Sunday TODAY with Willie Geist S2025E4: January 26, 2025

Overview

President Trump is facing mounting criticism after firing 18 inspectors general from federal agencies that were tasked with monitoring fraud, waste and abuse. This comes after the confirmation of two of Trump's high-profile cabinet picks and a slate of controversial nominees set to face confirmations hearings this week. NBC's Vaughn Hillyard reports for Sunday TODAY. Trump carried out deportations during his first week in office while promising raids in major cities like Chicago. NBC's Gabe Gutierrez reports for Sunday TODAY. Meet the Press moderator Kristen Welker joins Sunday TODAY's Willie Geist to discuss the reports that Republicans lawmakers may face pressure to get behind the remaining Trump cabinet nominees. The CIA issued a statement saying the COVID-19 virus likely originated from a Chinese lab, but it noted it has "low confidence" in its conclusion. A pair of giant pandas made their highly anticipated American debut at the Smithsonian's National Zoo in Washington, D.C. This marks the return of a tradition between the United States and China that dates back more than 50 years. NBC's Tom Costello reports in this week's Sunday Spotlight. The Super Bowl stage is almost set with the Kansas City Chiefs facing the Buffalo Bills in the AFC championship for a chance at their third consecutive Super Bowl title while the Washington Commanders take on the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFC championship. NBC's Sam Brock reports for Sunday TODAY.