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U.S. strikes two locations in Iran near Strait of HormuzExternal Link
The U.S. military hit two locations in Iran near the Strait of Hormuz, according to a U.S. official. NBC News’ Matt Bradley explains what this means for the war with Iran. 
Thu, 07 May 2026 21:42:52 GMT
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Source: DOJ investigating suspicious oil trades timed around Iran warExternal Link
The Justice Department is investigating a series of oil market trades that right before important moves related to the war with Iran. At least four trades worth $2.6 billion are being examined. NBC News’ Allie Canal explains the timing of the bets.
Thu, 07 May 2026 21:51:05 GMT
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Iran-backed groups targeted U.S. facilities in Iraq 600 times, U.S. official saysExternal Link
The U.S. is urging the government to break with Tehran-backed militia groups following more than 600 attacks against U.S. diplomatic facilities.
Thu, 07 May 2026 21:04:35 GMT
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Black leaders in Tennessee compare redistricting push to Jim Crow-era voter suppression tacticsExternal Link
As the Tennessee governor signs a voting map that splits up the state’s only majority Black district, some leaders are calling out the change. NBC News’ Kathy Park explains what lead to the redistricting and responses from both sides of the aisle.
Thu, 07 May 2026 22:15:22 GMT
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Kamala Harris wants the DNC to release its autopsy report on the 2024 campaignExternal Link
Amid turmoil over the party’s future, Kamala Harris has been privately sounding out confidants about her own prospects.
Thu, 07 May 2026 09:00:41 GMT
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