NBC Meet the Press Meet the Press NOW – March 27
Mar 27, 2025
Berkeley Lovelace, a health and medical reporter for NBC News, discusses critical issues following job cuts at the Department of Health and Human Services. He highlights the potential consequences for health services and the controversies surrounding vaccine research. The conversation touches on how such administrative changes could impact public health and safety. Lovelace also examines broader political dynamics, from tariffs affecting trade relations to the sentiments of swing-state voters regarding the administration's economic policies.
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New Tariffs on Imported Vehicles and Parts
- President Trump announced a new 25% tariff on all imported vehicles and parts.
- This escalates the trade war with major economic partners, creating economic uncertainty.
Focus Group on Trump's Economic Policies
- A focus group of African-American men who voted for Trump in 2024 showed mixed views on his economic agenda.
- Despite this, almost all remained supportive, willing to let his policies play out.
Focus Group Participants' Views on Trump
- Some focus group participants approved of Trump's actions, citing his business background and belief he'll improve the economy.
- Others disapproved, citing concerns about his handling of government employee firings.