Meet the Press NOW — December 30

President Trump confirms the first known U.S. strike on Venezuela. Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-Mich.) joins Meet the Press NOW to react to the significant escalation and discuss Congress's priorities when lawmakers return to Washington. The Department of Homeland Security is investigating allegations of fraud in childcare centers in Minneapolis. Newly released data from the CDC shows surging flu infections across the country. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

President Trump meets with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at Mar-a-Lago to discuss the Gaza ceasefire plan and concerns about a possible escalation with Iran. Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Bill Taylor reacts to the latest peace talks between President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton (D-Ill.) joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss her run for the open seat in the Senate after Sen. Dick Durbin announced he will not seek reelection. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former Today Show host Hoda Kotb, bestselling author Mel Robbins, chef Marcus Samuelsson and “Wicked” director Jon M. Chu join Kristen Welker for a “Meet the Moment” special of Meet the Press.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Department of Justice releases another tranche of Epstein documents. The Supreme Court blocks the Trump administration from deploying National Guard troops to Illinois. Tensions increase between the U.S. and Venezuela as President Trump issues a warning to President Nicolas Maduro. Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) discusses her reasoning for entering the Texas Senate race as she looks to unseat incumbent Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The U.S. Coast Guard seizes a second oil tanker and is in “active pursuit” of a third vessel as the Trump Administration ramps up its pressure campaign against the Maduro regime in Venezuela. Frustration is growing over the Justice Department’s handling of the release of the Epstein files. A Democratic and a Republican political operative find common ground over why North Carolina should be the first state in the presidential primary calendar. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche joins after the DOJ releases thousands of pages from the Epstein files. Sens. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) and Tim Kaine (D-Va.) weigh in as the U.S. escalates tensions with Venezuela. Sara Fagen, Garrett Haake, former Sec. Jeh Johnson and Tyler Pager join the roundtable. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Justice Department begins releasing thousands of records related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Rep. James Walkinshaw (D-Va.), member of the House Oversight Committee, reacts to the latest tranche of Epstein files. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A person of interest has been identified by law enforcement in connection with the mass shooting at Brown University, three senior law enforcement officials briefed on the investigation tell NBC News. Trump defends his economic policies amid waning poll numbers. Dr. Peter Hotez says cuts at HHS could harm pediatric research and health care. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) explains his decision to join Democrats to force a vote to extend the Obamacare subsidies. Canadian Ambassador to the U.S. Kirsten Hillman discusses why she’s stepping down from her role amid trade tensions between both countries. Officials provide an update on the manhunt for the Brown University shooter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick Reiner is expected to be charged with two counts of first-degree murder for the death of his parents Rob and Michele Reiner. Rep. Pete Aguilar (D-Calif.) discusses the last-ditch efforts in the House to address expiring Obamacare tax credits. White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles responds to an extensive Vanity Fair article, accusing the publication of taking her comments out of context.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.