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NBC Meet the Press
Meet the Press NOW — November 25
Nov 25, 2024
Ashley Etienne, a former communications advisor to Vice President Harris, dives into the political implications of Trump's cabinet picks and Project 2025. She discusses the urgency and potential fallout from Trump's mass deportation plan, highlighting the anxiety in mixed-status families. The conversation further covers the ideological diversity among Trump's nominees and the challenges they will face. Etienne also touches on the rising influence of the crypto lobby in Washington and its impact on future regulations.
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- Special Counsel Jack Smith's motion to dismiss cases against Trump underscores the complexities of prosecuting a sitting president amidst ongoing legal concerns.
- Trump's cabinet selections illustrate a strategic blend of party loyalists and ideological rivals, raising questions about internal dynamics and decision-making effectiveness.
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Legal Complications Surrounding Trump's Criminal Cases
Recent developments reveal that Special Counsel Jack Smith has filed motions to dismiss two criminal cases against President-elect Donald Trump, notably regarding election interference and his handling of classified documents. The legal rationale stems from the Justice Department's longstanding policy that prohibits prosecuting sitting presidents, which Smith confirmed in his filings. This dismissal does not imply any legal absolution for Trump, as Smith emphasized that his office still believes the prosecution was warranted. Moving forward, Trump’s legal team may reinterpret these dismissals to challenge the integrity of the investigations.
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