Meet the Press NOW — May 1

Meet the Press NOW — May 1

Author: NBC News May 2, 2026 Duration: 48:26
President Trump pens a letter to Congress arguing he does not have to go through Congress to continue the war with Iran. Trump speaks at his first public event since the assassination attempt at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner as new details emerge about the incident. Sens. Peter Welch (D-Vt.) and Roger Marshall (R-Kansas) discuss the problems facing rural communities and how they are working to find bipartisan solutions in a Common Ground conversation.

For decades, the Sunday morning conversation that defines the week in Washington has been Meet the Press. This audio edition, from NBC News, brings that essential dialogue directly to you, extending its legacy beyond the screen. Anchored by Kristen Welker, the Sunday program sets the standard with in-depth interviews and rigorous roundtable discussions featuring the nation's most influential lawmakers, journalists, and thinkers. But the conversation doesn't wait for the weekend. The Meet the Press podcast also incorporates "Meet the Press NOW," the daily analysis that breaks down the latest developments from Capitol Hill, the campaign trail, and the White House as they happen. It’s where the headlines meet context and political strategy gets unpacked. Tuning in means hearing the questions that hold power to account and the analysis that cuts through the noise. This is more than a recording of a broadcast; it's a curated audio experience for anyone who wants to understand the forces shaping American life. You'll find a mix of the Sunday show's comprehensive depth and the weekday program's timely urgency, all designed for listening on the go. In a crowded media landscape, this podcast remains a cornerstone for authoritative news, sharp commentary, and the politics that matter.
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Meet the Press NOW — May 26 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:47
Voters head to the polls in Texas for the state’s primary runoff elections in another test of President Trump’s endorsement power. Dan Osborn joins Meet the Press NOW to explain why he’s running for Nebraska’s Senate sea…
Meet the Press NOW — May 25 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:43
President Trump offers conflicting messages on the status of peace talks with Iran after saying a deal was “largely negotiated.” NBC News correspondents discuss the latest diplomatic and economic developments. NBC News’…
May 24 — Reps. Thomas Massie and Ro Khanna, plus Reshma Saujani [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:27
Kristen Welker has exclusive interviews with Reps. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) and Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) as President Trump says a deal with Iran has been “largely negotiated,” with final terms still being worked out. Former Se…
Meet the Press NOW — May 22 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:01
Tulsi Gabbard announces she is resigning as director of national intelligence, the latest White House shakeup, as parts of President Trump’s agenda continues to face pushback from members of his own party. The Trump admi…
Meet the Press NOW - May 20 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:50
NBC News Chief Data Analyst Steve Kornacki joins Meet the Press NOW to break down primary election results and what the latest races reveal about President Donald Trump’s influence over the Republican Party. Pennsylvania…
Meet the Press NOW — May 19 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:59
Voters are casting their ballots in key primaries across six states as President Trump announces he is endorsing Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the Senate runoff. Kentucky Senate candidates Daniel Cameron (R), Char…
Meet the Press NOW — May 18 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:37
Police respond to a shooting incident at the Islamic Center of San Diego. President Trump strengthens his grip over the Republican Party after Trump-backed Rep. Julie Letlow defeats incumbent Sen. Bill Cassidy in the Lou…
May 17 — Sen. Lindsey Graham, Sen. Chris Van Hollen and James Comey [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:25
Kristen Welker interviews Sens. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) and Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) as President Trump returns to Washington after his summit in Beijing with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Former FBI Director James Comey…