NBC Nightly News with Tom Llamas Monday, August 4, 2025
Aug 5, 2025
Texas lawmakers face a political standoff as Democrats flee to block a controversial gerrymandering bill, raising tensions in the state. Severe weather, including wildfires and heat, poses health risks nationwide. A dramatic near-miss between a boat and a 20-foot whale off the Jersey Shore captures attention. Meanwhile, tick populations surge, causing health concerns and increased ER visits. Internationally, a volcanic eruption in Russia unfolds alongside a touching birthday celebration of a great-grandmother in Ireland.
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Texas Democrats Flee to Block Bill
- Texas Democrats fled the state to block a Republican redistricting bill, halting legislative work.
- Republicans issued arrest warrants to compel Democrats back, intensifying statewide political conflict.
Nation Faces Wildfires and Heat
- Massive wildfires out west and smoke from Canada worsened air quality across many U.S. states.
- Extreme heat advisories affected major cities, intensifying health and safety risks nationally.
Political Probes and Jobs Data Doubts
- Trump administration escalates probe into Obama-era Russia investigation, targeting officials.
- White House defends firing federal jobs data official amid claims of rigged employment numbers.