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Meet the Press

NBC News
Donald Trump
Iran
Ukraine
Trump Administration
Israel
Joe Biden
Government Shutdown
Gaza
Congress
Tariffs
Biden Administration
Republican Party
President Trump
Immigration Policy
Democratic Party
Nikki Haley
Supreme Court
Venezuela
United States
Hamas

NBC News’ Meet the Press is the longest-running television show in history. If it’s Sunday, it’s Meet the Press with Kristen Welker. Meet the Press NOW airs weekdays at 4PM ET on NBC News NOW.

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Voters head to the polls in key primary races, including in Maine where Graham Platner (D) is looking to secure the Democratic nomination for Senate despite recent scandals. President Trump accuses Iran of shooting down a U.S. helicopter near the Str... more

President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hold a phone call after Israel and Iran trade strikes for the first time since April’s ceasefire. President Trump abruptly ends NBC's "Meet the Press" interview after being challenged on h... more

Kristen Welker sits down exclusively with President Donald Trump to talk about the economy, the war with Iran and the path to peace. Ashley Etienne, Marc Short and Carol Lee join the roundtable.

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Republican lawmakers grapple with how to push back against Trump’s priorities as the president visits Wisconsin. Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-Mich.) joins Meet the Press NOW as House Democrats rebuke Trump’s foreign policy agenda on Ukraine and Iran. NBC N... more

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Recent Guests

Lee Gelernt
Attorney with the ACLU and deputy director of the ACLU's Immigrants' Rights Project
ACLU
Episode: Meet the Press NOW — June 5
David Noriega
NBC correspondent reporting from the border
NBC News
Episode: Meet the Press NOW — June 5
Monica Alba
White House correspondent for NBC News
NBC News
Episode: Meet the Press NOW — June 5
Ken Delaney
NBC's justice and intelligence correspondent
NBC News
Episode: Meet the Press NOW — June 5
Josh Stein
Attorney General of North Carolina and Democratic nominee for governor
North Carolina State Government
Episode: Meet the Press NOW — June 4
Douglas Nicholls
Republican mayor of Yuma, Arizona
City of Yuma
Episode: Meet the Press NOW — June 4
Saikat Chakrabarti
Democratic candidate and former AOC staffer, running in San Francisco—discussed as guest on race and policy
Justice Democrats
Episode: Meet the Press NOW — June 1
Andy Beshear
Governor of Kentucky
Democratic Party
Episode: May 31 — Fmr. VP Mike Pence and Gov. Andy Beshear
Mike Pence
Former Vice President of the United States
Republican Party
Episode: May 31 — Fmr. VP Mike Pence and Gov. Andy Beshear

Hosts

Kristen Welker
Host of Meet the Press NOW, NBC News
Ryan Nobles
Host of Meet the Press NOW, NBC News

Reviews

3.7 out of 5 stars from 4.5k ratings
  • Pence’s Conservativism is Extinct

    The movement is lousy with authoritarians and crypto-fascists. The movement once had to chase out the Birchers and Anti-Semites; it now has to rid itself of the pestilence of grifters, ersatz Christians, thugs and Flat Earthers.

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    Richard the Deep Breather
    United States9 days ago
  • Just a opinion

    All these politicians are giving their opinions ………. But absolutely nothing gets resolved

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    NYChoreographer
    United Statesa month ago
  • Epstein Files

    Why isn’t your program riding herd in this ? Coverage is terrible.

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    Actual US Citizen
    United Statesa month ago
  • Re-Asking Questions

    Kristin, You’ need to tall over Mike waltz. He wants to do a monologue.

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    3
    Debbie in AZ
    United States2 months ago
  • Clear, Steady, and Worth Your Time: Why Meet the Press NOW Works

    I’ve recently become a regular listener to Meet the Press NOW, and it has quickly earned a spot in my daily routine. As the weekday extension of NBC’s long-running Meet the Press franchise, it carries forward a legacy of serious, fact-based political journalism while adapting effectively to a faster, digital-first news cycle. 

    What stands out is the program’s discipline. In an environment where much of cable and online news leans toward heat over light, Meet the Press NOW delivers concise, ba... more

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    sullyhome
    United States3 months ago

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A number of listeners value the show's international and domestic policy balance, though reactions to interview tactics vary.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

May 31 — Fmr. VP Mike Pence and Gov. Andy Beshear
Q: You've written about the need to return to conservative principles in the face of populism. How would you define the path back to those principles in a time of political churn?
Pence argues for reaffirming core beliefs such as limited government, strong national leadership, and a focus on traditional values, while pushing back against populist policies that expand government scope and threaten fiscal discipline.
May 24 — Reps. Thomas Massie and Ro Khanna, plus Reshma Saujani
Q: What explains Massie's defeat and what does it mean for party dynamics?
Khanna described Massie as a real friend and a principled lawmaker who challenged powerful interests with bipartisan efforts like the Epstein Transparency Act, suggesting his defeat reflects political power struggles and the costs of taking on entrenched interests.
May 24 — Reps. Thomas Massie and Ro Khanna, plus Reshma Saujani
Q: Would you support a short-term deal on Iran that doesn't directly address the nuclear program?
Khanna indicated support for negotiation and a negotiated end to the war, suggesting a short-term deal could be acceptable if it advances ending the conflict, with parallel efforts to address broader terms.
Here’s the Scoop: Supreme Court Edition, Ep 2: Who gets to play school sports?
Q: What was your strategy in presenting the case before the Court?
The strategy combined presenting a logical argument that firing someone for being transgender is discrimination based on sex with the broader aim of showing how statutory text can be read to protect transgender individuals, while also addressing the social context and avoiding over-promising on bathroom-related questions.
Here’s the Scoop: Supreme Court Edition, Ep 2: Who gets to play school sports?
Q: What do you tell your law students is the single most important key to success before the High Court?
The most important factor is writing excellent briefs and presenting a solid, well-supported argument, rather than relying solely on oral advocacy. Preparation and the strength of the written record often drive outcomes just as much as courtroom performance.

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What is Meet the Press about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A fast-paced, interview-driven political program that blends on-location reporting, expert analysis, and one-on-one conversations with lawmakers, journalists, and policy professionals. Central themes across episodes include U.S. domestic politics, foreign policy, elections, and public policy challenges, with a steady emphasis on accountability, credible journalism, and clear explanations of complex issues. Notable strengths include a disciplined, concise format, a credible mix of insiders and subject-matter experts, and a track record of timely coverage on breaking political events and policy debates. For potential listeners, it's a solid fit if you want current affairs delivered with context, practical insights, and a newsroom-style approa... more

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2. David Noriega
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4. Ken Delaney
5. Josh Stein
6. Douglas Nicholls
7. Saikat Chakrabarti
8. Andy Beshear

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