NBC Meet the Press Meet the Press NOW — August 11
Aug 11, 2025
The podcast dives into President Trump's plan to deploy the National Guard in D.C. amid rising crime controversies and local officials' mixed responses. It also highlights the significance of his historic meeting with Putin in Alaska, with weighty discussions about Ukraine. Additionally, the complexities of crime rates and juvenile delinquency post-COVID are examined, alongside critiques of political redistricting and the implications for democracy. The conversation wraps with insights on the semiconductor trade and its role in national security.
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Federal Takeover Claimed As Emergency
- President Trump used his legal authority to federalize D.C.'s police and deploy the National Guard as a short-term crime emergency measure.
- The action contrasts with data showing violent crime in D.C. has fallen significantly year-over-year.
D.C.'s Unique Prosecution Structure
- Ryan Riley explained D.C.'s unique legal setup: the U.S. attorney (a presidential appointee) prosecutes crimes, limiting local prosecutorial choice.
- That structural quirk complicates local accountability and juvenile prosecutions.
Federal Troops Lack Neighborhood Policing Training
- Ryan Riley warned National Guard members and many federal agents lack training for neighborhood walking beats and long-term community policing.
- Expect federal personnel to primarily play backup and support roles for local officers.