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Trump says ceasefire with Iran is 'on massive life support'External Link
President Donald Trump told reporters the Iranian response to a U.S. peace proposal was “stupid” and that the ceasefire is “on massive life support.” NBC News' Jon Allen reports on the war's impasse and how Trump responded to questions over his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping later in the week. 
Mon, 11 May 2026 16:41:37 GMT
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President Trump looks to suspend the federal gas taxExternal Link
Amid a global energy crisis, President Trump says he will suspend the federal gas tax, a move that would require an act of Congress, as more Americans are feeling the pain at the pump. NBC News’ Ryan Nobles reports.
Mon, 11 May 2026 23:14:18 GMT
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Supreme Court lets Alabama speed up adoption of congressional map eliminating a majority-Black districtExternal Link
The decision sends litigation back to a lower court as the state races to adopt a congressional map that would eliminate a majority-Black district and more heavily favor Republicans.
Mon, 11 May 2026 21:50:57 GMT
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Hungry children, canceled benefits: Arizona’s food stamp cuts are a warning for AmericaExternal Link
Under President Donald Trump’s “big, beautiful bill,” food stamp applicants are fighting to prove eligibility. A crisis in Arizona offers a warning for America.
Mon, 11 May 2026 09:00:40 GMT
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The fight is on over tickets to the White House UFC fightExternal Link
The White House will host the first ever UFC fight on the South Lawn as part of the America's 250th birthday celebrations, setting up a push among MMA fans and MAGA supporters to get tickets. NBC News’ Jonathan Allen reports that President Donald Trump will handpick a lot of the 4,000 attendants, while the public will be able to watch a broadcast of the fight on the Ellipse. 
Mon, 11 May 2026 13:13:47 GMT
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