‘Somebody needs to do something’: GOP senators split as Tuberville demands McConnell answers

Sen. Tommy Tuberville, R-Ala., is calling for more information about Sen. Mitch McConnell’s, R-Ky., prolonged absence from the Senate, while Sen. John Kennedy, R-La., urged people to “leave Mitch alone” as questions about the Kentucky Republican’s health persist. “Somebody needs to do something,” Tuberville told Fox News Digital. “Somebody needs to come out.” McConnell finally … Read more

Key Takeaways From Day 1 of Todd Blanche Confirmation Hearing

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, President Donald Trump’s nominee for the permanent role, faced intense bipartisan questioning from lawmakers on Day One of his confirmation hearing. Pressed on his close relationship with Trump, Blanche insisted he is not a “yes man” for the president. NBC’s Hallie Jackson reports for TODAY.

US Military Will Test Troops’ Testosterone Levels, Hegseth Says

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Wednesday that the Pentagon will begin testing soldiers 30 and older for testosterone deficiency. The Defense Department declined to say whether there would be estrogen screenings for female service members. NBC’s Gabe Gutierrez reports for TODAY.

Brazil condemns US move to impose 25% tariffs next week

Trade office cites investigation of Brazilian trade practices while Marco Rubio says Lula’s policies ‘bad for Americans and bad for Brazilians’ Brazil has condemned the US decision to impose 25% tariffs on certain Brazilian products, after the Trump administration found a range of what it deemed unfair trade practices by the South American country. “The … Read more

The Open 2026: golf updates from day one at Royal Birkdale – live

️Updates from the first-round action at Royal Birkdale️Ewan Murray’s preview | Official leaderboard | Mail Scott The opening tee shot will be taken by Matthew Baldwin. The 40-year-old is born and Southport bred, and started playing golf at the age of three when his grandfather took him out to a local field. A huge ovation … Read more