioned why prosecutors had issued the subpoenas before pursuing alternative investigative steps.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/justice-department/justice-department-withdraw-subpoenas-new-york-times-journalists-rcna588955https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/justice-department/justice-department-withdraw-subpoenas-new-york-times-journalists-rcna588955Michael M. SantiagoFront of the The New York Times building in New York City.The Justice Department subpoenaed four New York Times reporters after they reported on security concerns with the new Air Force One. Thu, 23 Jul 2026 21:01:56 GMTThu, 23 Jul 2026 21:01:56 GMTThe Politics DeskThu, 23 Jul 2026 21:00:40 GMTIn today’s edition, we examine how the escalating Iran war is playing out in the oil markets and the halls of the Capitol. Plus, Scott Wong and Matt Dixon have a profile of the little-known new senator from South Carolina.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/oil-prices-surge-congress-splits-iran-war-votes-politics-desk-rcna588959https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/oil-prices-surge-congress-splits-iran-war-votes-politics-desk-rcna588959Graeme SloanSenator Thom Tillis, a Republican from North Carolina, during a Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee confirmation hearing in Washington, DC.Sen. Thom Tillis, R-N.C.Thu, 23 Jul 2026 21:00:40 GMTThu, 23 Jul 2026 21:00:40 GMTKyla GuilfoilMichael KosnarThu, 23 Jul 2026 05:20:42 GMTJordan, chair of the House Judiciary Committee, accused Smith of lying in his testimony before the committee in December. Smith’s lawyers denied he made any false statements.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/rep-jim-jordan-formally-asks-doj-prosecute-jack-smith-congressional-te-rcna588834https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/rep-jim-jordan-formally-asks-doj-prosecute-jack-smith-congressional-te-rcna588834Saul LoebUS-POLITICS-PROSECUTION-CONSTITUTION-VOTEFormer US special counsel Jack Smith, testifies before the House Judiciary Committee about his investigations into President Donald Trump, in the Rayburn House Office Building on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, on January 22, 2026. Al DragoFormer US Special Counsel Jack Smith Testifies Before House Judiciary CommitteeRep. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, looks on as Smith testifies in January. Thu, 23 Jul 2026 05:20:42 GMTThu, 23 Jul 2026 18:43:46 GMTSahil KapurKyle StewartFrank Thorp VThu, 23 Jul 2026 18:20:47 GMTThe House approved a nonbinding proposal to end the Iran war, directing President Donald Trump to remove armed forces from hostilities.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/house-votes-end-iran-war-senate-republicans-let-trump-continue-war-rcna588874https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/house-votes-end-iran-war-senate-republicans-let-trump-continue-war-rcna588874Kevin DietschDonald Trump salutes as members of a U.S. Army carry team move the flag-draped transfer casePresident Donald Trump on Wednesday salutes the flag-draped transfer case holding the remains of Army Pvt. Isabella Gonzales, who was killed in the war with Iran.Thu, 23 Jul 2026 18:20:47 GMTThu, 23 Jul 2026 18:20:47 GMT