Here's the Scoop

With America's munitions depleted because of the Iran war, China sees a strategic opening in Taiwan. NBC News Senior White House Correspondent Gabe Gutierrez takes us inside the Trump-Xi summit in Beijing. Then, the Senate confirmed President Donald Trump’s pick to replace Jerome Powell. NBC News Business and Data Correspondent Brian Cheung introduces us to Kevin Warsh and explains whether the new Fed chair will resist Trump’s calls to dramatically lower interest rates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tough talks over tariffs, trade and Taiwan were already set to complicate President Donald Trump’s summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, but the U.S. war with Iran has cast a shadow over the whole trip. NBC News Correspondent Janis Mackey Frayer joins from Beijing to explain what both sides are hoping to accomplish and whether any real progress is likely. Plus, NBC News Chief Technology Analyst Joanna Stern spent a year incorporating artificial intelligence into every aspect of her life for her new book, “I Am Not a Robot.” From chatbot romantic partners to robot cooks, Joanna breaks down what tech could actually revolutionize our human experience — and what we can do without. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former FBI Director James Comey was indicted by the Justice Department last month. The DOJ charged him with threatening the life of President Trump when he posted a picture to Instagram that showed seashells spelling out “86 47.” Comey joins the podcast to discuss these latest developments, why he still believes in the justice system and his new crime thriller “Red Verdict”. Plus, consumer prices rose last month at the fastest rate in nearly three years. NBC News Chief Business Correspondent Christine Romans weighs in on how Americans are reacting to the economic strains. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The WNBA kicked off its 30th season over the weekend with a new collective bargaining agreement, new teams and new media deals. Hall of Famer and NBC WNBA Analyst Sue Bird talks about the fight for fair pay and the basketball storylines to follow this season. Then, families on food stamps have been enormously affected by the Trump administration’s cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP. NBC News Senior Policy Reporter Shannon Pettypiece takes us inside a food bank in Arizona. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to “Here’s the Scoop: Supreme Court Edition.” This month, NBC News senior legal correspondent Laura Jarrett will be speaking with legal experts and lawyers to discuss the cases being argued this term — and the legal precedents that underpin them. First up: birthright citizenship. On the first day of his second term in office, President Donald Trump issued an executive order saying birthright citizenship does not apply to the children of undocumented immigrants, arguing they are not “subject to the jurisdiction” of the United States. In making its case, the administration has revived arguments from 1898 made in United States v. Wong Kim Ark. A descendant of Wong Kim Ark reflects on the threat to his family’s legacy, and then University of New Hampshire history professor Lucy Salyer analyzes why the administration is relying on a century-old argument to make its case today. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As the U.S. and Iran exchange fire amid confusing messaging from the Trump administration, is the ceasefire still in effect? NBC News senior national security correspondent Courtney Kube tries to offer an explanation for what President Donald Trump is calling “a love tap” and what it might mean for the war and potential peace. Then, NBC News international correspondent Daniele Hamamdjian joins from Tenerife in the Canary Islands, where some locals are protesting the arrival of the cruise ship at the center of a deadly hantavirus outbreak. She’ll bring us the latest on how the international community is working to stop the outbreak in its tracks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

NBC News has learned exclusively that President Trump decided to pause the U.S. effort to guide commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz after pressure from a key Gulf ally. Senior National Security Correspondent Courtney Kube explains how Saudi Arabia forced the president’s hand. Plus, how worried should you be about the deadly outbreak of hantavirus on a luxury cruise ship in the Atlantic? NBC News Foreign Correspondent Raf Sanchez breaks down what health officials are saying. 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 repeatedly claimed that his East Wing ballroom project will be privately funded, but this week Senate Republicans introduced a measure that would have taxpayers covering the cost of $1 billion security enhancements tied to the project. NBC News Senior White House Reporter Peter Nicholas explains how the Trump administration is using the shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner to switch up the messaging. Then, NBC News Senior Homeland Security correspondent Julia Ainsley takes us inside a fiery rift at DHS over how to carry out the president’s immigration agenda. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Voters in Indiana, Ohio and Michigan head to the polls Tuesday for races that could be bellwethers for the future of MAGA. NBC News Chief Data Analyst Steve Kornacki explains why the GOP has thrown millions into state races in Indiana — and how the results in Ohio and Michigan could ripple across the midterms. Then, NBC News Senior Hollywood Reporter Rebecca Keegan takes us inside the settlement talks between movie stars Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni and explains why they ended their dramatic legal battle just two weeks before the trial was set to begin. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Adm. Brad Cooper, head of U.S. Central Command, said Iran fired missiles and drones on U.S. commercial vessels and Navy ships in the Strait of Hormuz, although none were hit and no personnel were injured. The attacks came on the first day of “Project Freedom,” a U.S. effort to guide commercial ships through the strait. NBC News Chief Foreign Correspondent Richard Engel explains how the military back-and-forth could impact the ceasefire and ongoing peace negotiations. Plus, Cherie Devaux became the first female trainer to win the Kentucky Derby, when her horse, Golden Tempo, came in first at Churchill Downs this weekend. Devaux joins the show to reflect on the historic achievement and explains how she’ll decide whether to run Golden Tempo at the next Triple Crown race. 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 Israel’s war with Iran just hit 60 days, a mark that under the 1973 War Powers Resolution requires President Trump to pull military forces if Congress has not authorized the conflict. But Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and House Speaker Mike Johnson made the case this week that the current ceasefire has paused the clock. NBC News Chief Capitol Hill Correspondent Ryan Nobles breaks down how that argument is playing out in Congress. Plus, NBC News Tech Reporter David Ingram takes us inside the Silicon Valley courtroom where tech billionaires Elon Musk and Sam Altman are going head to head – and why OpenAI may have the edge in this case. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Congress has finally passed a bill to end the partial government shutdown after 75 days. NBC News Capitol Hill Correspondent Melanie Zanona explains how it finalized a budget for the Department of Homeland Security — and what the plans are for funding Border Patrol and U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Then, NBC News Legal Affairs Reporter Gary Grumbach explains how the second indictment of former FBI Director James Comey gives us some clues about how the Trump administration plans to run the Justice Department under acting Attorney General Todd Blanche. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lawmakers on the House Armed Services Committee grilled Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth about the cost of the U.S. and Israel’s war with Iran. NBC News Chief Capitol Hill Correspondent Ryan Nobles breaks down the most contentious moments — and whether the hearing could be a referendum on Hegseth’s tenure as secretary. Then, NBC News Senior Supreme Court Reporter Lawrence Hurley explains why voting rights activists are protesting the Supreme Court’s ruling on Louisiana v. Callais — and what the decision could mean for the redistricting battles playing out across the country. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The United Arab Emirates says it’s leaving OPEC, the group that coordinates oil output from many of the world’s top producers. NBC News Chief Business Correspondent Christine Romans explains why the UAE is going on its own after more than 50 years — and what it could mean for Americans’ wallets. Then, Senior National Politics Reporter Matt Dixon takes us to a Florida special legislative session, where Gov. Ron DeSantis is attempting to redraw the state’s congressional map to give Republicans an edge in the upcoming midterm elections, and explains how the fight could reverberate across the nation. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The man accused of opening fire at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner was charged in federal court on Monday with attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump. “Here’s the Scoop” host Christine Romans and Senior White House Correspondent Garrett Haake discuss their experience at the Washington Hilton and whether the incident will change security measures for private presidential events in the future. Then, as King Charles III and Queen Camilla arrive in the United States for their first state visit, NBC News Royal Contributor Emily Nash explains why the visit comes at a crossroads for the U.S.-U.K. relationship. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Talks in Washington on Thursday yielded a three-week extension of the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, even as Iran proxy Hezbollah and Israel continue to exchange fire in the southern buffer zone. NBC News correspondent and “Here’s the Scoop” host Yasmin Vossoughian explains how the “non-aggression pact” to disarm Hezbollah would work and why the Lebanese are still cautiously optimistic. Meanwhile, the Trump administration has taken a variety of actions this week to ease restrictions on highly regulated drugs like psychedelics and medical marijuana. NBC News health and medical reporter Erika Edwards explains how reclassifying those drugs could open up new options for research and treatment — and why it’s happening at such a breakneck speed. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

More than a million people in Lebanon have been displaced by the fighting between Israel and the Iran-proxy Hezbollah, sparking a massive humanitarian crisis. NBC News Correspondent and “Here’s the Scoop” Host Yasmin Vossoughian tells us about the families she met while visiting a refugee center in Beirut. Plus, Chief Capitol Hill Correspondent Ryan Nobles breaks down the prospects for ending the months-long Department of Homeland Security shutdown – plus how changes in DHS personnel and ICE tactics may have played a role. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Control of Lebanon’s south is one of the key sticking points in talks between Israel and Lebanon scheduled for this Thursday. NBC News correspondent and “Here’s the Scoop” host Yasmin Vossoughian went to the Hezbollah stronghold of Tyre in southern Lebanon, among the hardest-hit cities in the war, and shares how residents are dealing with the ongoing threat and what a potential deal would mean for them. Then, NBC News foreign correspondent Matt Bradley joins the conversation to discuss Israel’s demands, including the establishment of a permanent “security zone.” 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 announced Tuesday afternoon that he is extending the ceasefire with Iran. But regardless of what happens next with negotiations to end the war, one country that feels left out is Lebanon. "Here’s the Scoop" host Yasmin Vossoughian reports from Beirut on how people there differ in their beliefs on Hezbollah and the Israel-Lebanon talks — and why they seem united on the question of a buffer zone in southern Lebanon. Plus, Apple CEO Tim Cook is stepping down after 15 years of leading the tech giant. NBC News Chief Technology Analyst Joanna Stern examines Cook’s legacy and previews what to expect from the company under his successor, John Ternus. 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 host Yasmin Vossoughian is on assignment in Lebanon, which has been caught in the crossfire of the Iran war. As the deadline for the U.S. and Iranian ceasefire ticks closer, Yas tells guest host Christine Romans why people in Lebanon are fearful and uncertain about the future. Plus: NBC News Senior Washington Correspondent Hallie Jackson gained rare access into late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein’s property in New Mexico. The Zorro Ranch had largely been excluded from investigations until recently – despite at least 10 girls and young women alleging abuse there. Hallie shares what survivors and investigators told her about their experiences and why they are worried about the lack of accountability in New Mexico. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wall Street seems to be pricing in an end to the war in the Middle East. After Iran said it would reopen the Strait of Hormuz, stocks rebounded to record highs and the price of oil plummeted. But as NBC News Business and Data Correspondent Brian Cheung explains to fill-in host Christine Romans, it might be a while before consumers see any relief. Then, recent Federal Election Commission data shows some Democratic primary challengers are out-fundraising their incumbent opponents. NBC News National Political Reporter Bridget Bowman illustrates how the findings show generational divides within the Democratic Party — and what that could portend for the midterms. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former elementary school teacher Arielle Fodor has racked up 1.4 million followers by posting political satire as her influencer alter ego “Mrs. Frazzled.” When Rep. Eric Swalwell, D-Calif., announced his campaign for governor last year, she posted an endorsement — and then her DMs blew up. Fodor explains how she started investigating allegations against Swalwell that ultimately led to his political demise. Then, NBC News foreign correspondent Matt Bradley breaks down what we know about the just-announced 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon — and shares what a senior Hezbollah official told him about its willingness to abide by the deal. 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. military is using more than 100 fighter and surveillance aircraft to carry out a partial blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. But even though it says it has turned around at least nine ships from Iranian ports so far, maritime data shows that at least three ships sailing from Iranian ports crossed the strait on Tuesday. NBC reporter Chantal Da Silva explains the confusion around who’s really in control of the waterway — and what impact that could have on peace negotiations, set to continue this week. Plus, we talk to NBC News Senior Legal Correspondent Laura Jarrett about her exclusive sit-down interview with acting Attorney General Todd Blanche and why he thinks the American public should be “happy” about President Donald Trump’s involvement in the Department of Justice. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Reps. Eric Swalwell, D-Calif, and Tony Gonzalez, R-Texas, are giving up their seats in Congress following separate allegations of sexual misconduct. NBC News Chief Capitol Hill Correspondent Ryan Nobles discusses why the rumors of alleged misconduct went unchecked for so long and whether their departures could force change in the halls of Congress. Then, NBC News national security reporter Gordon Lubold goes over how President Trump pressured Israel to meet with Lebanon for the first high-level talks between the countries in more than 30 years – and why the outcome could have an impact on the negotiations in the Iran war. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oil prices surged again today as a U.S. blockade on the Strait of Hormuz took effect. After Vice President JD Vance walked away from 21 hours of negotiations in Islamabad without a deal, Chief Foreign Correspondent Richard Engel analyzes the prospects for a peace deal. And Pope Leo XIV, the first American to head the Catholic Church, is clashing with President Trump, who has been lambasting the pope for his calls to end the war with Iran. Pope Leo said this morning he is “not afraid” of the Trump administration. NBC News International Correspondent Claudio Lavanga explains why Pope Leo XIV’s statements are a departure from his more neutral stance and how Catholics are reacting to Trump’s antagonism toward the pontiff. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In his first interview with a U.S. broadcast network, Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel insisted to NBC News’ “Meet the Press” moderator Kristen Welker that he’s not “stepping down,” despite the Trump administration’s increasing pressure on Cuba. Welker joins “Here’s the Scoop” guest host Ryan Nobles after her trip to Havana to share where he’s willing to compromise and what was happening behind the scenes during her interview. Then, NBC News senior reporter Jane C. Timm shares voicemails and text messages from the White House’s unsuccessful pressure campaign to force a Republican candidate out of a state Senate primary race in Indiana. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Israel has said it will start direct negotiations with Lebanon, a day after a barrage of attacks targeting Iran proxy Hezbollah threatened the fragile ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran. Lebanese journalist Zoya Awky describes the mood on the ground in Lebanon amid the devastation. Then, NBC News Correspondent Janis Mackey Frayer joins from Beijing to explain why China is flexing its diplomatic muscle to advocate for an end to the war. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Both the Trump administration and the Iranian regime are claiming victory after agreeing to a two-week ceasefire. But can they agree on what’s in the agreement – and will it last? NBC News Politics Reporter Megan Lebowitz explains how the Trump administration is describing the details of the truce, and NBC News Foreign Correspondent Matt Bradley joins from Tel Aviv, as Israel continues to launch strikes on Iranian proxy Hezbollah in Lebanon. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

President Trump threatened the “complete demolition” of Iran ahead of an 8pm ET deadline for Iran to agree to a ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. NBC News Senior White House Correspondent Garrett Haake breaks down the threats in the president’s latest volley of Truth Social posts and analyzes the political factors hanging over negotiations to end the war. Meanwhile, NBC News Senior National Correspondent Stephanie Gosk joins from Tel Aviv to explain how the region is preparing for the possibility of further escalation – from Israel doubling down on its offensive into Lebanon and Iran to the musician who’s placed himself between U.S. missiles and Iran’s most critical power plant. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

President Trump and his team shared new details about the mission to rescue two U.S. airmen whose F-15E fighter jet was shot down over Iran on Friday. National Security Correspondent Courtney Kube breaks down the behind-the-scenes reporting and the new state of negotiations, following the president’s expletive-laden Truth Social post on Sunday. Plus, the crew of the Artemis II mission has officially traveled farther into space than anyone else in history, beginning their flyby of the moon and glimpsing never-before-seen parts of the lunar surface. Senior Correspondent Tom Costello talks about his interview with the astronauts in space and explains why scientists are excited to get their eyes on the far side. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

An F-15 fighter jet flying over Iran was apparently shot down by the country’s military – and, as this afternoon, one of the two pilots was still missing. Reporting from Doha, NBC News Foreign Correspondent Raf Sanchez breaks down how the existence of a military prisoner could change Iran’s leverage in negotiations and its power over the most valued bargaining chip, the Strait of Hormuz. Plus, the American Gambling Association estimates that this year fans will legally bet more than $3 billion on the March Madness tournaments– a 54% increase over the past three years. And more bets can also mean more harassment for student athletes. The NCAA’s managing director of administrative services, Clint Hangebrauck, talks about the mental health challenges players face and what they are doing to ensure that the wagers don’t impact the integrity of student sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What was the straw that broke the camel’s back for Attorney General Pam Bondi? Sources close to President Donald Trump told NBC News that he felt she had bungled the Epstein files saga and hadn’t done enough to prosecute the president’s political enemies. NBC News senior Capitol Hill correspondent Garrett Haake breaks down how she has changed the Justice Department — and whether interim AG Todd Blanche will stay on permanently. Plus, the rising cost of medical care is drowning Americans in debt. In the latest edition of NBC News’ “Unaffordable America” series, senior financial reporter Gretchen Morgenson explains how the problem is expected to worsen as more than 10 million Americans lose health care coverage as a result of the president’s signature “big, beautiful bill.” 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 made an unprecedented visit to the Supreme Court on Wednesday as the justices heard oral arguments about whether his executive order limiting birthright citizenship is lawful. NBC News Senior Supreme Court Reporter Lawrence Hurley shares how the justices reacted to the president’s presence — and why they seemed to be skeptical of his lawyers’ arguments. Then, reporter Dan De Luce breaks down the potential impact of pulling out of NATO amid the U.S. and Israel’s war with Iran, after Trump recently renewed a threat to do so. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has repeatedly declined to give information about the Trump administration’s strategy or a timeline for ending the war with Iran. NBC News National Security Correspondent Courtney Kube briefs us on Hegseth’s secret trip to visit with troops in the Middle East and analyzes the impact of the administration’s information vacuum. Plus, NASA’s first manned mission to the moon’s orbit in decades is preparing for liftoff. NBC News Science Reporter Denise Chow joins from Florida to share how the Artemis II crew is getting ready – and why the launch could be a make-or-break moment for NASA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

President Trump is warning that he may target Iran’s civilian infrastructure if the U.S. and the Iranian regime can’t come to a deal soon. NBC News Foreign Correspondent Raf Sanchez breaks down where negotiations stand and shares insight from an exclusive interview with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Plus, Business and Data Correspondent Brian Cheung joins from the New York Stock Exchange to explain how investors are considering the potential for long-term conflict with Iran and when consumers will start to feel the broader impacts from the war. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In an interview with Hoda Kotb, Savannah Guthrie opens up for the first time about the “agony” of her mother Nancy Guthrie’s abduction. During an emotional three-part sit down that aired on TODAY March 26 and 27, Savannah reflects on where she was when she first got the call that her mom was missing, how her family is leaning on the faith Nancy taught them, and her journey to find the strength to keep going, one day at a time. Plus, she shares her plans to come back “home” to TODAY. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After an all-night push in the Senate, a deal to fund most of the Department of Homeland Security, excluding ICE, was rejected by House Republicans, with Speaker Mike Johnson calling it “a joke.” NBC News Chief Capitol Hill Correspondent Ryan Nobles explains where it broke down and what this means for TSA workers. Plus, as the war in Iran approaches its first full month, a near-total internet blackout in the country has reduced firsthand accounts to a trickle. NBC News Foreign Correspondent Molly Hunter gathered rare voice memos from Iranian women, who detail their accounts of survival and their hopes 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.

With funding for the Department of Homeland Security still in limbo, real consequences are being felt: TSA agents are walking off the job, others have been working for weeks without pay, and critical agencies such as FEMA and the Coast Guard are running on fumes. With spring recess just days away, NBC News Chief Capitol Hill Correspondent Ryan Nobles breaks down the ultimate question: Will lawmakers strike a deal or simply head for the break? Plus, ousted Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and his wife were in a Manhattan courtroom today, nearly three months after their capture by the U.S. They have been charged with conspiracy to import cocaine, along with possession of machine guns and destructive devices. Maduro is also charged with narco-terrorism conspiracy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Department of Homeland Security is now in its sixth week of a partial shutdown. Is a deal even possible, or is the deadlock the new status quo? Michigan Sen. Elissa Slotkin, a Democrat, joins the pod to discuss what it could take to end the shutdown, whether she would support supplemental funding for the Iran war, and her proposal to rein in the Pentagon’s use of AI. Plus, juries in Los Angeles and New Mexico have returned landmark verdicts against social media giants Meta and Google’s YouTube, finding the platforms liable for harming children. The jury decided on $2.1 million in punitive damages for Meta and $900,000 for YouTube, totaling $3 million in total. It's a small fraction of the $1 billion in punitive damages sought by the plaintiff's counsel. NBC News Legal Analyst Misty Marris dives into how these verdicts could set a precedent for thousands of other legal cases over platform safety waiting in the wings. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Gas prices are spiking, inflation won’t quit, the job market is shaking, and the gap between the wealthy and everyone else has never been wider. So what’s actually going on and who’s really paying the price? NBC News Senior Policy Reporter Shannon Pettypiece joins the pod. She’s been digging into this as part of an NBC News series, Unaffordable America. Plus, prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket have exploded into the mainstream, pulling in $4.5 billion during Super Bowl week alone, by exploiting a legal loophole that lets people bet on sports even where gambling is banned. But now, states and Congress are fighting back, with a new bipartisan Senate bill pushing for a federal crackdown. NBC News National Reporter Suzy Khimm explains what’s driving the pushback, and what could it mean for professional sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With hours left on a self-imposed deadline to strike Iran's power plants, President Donald Trump abruptly announced a five-day delay, citing "productive conversations" with Tehran. Oil prices fell and markets surged, but Iran denies that any negotiations were happening. NBC News Senior White House Correspondent Garrett Haake discusses whether this is a real off-ramp or just a pause before further escalation. Plus, NBC News Senior Correspondent Tom Costello on investigations into the Air Canada plane that collided with a fire truck on a runway at New York’s LaGuardia Airport overnight, leaving both pilots dead and injuring dozens. Officials are zeroing in on a critical question: Was air traffic control staffing a factor? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hourslong TSA wait lines are impacting travelers around the country as the partial government shutdown goes into its fifth week, with officers working without pay calling off work – or quitting entirely. NBC News National Correspondent Aaron Gilchrist reports from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport on how to deal with the travel pains and where negotiations stand on a deal to fund the Department of Homeland Security. Then, fresh off a sold-out show at Madison Square Garden in New York City, comedian Max Amini joins to talk about what it means to be Iranian-American amidst a war between the U.S. and Iran. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Iran is responding to attacks on the South Pars gas field with strikes in Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait. Economists warn that the situation could trigger global price shocks and add to energy shortages for billions of people already facing disruptions caused by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. NBC News’ Chief Foreign Correspondent Richard Engel joins to put the escalation into context. Then, Senior Homeland Security Correspondent Julia Ainsley shares insights from a monthslong NBC News investigation into allegations that Corey Lewandowski stood to personally profit from his role as a senior Department of Homeland Security official. Lewandowski denies the allegations. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Top national security officials were on Capitol Hill today for a grilling from the Senate Intelligence Committee. The testimony from Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, CIA Director John Ratcliffe, and FBI Director Kash Patel came a day after one of Gabbard’s top deputies resigned in protest over the war in Iran, saying the country posed “no imminent threat to our nation”. NBC News Reporter Dan De Luce breaks down the biggest moments. Then, NBC News Business and Data Correspondent Brian Cheung explains the Federal Reserve’s decision to keep interest rates steady amid oil price shocks and stuttering economic indicators. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Israel said today it killed two more top Iranian leaders in overnight strikes, including the powerful security chief Ali Larijani. This comes as Israel continues a ground invasion of southern Lebanon, targeting Iranian proxy Hezbollah. NBC News Foreign Correspondent Matt Bradley explains how this top-bottom strategy aligns with the U.S and Israel’s broader goals for the war. Plus: Cuba is still reeling from a total electrical outage that left 11 million people in the dark yesterday. NBC News Correspondent George Solis reports from Havana on the larger impacts of the country’s ongoing energy crisis – and his exclusive interview with the deputy prime minister ahead of a historic announcement opening the country further to foreign investment, including from Cuban nationals who live overseas. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As the price of oil has spiked to approximately $100 a barrel, President Donald Trump is pressuring other countries to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route. But as NBC News Foreign Correspondent Raf Sanchez reports, key allies aren’t exactly jumping into the fray. Plus, the Senate is expected to take up the SAVE Act this week, which has quickly become one of Trump’s top priorities. Senior Reporter Jane C. Timm joins to explain how voters could be affected if it makes its way through the Senate and how states are taking matters into their own hands in case it doesn’t. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sunday is Hollywood’s biggest night: the 98th Academy Awards. “Sinners” may have broken a record with 16 nominations, but many of the top categories still seem to be wide open. Senior Hollywood Reporter Rebecca Keegan and Entertainment Correspondent Chloe Melas give their Oscar predictions, discuss what to expect from Conan O’Brien’s monologue, explain how the Academy Awards are evolving in the age of AI and industry consolidation, and share their own behind-the scenes experiences covering the event over the years. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A shooting at a university. A bomb outside the mayor's residence. And a chilling thread connecting them both. Is ISIS making a comeback on American soil? National Law Enforcement and Intelligence Correspondent Tom Winter discusses how AI and the war in Iran are playing a role and how law enforcement is responding. Plus, after weeks of explosive testimony, including from META CEO Mark Zuckerberg himself, a landmark social media trial is now in the hands of a jury. The question is: did Meta and YouTube knowingly addict children to their platforms, causing them mental health harm? Lori Schott, whose daughter Annalee died by suicide in 2020, is part of a group of parents watching the bellwether trial for what it could mean for their own lawsuits. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

he U.S. strikes in Iran are intensifying – from inside the country to the Strait of Hormuz. On Capitol Hill, lawmakers are asking how much of the targeting is being shaped by artificial intelligence. NBC News AI Fellow Jared Perlo explains the Defense Department’s AI strategy and who is responsible for “bad intelligence.” Plus: when a storm hits, the damage to a home can be devastating. But for hundreds of Oklahomans, the real shock came from their insurance provider. More than 600 families now allege State Farm quietly redefined "hail damage" to avoid paying claims. NBC News Chief Legal Correspondent Laura Jarrett has more on the lawsuit and why the state’s attorney general is now getting involved. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A humanitarian crisis is unfolding in Lebanon, with more than 750,000 people displaced as Israeli strikes have turned the country’s south into an active war zone. NBC News Foreign Correspondent Daniele Hamamdjian joins us from Beirut to explain how and why Lebanon became part of the war in Iran. Meanwhile, 1,700 transgender people in Kansas are having their driver’s licenses invalidated after today a judge upheld a law requiring gender markers to align with the gender assigned at birth. NBC News Enterprise Reporter Jo Yurcaba explains how the ruling fits into the growing rollback of transgender rights nationwide. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.