NTD Evening News Full Broadcast (May 24)
Episode description
President Donald Trump on Saturday delivered his first military commencement address since returning to office, commending graduates at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point for choosing a life of service. He described the moment as part of a “golden age” for the nation and highlighted reforms underway in the military.
Trump on Friday night announced a new partnership between U.S. Steel and Japanese steelmaker Nippon Steel. He said the deal would keep U.S. Steel’s headquarters in Pittsburgh, create at least 70,000 jobs, and contribute $14 billion to the U.S. economy.
Meanwhile, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has confirmed cases of a new COVID-19 variant linked to rising infections in parts of Asia. A report from the University of Minnesota identifies the NB.1.8.1 variant as a key factor behind recent surges in those regions.