Rep. Gregory Meeks talks about legislative negotiations for funding Ukraine and the southern border. Mayors Ron Nirenberg and David Holt address antisemitism in American cities. Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary urges Congress for aid to Ukraine.
Bipartisan support for aid to Ukraine is contingent upon reaching a deal on border security.
Mayors from different cities are joining forces to combat rising anti-Semitism and promote unity.
Ted Cruz and Marco Rubio's endorsement of Trump highlights his influence in redefining the Republican Party.
Deep dives
Meeting between President Biden and Congressional leaders focuses on emergency funding for Ukraine and border security
President Biden met with top Congressional leaders to discuss the urgent need for additional aid to Ukraine and the ongoing negotiations on border security. The aid package for Ukraine is contingent on reaching a deal on border security, but a bipartisan group of negotiators in the Senate has been working on it without success. House Republicans have indicated that any Senate deal will be dead on arrival unless it includes a sweeping border security bill. The President emphasized the importance of addressing both issues in a bipartisan manner.
Mayors from across the country gather to address issues of anti-Semitism, immigration, and homelessness
The United States Conference of Mayors Winter Meeting is focusing on a range of issues including the alarming rise in anti-Semitic incidents, as well as addressing challenges related to immigration and homelessness. Mayors from different cities are working together to create initiatives that promote compassion, inclusivity, and educate communities about different religions and cultures. The private sector's involvement in these efforts is also being emphasized to combat hate and bigotry and promote unity.
Former rivals Ted Cruz and Marco Rubio endorse Donald Trump for President
Ted Cruz and Marco Rubio, who were once rivals of former President Donald Trump during the 2016 Republican primary, have now thrown their support behind him. This signifies the overwhelming influence Trump has on the Republican Party and highlights his role in redefining the party's ideology. With over 25 Senate Republicans endorsing Trump, it further solidifies his position as the front-runner for the 2024 election.
Rise in anti-Semitism and Islamophobia prompts mayors to address hate and bigotry
The recent Israel-Hamas war has resulted in a significant increase in anti-Semitic incidents in the United States, according to the ADL. The United States Conference of Mayors Winter Meeting is dedicating attention to combatting hate and bigotry against not only the Jewish community but also Muslim communities. Mayors are working together to create initiatives that foster compassion, education, and unity among different religious and cultural groups.
Congressman Meeks optimistic about progress in funding for Ukraine and border security
Following a meeting between President Biden and Congressional leaders, Congressman Meeks is optimistic about progress in funding for Ukraine and border security. While House Republicans have insisted on including a highly partisan border security bill, there seems to be consensus among lawmakers that both issues need to be addressed in a bipartisan manner. The Senate is close to reaching an agreement, and the hope is that the House will join in negotiations to find a solution that addresses both the urgent need for aid to Ukraine and the concerns around border security.
Rep. Gregory Meeks (D-N.Y.) joins Meet the Press NOW right after his meeting with the White House to talk about the latest legislative negotiations around funding for Ukraine and the southern border. San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg (I) and Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt (R) talk about their work addressing the rise in antisemitism in American cities. Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh urges Congress to provide supplemental aid and ammunition to Ukraine.
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