NBC Meet the Press Meet the Press NOW – June 9
Jun 9, 2025
David Noriega, NBC News correspondent, reports on the unfolding protests in Los Angeles amidst the Trump administration's response, while Congresswoman Nanette Barragán criticizes the President's handling of the situation as "disturbing." Legal expert Robert Tsai dives into the constitutional implications of deploying Marines in civil unrest, debating the balance of military power against civil liberties. The guests explore escalating political divides, public perception, and the emotional impact on community families affected by recent arrests.
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Political Rhetoric vs Legal Reality
- The president labelled protesters insurrectionists and considered arresting the governor.
- The governor and mayor have not crossed legal lines, but federal officials insist no one is above the law.
Marines Deployment Escalates Tensions
- Deploying active duty Marines escalates tensions and risks inflaming protests further.
- The decision to deploy seems detached from the calmer reality on the ground in Los Angeles today.
Advise Nonviolent Civil Disobedience
- Protesters should ensure civil disobedience is strictly nonviolent to maintain moral authority.
- Avoid violence, as it undermines the protest cause and leads to arrests.