Why longtime Trump ally and former Republican Gov. Paul LePage is aiming for a political comeback

Former two-term Republican Gov. of Maine Paul LePage says his ally President Donald Trump is a top reason why he's trying for a political comeback and launching a bid for Congress ... Read More

Trump speaks on economic worries and roils foreign elections: From the Politics Desk

Welcome to the online version of From the Politics Desk, an evening newsletter that brings you the NBC News Politics team’s latest reporting and analysis from the White House, Capitol Hill and the ... Read More

Why Trump waited to make his move on Mike Waltz: From the Politics Desk

Welcome to the online version of From the Politics Desk, an evening newsletter that brings you the NBC News Politics team’s latest reporting and analysis from the White House, C ... Read More

What Pope Leo XIV has posted on social media about politics, Trump administration

Hints as to what postures Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Prevost, might take on some of the most controversial issues roiling the U.S. may come from his recent activity on social media​. Read More

Trump nominates Waltz for high-level post after ousting him as national security advisor

President Donald Trump announced former national security advisor Mike Waltz as his choice to serve as ambassador to the U.N. after Rep. Elise Stefanik withdrew her nomination amid concern over the ... Read More

Trump tries to evade blame as he feels economic pressure: From the Politics Desk

President Donald Trump promised to deliver lower prices and economic prosperity on his first day in office. Now, amid a series of negative economic indicators 100 days in, he’s seeking to reframe some ... Read More

National Politics

President Donald Trump says he doubts Russia’s Vladimir Putin wants to end his war in ... Read More

Today in Politics: Why the all-party meeting to discuss Operation Sindoor is important

The Congress Working Committee (CWC), the party’s highest decision-making body, declared “full support” to the armed forces saying it was “time to be united”. Other parties too have spoken similarly ... Read More

Protests, Police, and Politics at Columbia University Take the National Spotlight Again: What to Know

New York police intervened after pro-Palestinian demonstrators occupied the university’s main library Wednesday evening. Read More

A Flashing Economic Warning and a Sharp Political Jolt

The report that the economy contracted in the first quarter underscored how much President Trump has at risk as he pursues an aggressive trade war. Read More

Biggest Political Battles of 2026 Taking Shape

As retirement announcements accelerate and key races begin to take shape, the 2026 political landscape is emerging, with high-stakes battles for Senate succession, a razor-thin House majority, and ... Read More