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Kentucky State University campus on lockdown after deadly shooting
NBC News· 2025-12-09 23:50
Got to get to some breaking news now coming out of Kentucky. We've just learned that the campus of the Kentucky State University is on lockdown right now. Police have taken what they call an active aggressor.That's their phrase for it. Into custody after a shooting. One person died, another person is seriously hurt.You're looking at the scene here. Shaquille Brewster is covering this for us. What do we know, Shaq.>> Well, we're still waiting on a lot of information to come in, Hie, but we did just hear from ...
Meet the Press NOW — Dec. 9
NBC News· 2025-12-09 23:45
Economy & Affordability - The report highlights conflicting views on the US economy, with President Trump giving himself an "A++" grade while data indicates energy prices have risen and overall inflation is up 3% year-over-year [2][4] - A recent NBC News poll shows 66% of Americans believe the Trump administration has underperformed on inflation and cost of living, while Gallup and Fox News polls indicate low approval and negative impact from the administration's economic policies [6] - Voters in Pennsylvania express frustration with rising prices and pessimism about politicians' ability to address them [12][13][14] - Gas prices are down from last year, but utility prices, rent, and car insurance are up, with overall inflation 3% higher than a year ago [17][18][19] - The White House blames Democrats for affordability issues, while Democrats accuse the Trump administration of lacking credibility on the economy [25][26][27][28][29][30] Healthcare - Senate Republicans are proposing to redirect Affordable Care Act (ACA) funding to Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), offering $1,000 per year for adults under 50 and $1,500 per year for adults over 50 not on Medicare [72][73] - Senate Democrats are pushing for a three-year extension of ACA subsidies, benefiting approximately 22 million Americans, but this is expected to fail [70][77] - Healthcare premiums are set to potentially double for over 20 million Americans next year [79] Foreign Policy & National Security - President Trump is critical of Europe, stating that "most European nations, they're they're decaying" [46] - The administration faces questions about the legality of US strikes against alleged drug cartel members in the Caribbean Sea [57][58] - A provision in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) would reduce the Secretary of Defense's budget unless the full unedited video of military strikes on boats in the Caribbean is released [60] - The president is hinting at potential land strikes in Venezuela and other countries deemed to be bringing drugs into the United States [62][63][64] Political Strategy & Midterms - The Trump administration plans to campaign heavily in the lead-up to the midterms, focusing on mobilizing Trump voters [92] - Republican strategists express concern about turning out the base with Trump not on the ballot [90] - A Democratic candidate for Senate in South Carolina, Dr Annie Andrews, highlights Senator Lindsey Graham's low approval rating of 34% [119]
Sen. Graham is ‘objectively failing at his job,’ says Democratic challenger
NBC News· 2025-12-09 23:00
After winds last month in New Jersey and Virginia, as well as a closer than expected special election in Tennessee, Democrats are hoping the wind is at their back ahead of the 2026 midterms. And that even some reliably red states seats in the House rather, and the Senate could possibly be flipped. And joining me now is Dr.. Annie Andrews, a pediatrician and Democratic candidate for Senate in South Carolina. Dr. . Thank you so much for joining us here on Meet the Press Now. Thank you so much for having me.>> ...
Kiss frontman Gene Simmons urges Congress to pass bill allowing more royalties for songs on radio
NBC News· 2025-12-09 22:53
Industry Concerns - Performing artists must be compensated for radio play [1] - Failure to ensure payment is considered "unamerican" [1] - AI poses a threat to fair compensation for new artists [1] - The music industry is currently in disarray [1] Future Implications - Pennies earned are crucial for future artists [2] - Ensuring payment is an investment in future generations [2] - Artists should not be left without a means of earning income [2]
Pope Leo criticizes President Trump's attitude towards Europe
NBC News· 2025-12-09 22:53
I think unfortunately some of parts of it that that I have seen um make a a huge change in what was for many many years a true alliance between Europe and the United States. Um the the remarks that are made about Europe also in interviews recently um I think are trying to break apart what I think needs to be a very important alliance today and in the future. That's. ...
LIVE: NBC News NOW - Dec. 10
NBC News· 2025-12-09 22:44
NBC News NOW is live, reporting breaking news and developing stories in real time. We are on the scene, covering the most important stories of the day and taking deep dives on issues you care about. For more context and news coverage of the most important stories of our day, click here: https://www.nbcnews.com » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews Every day, NBC News helps people understand what’s happening and why it matters — through fa ...
LIVE: NBC News NOW - Dec. 9
NBC News· 2025-12-09 22:42
NBC News NOW is live, reporting breaking news and developing stories in real time. We are on the scene, covering the most important stories of the day and taking deep dives on issues you care about. For more context and news coverage of the most important stories of our day, click here: https://www.nbcnews.com » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews Every day, NBC News helps people understand what’s happening and why it matters — through fa ...
Senate to vote on GOP health care proposal on Thursday
NBC News· 2025-12-09 22:30
Sahel, I know you're sticking around for us because a Senate vote to address the looming spike in premiums for millions of Americans is fast approaching. Senate Democrats are expected to force a vote on their proposal of a clean three-year extension of those expiring Affordable Care Act subsidies. That legislation is expected to fail.Meanwhile, Senate Majority Leader John Thun told reporters this afternoon that Republicans will offer up their own plan, a bill to expand access to health savings accounts. Thi ...
LIVE: Trump delivers remarks on the economy | NBC News
NBC News· 2025-12-09 22:14
Watch live as President Trump delivers remarks in Pennsylvania on his administration's economic policies and concerns about the high cost of living. For more context and news coverage of the most important stories of our day, click here: https://www.nbcnews.com » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Subscribe to Here's the Scoop podcast: https://www.nbcnews.com/heres-the-scoop-daily-podcast Every day, NBC News helps people understand what’s happening and why it matters — through fact-ba ...
Democrats struggled with messaging on economy but have ‘figured it out’: Rep. Madeleine Dean
NBC News· 2025-12-09 22:00
Ahead of the president's address on the economy tonight, the White House is ramping up its blame on Democrats. Now, here's White House press secretary Caroline Levit earlier today. >> Well, the Democrats are the greatest con artists in American politics.They are pretending to champion the issue of affordability when they themselves created the worst inflation crisis in a generation. You can't create a problem and then turn around and say, "I'm the best person to fix it." No. That's why President Trump was r ...