Aug 23, 2026

A fast-moving wildfire in Nevada is forcing some residents in the Reno area to evacuate. Nevada's governor declared a state of emergency after the Hawk Fire spread quickly on Saturday, threatening homes and other structures. President Donald Trump is preparing to carry out what he's calling unprecedented economic warfare against Iran as military attacks between the two countries drag on. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is planning to detail on Monday the steps the U.S. will take and what they will expect of its allies. NBC's Yamiche Alcindor reports for Sunday TODAY. Racing fans are descending on Washington, D.C. for the first-ever Indy Car race through the streets of the nation's capital. The Freedom 250 Grand Prix is being held to honor America's 250th birthday. Meet the Press moderator Kristen Welker joins Sunday TODAY's Willie Geist to discuss how Republicans are feeling about the midterm elections as affordability continues to be the no.1 issue for voters and races in states like Texas move to toss-ups. "No Democrat has won the senate seat there since the 1980s. Could this cycle be different? That's one of the big questions and could determine control of the senate and ultimately the House as well," Kristen says. Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle along with their two young children will move back to the U.K., six years after fleeing the monarchy for California. Even King Charles reportedly was surprised by the news of the moves that has reignited curiosity about the awkward dynamics inside the royal family. NBC's Raf Sanchez reports in this week's Sunday Focus. Tennis great Serena Williams will team up with men's star Carlos Alcaraz for a mixed doubles match at the U.S. Open in New York. Williams recently returned to competition after stepping away from the sport in 2022.