Meet the Press Nov. 23— Zohran Mamdani, Sec. Scott Bessent and Sen. Amy Klobuchar
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Nov 23, 2025 
In an engaging discussion, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent dives into economic policies, including tariff rollbacks on food staples and the impacts of inflation. New York City mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani shares insights from his meeting with President Trump, emphasizing his plans for affordability and public safety reforms. Senator Amy Klobuchar tackles serious topics like military orders, the release of Epstein files, and critiques of Ukraine policy. Each guest offers a unique perspective on pressing political issues, making for a thought-provoking conversation.
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Services, Not Imports, Drive Inflation
- Secretary Scott Bessent argues inflation is driven mostly by services, not imported goods.
- He attributes recent affordability gains to lower interest rates and energy prices rather than tariffs.
Use Trade Deals To Lower Food Costs
- Roll back tariffs strategically when trade deals increase supply to lower consumer prices.
- Use targeted trade negotiations to reduce costs for specific foodstuffs over weeks or months.
Housing Slump, Optimism For 2026
- Bessent says interest-rate-sensitive sectors like housing have dipped into recession territory.
- He forecasts stronger, non-inflationary growth by 2026 driven by tax and trade measures.