NBC Meet the Press BONUS: Kristen Welker joins Here’s the Scoop, hosted today by Brian Cheung
Jul 11, 2025
Kristen Welker, Moderator of NBC's Meet the Press and recent interviewer of President Trump, dives into her experiences with high-stakes communication during crises. She shares insights from her call with the President regarding Texas flood relief and tariff discussions. The conversation also touches on upcoming foreign policy announcements, NATO's involvement in Ukraine, and the challenges facing the State Department. Finally, they explore the intersection of geopolitical tensions with the entertainment industry, including a surprise album drop.
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Somber Call on Texas Floods
- Kristen Welker described a somber phone call with President Trump about the Texas floods.
- The president expressed deep concern and recognized the need for better local alert systems.
Trump Defies Tariff Criticism
- President Trump remains defiant about imposing tariffs despite criticism and economic concerns.
- He continues pushing a broad tariff plan amidst market uncertainty and previous policy reversals.
Commerce Secretary Joins Trump Call
- During the call, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick was audibly advising President Trump on tariffs.
- This presence was unusual, as presidential calls to reporters are typically just with the president himself.