NBC Nightly News Full Episode - Sept. 15

International Relations & Security - US military conducted a deadly strike on a Venezuelan boat allegedly transporting drugs, resulting in three deaths, with President Trump calling them "narco terrorists" [1][5][6][7][8] - The Trump administration labeled the Venezuelan government under Nicholas Maduro as a "narco terror cartel" [9] - The UK is planning a major security operation for President Trump's visit, including armed officers, snipers, and a no-fly zone around Windsor Castle [24][25][26][27] Crime & Justice - FBI revealed DNA evidence linking a suspect to the assassination of Charlie Kirk, indicating a possible motive of hatred for Kirk's political views [2][12][13] - The Trump administration is intensifying efforts to find and punish Americans who criticize Charlie Kirk, with some employers firing or suspending individuals for their online posts [19][20] - A 16-year-old shooter in Colorado was active on a violent Gore website and expressed neo-Nazi views, raising concerns about online radicalization [28][29][30][31][32][33] - President Trump is sending federal agents and National Guard to Memphis to address crime [1][10] Public Health - Childhood vaccine rates are plummeting across the US, with a significant drop in measles vaccination rates in St Louis, Missouri, from nearly 90% to 74% between 2010 and 2024 [3][36][37][38] - 77% of American counties have seen vaccination rates decline since 2019, raising concerns about potential outbreaks [41] Technology & Business - A framework for a deal is in place that would allow TikTok's Chinese parent company to spin off the app and avoid a US ban, addressing national security concerns [4][34][35] - Old school analog photo booths are making a comeback, driven by a new generation discovering them through platforms like TikTok [49][50][51][52]