NBC Meet the Press Meet the Press NOW — September 8
Sep 8, 2025
Steve Kornacki, NBC News National Political Correspondent, shares insights from the latest Decision Desk poll, revealing President Trump's unpopularity. Chuck Rocha, a Democratic strategist and host of the Rocha Revolution, dives into the implications of government funding challenges and ongoing redistricting in Missouri. The duo discusses a controversial message from Trump tied to Jeffrey Epstein, and the challenges both parties face as they navigate voter sentiment on economic issues and public trust in health policies.
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New Epstein Files Could Yield Revelations
- The House Oversight Committee received Epstein estate files including a birthday book and will make redacted documents public.
- Staffers can review unredacted records in New York, raising potential for more revelations.
White House Pushes Back, But Frustration Shows
- The White House disputed the birthday note and called reporting defamation while awaiting the president's response.
- Officials expressed frustration but remained defiant as the story continued to surface.
Documents Could Add New Details; DOJ Faces Tradeoffs
- Epstein estate documents may include items not previously in public law enforcement files and could be 'new' to investigators.
- Justice Department and victims' privacy concerns may limit full public release.
