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President Trump kicks off his midterm travel plans in Texas as polling shows his approval rating reaching record lows ahead of November's midterms. The Democratic nominee for Texas governor, state Rep. Gina Hinojosa,  joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss her race to unseat Gov. Greg Abbott (R-Texas).

President Donald Trump says he and Republicans have done a “very bad job” of touting their economic wins to voters. Hispanic voters appear to trend back toward Democrats amid the closely-watched Senate midterm match-up in Texas between James Talarico and Ken Paxton. After a co-pilot allegedly stabbed his partner aboard a plane bound for Israel, former Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Jonhson discusses air safety and potential recommendations.

President Trump meets with tech executives amid growing concerns around artificial intelligence. Former Special Counsel Jack Smith testifies before the Senate Judiciary Committee for a politically charged hearing on his investigation into President Trump's efforts to overturn the 2020 election. Some Republicans on Capitol Hill push back on the Trump administration's use of taxpayer money to fund a campaign-style TV ad.

President Trump offers conflicting messages about the war with Iran as the conflict enters its eighth month. Five men in the United Kingdom were arrested and released on bail on suspicion of terrorism near a British air force base used by the United States. OpenAI says they are pausing training their latest AI models after disclosing incidents of AI agents attempting to hack various U.S. government websites.

In an exclusive interview with Meet the Press, Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates tells Kristen Welker about the potential “major threats” from AI if safeguards aren’t put into place.

Kristen Welker asks U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz and Foreign Minister of Iran Abbas Araghchi if there’s a path to peace in Iran. Rep. Ro Khanna shares his thoughts on AI and potential impeachment efforts if Democrats win a House majority. Bill Gates warns about the potential threats of AI. Ryan Nobles, Marc Short and Adrienne Elrod join the roundtable.

As Democrats grapple with what their party stands for, one issue continues to divide them: Israel. The first signs of a fissure came after Israel began its invasion of Gaza in response to the Oct. 7 attacks. Some progressive Democrats demanded a more forceful U.S. response to what they saw as war crimes being committed with the help of American weapons and military aid. By the fall of 2024, a larger movement against the war had grown: More than 100,000 Democrats cast uncommitted ballots in the Michigan primary — a harbinger of Kamala Harris’ ultimate loss to Donald Trump. Since then, polls show that voter support for Israel has continued to decline in both parties. But among Democrats, that erosion has been far more dramatic. So how should the party position itself on Israel policy in 2026 — and eventually, 2028? In this episode of "Here’s the Scoop, Election Edition," we ask two Democrats on opposite sides of this debate: Tariq Habash, a co-founder of A New Policy, a political group that advises candidates like Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan, and Rep. Dan Goldman, D-N.Y., who says he lost his primary because of his position on Israel. swap.fm/l/htsfd

Some Republican candidates break with President Trump as they fight headwinds ahead of November's midterm elections. Former Trump White House lawyer Ty Cobb discusses the president’s attempt to impose a ban on certain media outlets. Physicist and professor Max Tegmark joins Meet the Press Now to share his take on AI regulation as Congress weighs new guardrails.

President Trump welcomes Chinese President President Xi Jinping to Washington on the heels of a court-blocked effort to ban media outlets from the White House grounds. Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio), former Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio), and independent candidates Dan Osborn (Neb.) and Brian Bengs (S.D.) weigh in on the data center backlash shaping their races for U.S. Senate. NBC News’ Ryan Chandler reports on the pushback from cattle ranchers on Trump's beef imports.

More Republican candidates appear to distance themselves from President Donald Trump over a state visit with the Chinese President Xi Jinping and high gas prices impacting voters. Reps. Jay Obernolte (R-Calif.) and Lori Trahan (D-Mass.) discuss their bipartisan AI legislation as part of NBC’s Common Ground series. Sebastien Lai calls for the release of his father Jimmy Lai, a pro-democracy activist and media publisher, who is serving a 20-year prison sentence in Hong Kong.

President Trump says he has a “big decision” to make about Iran in his address to the United Nations General Assembly. Steve Kornacki breaks down NBC News’ latest poll showing Trump’s approval hitting a second-term low. Kamala Harris campaigns with Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-Fla.) and Sen. Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) join Meet the Press NOW to discuss the Congressional Women’s Softball game.

Actor and comedian Hasan Minhaj sits down for a Meet the Moment conversation about his career in comedy and film.

Kristen Welker has exclusive interviews with Sen. John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) and Sen. Cory Booker (D-N.J.). Steve Kornacki breaks down a new NBC News poll. Yamiche Alcindor, Jamelle Bouie and Sara Fagen join the roundtable. Actor and comedian Hasan Minhaj sits down for a Meet the Moment conversation.

If there’s one issue driving this election, it’s affordability. With prices for everything from gas and groceries to healthcare and childcare rising, many Americans feel the American Dream is slipping out of reach. Meanwhile, Democrats think this could be the key to their comeback, while President Donald Trump calls affordability a “hoax” — but is still pitching $5,000 payments for every voter if Republicans maintain control of the House and the Senate. On Episode 2 of "Here’s the Scoop, Election Edition," NBC News chief White House correspondent Garrett Haake brings together NBC News senior policy reporter Shannon Pettypiece, former Rep. Garret Graves, R-La., and NBC News contributor Ashley Etienne, a former adviser to President Joe Biden, to discuss where voters are feeling the squeeze, why they don’t feel like the economy — or the government — is working for them and how the parties are responding on the campaign trail and beyond.

President Donald Trump says he’s banning three media outlets from the White House. Kansas senate candidate Adam Hamilton (D) reacts to Vice President Vance’s attacks over his Christian faith. President Trump reiterates promise to give $5,000  checks to Americans if Republicans win the midterms.

President Trump slams the Federal Reserve after the board unanimously voted to hike interest rates for the first time in three years. Rep. Don Beyer (D-Va.) discusses how the Bipartisan Caucus on Artificial Intelligence is responding to warnings by tech leaders that AI may pose an existential threat to humanity. Charles Booker (D-Ky.) discusses his campaign to replace retiring Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.).

The National Transportation Safety Board investigates a news chopper crash in Los Angeles that killed three people. Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh announces a hike in interest rates, defying pressure from President Trump. Former Biden administration economic adviser Jared Bernstein shares his assessment of the economy.

A summit on the risks of AI unites voices across the political spectrum. Technology ethicist Tristan Harris discusses possible AI guardrails as Congress grapples with regulation. President Trump lashes out at the Supreme Court after it blocked the administration from using the postal service to regulate mail-in ballots. A new CBO report says the Iran war will continue to drive up inflation for Americans.

President Trump dismisses new warnings as AI leaders sound the alarm about the lack of regulation around artificial intelligence. Oil and fuel prices continue to rise amid concerns the war with Iran may be expanding. Rep. Emanuel Cleaver (D-Mo.) joins Meet the Press NOW after the Supreme Court blocked the use of a new Republican-drawn map that Missouri used in the primary elections.

Kristen Welker has interviews with Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-La.) and former Biden Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. Ex-Anthropic researcher and whistleblower Jacob Coxon shares his fears of unregulated artificial intelligence. Marc Short, Ashley Etienne and Jonathan Martin join the roundtable.

Midterm elections usually shake up power in Washington – and Democrats are hoping that will hold true in November. But will the "Trump effect" change that calculus? Welcome to Here’s the Scoop, Election Edition. Every Saturday until Election Day, NBC News Chief White House Correspondent Garrett Haake will bring on newsmakers to discuss the themes, issues and key players shaping the 2026 midterms. This week, Garrett’s looking at how Republicans and Democrats are positioning themselves to keep or take control of Congress next year, respectively, and he's speaking with two people at the crux of those decisions: former White House deputy chief of staff James Blair and California Democratic congressman Pete Aguilar. Blair left the West Wing to run President Donald Trump’s super PAC, MAGA Inc. He’s got $400 million to spend, a president itching to hit the campaign trail and a plan to keep Republican majorities in Washington for two more years. Meanwhile, Aguilar’s role as chair of the House Democratic Caucus means he’s in charge of crafting the party's message as it faces tough polling, deeper GOP coffers and new congressional maps.

The Republican midterm convention wraps up in Dallas as President Trump tries to rally his base with a promise of a $5,000 dividend if the GOP keeps control of Congress. Meanwhile, the GOP loses a major redistricting battle in Missouri after the Supreme Court blocked the use of a new map. Former White House chiefs of staff Andy Card and Leon Panetta join Meet the Press NOW to discuss their mission to “not let America forget” the terror attacks of Sept. 11 after 25 years.

Amid record fuel prices, President Donald Trump travels to Dallas to headline the first-ever Republican midterm convention. Following New Hampshire’s primary elections, NBC News chief data analyst Steve Kornacki previews where the Senate race is headed. Rep. Greg Casar (D-Texas) discusses the competitive Senate race in his state.

Republicans are set to gather in Dallas for their midterm convention even as President Trump is facing political headwinds ahead of November. NBC News Chief Data Analyst Steve Kornacki previews the key primaries in New Hampshire. Karishma Manzur (D-N.H.) and Scott Brown (R-N.H.) join Meet the Press NOW to discuss their bid to replace retiring Sen. Jeanne Shaheen.

Kristen Welker has exclusive interviews with Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) and Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.). Steve Kornacki breaks down a new NBC News Decision Desk Poll on artificial intelligence and data centers. Matt Gorman, Steve Ricchetti, Julie Tsirkin and Amy Walter join the roundtable.

The judge in the Lindsay Clancy case formally declares a mistrial. The Missouri Supreme Court overturns the state's redrawn congressional map that was used during the primary election earlier this year. South Dakota Senate candidate Brian Bengs (I) joins Meet the Press NOW as he seeks to become the first independent senator in his state’s history.

Vice President Vance briefs the press and defends the administration’s handling of the war with Iran. Rep. Rob Wittman (R-Va.) joins Meet the Press NOW to react to President Trump saying he will hit the campaign trail for Republicans ahead of the midterms. The lead defense attorney in the trial of Lindsay Clancy calls for one of the jurors to be removed as the judge orders the jury to continue deliberations.

The Massachusetts judge in Lindsay Clancy’s murder trial instructs the deadlocked jury to return for a fifth day of deliberations. Outgoing Rep. Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss Republicans’ odds heading into the midterm elections. NBC News’ Chief Data Analyst Steve Kornacki explains how some longtime Democratic lawmakers in Massachusetts bucked national trends by defeating younger opponents.

Rep. Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss rising oil and gas prices as the U.S. launches new strikes on Iran. An anonymous whistleblower warns technical system the U.S. Postal Service built for mail in voting in flawed and untested. Rep. Seth Moulton (D-Mass.) and Patrick Roath (D-Mass.) discuss their bid to unseat longtime incumbents and their calls for generational change.

President Trump says the U.S. strikes on Iran are part of a “very limited” campaign. Oil industry expert John Kilduff explains new U.S. oil deal with Venezuela. The Supreme Court allows the White House ballroom construction to continue. Israeli settlers attacked a Palestinian woman and members of an NBC News team reporting in the West Bank amid a rise in settler violence in the occupied territory.

Kristen Welker has exclusive interviews with Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Rep. Jim Clyburn (D-S.C.). Lanhee Chen, Adrienne Elrod, Sahil Kapur and Amna Nawaz join the roundtable.

The war with Iran hits the six-month mark. Democratic House candidate Chris Backemeyer discusses his campaign to unseat Rep. Mike Flood (R-Neb.). The Trump administration appeals an order blocking postal service regulation on mail-in ballots just 10 weeks before the midterm elections.

President Trump heads to Texas with less than 10 weeks until the midterms as his administration faces economic headwinds tied to his escalating trade war with Canada and his prolonged war with Iran. The death toll from the devastating flash floods in Nepal continue to rise as authorities continue their desperate search for survivors. Dr. Paul Offit, director of the Vaccine Education Center at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia discusses the uptick in measles cases across the country.

NBC News’ Chief Data Analyst Steve Kornacki analyzes how Trump-endorsed candidates performed in South Carolina and Oklahoma primary races. Meta agrees to settle a multi-state lawsuit over social media addiction. South Carolina Democratic Senate nominee Dr. Annie Andrews discusses her campaign to beat Republican nominee Sen. Darline Graham (R-S.C.).

Iconic country music legend Dolly Parton dies at the age of 80. Canada’s Minister for U.S.-Canada Trade Dominic LeBlanc joins Meet the Press NOW after Ottawa announced retaliatory tariffs. NBC News Chief Data Analyst Steve Kornacki preview the runoff elections in South Carolina and Oklahoma.

President Trump launches a multi-front economic war threatening secondary sanctions on countries that do business with Iran while also escalating the tariff war with Canada. The debate over data centers becomes a key issue in the midterms. House Minority Leader Rep. Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) and Jared Kushner meet in private to discuss potential areas of cooperation between Democrats and President Trump.

Kristen Welker has exclusive interviews with Sens. Tim Scott (R-S.C.) and Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.). Leigh Ann Caldwell, Ashley Etienne, Matt Gorman and Ryan Nobles join the roundtable.

Gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-Fla.) joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss the Trump administration’s handling of the economy. President Trump travels to campaign with Sen. Darline Graham (R-S.C.) as she faces questions about her qualifications. The Supreme Court temporarily allows President Trump to continue White House ballroom construction without congressional approval.

Angie Nixon joins Meet the Press NOW after winning an upset in the Florida Senate Democratic primary. Attorney General Todd Blanche talks about 2028 with NBC News' Jon Allen at the Iowa State Fair. A focus group shares their affordability concerns as the U.S. federal debt tops a record-breaking $40 trillion.

Voters are heading to the polls for primaries across Alaska, Wyoming, California and Florida. NBC News Chief Data Analyst Steve Kornacki previews the key races. NBC News Senior National Politics Reporter Jon Allen hits the road as part of his Drive to Decision Day series to talk to voters in battleground Ohio. Former Broward County Mayor Dale Holness (D-Fla.) joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss his bid to unseat eleven-term Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-Fla.).

The 60-day window for talks between the U.S. and Iran expires with little progress towards ending the war. NBC News Senior National Politics Reporter Jon Allen hits the road as part of his Drive to Decision Day series to talk to voters in battleground congressional districts. Elijah Manley (D-Fla.) and state Rep. Angie Nixon (D-Fla.) join Meet the Press NOW to discuss their bid for Congress ahead of Tuesday’s primary in Florida.

Kristen Welker interviews newly confirmed Attorney General Todd Blanche, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) and Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.). Sara Fagen, Jonathan Martin and former Sec. Jeh Johnson join the roundtable.

President Trump says he will declare the Strait of Hormuz a U.S. territory as the war with Iran takes a growing toll on troops, weapons and wallets. Rep. Mike Flood (R-Neb.) discusses his re-election campaign in a district Democrats view as a pickup opportunity. Luigi Mangione pleads guilty to federal charges before standing trial for the murder of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson.

Democratic primary winners David Crowley (D-Wis.) and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan (D-Minn.) join Meet the Press NOW to discuss the road ahead to November’s midterms. Former CDC official Dr. Demetre Daskalakis explains why some health officials say they will not adopt the Trump administration's new guidelines on vaccines.

Democrats continue to grapple with divisions inside their party after the latest round of primaries. Democratic nominee for Connecticut’s 1st Congressional District Luke Bronin joins after unseating a longtime incumbent in his primary race. NBC News’ Monica Alba and USA Today’s Susan Page discuss the president’s covert plane switch after July’s NATO summit following an “extremely serious” threat from Iran.

The fight between progressives and establishment Democrats is on full display as voters cast their ballots in primary races across six states. New details emerge about an elaborate plot to sneak President Trump off Air Force One and onto a separate U.S. military plane as he departed Turkey last month amid security concerns posed by Iran. NBC News political reporter Allan Smith talks about the growing relationship between Pennsylvania Senators John Fetterman (D) and David McCormick (R).

Voters are getting ready to cast votes in primary races across six states where the fight between progressives and the establishment Democrats is once again on the ballot. Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan (D) discusses her race for Senate. Rep. John Larson (D-Conn.) and former Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin (D-Conn.) join Meet the Press NOW as they fight for the Democratic nomination in Connecticut’s first congressional district in what has become a fight over generational change.

Kristen Welker interviews the new Democratic Senate nominee in Michigan, Abdul El-Sayed, Sen. Jim Banks (R-Ind.) and Sen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.). Former Rep. Carlos Curbelo (R-Fla.), former Rep. Val Demings (D-Fla.) and Ryan Nobles join the roundtable.

The White House downplays the new jobs report which showed an unexpected loss. Rep. Haley Stevens (D-Mich.) joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss party unity ahead of the midterm matchup between Abdul El-Sayed (D) and Mike Rogers (R). Former Trump White House attorney Ty Cobb examines Trump’s latest attempt to limit birthright citizenship. AI data centers emerge as a key issue ahead of the midterms.

President Trump signs executive orders targeting birthright citizenship. Battleground Rep. Tom Barrett (R-Mich.) joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss his upcoming race against progressive Democratic candidate William Lawrence.

President Donald Trump indicates another deal with Iran is on the way as fuel prices continue to fluctuate. NBC News Chief Data Analyst Steve Kornacki breaks down surprises and significant results from the latest round of primary elections. William Lawrence, Democratic nominee for Michigan’s battleground 7th Congressional District, discusses his campaign strategy headed into November after taking down two moderate Democrat opponents in his primary race.

Voters are casting their ballots in dozens of primary races across five states. Democratic candidates in Michigan’s seventh congressional district, William Lawrence and Matt Maasdam, join Meet the Press NOW ahead of tonight's consequential primary to make their final pitch to voters. Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-Mich.) discusses the key primary races across Michigan and what it will take for Democrats to unify ahead of November.

Voters are set to head to the polls across five states on Tuesday, including for a key Democratic primary for Michigan’s open Senate seat. State Sen. Cindy Holscher (D-Kan.) joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss her campaign for governor. President Trump calls off the latest round of strikes on Iran but says he’s giving Tehran “every last chance before decapitation.”

Govs. Kevin Stitt (R-Okla.) and Matt Meyer (D-Del.) join Kristen Welker for a Common Ground conversation on energy, the economy and keeping the American dream alive.

Govs. Jared Polis (D-Colo.) and Spencer Cox (R-Utah) join Kristen Welker for a Common Ground conversation on how states are navigating the impact of new technology on education.

Govs. Josh Stein (D-N.C.) and Phil Scott (R-Vt.) join Kristen Welker for a Common Ground conversation on the balance of power between the states and the federal government.

Gov. Wes Moore (D-Md.), Gov. Kevin Stitt (R-Okla.) and UNITE CEO Tim Shriver join Kristen Welker for a Common Ground conversation on restoring civility and dignity in politics.

Kristen Welker has exclusive interviews with Sens. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) and John Kennedy (R-La.) She also hosts bipartisan conversations with Govs. Wes Moore (D-Md.), Kevin Stitt (R-Okla.), Jared Polis (D-Colo.) and Spencer Cox (R-Utah) from the National Governors Association summer meeting in Oklahoma City. Ashley Etienne, Garrett Haake, Stephen Hayes and Amy Walter join the roundtable.

Cyberattacks targeting municipal water systems in multiple states spark fears of Iranian hacking. NBC News artificial intelligence reporter Jared Perlo reports on a new instance of AI models going “rogue.” Former adviser on Arab-Israeli negotiations Aaron David Miller joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss the latest Gaza deal that would disarm Hamas.

Tensions build between President Trump and key Senate Republicans over the president’s agenda with less than 100 days to the midterms. The U.S. carries out a “heavy wave” of strikes on Iran after an attempted surprise attack on U.S. forces in the Middle East. Wisconsin gubernatorial candidate state Rep. Francesca Hong (D) joins Meet the Press NOW to react to Mandela Barnes suspending his campaign in the state’s closely watched primary race.

President Donald Trump threatens Iran after a foiled surprise attack on U.S. troops in the Middle East. Pennsylvania Democratic Sen. John Fetterman joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss speculation that he might abandon his party affiliation over support for Israel. Israeli Ambassador to the U.N. Danny Danon discusses his country’s operations against Iran and Hamas.

President Trump, lawmakers and world leaders attend Senator Lindsey Graham’s funeral. Documentary filmmaker Alex Holder shares never-before-seen footage of Lindsey Graham as the late senator grapples with the war in Ukraine and reflects on his entry into politics. Congresswoman Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed face off in their final debate in the closely watched Democratic primary for Michigan’s open Senate seat.

President Trump travels to Michigan ahead of the state’s primary to promote his administration’s economic agenda despite recent polls showing voter concerns about inflation. Former Democratic National Committee Chair Jaime Harrison discusses the leadership and financial troubles facing the DNC and how it could affect the party’s prospects in November. The U.S. pauses military strikes on Iran as the administration pursues a diplomatic path forward.

TODAY co-host Sheinelle Jones sits down with Kristen Welker for a "Meet the Moment" conversation about her book, "Through Mom's Eyes," and grieving through life's milestones.

NBC News Chief Data Analyst Steve Kornacki breaks down the latest polling 100 days out from the midterms. Amb. Mike Waltz discusses if the Trump administration is still pursuing a diplomatic way out of the war with Iran. Sen. Mark Kelly shares his thoughts on whether Democrats have a chance to take back the Senate. Lanhee Chen, Adrienne Elrod and Tyler Pager join the roundtable.

President Donald Trump weighs a "massive attack" on Iran as they double down on blocking critical waterways. NBC's Ryan Chandler joins Texas Senate candidate James Talarico (D) on the campaign trail as he unveils his border security plan. The Trump administration admits to canceling energy grants to states that did not vote for him.

Fuel prices jump as fears grow over an expanding conflict in the Middle East. The Justice Department agrees to withdraw subpoenas seeking testimony and records from New York Times reporters. Sen. Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) joins NBC's Ryan Nobles to discuss his growing concerns with artificial intelligence.

President Donald Trump continues to escalate his threats toward Iran after attending the dignified transfer of American troops killed in the Middle East. Election officials worry the growing popularity of betting markets could fuel further distrust in elections ahead of the midterms. Trump-endorsed California gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton (R) joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss his goal of courting voters who dislike the president.

Pentagon leadership testifies on Capitol Hill as President Trump threatens more military action on Iran. Premier of Ontario Doug Ford reacts to latest U.S. tariffs on Canada. Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed (D) joins Meet the Press NOW ahead of next month’s high-stakes primary.

The military conflict between the U.S. and Iran intensifies as the Pentagon identifies two U.S. soldiers killed in an Iranian attack of a U.S. air base in Jordan. Former state Senate President Troy Jackson (D-Maine) becomes the likely pick for the Democratic nomination to replace Graham Platner in the Senate race. Former Acting Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security Ken Cuccinelli joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss President Trump’s claims of interference in the 2020 election.

President Donald Trump doubles down on election fraud claims four months ahead of the midterm elections. Election Assistance Commission Chair, Thomas Hicks, who was ousted by Trump reacts to the president’s claims. U.S. targets key infrastructure around Iran’s main port for the seventh consecutive day of strikes. Maine U.S. Senate candidate Nirav Shah (D) joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss his bid to replace Platner in a “rocket primary”.

President Trump is set to deliver a primetime address where he is expected to talk about the 2020 election. The Cook Political Report moves eight House races in favor of Democrats with less than fourth months until the November midterms. Rep. Kathy Castsor (D-Fla.) and Rep. Darin LaHood (R-Ill.), co-chars of the Congressional Soccer Caucus, join Meet the Press NOW in the latest installment of NBC’s Common Ground series ahead of the FIFA World Cup Finals.

The president’s nominees for attorney general, director of national intelligence and CDC director all appear on Capitol Hill for a series of high-stakes confirmation hearings. The U.S. launches another round of strikes on Iran. Rep. Mike Flood (R-Neb.) and Rep. Emanuel Cleaver (D-Mo.) join Meet the Press NOW as part of NBC’s Common Ground series to discuss how the bipartisan housing law they played a key role in developing will address the affordability crisis.

ICE issues a nationwide order to pause most vehicle stops following two deadly shootings in less than a week. Senate candidate Dan Kleban (D-Maine) reacts to the shooting in Maine and discusses his campaign to replace Graham Platner. The Pentagon launches a new wave of strikes in Iran for the fourth consecutive days while it also reimposes its naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz. Rep. Analilia Mejia (D-N.J.) joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss the future of the Democratic Party.

Washington mourns the sudden death of South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham (R) as Gov. Henry McMaster (R-S.C.) appoints Graham’s sister, Darline Graham Nordone, to finish out the term. President Trump says the U.S. is renewing a blockade on Iran and tolling other nations for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. Federal officials are investigating a deadly ICE involved shooting in Maine.

Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) dies at the age of 71, a day before his planned appearance on Meet the Press. Kristen Welker interviews President Trump, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.), Sen. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) and Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.). Former Rep. Val Demings (D-Fla.), Sara Fagen, Jonathan Martin and Andrea Mitchell join the roundtable.

Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) reacts to President Trump removing the remaining Democratic members of the Election Assistance Commission ahead of midterms. Maine Senate candidate Jordan Wood (D) explains his decision to jump back into the race after Graham Platner suspended his campaign. Georgia State Rep. Steven Sainz (R) and West Virginia State Del. Kayla Young (D) join for a Common Ground conversation.

Maine House Speaker Ryan Fecteau (D) joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss the Maine Democratic Party's path forward after Graham Platner suspends his campaign after a sexual assault allegation. The U.S. and Iran exchange a new round of overnight strikes as concerns grow that the escalation could result in a full-scale military conflict.

President Donald Trump departs Turkey after an eventful NATO summit as the U.S. military launches new strikes against Iran. Former Maine gubernatorial candidate Troy Jackson (D) discusses the potential opportunity to replace embattled Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner (D-Maine) amid new sexual assault allegations.

Pressure mounts on Graham Platner (D) to exit the Maine senate race amid allegations of sexual assault he denies. Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-Mich.) tells Meet the Press NOW Platner should drop out over the “serious concerns”. Former Ambassador to NATO Ivo Daalder discusses Trump’s upcoming meeting with President Zelenskyy as the war between Russia and Ukraine escalates.

President Donald Trump confirms he asked FIFA to review U.S. soccer player Folarin Balogun's red card suspension. Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Bill Taylor discusses the upcoming NATO summit in Turkey. Graham Platner says he’s considering “the best path forward” after denying an accusation of sexual assault reported in POLITICO. Presidential historian Douglas Brinkley joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss the state of the presidency as America celebrates 250 years.

Presidential historian Doris Kearns Goodwin joins Kristen Welker for a special edition of Meet the Press marking America’s 250th anniversary, reflecting on how the nation has overcome its darkest chapters and why history can offer hope in uncertain times.

Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie G. Bunch III joins Kristen Welker for a special edition of Meet the Press marking America’s 250th anniversary to discuss the nation’s founding ideals, the power of history to unite Americans and why pursuing a more perfect union remains an unfinished project.

Kristen Welker speaks with documentary filmmaker Ken Burns, presidential historian Doris Kearns Goodwin and Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie G. Bunch III for a special edition of Meet the Press marking America's 250th anniversary.

President Trump prepares to deliver remarks at Mount Rushmore to mark America’s 250th birthday. Gov Wes. Moore (D-Md.) previews his speech on patriotism as Democrats aim to contrast President Trump's address. Rep. Kevin Kiley (I-Calif.) discusses the need for members of Congress to find "common ground” after leaving the Republican Party to become an independent earlier this year.

A weaker-than-expected jobs jobs report renews concerns of a summer slowdown, all while the Trump administration touts an optimistic outlook on his economic agenda ahead of November’s midterms. Nearly half of all Americans face extreme heat warnings as a record-breaking heat wave makes its way across the country. ICE ramps up arrests, more than tripling recent daily averages in what may become a “new normal.”

Sen. John Hickenlooper (D-Colo.) joins Meet the Press NOW after winning his primary against progressive candidate state Sen. Julie Gonzalez. In his latest financial disclosure, President Trump reported earning an estimated $2.2 billion, including over a billion dollars in crypto ventures. Rep. Maggie Goodlander (D-N.H.) and Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-Pa.) join Meet the Press NOW in the latest installment of NBC News’ Common Ground series to discuss their bipartisan legislation that bans senior officials in government from individual stock trading.

The Supreme Court rejects President Trump's effort to end birthright citizenship and upholds state bans on transgender athletes in girls' and women's sports in their final opinions of the term. Voters in Colorado head to the polls in another high-stakes primary race for progressive Democrats. British Ambassador Christian Turner joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss the European view of the U.S.-Iran negotiations prior to the upcoming NATO summit.

The Supreme Court delivers blockbuster decisions on the president’s ability to fire leaders of independent agencies and the counting of mail-in-ballots received after Election Day. The U.S. says it will resume talks with Iran after a weekend of back-and-forth strikes. Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss his bid for governor and the future of the Democratic Party.

Ryan Nobles has exclusive interviews with Sen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) and Sen. Roger Marshall (R-Kan.). Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan break down their new book “Regime Change” on the behind the scenes of the second Trump administration. Leigh Ann Caldwell, Ashley Etienne and Marc Short join the roundtable.

The U.S. launches military strikes on Iran amid growing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. Rep. Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss friction between Republican lawmakers and President Trump’s agenda ahead of the midterms. The death toll climbs in Venezuela after back-to-back earthquakes. Army combat veteran Cait Conley (D) discusses her bid to flip Republican Mike Lawler’s New York seat.

Mamdani-backed congressional candidate Brad Lander (D-N.Y.) joins to discuss progressive wins in New York primary elections and the future of the Democratic Party. The Supreme Court hands the Trump Administration two major victories on some of the administrations hardline immigration policies. Rescue teams head to Venezuela as the country recovers from a deadly 4.4 magnitude earthquake, after two historic earthquakes yesterday.

President Donald Trump visits the Capitol after refusing to sign a bipartisan housing bill until the Senate passes his voting legislation. New York congressional candidate Darializa Avila Chevalier (D) discusses her primary win over an incumbent lawmaker while Rep. Gregory Meeks (D-N.Y.) shares his worries around progressive candidates entering the House.

President Trump campaigns in battleground Pennsylvania as voters head to the polls in New York, Maryland, South Carolina and Utah for some key primaries. The U.S. and Iran offer conflicting statements about IAEA inspections of Tehran’s nuclear facilities. Acting Director of National Intelligence Bill Pulte begins mass firings at the top intelligence agency.

Vice President JD Vance projects optimism after the U.S. and Iran agree to a roadmap to ending the war in 60 days. Five people were arrested for alleged vandalism in connection with the newly renovated Reflecting Pool on the National Mall. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces his resignation, bowing to pressure from within his party to step down.

Garrett Haake interviews Sen. Cory Booker (D-N.J.) and former Trump Defense Secretary Mark Esper. Sara Fagen, Susan Glasser, Nia-Malika Henderson and Jeh Johnson join the roundtable.

Vice President Vance postpones talks with Iran after Israel launches an assault on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon. Aziz Abu Sarah, a Palestinian activist, and Maoz Inon, an Israeli activist, turn their personal grief into message of peace in an NBC News Common Ground conversation. Americans across the country celebrate Juneteenth, which was designated as a federal holiday only five years ago.

President Trump defends the signed memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran despite scrutiny from Republican lawmakers. Ukraine launches its largest attack against Russia since the start of the conflict. The Obama Presidential Center opens in Chicago after five years of construction.