Sunday TODAY with Willie Geist S09E11 - December 8, 2024

Syrian rebel forces have overtaken the capital city of Damascus and toppled the Assad regime that has ruled Syria for generations. Russian officials have confirmed President Bashar Al-Assad has resigned and fled the country. NBC's Raf Sanchez reports for Sunday TODAY. Police continue the search for the suspected shooter in the killing of the UnitedHealthcare CEO on a New York City Street. The NYPD released two new images of the person of interest. NBC's Tom Winter reports for Sunday TODAY. President-elect Trump met with French President Emmanuel Macron along with Ukraine's President Zelenskyy ahead of the official reopening of the Notre Dame cathedral. Back in the U.S., Trump's pick for defense secretary Pete Hegseth is still trying to win over Republican senators. NBC's Vaughn Hillyard reports for Sunday TODAY. Meet the Press moderator Kristen Welker joins Sunday TODAY's Willie Geist with a preview of her extensive interview with President-elect Trump and his response to pardons for Jan. 6 Capitol rioters, President Biden's pardon of his son Hunter and more. Willie Geist wraps up Sunday TODAY by sharing mug shots sent in by viewers. This week, Willie gives a shout out to Ashley and David welcoming their baby girl in New Orleans! To share your photos, use #SundayTODAY on social media.