NBC Meet the Press

Rep. Dean Phillips (D-Minn.) jumps into the 2024 race, launching a primary challenge against President Biden telling Kristen he is “running for the future.” Israel announces it will expand its ground operations into Gaza. The manhunt continues for the Maine suspected shooter. Jeff Mason, Symone Sanders-Townsend and Matt Continetti join the Meet the Press NOW roundtable.

State Rep. Kristen Cloutier (D-Lewiston) says the streets are "eerily quiet" in Lewiston, Maine after a mass shooter leaves at least 18 dead. Twelve more aid trucks enter Gaza Thursday as the humanitarian crisis deepens in the Israel-Hamas war. Ayelet Sella, the family member of two hostages released by Hamas, confirms more family members are missing and dead. The White House responds to the latest mass shooting in the U.S.

Rep. David Valadao (R-Calif.) joins Meet the Press NOW as Rep. Mike Johnson (R-La.) is sworn in as speaker of the House. Human rights groups see a worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Former CIA Director David Petraeus discusses the state of war in Israel amid a looming ground invasion.

Rep. Tom Emmer (R-Minn.) drops out of the race for speaker hours after being nominated for the position by House Republicans. Permanent Observer to the UN for the International Committee of the Red Cross Laetitia Courtois joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. President Joe Biden faces criticism over his handling of the Israel-Hamas war from some Muslim and Arab Americans in Michigan. Rep. Shri Thanedar (D-Mich.) joins to talk about how Biden should address the criticism.

Hamas releases hostages, US advises Israel to delay ground invasion. Iran-backed proxies increase attacks. Nine Republicans vie for House speaker. Shifting support for Israel in Democratic party. Efforts to secure humanitarian aid for Gaza.

Amna Nawaz, co-anchor of PBS NewsHour, joins Kristen Welker after returning from Israel and discusses the difficulties of reporting from a conflict zone with limited access. They talk about the challenges of covering the recent events in Israel, the potential for escalation in the Middle East, and the daily fear and uncertainty faced by those living in conflict-ridden areas. They also address the divisions and challenges surrounding US aid in the region.

Secretary of State Antony Blinken joins Meet the Press to discuss U.S. involvement in the Israel and Gaza war as Hamas releases hostages and a ground invasion appears imminent. Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) exclusively joins to discuss House chaos as leaders scramble to elect a new speaker after he was ousted from the top job. Plus, Former Vice President and GOP presidential candidate Mike Pence reacts to ex-Trump lawyer Sidney Powell and Kenneth Chesebro’s guilty pleas in the Georgia election interference case.

Discussion on the release of American hostages held by Hamas, Israel's preparations for a ground invasion, and President Biden's conversation with the hostages' family. The podcast also explores the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, diplomatic efforts for peace, and the urgent need for humanitarian aid in Gaza.

President Biden's upcoming Oval Office address to support Israel and Ukraine; Rep. Ken Buck receiving death threats for not voting for Rep. Jim Jordan as speaker; House Republicans struggling to find a solution to get Congress back to work; discussion on the political divide and foreign policy challenges surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict; urgent call for a ceasefire in Gaza amid the escalating humanitarian crisis.

President Biden's support for Israel and caution against rage, hospital bombing in Gaza and political repercussions, the reality of warfare and importance of open source intelligence, the need for a speaker and policy priorities, President Biden's remarks, approval ratings, and foreign policy, analysis of House Democrats' goals and Jim Jordan's potential failure.