Meet the Press Meet the Press NOW – September 25
Sep 25, 2025
Mel Zanona, an NBC Capitol Hill reporter, dives into the looming threat of a government shutdown and the political dynamics at play. He discusses Rep. Mike Lawler’s stance against the potential permanent firings of federal workers. The conversation also covers the tight timeline for a funding deal, examining how the White House is strategizing to manage negotiations with both sides of Congress. Additionally, they touch on President Trump's executive order regarding TikTok, highlighting the implications for data security and algorithm control.
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Planned Attack Targeted ICE
- The Dallas ICE shooting appears planned and targeted at ICE, based on handwritten notes found at the suspect's residence.
- Investigators say the suspect acted alone with anti-ICE and anti-federal-government rhetoric motivating the attack.
Layoff Threat Raises Shutdown Stakes
- The White House signaled willingness to fire federal workers during a shutdown, raising stakes in shutdown negotiations.
- Democrats called the OMB memo an intimidation tactic while Republicans insist Democrats should pass a clean CR.
Avoid Shutdowns With A Clean CR
- Congress tends to resolve shutdown threats at the last minute, so stakeholders should keep negotiating up to the deadline.
- Passing a clean continuing resolution remains the simplest way to avoid shutdown-related layoffs and disruptions.
