Guests including Rep. Gregory Meeks and Maya Wiley discuss last-minute agreement on short-term funding, threats to Speaker McCarthy, working with Ukraine, Trump's legal troubles, Supreme Court rulings, disarray among GOP, efforts of far-right Republicans, racist depictions in the news, perceptions of Black news coverage, and media portrayal of Black communities.
The government will remain open and funded until November 17th, but Ukraine aid and border security were excluded from the bill.
Congressman Matt Gaetz plans to oust Speaker Kevin McCarthy, highlighting a rift within the Republican Party.
Black adults feel that news coverage of Black people is predominantly negative, emphasizing the need for diverse newsrooms.
Deep dives
Government funded at existing spending levels until November 17th
After a last-minute agreement, the government will remain open and funded at existing spending levels until November 17th. The Senate overwhelmingly voted in favor of a short-term funding bill, and President Biden signed it into law. The bill also authorizes additional funds for disaster relief but does not include funding for Ukraine aid or border security.
Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz to move forward with motion to oust Speaker McCarthy
Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz confirmed that he will proceed with a motion to oust Speaker Kevin McCarthy. Gaetz's motion highlights a growing rift within the Republican Party, with Gaetz calling for new leadership that he considers trustworthy. McCarthy has responded confidently, stating that he will survive any attempts to remove him as speaker.
Relief and frustration among Congress members after averted shutdown
Congress members expressed relief after a last-minute agreement averted a government shutdown. While Democrats were relieved to prevent a shutdown, there was frustration at the need for a last-minute deal due to the disarray within the GOP. Democrats also voiced dissatisfaction with the exclusion of Ukraine aid and the absence of funds for border security. However, the focus remains on moving forward and finding a long-term funding agreement in the coming weeks.
Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett supports motion to oust Speaker McCarthy
Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett supports the motion to oust Speaker Kevin McCarthy brought forward by Congressman Matt Gaetz. She expresses agreement with Gaetz's critique of McCarthy's leadership and asserts that her vote would be in line with her party's support for Hakeem Jeffries as the next Speaker of the House.
Negative Media Coverage of Black Americans
A recent study by the Pew Research Center reveals that a majority of Black adults feel that the news they see or hear about Black people is more negative compared to other racial or ethnic groups. The study found that 63% of Black Americans perceive negative coverage and 80% have seen racist or racially insensitive depictions in the news. This dissatisfaction with media portrayal holds true for both Democrats and Republicans, highlighting a nonpartisan concern. Many respondents called for educating journalists about issues impacting the Black community and its rich history.
Need for Diversity in Newsrooms
Diversifying newsrooms by including more journalists who understand the culture and history of the Black community is crucial in addressing the negative coverage. Such diversity can provide context and depth to stories, as well as challenge stereotypes. Black journalists can offer a more accurate representation of Black America and bring attention to both successes and struggles within the community. However, despite advocacy to expand diversity in newsrooms, resistance and a lack of understanding about the importance of representation still persist.
Guest host Charles Coleman is joined by Rep. Gregory Meeks, Rep. Jasmine Crockett, Bloomberg Opinion’s Tim O’Brien, former Assistant U.S Attorney Maya Wiley, NYU law professor Melissa Murray, Washington Post opinion writer Jennifer Rubin, The Grio’s April Ryan, The Boston Globe’s Renee Graham, Eugene Scott from Axios, NBC’s Julie Tsirkin, and NBC’s Sahil Kapur
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