Missing airman is rescued, and a March Madness champion is crowned: Weekend Rundown

U.S. forces safely rescued the missing F-15E crew member of a two-seat fighter jet that went down over Iran on Friday with the help of a CIA deception campaign officials said. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. President Donald Trump threatened major strikes on Iran’s energy … Read more

Todd Blanche named acting attorney general and Pete Hegseth forces out top Army chief: Morning Rundown

In today’s newsletter: Trump’s former personal attorney Todd Blanche is the new acting attorney general. How a group of influencers realized they were all being targeted by the same thief with an eye for high-end furniture. And why healthcare costs are skyrocketing. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and … Read more

Supreme Court battle over birthright citizenship and NASA’s moon mission set to launch: Morning Rundown

In today’s newsletter: The Supreme Court will hear arguments in the birthright citizenship fight. NASA will launch four astronauts into space for a 10-day moon mission. And no punishment for the Army helicopter crew who flew by Kid Rock’s house. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. … Read more

Trump says he wants Iran’s oil and travelers frustrated with Congress over shutdown: Morning Rundown

In today’s newsletter: Trump says he wants to take Iran’s oil as the war sends global prices surging. Travelers express frustration with Congress as TSA workers are caught in the shutdown crossfire. And a stunning March Madness finish seals the Men’s Final Four. Here’s what to know today. Trump says he wants Iran’s oil and … Read more

Ukraine says Russia is helping Iran, and a shutdown record is eclipsed: Weekend Rundown

Russia took satellite images of a U.S. air base in Saudi Arabia three times in the days before Iran attacked the site and wounded American troops, according to a summary of Ukrainian intelligence shared with NBC News by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. In an interview in the Gulf nation of Qatar on Saturday, Zelenskyy said he … Read more

Senate approves deal that would fund most of DHS and Iran’s newest powerbroker: Morning Rundown

In today’s newsletter: The Senate agrees to fund DHS, except ICE and Border Patrol, in bid to end the shutdown. A leading figure in Iranian politics emerges as a possible negotiator with the U.S. And a college basketball coach who is still top of his game at age 73. Here’s what to know today. Senate … Read more

Tensions flare at Capitol Hill Iran briefing and a landmark verdict on social media safety: Morning Rundown

How the partial government shutdown is affecting more than just airports. Tensions flare during a briefing with lawmakers about the Iran war. And the AI-generated reality show starring fruit captivating social media audiences. Here’s what to know today. Long airport lines are the tip of the iceberg of DHS shutdown The Senate failed again to … Read more

Savannah Guthrie opens up on mother’s disappearance and inside Trump’s daily video briefing on Iran war: Morning Rundown

In today’s newsletter: Trump’s daily Iran video briefing fuels concerns he’s not getting a full picture on the war. Congress seeks more answers about Jeffrey Epstein’s death. And Savannah Guthrie reveals the “agony” her family is going through after the disappearance of her mother. Here’s what to know today. Trump shown daily video montage about … Read more

Passengers describe LaGuardia crash and a new go-between in the U.S.-Iran war: Morning Rundown

Investigators probe the fatal collision between an Air Canada plane and a truck at LaGuardia Airport. The Senate confirms Markwayne Mullin is to lead the Department of Homeland Security. And a special report into how Trump’s policies are widening the economic divide. Here’s what to know today. Air Canada passenger recalls LaGuardia crash: ‘Like the … Read more

Fatal collision at LaGuardia and Trump and Iran trade threats over Hormuz: Morning Rundown

In today’s newsletter: Two people are dead after an Air Canada plane collided with a fire truck at LaGuardia Airport. Trump and Iran trade threats over the Strait of Hormuz closure. And the Supreme Court hears a case on mail-in voting. Here’s what to know today. 2 dead after Air Canada plane, fire truck collide … Read more