Meet the Press NOW — May 22

Meet the Press NOW — May 22

Author: NBC News May 23, 2026 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 administration announces green card applicants seeking permanent residency in the U.S. must do so from their home country. Denise Powell (D-Neb.) joins Meet the Press NOW as she looks to flip the seat held by retiring Rep. Don Bacon.

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 5 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:51
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Meet the Press NOW — May 4 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:57
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May 3 — Acting AG Todd Blanche and Sen. Adam Schiff [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:33
Kristen Welker speaks exclusively with acting Attorney General Todd Blanche and Sen. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) as the war with Iran passes the 60-day mark. Julia Ainsley, fmr. Rep. Val Demings (D-Fla.), Amna Nawaz and Marc…
Meet the Press NOW — May 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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 Correspon…
Meet the Press NOW — April 30 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:51
Rep. James Walkinshaw (D-Va.) discusses the mounting pressure President Trump faces to have the Iran War approved by Congress. Trump signs a bill to end the 75-day DHS shutdown. Gov. Janet Mills (D-Maine) suspends her ca…
Meet the Press NOW — April 29 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:58
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Meet the Press NOW — April 28 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:56
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Meet the Press NOW — April 27 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:50
White House Correspondents' Dinner shooter Cole Tomas Allen is charged with attempting to assassinate President Trump as new details emerge about the incident and his motivations. Expert in extremism and polarization Cyn…
Meet the Press NOW — April 24 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:59
President Trump dispatches Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and his son-in-law Jared Kushner to Islamabad, Pakistan for talks with Iranian officials. Former Trump White House attorney Ty Cobb reacts to the Department of Justi…