NBC Meet the Press Meet the Press NOW – January 23
Jan 23, 2025
Former President Donald Trump discusses his executive orders, focusing on immigration policies and border security. Gabe Gutierrez, NBC News Senior White House Correspondent, provides insights into the legal challenges Trump faces over these reforms. Meanwhile, Rep. Mike Lawler and Rep. Brittany Pettersen engage in a bipartisan talk about modernizing Congress, including proxy voting for new parents. The conversation also touches on the current political landscape and the complexity of shaping immigration policy amid ongoing debates.
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Birthright Citizenship Challenged
- President Trump's immigration overhaul faces legal challenges, with a judge blocking his birthright citizenship order.
- The judge called the order "blatantly unconstitutional."
Trump's Immigration Actions
- President Trump signed new immigration executive orders, including deploying troops to the border.
- He called the situation at the border an "invasion" during a Davos address.
Border Crossings and Legislation
- Border crossings are down, possibly due to Trump's rhetoric and policies.
- The Lakin-Riley Act, aimed at detaining migrants charged with non-violent crimes, passed with bipartisan support.