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Trump to make critical primetime address

President Trump is set to make a critical primetime address to the nation. He’s expected to make the case for his pressure campaign on Venezuela’s authoritarian regime, and tout accomplishments on the border and in the Mideast. The speech comes as polls shows most Americans are dissatisfied with his performance on the economy. NBC News’ Peter Alexander reports.  

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President Trump is set to make a critical primetime address to the nation. He’s expected to make the case for his pressure campaign on Venezuela’s authoritarian regime, and tout accomplishments on the border and in the Mideast. The speech comes as polls shows most Americans are dissatisfied with his performance on the economy. NBC News’ Peter Alexander reports.  
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Nick Reiner makes first court appearance for charges connected to parents’ murders

In a brief court appearance, Nick Reiner wore shackles and a protective vest. The judge agreed to his lawyer’s request to push his arraignment until next month. It comes as two of the Reiners’ children are breaking their silence about the brutal slaying of their parents. NBC News’ Morgan Chesky reports.

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In a brief court appearance, Nick Reiner wore shackles and a protective vest. The judge agreed to his lawyer’s request to push his arraignment until next month. It comes as two of the Reiners’ children are breaking their silence about the brutal slaying of their parents. NBC News’ Morgan Chesky reports.
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New details in Brown University shooting investigation

The search for a person of interest is intensifying in Providence, Rhode Island as authorities release a new image of an individual they say could have relevant information to the investigation. NBC News’ Erin McLaughlin reports from the scene.

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The search for a person of interest is intensifying in Providence, Rhode Island as authorities release a new image of an individual they say could have relevant information to the investigation. NBC News’ Erin McLaughlin reports from the scene.
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Two families sue Meta over teens' deaths by suicide, citing 'sextortion' scams

The families of two boys who died by suicide filed a lawsuit against Meta, alleging that the company ignored the rising danger of sexual blackmail on Instagram.

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Tricia Maciejewski said she did not think it would be possible for a total stranger to message her 13-year-old son on Instagram.

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Tricia Maciejewski said she did not think it would be possible for a total stranger to message her 13-year-old son on Instagram.

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Tricia Maciejewski said she did not think it would be possible for a total stranger to message her 13-year-old son on Instagram.

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Tricia Maciejewski said she did not think it would be possible for a total stranger to message her 13-year-old son on Instagram.

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Tricia Maciejewski said she did not think it would be possible for a total stranger to message her 13-year-old son on Instagram.

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Tricia Maciejewski said she did not think it would be possible for a total stranger to message her 13-year-old son on Instagram.

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Tricia Maciejewski said she did not think it would be possible for a total stranger to message her 13-year-old son on Instagram.

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Tricia Maciejewski said she did not think it would be possible for a total stranger to message her 13-year-old son on Instagram.
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Chairman Carr says FCC is 'not an independent agency'

While being questioned by Sen. Ben Ray Luján, D-N.M., FCC Chair Brendan Carr said the regulatory body is "not an independent agency," despite being shown the website page that said they were.

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While being questioned by Sen. Ben Ray Luján, D-N.M., FCC Chair Brendan Carr said the regulatory body is "not an independent agency," despite being shown the website page that said they were.
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Special Report: Nick Reiner makes first court appearance for murder charges

Nick Reiner has made his first appearance in court after he was charged with the murder of his parents Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner. The Los Angeles County District Attorney said Nick used a knife to allegedly kill his parents. The charges carry a maximum sentence of life or even the death penalty. NBC News' Misty Marris reports on what happens next in the case.

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Nick Reiner has made his first appearance in court after he was charged with the murder of his parents Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner. The Los Angeles County District Attorney said Nick used a knife to allegedly kill his parents. The charges carry a maximum sentence of life or even the death penalty. NBC News' Misty Marris reports on what happens next in the case.
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Jack Smith tells Congress he could prove Trump engaged in scheme to overturn 2020 election

WASHINGTON — Former special counsel Jack Smith told a congressional committee Wednesday that his team found "proof beyond a reasonable doubt” that President Donald Trump engaged in a “criminal scheme” to overturn the results of the 2020 election, according to parts of his opening statement obtained by NBC News

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Trump Orders Blockade of All Sanctioned Oil Tankers in Venezuela

President Donald Trump is preparing for a primetime address to the nation as he ratchets up his pressure campaign against Venezuela’s authoritarian regime, ordering a complete blockade of all sanctioned oil tankers going in and out of the South American country. This comes amid fallout over a controversial series of interviews with Trump’s chief of staff Susie Wiles published in Vanity Fair. NBC’s Garrett Haake report for TODAY.

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President Donald Trump is preparing for a primetime address to the nation as he ratchets up his pressure campaign against Venezuela’s authoritarian regime, ordering a complete blockade of all sanctioned oil tankers going in and out of the South American country. This comes amid fallout over a controversial series of interviews with Trump’s chief of staff Susie Wiles published in Vanity Fair. NBC’s Garrett Haake report for TODAY.
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Flooding and freezing temperatures in Gaza baby's life

Torrential rain has turned Gaza’s tent cities into rivers, killed at least a dozen people and washed away hopes that a ceasefire that has lasted two months would substantially improve the quality of life for millions of displaced people. Among those who have died is an 8-month-old baby girl. NBC News' Matt Bradley reports.

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Torrential rain has turned Gaza’s tent cities into rivers, killed at least a dozen people and washed away hopes that a ceasefire that has lasted two months would substantially improve the quality of life for millions of displaced people. Among those who have died is an 8-month-old baby girl. NBC News' Matt Bradley reports.
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The Children’s Pastor: The 40-year mission to stop a preacher accused of raping children

NBC News follows a group of women who allege they were sexually abused by their former pastor as children. Now, decades later, they’ve reunited and found the courage to speak out, determined to stop the alleged predator from harming others.

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NBC News follows a group of women who allege they were sexually abused by their former pastor as children. Now, decades later, they’ve reunited and found the courage to speak out, determined to stop the alleged predator from harming others.
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Rob Reiner's Son Charged With Murder as New Details Emerge

Nick Reiner has officially been charged with the murder of his parents, Hollywood legend Rob Reiner and his wife Michele. Newly obtained surveillance footage verified by NBC News shows Nick Reiner walking into a gas station before being arrested in downtown Los Angeles. NBC’s Morgan Chesky reports for TODAY.

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Nick Reiner has officially been charged with the murder of his parents, Hollywood legend Rob Reiner and his wife Michele. Newly obtained surveillance footage verified by NBC News shows Nick Reiner walking into a gas station before being arrested in downtown Los Angeles. NBC’s Morgan Chesky reports for TODAY.
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Bondi Beach shooting suspect charged with terrorism and 15 counts of murder

Australian authorities on Wednesday charged the surviving suspect in the Bondi Beach shooting with 59 offenses, including terrorism and 15 counts of murder

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Rabbi Yehoram Ulman, center, father-in-law of Rabbi Eli Schlanger, weeps following his funeral at the Chabad of Bondi Synagogue on Wednesday.

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Floral tributes at the promenade of Bondi Beach on Wednesday.
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Trump orders blockade of oil tankers entering and leaving Venezuela

President Trump announced a blockade of all "sanctioned oil tankers" entering and leaving Venezuela. NBC News' Melanie Zanona breaks down the latest announcement. 

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President Trump announced a blockade of all "sanctioned oil tankers" entering and leaving Venezuela. NBC News' Melanie Zanona breaks down the latest announcement. 
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DA’s office and former medical examiner recant Shaken Baby diagnosis as man serves life in prison

The original detective said there wasn’t a thorough investigation. The former medical examiner says his original diagnosis of Shaken Baby Syndrome was incorrect. And the District Attorney’s office that charged Russell and Kaye Maze now say they are innocent. But Russell is still serving a life sentence for the murder of his infant son 25 years ago. NBC News’ Dan Slepian reports.

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The original detective said there wasn’t a thorough investigation. The former medical examiner says his original diagnosis of Shaken Baby Syndrome was incorrect. And the District Attorney’s office that charged Russell and Kaye Maze now say they are innocent. But Russell is still serving a life sentence for the murder of his infant son 25 years ago. NBC News’ Dan Slepian reports.
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Trump defends WH chief of staff over new interview

President Trump defended White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles after her surprising new interview in Vanity Fair. NBC News’ Peter Alexander reports.

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President Trump defended White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles after her surprising new interview in Vanity Fair. NBC News’ Peter Alexander reports.
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Rob Reiner’s son charged with his parents’ murders

The Los Angeles district attorney announced Nick Reiner has been charged with two counts of first degree murder for the brutal slayings of his parents. Police say the couple’s bodies were found in their bedroom and their son was taken into custody without incident. NBC News’ Morgan Chesky reports.

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The Los Angeles district attorney announced Nick Reiner has been charged with two counts of first degree murder for the brutal slayings of his parents. Police say the couple’s bodies were found in their bedroom and their son was taken into custody without incident. NBC News’ Morgan Chesky reports.
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What issues matter most to Americans right now?

Steve Kornacki breaks down the latest NBC News Decision Desk Poll and the issues that matter most to Americans. The poll was conducted Nov. 20-Dec. 8 and surveyed 20,252 adults nationwide online.

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Steve Kornacki breaks down the latest NBC News Decision Desk Poll and the issues that matter most to Americans. The poll was conducted Nov. 20-Dec. 8 and surveyed 20,252 adults nationwide online.
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