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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.

Episodes

Meet the Press NOW — May 29

An appeals court temporarily reinstates most of President Trump's tariffs after the White House lashed at the trade court that struck them down. International trade law & policy attorney Timothy Brightbill discusses whether the Trump administration will take its tariff fight to the Supreme Court. A federal judge allows Harvard University to continue enrolling international students as the case makes its way through the courts. Elon Musk announces his official departure from his role as a spe...

May 29, 202550 min

Meet the Press NOW — May 28

Rep. Greg Casar (D-Texas), chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus, argues that Elon Musk will remain active in government despite President Trump saying the billionaire would likely be leaving his administration within months. Vice President JD Vance touts crypto deregulations at a Bitcoin event. FDA Commissioner Marty Makary speaks with NBC News after HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announces a major change to Covid vaccine guidance.

May 28, 202550 min

Meet the Press NOW — May 27

The Trump administration threatens to cut its government contracts with Harvard University. Former Secretary of Education under President Obama, Arne Duncan, joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss President Trump’s fight against higher education. The FBI reopens several Biden-era investigations. Russia unleashes a large-scale attack on Ukraine.

May 27, 202550 min

Meet the Press NOW — May 26

Authorities respond after a car drove into a crowd of people during a parade in Liverpool, England. President Trump marks Memorial Day at Arlington National Cemetery as he lashes out at President Vladimir Putin for Russia’s latest attack on Ukraine. NBC News Correspondent Shaq Brewster examines how police departments across the country have changed 5 years since the murder of George Floyd.

May 26, 202550 min

May 25 - Lost & Lonely: America’s Mental Health Crisis

Former U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy, former Rep. Patrick J. Kennedy (D-R.I.) and Arthur Brooks join a special edition of Meet the Press on America’s mental health crisis. Lori Gottlieb, Nedra Glover Tawwab and Jean Twenge join the Meet the Press roundtable.

May 25, 202548 min

Meet the Press NOW — May 23

Markets fall as President Trump threatens to increase tariffs on Apple and the European Union. Former Chancellor of the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill Holden Thorp discusses his concerns over the Trump administration’s attack on higher education. Baylor College of Medicine Dean Dr. Peter Hotez explains the new COVID-19 vaccine formula and guidance from the FDA. NBC News White House Correspondent Yamiche Alcindor reports on the reality of Trump’s campaign promise to expand access to IVF...

May 23, 202550 min

Meet the Press NOW — May 22

President Trump and Health & Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. spoke at the White House about the release of a report that examines the root causes of chronic illness in children. The suspect in the deadly shooting of two Israeli embassy staffers is identified and charged. The Trump administration announces it is halting Harvard University's ability to enroll international students. House Republicans advance the president's sweeping tax and spending bill.

May 22, 202554 min

Meet the Press NOW — May 21

Rep. Gabe Evans (R-Colo.) discusses how President Donald Trump’s agenda bill will impact his constituents as GOP holdouts meet with the president at the White House. Trump confronts South African President Cyril Ramaphosa with unfounded claims of white genocide in his country during another Oval Office confrontation. NBC News’ Steve Kornacki and Tom Winter analyze the latest in the New York City mayoral race as the DOJ opens an investigation into former Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D-N.Y.).

May 21, 202551 min

Meet the Press NOW — May 20

President Trump unveils his multibillion-dollar Golden Dome missile defense system. The president stops by Capitol Hill to tell Republican holdouts to get in line behind sweeping legislation to enact his agenda. The Department of Justice charges a Democratic congresswoman from New Jersey, accusing her of assaulting federal agents outside an ICE detention center. Allies condemn Israel’s military expansion in the Gaza Strip.

May 20, 202554 min

Meet the Press NOW — May 19

President Trump holds high-stakes phone calls with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy as he looks to broker a ceasefire. Moody's downgrades the U.S. credit rating, citing concerns about the country's national debt. Former President Joe Biden is considering treatment options after announcing his cancer diagnosis. Rep. Brad Schneider (D-Ill.) joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss Democratic opposition to the Trump tax bill.

May 19, 202550 min

May 18 — Mike Pence, Sec. Scott Bessent and Sen. Chris Murphy

Former Vice President Mike Pence shares his views on the second Trump administration. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent responds to warnings from the world’s largest retailer about rising prices tied to President Trump’s tariffs. Sen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) weighs in on new revelations about former President Joe Biden’s health during the 2024 campaign.

May 18, 202548 min

Meet the Press NOW — May 16

The Supreme Court rules the Trump administration must give Venezuelans more time to challenge deportation under the Alien Enemies Act. Republican hardliners block President Trump’s tax bill in the House Budget Committee. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-Ill.) joins Meet the Press NOW to talk about the future of the Democratic Party. The Trump administration investigates former FBI Director James Comey over a deleted social media post.

May 16, 202553 min

Meet the Press NOW — May 15

President Trump says the U.S. and Iran are “close” to reaching a nuclear deal. The Supreme Court hears arguments on Trump’s executive order eliminating birthright citizenship. Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Bill Taylor discusses the status of the Russia-Ukraine ceasefire talks as Putin skips negotiations in Turkey.

May 15, 202550 min

Meet the Press NOW – May 14

Rep. Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) joins Meet the Press NOW as President Donald Trump defends his decision to accept a luxury jet from Qatar. Rep. Brendan Boyle (D-Pa.) weighs in on an effort to force an impeachment vote against President Donald Trump in the GOP-led House. Susan Page, Michael LaRosa and Matt Gorman discuss new details about former President Joe Biden’s health during the 2024 campaign.

May 14, 202550 min

Meet the Press NOW — May 13

President Trump kicks off his first major foreign trip as he looks to strengthen ties between the United States and Saudi Arabia. Rep. Greg Murphy (R-N.C.) joins Meet the Press NOW as House lawmakers hold pivotal meetings on how to advance a bill to fund President Trump’s agenda. The United States Court of International Trade hears arguments in a case that could decide the fate of President Trump’s tariffs.

May 13, 202550 min

Meet the Press NOW — May 12

Stock markets rally after the White House announces a temporary reduction to tariffs on Chinese goods. Qatar offering a jet to the Trump administration raises questions about conflicts of interest and security concerns. Former Special Envoy to the Middle East Dennis Ross discusses the state of affairs in the region ahead of President Trump’s first foreign trip to Saudi Arabia. President Trump signs an executive order aiming to cut U.S. drug prices by at least 50 percent.

May 12, 202549 min

May 11 - Sen. John Barrasso, Sen. Amy Klobuchar and Sec. Sean Duffy

Sen. John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) talks about President Trump’s evolving tariff strategy amid U.S.-China talks. Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) reacts to former President Biden’s remarks on the 2024 race. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy addresses flight safety concerns after a brief communication lapse in Newark. Matt Gorman, Sahil Kapur, Carol Lee and Neera Tanden join the roundtable.

May 11, 202547 min

Meet the Press NOW — May 9

President Trump floats reducing China tariffs ahead of trade talks and suggests Congress raise taxes on top earners. Newark Airport suffers a communications and radar outage as safety concerns continue. Justice Allison Riggs joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss the results of the 2024 North Carolina Supreme Court race that came six months after Election Day. International Committee of the Red Cross Spokesperson Steve Dorsey explains the escalating crisis in Sudan.

May 09, 202551 min

Meet the Press NOW — May 8

Pope Leo XIV makes history after being elected the first American-born pontiff. Rep. Dan Goldman (D-N.Y.) joins Meet the Press NOW to discusses the ongoing clashes between President Trump and the courts. President Trump announces a framework for a trade deal with the United Kingdom.

May 08, 202550 min

Meet the Press NOW — May 7

House Democratic Caucus Vice Chair Rep. Ted Lieu (D-Calif.) defends the Democratic Party’s strategy for countering President Trump’s agenda. NBC News' Vaughn Hillyard and Christine Romans and CNBC's Steve Liesman report on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s warning of U.S. economic uncertainty as the Trump administration prepares for trade talks with China. Ravi Agrawal, editor in chief of Foreign Policy, discusses the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan....

May 07, 202550 min

Meet the Press NOW — May 6

President Trump meets Canada’s new Prime Minister Mark Carney for the first time at the White House. A new U.S. intelligence memo appears to undercut the Trump administration's argument to invoke the Alien Enemies Act as part of its sweeping deportation plans. Rep. Suzan DelBene (D-Wash.) joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss the Democratic Party’s strategy for taking on President Trump.

May 06, 202553 min

Meet the Press NOW — May 5

Kristen Welker sits down for an exclusive interview with President Donald Trump, covering topics including his strategy in dealing with CEOs, the price of goods, and upholding the Constitution as it relates to his deportation efforts. Rep. Byron Donals (R-Fla.) joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss the right to due process. Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-Mich.) joins Meet the Press NOW to talk about the economy and recession concerns.

May 05, 202551 min

May 4 – President Donald Trump

President Donald Trump joins Meet the Press for an exclusive and wide-ranging interview reflecting on the first 100 days of his second term and laying out his vision for the rest of his presidency – and the future of the MAGA movement.

May 04, 202548 min

Meet the Press NOW — May 2

The White House celebrates a stronger-than-expected jobs report. PBS President Paula Kerger explains the situation after President Trump signed executive orders to end federal funding for NPR and PBS. Humanitarian groups are scrambling to get assistance to war-torn Gaza, two months into an aid blockage.

May 02, 202555 min

Meet the Press NOW — May 1

John Bolton, national security adviser during President Trump’s first term, joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss the shakeup in the administration after Mike Waltz is ousted as national security adviser and tapped to be UN ambassador. Former Ambassador Bill Taylor reacts to minerals deal signed by the U.S. and Ukraine. A federal judge rules it is “unlawful” for the Trump administration to carry out deportations without due process using the Alien Enemies Act.

May 01, 202550 min

Meet the Press NOW — April 29

President Trump delivers remarks in Michigan to mark his 100th day in office as polls show the president underwater on key issues like his handling of the economy. Prime Minister Carney and his Liberal Party win Canada’s snap election against the backdrop of President Trump’s threats of tariffs and annexation. Republicans in Congress begin strategizing how they plan on passing a major bill to fund President Trump’s agenda.

Apr 29, 202552 min

Meet the Press NOW -- April 28

The White House escalates its focus on mass deportations as U.S. citizen children are swept up in parents’ deportation orders. President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy meet at the Vatican during a critical moment in the Russia-Ukraine war. California Attorney General Rob Bonta joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss California’s lawsuit to block Trump tariffs.

Apr 28, 202550 min

April 27 — Sec. Marco Rubio and Sen. Bernie Sanders

Secretary of State Marco Rubio joins exclusively after President Trump’s meeting with President Zelenskyy to broker a Russia-Ukraine peace deal. Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) weighs in on Trump’s tariff strategy amid growing fears of empty store shelves for U.S. consumers. Steve Kornacki breaks down new polling showing warning signs for Trump on the economy. Lanhee Chen, Amna Nawaz, Ryan Nobles, Amna Nawaz and Jen Psaki join the roundtable.

Apr 27, 202548 min
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