In the latest episode of Meet the Press NOW, President Trump’s controversial decision to impose new tariffs on trading partners takes center stage. CNBC Senior Economics Reporter Steve Liesman, NBC Senior White House Correspondent Kelly O’Donnell, and Chief Foreign Correspondent Richard Engel delve into the economic and global impacts of the president’s bold move.
Meanwhile, Senior National Political Reporter Sahil Kapur provides updates on the latest developments in Congress, with a government funding deadline looming and disagreements among Senate Democrats. Sen. Jeff Merkley (D-OR) explains why he is against the House-passed six-month stopgap spending bill, shedding light on the internal dynamics within the legislative branch.
Former Education Secretary Margaret Spellings also weighs in on the Trump administration’s efforts to scale back staffing at the department, highlighting the potential impacts on education policy and outcomes.
With insightful discussions on pressing issues such as trade tariffs, government funding, and education policy, Meet the Press NOW offers viewers a comprehensive analysis of the most important stories of the day. For more in-depth news coverage and context, visit NBC News online.
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