Meet the Press NOW — August 3
Aug 3, 2026 · 49m
Summary
Meet the Press covers key midterm primaries, focusing on Michigan’s Senate race between Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed, and Kansas’s gubernatorial contest featuring Cindy Holher. The episode also examines President Trump’s shifting stance on Iran strikes and Todd Blanche’s path to Attorney General confirmation after dropping the DOJ’s anti-weaponization fund. Finally, it addresses domestic abuse allegations against Ohio Congressman Max Miller and his decision to remain in the race.
Topics discussed
Uber Eats back-to-school supplies ad
Michigan Senate primary: Stevens vs. El-Sayed
Kansas Governor race: Interview with Cindy Holcomb
Election coverage promo and ads
Trump backs down from Iran strikes amid conflicting reports
Ads and transition to DOJ news
Todd Blanche AG nomination and DOJ settlement fund
Government shutdown threat and continuing resolution
Rep. Max Miller faces domestic abuse allegations
Trump monetizing Truth Social posts
Analysis of Michigan primary candidates' electability
Rep. Marcy Kaptur injured in car accident
DOJ drops case against David Hearn over Reflecting Pool
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