Morning Rundown: U.N. Vote on Russia-Ukraine War and Lester Holt's Departure from 'Nightly News'

Key Headlines for Today:

• Republican lawmakers plan to address constituents' frustrations with Elon Musk over government job cuts.

• The U.S. clashes with Ukraine and European allies over a U.N. resolution on the Russia-Ukraine war.

• Lester Holt to step down from NBC Nightly News this summer.

GOP to Musk: Show More Compassion

At town halls across the U.S., voters expressed anger over budget cuts and layoffs at the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), many blaming Elon Musk, who has been closely linked to the department's cost-cutting initiatives.

Rep. Rich McCormick (R-GA) plans to directly address Musk, recalling a past conversation where Musk suggested Republicans should show more compassion. McCormick now plans to use Musk’s own words in urging him to soften his approach.

Rep. Scott Fitzgerald (R-WI) said he will seek more clarity from the Trump administration on the federal job cuts, after constituents demanded answers. Some lawmakers have been caught off guard by the lack of communication on DOGE’s moves.

Not all Republicans, however, are concerned. Rep. Kevin Hern (R-OK) dismissed the uproar, saying, “People just don’t like Elon, but I haven’t heard anyone say they don’t want cuts.”

U.S. at Odds with Ukraine and Europe Over U.N. Vote

The United Nations is set to vote on a resolution regarding the Russia-Ukraine war, but tensions are rising between the U.S., Ukraine, and major European allies over its wording and implications.

Details on the resolution and the U.S.'s stance remain unclear, but diplomatic sources suggest that Washington's approach differs from that of Kyiv and key European nations, adding strain to international relations.

Lester Holt to Step Down from NBC Nightly News

After nearly a decade as the anchor of NBC Nightly News, Lester Holt has announced he will step down this summer. Holt, a veteran journalist, has been one of the most trusted voices in news, covering major global events with integrity and professionalism. NBC has yet to announce his successor, but his departure marks the end of an era for the network.

Stay tuned for more updates throughout the day!

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