Oil prices surge after attacks on energy sites
Oil prices surged after attacks on energy sites in Iran and Qatar. Plus, Trump administration officials were grilled by Democrats over air strikes against the Iranian regime. NBC News’ Gabe Gutierrez reports.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:39:00 GMT

Why the Red Sea could be the next choke point for the global economy
Iran's Houthi proxy forces in Yemen say they are poised to attack the Red Sea shipping route, risking another peril for the world economy.
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:02:21 GMT

Chair Jerome Powell has 'no intention of leaving' the Fed until DOJ probe is closed
Fed Chair Jerome Powell says he will not step down from the central bank's board until an investigation launched by President Trump's Justice Dept. is closed.
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 20:44:46 GMT

Trump’s DHS nominee grilled by Senate as travelers face long TSA lines
Senators grilled Sen. Markwayne Mullin during a hearing over his confirmation to become the next Secretary of Homeland Security. Congress remains in a standoff over DHS funding, leading to massive TSA lines at airports across the country. NBC News’ Tom Costello reports.
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 22:44:12 GMT

Women allege labor rights icon Cesar Chavez sexually assaulted them
Cesar Chavez is considered a hero of the labor rights movement, with schools and streets named after him across the country. Now, decades after his death, women have come forward alleging they were sexually assaulted by Chavez. NBC News’ Camila Bernal reports.
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 22:45:22 GMT