Kevin Brooks
Journalist & Contributor
Transportation Policy Correspondent covering aviation, rail safety, and public transit funding.
Latest Reporting
Air India Crash Families' Year-Long Battle to Identify Remains of Victims
Relatives of Air India crash victims demand answers from Indian authorities as they receive misidentified and mixed remains.
Federal Authorities Investigate Giant '8647' Markings on National Mall
A mysterious display of giant numbers on the National Mall has sparked a federal investigation, with authorities seeking to determine the intentions behind the enigmatic message.
Trump's Pick for Intel Chief Could Imperil a Key U.S. Spy Tool
Bill Pulte's appointment has scrambled talks to renew a spy tool known as FISA 702, as lawmakers in both parties have been vocal about his lack of national security experience and role as a Trump loyalist.
Trump's T1 Phone Exposed: A Tale of Uncanny Resemblance
NBC News' investigation reveals that Trump Mobile's T1 phone bears an uncanny resemblance to the HTC U24 Pro, raising questions about the authenticity of Trump's claims.
Jimmy Kimmel Calls a Technical Foul on Trump's Apparent Game 3 Nap
Late night host Jimmy Kimmel takes aim at former President Trump, accusing him of shutting down a major US city to take a nap in front of a sold-out crowd at the NBA finals.
Navy Admiral Fired by Hegseth Advances to Runoff to Replace Mace
Nancy Lacore, a former Navy admiral fired by Pete Hegseth, has secured a spot in the runoff election to replace Representative Nancy Mace in South Carolina's 1st congressional district.
SpaceX's Stock Market Blast-Off: A Gamble that Could Alter the Course of History
Elon Musk's SpaceX is poised to make its stock market debut, a move that could transform the company, the wider market, and Musk's fortune.
House Approves Labor-Friendly Bill with Support from 20 Republicans
The House has approved a bill to slash the time it takes for newly unionized workers to get a first contract.
House Defies Johnson and Passes Democratic-Led Labor Bill
In a surprising move, the House of Representatives has passed a bill to amend the National Labor Relations Act, bucking Speaker Mike Johnson's leadership and joining forces with Democrats.
Crew Rescued After U.S. Helicopter Goes Down Near Strait of Hormuz
A U.S. helicopter has crashed near the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway in the Middle East, prompting a rescue operation and raising concerns about the fragile cease-fire in the region.