NBC Nightly News with Tom Llamas Saturday, March 29, 2025
Mar 29, 2025
A tragic earthquake in Southeast Asia has left over 1,600 dead, prompting urgent rescue operations. Meanwhile, political tensions rise with interviews concerning national security and funding protests. The battle against fentanyl trafficking takes center stage, with Phoenix highlighted as a major entry point. In a lighter turn, heartwarming community stories reveal the joy of collective support and acts of kindness. Amidst it all, there's a humorous nod to America's obsession with chicken wings and celery!
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Earthquake in Southeast Asia
- A 7.7 magnitude earthquake devastated Southeast Asia, with the epicenter in Myanmar.
- The death toll in Myanmar exceeded 1,600, with Thailand also experiencing significant damage, including a high-rise collapse in Bangkok.
Plane Crash and Near Miss
- A small plane crashed into a Minnesota home after departing from Iowa, with no survivors.
- This incident follows a near-miss at Reagan National Airport involving a Delta plane and military jets.
Hegseth Controversy
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces scrutiny for a Signal group chat discussing a U.S. military strike and for his wife's presence at sensitive meetings with foreign officials.
- President Trump defended Hegseth and National Security Advisor Mike Waltz, calling the matter "fake news."