Kelly O'Donnell

Excited to build on my White House coverage and political reporting with this my new role at NBC News. Grateful for the chance to tell stories that reflect this important part of American life. deadline.com/2025/05/kelly-…

WH announced a new diagnosis regarding the president's health.

White House official today says leadership at DOJ and FBI "will continue in lockstep." “President Trump has assembled an incredible team of Law and Order patriots who are committed to Making America Safe Again and restoring the integrity of our criminal justice system. Attorney…

White House Sends Statement from Secretary of State Marco Rubio   “Tonight, Israel took unilateral action against Iran. We are not involved in strikes against Iran and our top priority is protecting American forces in the region. Israel advised us that they believe this action…

Another exchange with the president tonight about his views on rules of engagement for military in LA.

As part of the White House press pool, I asked the president about de-escalating tensions with ⁦@CAgovernor⁩ and concerns about potential for something going wrong with military presence.

My report this morning...

Congratulations and good wishes to the incomparable ⁦@LesterHoltNBC⁩ who has been a calm and sure voice at ⁦@NBCNightlyNews⁩. Thank you for your decade of leadership and years of friendship.

The PSA blood test is generally recommended for men age 55-69 years. Experts say men over 70 may show higher levels due to age but not cancer. Pres. Biden was beyond that recommended age which may account for why the tests were not recently done.

BIDEN HEALTH: A spokesperson for the former president -- "President Biden's last known PSA was in 2014. Prior to Friday, President Biden had never been diagnosed with prostate cancer."

Breaking: Former President Joe Biden diagnosed with cancer. His office provided this statement: Last week, President Joe Biden was seen for a new finding of a prostate nodule after experiencing increasing urinary symptoms. On Friday he was diagnosed with prostate cancer,…

Pope Leo’s brother John has made his way to Rome from Chicago. Only on ⁦@nbcchicago⁩

Pope Leo XIV made the broadcast while at Game 1 of the 2005 World Series

White smoke!

I believe in the @WHCA and it's mission to support journalists who cover the White House as it has since 1914. Tonight we celebrate the First Amendment, award winning work from the last year and lift up student scholars. We believe in a free press that operates separately,…

My report tonight.... Sources say Hegseth shared military information in second Signal chat. This time with wife and brother nbcnews.com/nightly-news/v… via @nbcnews

During his U.S. visit ten years ago, Pope Francis stopped his motorcade to greet this boy in a wheelchair. His love of the vulnerable was a hallmark of his papacy and a lasting legacy. This is a short video clip of the moment that I saved.

Returning to OKC is always meaningful. America marks 30 years since Oklahoma City Bombing. My thanks to all those who have let us share their stories over these three decades. Watch our story. nbcnews.com/nightly-news/v… via @nbcnews

Meaningful day in Oklahoma City where families, first responders, community and President Clinton remember the lives lost and changed by the 1995 federal building bombing. #OKC30

In April 1995, I was part of ⁦@NBCNews⁩ coverage of what was the worst homeland terror attack. The OKC community embraced us warmly. We witnessed their deep heartbreak. Covering two federal trials, the memorial opening and milestone anniversaries followed. We remember.