NBC Nightly News with Tom Llamas Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Feb 26, 2026
Reports on a deadly Cuba-Florida speedboat shootout and the U.S. response. Coverage of blizzard aftermath complicating rescue efforts in the Northeast. Scrutiny over missing FBI interview summaries tied to high-profile figures. Live reaction to a major presidential address focusing on the economy and immigration. Stories of dramatic rescues, an Omaha sinkhole, and a classroom kindness moment.
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Shootout Off Cuban Coast Raises Tensions
- A deadly shootout near Cuba involved a Florida-registered speedboat that Cuban officials say opened fire and left four dead and six injured.
- Marco Rubio emphasized the U.S. will independently verify events amid rising U.S.-Cuba tensions and U.S. oil restrictions on the island.
Blizzard Snow Hindered Rescue After Explosion
- Blizzard snow and another round of storms severely hampered emergency response in the Northeast, complicating hydrant access and gas shutoffs after a Taunton house explosion.
- Firefighters had to dig through deep snow to reach hydrants while crews struggled with narrow, plow-blocked roads.
Missing Epstein Interview Documents Highlight Gaps
- NBC found missing FBI interview summaries from an accuser who alleged assaults by Jeffrey Epstein and President Trump were not included in DOJ-released Epstein files.
- The DOJ says it produced all responsive documents but is reviewing files if anything was improperly withheld.