Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy, who’s been at odds with Trump, lost his primary this weekend. It comes as the president is targeting other political foes ahead of midterms, with another primary fight set for this week. NBC’s Julie Tsirkin reports.
Sun, 17 May 2026 22:55:29 GMT
Thousands gathered on the National Mall on Sunday for a day of prayer, worship music and patriotic speeches for an event celebrating the nation’s 250th anniversary that supporters hail as a public affirmation of faith in America but critics view as an exclusionary display that blurs the line between religion and politics.
Mon, 18 May 2026 00:58:58 GMT
Organizers with “Freedom 250,” a group aligned with President Trump, said thousands of people turned out on Sunday for a massive prayer rally in the heart of Washington. Critics raised concerns about the lack of religious diversity at the event, with nearly every speaker and performer focused on Christianity. NBC News’ Gary Grumbach reports.
Sun, 17 May 2026 22:55:53 GMT
Sen. Bill Cassidy’s primary loss on Saturday brings to an end a two-decade career in public office that was ultimately defined by tensions with President Donald Trump
Sun, 17 May 2026 03:35:10 GMT
Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., called for more U.S. military action in Iran, saying the ongoing stalemate in the war is “hurting us all.”
Sun, 17 May 2026 14:14:18 GMT