Meet the Press NOW — September 1
Summary
Host Monica Alba examines rising gas prices driven by US strikes on Iran and a trade war with Canada, featuring analysis from NBC reporters Jonathan Allen and Ali Canales. The episode covers a whistleblower’s warning that a rushed USPS system for mail-in ballots could disrupt the midterms. Additionally, Alba interviews Massachusetts Democratic primary challengers Seth Moulton and Patrick Routh, who are running against veteran incumbents Ed Markey and Stephen Lynch, respectively.
Topics discussed
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President meets oil execs amid Iran strikes and gas prices
Analysis: Coherent strategy on Iran and gas prices?
Economic impact: Refining capacity and mortgage rates
Rep. Lisa McClain on gas prices and Iran policy
McClain on broken promises, trade, and inflation
Debate on tax policy and political rhetoric
Lindsay Clancy trial: Jury deadlocked, mistrial risk
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Whistleblower complaint on USPS mail ballot system
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Massachusetts primaries: Markey vs. Moulton analysis
Interview: Seth Moulton challenges Ed Markey
Interview: Patrick Ruffio challenges Steve Lynch
Congress averts shutdown; legislative calendar outlook
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