NBC News · Meet the Press NOW — May 18

1. 1. Authorities responded to a breaking news report of an active shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego in the Claremont area, with initial reports indicating multiple people were down inside the mosque.
2. 2. Law enforcement confirmed that two suspects were shot dead, neutralizing the immediate threat, though the full extent of casualties among the innocent was still unknown.
3. 3. The Imam of the San Diego mosque posted on Facebook that none of the staff or children inside the center were injured in the attempted shooting, leading to speculation about how the attack was thwarted.
4. 4. Former President Trump successfully exerted his influence in a Louisiana Republican primary, leading to the defeat of incumbent Senator Bill Cassidy, who was accused of disloyalty for his impeachment trial vote.
5. 5. Despite President Trump's strong criticism and endorsement of his opponent, Congressman Tom Massie expressed confidence in winning his Kentucky primary, suggesting limits to Trump's power in certain unique districts.
6. 6. In Georgia's Senate primary, former football coach Derek Douly campaigned as a political outsider, focusing on common sense and Georgia values, despite not receiving an endorsement from President Trump.
7. 7. President Trump announced a temporary halt to planned military attacks on Iran, claiming serious negotiations are underway, after earlier threats of renewed strikes.