Meet the Press Feb. 1 — Speaker Mike Johnson and Rep. Ro Khanna, plus Ken Burns
Feb 1, 2026
Ken Burns, famed documentarian known for sweeping historical series; Ro Khanna, progressive congressman from California; Mike Johnson, Republican Speaker from Louisiana. They discuss the Justice Department release of Epstein-related records, ICE and DHS funding fights tied to a partial shutdown, and Burnss reflections on the American Revolution and democracy.
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Republicans Aim To Fund Everything But DHS
- Mike Johnson says Republicans will fund the government except DHS and expects to pass remaining appropriations quickly.
- He frames negotiations over DHS as requiring ‘‘good faith’’ talks over the next two weeks to reach reforms.
Selective ICE Reforms, Not Blanket Changes
- Mike Johnson supports some ICE changes but warns added judicial warrants could create excessive bureaucracy.
- He cites agent masking as identity protection and stresses negotiation on detailed operational reforms.
DOJ Compliance Emphasized On Epstein Releases
- Mike Johnson says DOJ has complied with law by releasing millions of Epstein documents and will publish redaction rationale.
- He emphasizes protecting victims' identities while asserting legal compliance.