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NBC Meet the Press

Meet the Press NOW — May 27

May 27, 2024
Former FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate and Jeva Lange from Heatmap discuss climate change impact on hurricanes. Ryan Nobles interviews House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul on Taiwan tensions. Topics also include Trump's Libertarian Convention speech, severe weather events, and challenges faced by military families.
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Quick takeaways

  • Access to childcare for military families is hindered by waitlists and worker shortages, causing emotional and financial strain.
  • The struggle for childcare affects military spouses' job opportunities, with recruitment efforts and incentives being made to address the shortage.

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The Struggle of Military Families with Childcare

Military families are facing unique obstacles in accessing childcare, with 9,000 kids on wait lists for military childcare centers. Frequent moves, limited options, and worker shortages have led to challenges in securing adequate childcare for military families, causing emotional and financial strain.

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