Meet the Press NOW - May 23

NBC News, in collaboration with Engagious, Syracuse University and Sago, talked to so-called “double haters” in Arizona in the latest installment of “The Deciders” focus group. The Cook Political Report’s Senior Editor Dave Wasserman reacts to the Supreme Court’s ruling on gerrymandering. Sahil Kapur, Danielle Pletka and former Rep. Donna Edwards (D-Md.) join the Meet the Press NOW roundtable.
00:00 Intro
00:57 Democrats and Republicans look to tackle electoral weaknesses
19:36 SCOTUS sides with Republicans on redistricting in South Carolina
25:26 Panel: Haley says she will vote from Trump over Biden
37:17 Double-hater voters open to third-party candidates
44:09 Former Trump lawyer on new evidence in classified docs case
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#Biden #Trump #2024Election

[@DavidCrisp-rv7js]

The huge disconnect is when you ask idiots a logical question and they give you a idiotic answer

[@girlfromthebronxbywayofelb7288]

Fund our public education system on a national level, not just a state level. The gaps in understanding of civics and history are frightening. And if some viewers didn't benefit from a quality public school, then media needs to step in on accurate information. Instead, this anchor said nothing. Why are you voting for a third party candidate you know nothing about? Aren't you aware that the Kennedy clan very publicly stated that RFK jr should not be supported on the basis of their family name? What was the result of a third party in 1968?? Nixon. Vote carefully everyone. 🗽💙🌊🗽

[@andielliott7721]

@@girlfromthebronxbywayofelb7288 As former teacher, it's not "money or lack of" it's the ideology of those in power who have been turning our kids against them country for decades. I watched it happen.

[@girlfromthebronxbywayofelb7288]

Academic standards and curriculum should be on a national level, not state by state. Certain red states seem to have a vested interest in starving their public schools and creating undereducated students. Undereducated voters seek less engagement with their representatives, are less likely to unionize, more likely to settle for low wage dead end jobs, less likely to demand accurate curriculum and fully stocked school libraries, etc.

[@alvieroach1368]

How about mandatory graduation requirements. Not remedial school or GED. Actual high school. By age 30 or so, maybe they will graduate. lol

[@girlfromthebronxbywayofelb7288]

Not sure what you mean by "remedial school"? GED is a necessary option because sometimes life happens and interrupts schooling. GED provides a pathway to fill that gap. Most GED programs include classroom instruction to prepare for the exam. A high GED score can be used as a pathway to college. A person who returns to complete their education at age 30 is an inspiring thing! Older students are highly motivated because they are back in school for all the right reasons, not taken to school by their parents even though they don't want to be there. Enjoy, be well.

[@kmlund42]

It isn’t just groceries, it is housing, insurance, healthcare, and medications.

[@gretchengraef3012]

All of a sudden the people saying kneeling is disrespect towards the flag are ok with using it incorrectly. And the guy blaming it on his wife is reprehensible.

[@maemiller9164]

Congresswoman Rashida Tliab has a Palestinian flag outside her Capitol office. Was she elected to represent Palestinians or Americans?

[@mariehelena2364]

@@maemiller9164 Vote her out.

[@gretchengraef3012]

@@maemiller9164 Deflection. We're talking about Alito. The question remains why is kneeling disrespectful while Alito is not following the rules for property displaying the US flag.

[@reneeday7668]

They just can't stay on topic. Reflect as always​@@gretchengraef3012

[@angelmendez2211]

@@maemiller9164 yet a congressmen was wearing a idf uniform.

[@user-jx4ot6it5k]

Oh my gosh what dip stick would fall for Biden temporarily shutting down the border like that’s not a political play….

[@mariehelena2364]

It would help. We need to stop the bleeding of these people streaming into the country. I'm fine with it while a longer term solution is worked on.

[@ernestchacon4928]

My maternal grandparents crossed the border from Mexico in 1924 and learned to read, speak and write English. I'm a second generation citizen and our family now has 4 generations here, we're committed to our civil and military duties including the American Legion and are doing just fine.

[@kevinstancil8168]

Different times it's not just people from Mexico coming...They are coming from a 180 different countries, some ran by terrorist groups.

[@matthew-jy5jp]

Well said my friend. Most people that come here do want to try their best to have a good life. This immigrant talk is nothing more then the base alloy of racism and nationalism and fascism cloaked in religion and patriotism. The republican party and trump are disgusting. President Biden is a good man and whether republican voters know it or not, President Biden cares for all his people. That is what a president is supposed to do

[@phil7314]

WHO ARE THESE PEOPLE POLLING?

[@user-dr8gq2jt6h]

Imaginary people or one-sided and I don't believe they even pull I think they just put out the information they want to put out to make it sound what they want

[@girlfromthebronxbywayofelb7288]

The only poll that matters is the ballot box. 🗽💙🌊🗽

[@lkfs55]

I don’t believe the polls either. People I talk to will vote blue up and down the ticket to get rid of the crazies. I’m talking about people who have been traditional republicans. My husband being one of them who didn’t and would never vote for DJT.

[@terrierqueen4091]

Want a hint? Think "gerrymandering." Hand-picked to generate DESIRED results.

[@maemiller9164]

They randomly poll a 'representative sample' of registered voters. I recently answered a call saying it was a poll. They asked who I thought was better for our country, Biden or Trump. When I said Trump, they hung up on me. 🤗 Gave me a warm, fuzzy feeling.

[@Naheenmather]

Double haters? You could have spun that in a positive direction. Talk about labels.

[@setaglm7285]

I would appreciate this program stating the FACTS to survey participants before asking what the think about a given topic. Their weigh in doesn’t amount to much if they don’t know the truth of what they are speaking to. What a great public service that would be.

[@kimkrause8841]

Then why did the judge put up the new flag in his other residence. It is to make a statement and this lady who saying it’s not a statement wake up the judge is trying to cause trouble.

[@jspuhler66]

A woman does have a right to choose if she wants to get pregnant or not. But once a new life is created, that ship has sailed. Abortion and birth control are not the same thing!

[@robertatruesdale8217]

Lest we forget this nation is ONE NATION, under God for liberty and justice for all.Lest we forget! Who lived, fought, & sacrificing their lives. Lest we forget!

[@lizgander9172]

Trump has never said or shown any respect for veterans. And he’s a draft dodger.

[@terrierqueen4091]

While the words "under God" were only added to the Pledge of Allegiance in the 1950s, I have to agree. We are ONE nation. We owe our allegiance to our COUNTRY first. Our lawmakers need to keep us all in mind when legislating, not just the loud minority.

[@martin2289]

@@terrierqueen4091 That "under God" provision is more specious and irksome than ever.

[@andielliott7721]

@@martin2289 Only to some.....

[@user-pr8cw7zx1t]

Under God, eh ! Where do you get this nonsense from ? Oh yes , from a bronze / iron age superstitious ignorant source !

[@igalvis1168]

Why is it that all these voters that are undecided, are usually always just uninformed. Just goes to show how many people take voting for granted. Make voting in person a federal holiday and have a dedicated platform to inform the general public without opinions, just facts.

[@Omni0404]

They want concessions. "If you want my vote, do X."

[@luv2roam879]

If Trump claims the Republican Party is 98% MAGA why refer to it as Republican Party?

[@TyroneNorwood]

Make voting mandatory for every citizen..

[@Scubidu-ni6ny]

I’m handicapped and bedridden at times so it’s impossible for me vote in person. Those mail in ballots have given me the opportunity to participate in one of basic principles of democracy.

[@girlfromthebronxbywayofelb7288]

Doesn't Australia use mandatory voting? Seems to work for them...

[@leonarddarson447]

Sorry Republican B. But our US Marines planted that Flag as what this country faught and stood for. How dare any any American disrespect out flag. And especially a US Supreme Court Justice. How dare he !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Scubidu-ni6ny]

👍👌🏻🤙🏻

[@leslieaharden6183]

If congress was disallowed to accept any money, in any way, from anyone (over what voters are allowed to contribute-$1.00 or is it up to $100.) this country would be ethical and not in financial trouble right now.

[@user-gi2sv2pf4y]

Try $2000

[@joancooney7724]

Troll

[@onceuponadime978]

Scotus has thrown away any pretense of being above politics. Idk why we even listen to them anymore. They ignore their own precedent, that to me says that nothing theyve ever said means anything.

[@stefonfrench5915]

Kristen Welker is so pathetic at her reporting. I can’t even stomach MTP anymore.

[@LouieManza]

Yeah, she's pretty bad.

[@THan-uj7br]

Can't even justify your hateful opinion....can you? It's all good if you don't like Ms. Welker....just reason why your words and feelings are hateful. Currently, you're just wasting your words....fyi.

[@aktech3271]

She loves to say what trumps thinks instead of focusing on the one running the country

[@JSM.]

She's a bias propagandist.

[@yolandacreag8582]

Yes she is awful

[@zacharythomas8617]

Literally fanning the flames of hate now.

[@sick586]

May Allah bless you all. It was an honor taking part in this session with my teachers, Shaykh Abdullah and Shaykh Omar. May Allah accept from them, the Yaqeen team and all of us.

[@annabnan]

Inshallah as the world crisis progresses the smartest thing people do lately is building a strong investment that isn't controlled by the government. Like digital currencies.📌

[@mayk06]

That is very true, thanks brother for that kindly advice I was having a tough time until I started.

[@mmnyilmaz]

I started back in 2019 then I had to sell off some landed properties No one's depends on salaries this days

[@schimmelreiter1990]

That's really interesting! I've been thinking about investing in digital currencies lately but wondering how to do it, do anyone have any thought on that?♥️

[@megzworld1]

To avoid losses as a and enhance profits as a newbie you'll need to consult a professional

[@JaniceCresswell]

What difference does it make to close the boarder when he is flying them in. Kinda like cutting your nose off to spite your face. Stupied.

[@magnerash42069]

There isn’t a republican today that isn’t a complete bad faith debater. And this blonde lady is no different. So so so disappointing and discouraging.

[@Shadowman-1960]

*President Trump is a Superstar! Even More than President Kennedy was!*

[@martin2289]

How could it be otherwise? They're all apologists for evil and defenders of the indefensible.

[@Shadowman-1960]

@@martin2289 What evil?

[@janetgilmore8006]

When they start taking away your rights were dose it end what's next ?

[@sherribogdanowicz9120]

Since the 80's All [R] Administration

[@SandyWolf-]

Im independent and will vote for Biden simply because i rather have a politician than a conman criminal ! Trump will spend 4 years trying to get even with his haters 😮We need a leader not a ventitious bitter man!

[@gregblum7484]

Boarder economy energy police woke and foreign policies and no common sense.... are you sure 😂😂

[@trishabloomer9987]

Brilliant

[@DaydreamBreaks]

RFK is your man then! Let’s go!

[@bonbons2093]

@@gregblum7484 Here’s your issues look at those grocery stores we shop at look who owns them, who they support, and Who they are donating millions to And what their profits are right now Food for thought. The billionaire/ corporate, plan is to get trump back in office to satisfy their taxes and tax breaks They have been making prices much worse right now during the Biden administration to make the average US citizens complain about the high prices. Biden's not playing this corporate elite corruption game. Trumps created inflation false narrative …gas, and food prices And here’s the supporting evidence .

[@matthewhannigan4666]

I hate when politicians say the American voter is smart. They're not. And I'm an American living in real America; New Jersey: a state that can't fit 100,000 people at low tide in Wildwood. Help us Flying Spaghetti Monster, you're our only hope.

[@debbielund8853]

Trump

[@trishabloomer9987]

Oh Mitch you need to GO GO

[@kirtjames1353]

Biden needs to take executive action on the border. Solve the problem while taking away one of Trumps policy lies.

[@patjager6932]

You're delusional!😂

[@LouieManza]

True, however it's only a bandaid on huge gash.

[@LouieManza]

​@@patjager6932Who sabotaged Lankford's border bill? It wasn't Biden. Stop lying.

[@phil7314]

These republicans keep calling Biden senile but he outsmart them on every turn.

[@Sgt_Zig]

He's got a LOT of lies to contend with but it would be a start 🤷

[@offthagridotg9335]

The fact this reporter still has a job is amazing.

[@adamg6133]

"By the way this happened AFTER Trump had stopped disputing the election" What? Have you listened to him at all? He's still disputing the results of the election.

[@janislentz9861]

Trump disputes the 2020 election results every day! He’s insane!!!

[@danadams6477]

Danielle Pletka, Sally Jesse Raphael called. She wants her glasses back. Pletka needs to read up on American flag etiquette. Obviously, she is not a patriot.

[@gingerrobbins8743]

Prices still too high! GASOLINE prices way to high, open up the permits, start pumping U.S. oil again! Build our reserve back up again!🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@suzannemcclure7412]

David Wasserman is so right on about Biden-trump odds. He has certainly done his homework!

[@gretchengraef3012]

There are rules for how to display the flag and it looks like it's OK for Alito or his wife to break them.

[@christidavis6182]

Meet the Press NOW - May 23

[@otiswheeler7704]

You know that Supreme Court can’t even have any look of political side

[@KetchupSamurai]

Why is it whenever I hear the "Meet the Press NOW" theme song I think its a Star Wars X-Wing vs Tie-Fighters scene?

[@user-gi2sv2pf4y]

There was a Republican platform for 2020. Only one page. In summary, It said "What ever Trump says."

[@user-qz6ci3ll4l]

Chaos is the same as catastrophic. Haley means Trump and Biden are her 😅 Trump is right. Nikki Haley has birdbrain.

[@mariehelena2364]

Nikki is no dummy nor birdbrain. Getting elected statewide in the Deep South as a woman never mind of color is no accident.

[@alitabrizi8462]

The guy who posted , it's not a crime to pay for services rendered, just you know he is charged with falsifying business records to cover up the payment so the story does not come out before election. You guys so deep in the cult that deny any facts.

[@user-ty9ho4ct4k]

Donna killed it

[@gretchengraef3012]

What BS from the blond lady.

[@sherribogdanowicz9120]

If It's THURSDAY!?? WHAT?

[@dawnfinn3843]

When news people talk smack on one candidate makes me sick. News people shut your traps and let us decide. You dont report the news, if you did there would be news out there on Bidens acomplishments, there would be news out there on Trumps crimes and lies. Get your act together and quit giving your opinion.

[@abelab3785]

Border no longer the most important issue since abortion ban.

[@maemiller9164]

Oh, stop it! Abortion has not been banned! Women may have to drive a little further to an abortion clinic but they can still get abortions.

[@dianehoyt]

So he doesn't have the right to tell his wife to take down the flag but he has the right to take my rights away as a woman.

[@LouieManza]

Imagine. If Alito can't stand up to his wife then he wouldn't be able to stand up to peer pressure either. What a weak argument. 😅

[@josediaz-alban5512]

MTP can try to coin "double hater", but there is only one "Florida, Florida, Florida". And that came organically. RIP Tim. MTP, please stop using double hater. So wack.

[@haji1740]

'Double Haters' You insult me with your childish characterization. I will vote as I see fit, not due to hate, but through care. Meet The Press has lost my respect as a news provider, but i continue to tune in , in hopes of listening to a guest with a bit of sense.

[@earthn1447]

?? She has a son! She is a mother! A mother does whatever is necessary to look at the future of her children - sticking it out is for Baron. That’s it. I’ll never understand how so many ignore this.

[@ruthjara-garcia5162]

Get in touch with the people not politicians

[@alvieroach1368]

Did they check to see if the focus group participants graduated high school?

[@andrekeefer2034]

Why is foreign policy not part of the discussion?

[@RC-gg4xs]

Do you want your vote to count or not in the future? If so vote,blue.

[@ktbn22]

What law are the Republicans going to make that will take away your right to vote? Unless you are illegally here....

[@ktbn22]

What law are the Republicans going to take away or make thst you won't be able to vote? Unless you are here illegally

[@RC-gg4xs]

@@ktbn22 stop it with all the illegal crap. Illegals can't vote already. And if you don't have a clue on what the repubs tend to do, then you are complicit.

[@That1_89]

You people keep saying this crap. Really? How exactly are Republicans going to "destroy our democracy"? You just hear them say that "Trump is going to destroy our democracy " and take it as facts . You people wonder why you are called sheep. You follow the crowd even if its led by a decrepit"well meaning elderly man with a poor memory." 😂

[@williamgrant9167]

Listening to these people speak is very worrisome for the future of our country.

[@marcypeterson4245]

a fair weather vane that flows with any wind...

[@stevesmith2267]

"Exec action to shut down the border" - BFD damage is done, thanks Mr Burden.

[@diannaashley6243]

Character matters-something the GOP has not yet realized 😶‍🌫️

[@andrekeefer2034]

The bigger issue for all voters should be the warmongering, the rest is just fluff.

[@renbukancho]

Hypothetically talk about the border this late 😅

[@jesse-blueforrest2953]

Why aren’t you covering the ICJ decision for Israel?

[@eugenepruitt4369]

They already knew all of this. Nothing new to them. Pretty much start plans are not working. Change of heart.

[@marcypeterson4245]

Kristen, your jacket is beautiful and NAVY!!!

[@DavidCrisp-rv7js]

The redheaded four eye guy there is such a total trumpster, he may pretend not to be or try to be neutral, but by his comments you can tell he's 100% for Trump

[@DavidCrisp-rv7js]

They did have a sign that said no loitering or camping, I was doing either one, I was just waiting for the store to open in the morning so I can buy more products, and then try to find a place to stay here

[@GLN14659]

Mitch is barely holding on....pathetic

[@williamturner6527]

All I have to say is if you want four more years of this crap your mentality is in question!

[@markguerin701]

Your right ! We need to put biden and them democraps out of office ! I just luve paying 60% more for fuel !

[@joancooney7724]

Do you even have any kind of Mental Capacity Troll

[@suzannemcclure7412]

I am sickened that Nikki Haley is going to vote for trump, jeeez!

[@zacharythomas8617]

It's always about power.

[@DebbieBurnett-zs6dd]

SAD DAYS FOR A CITIZEN

[@sherribogdanowicz9120]

BROKEN MEDIA RECORD!!!!😢

[@zacharythomas8617]

The Capitalist Class is your master. Bow.

[@Bigfield47]

It would be interesting to know who they trust with the countries classified information.

[@otiswheeler7704]

They think that the people are stupid

[@rickystarling2863]

Why can't we have age limits in the White House, Congress, Etc?

[@dstarrII8442]

The only reason why the polls show equality between Trump and Biden is because the media needs them to show that!!

[@glentreasure2466]

It doesn’t matter what people said they’re going to do what’s going to do since it was that

[@ggjohnson5754]

Well Mitch, why didn't trump do it then????

[@debbielund8853]

Not just shut down but clean up all his mess

[@shelbyminnick7959]

Mister Mitch… you’re part of the stalemate.😡

[@futureglobal7258]

Don’t waste time, money and human resources on double haters. They’re not going to vote & will only distract from persuadable voters. Ignore them.

[@leonarddarson447]

VOTE BLUE TICKET BALLOT ALL THE WAY DOWN THE BALLOT 2024 💙🔵💙🔵💙🔵💙🔵 !!!!

[@trishabloomer9987]

💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙

[@julienielsen4462]

Biden is wandering a sign of dementia.

[@DavidCrisp-rv7js]

At first I thought it was because I had Texas license plates, I don't understand why the guy single me out in the middle of the parking lot, when does or 10 and he couldn't see inside the car, he had to put his headlights on the car and and put his flashlight in the window to even see I was in the car

[@mickeywood3012]

What happens if Trump decides he doesn't want to give up his crown?

[@Mary9beth]

I believe If there not doing there homework on RFK there just don’t do any homework at all.

[@edrosado349]

Tea Party - "Don't tread on me" Flag

[@jennylundindraper1297]

Why doesn’t Welker ever talk about Project 2025 by the Heritage Foundation and co. - Trump? This is a significant threat to our system as it has stood for well over 200 years. The economy is growing, inflation stable and border security addressed as a bipartisan issue, but the MAGA Far Right is a threat to the foundation of our democratic republic…

[@jimwiskus8862]

These people being interviewed about Biden & Trump on the border are big time myopic.

[@terrierqueen4091]

Pletka was WAY to kind. The term "mercurial" implies he is also clever, lively. Nothing could be farther from the truth. If she wanted to avoid expletives, she could have just said "bat guano."

[@aj_tha_snkrhead136]

shutting the border down temporarily show that after he get 4 more years he just going open it back up

[@petefein]

What is happening to where I live!?

[@5437Tmoney]

They could have acted unilaterally anytime

[@greggrichmond31]

NICKY HALEY IS A FLIP FLOPER

[@kevinstancil8168]

Career politician

[@onceuponadime978]

Im really disappointed in nikki hali...

[@trishabloomer9987]

VOTE BLUE 🇺🇸💙🇺🇸💙🇺🇸💙🇺🇸

[@alphaomega8373]

I am more interested in why they want to keep they countrymen out.

[@DavidCrisp-rv7js]

Then I have a Walmart manager lying to me, telling me city ordinance says I couldn't park in the parking lot after they close, I called the city they said no that was a lie, the sheriff department verified it, I guarantee you nothing's done so that manager, I told the store manager about what she did, but I know how those corporations work, I'm just one person who bought some stuff from there, my voice doesn't mean nothing

[@Josh-lq8bx]

Mitch McConnell needs to retire from Congress.

[@elizabethgallaghergallaghe8022]

Just to say I don't think the government even had anything to do with Africa (Gana)or Nigeris. In general I would not recommend any visits at all. We don't want them in the UK or America anyway. Not forgetting Africa were the Aids Charity Le Soto. Also Australia New Zealand Canada . I think maybe Russia China And outer Mongolia. What does anyone else rhink .

[@Money_Facer]

Remember, republicans started this crap back in the 80's.

[@martin2289]

"But out of the billowing smoke and dust of tweets and trivia emerged Gingrich, once again ready to lead those who won’t be intimated by the political elite and are ready to take on the challenges America faces."

[@112233JORDAN]

Biden is in office now and failing. But spin all you wish. Yall said a wall was racist. Now you all are saying "Why didnt Trump finish." The far left is so comedic with their poor logic and flip floping on every issue, simply following their politicans and media spin.

[@Shelly-gm4kz]

Omg. The abortion right does not depend on how you personally feel. Of course no one ever wants to get one but you are not being asked to decide for yourself. The decision is fairness to women to have a choice. The question is not whether you would choose to abort, it is whether you want scared and desperate women to have a choice that affects their future. To be honest, abortion is a simple procedure, it is not a horrifying experience as you, the entitled people, seem to think. It is a personal choice that does not require anyone else's opinions or restrictions. This is coming from someone who is thankful that I was fortunate enough to have legal and safe abortions when I was not ready for parenthood, emotionally or financially.

[@julienielsen4462]

I think Americans need to get stricter and responsable, millions of abortions is just a lack of responsability.

[@007peeper1]

I have concerns about people's mentality that they think Trump is a better person. Wth.

[@rexcandy]

The length for bill included building more wall and hiring more border agents the democrats need to emphasize this over and over

[@heathw4739]

I don't like normalizing the use of Executive Actions. MAGA has been determined to force Biden to take Executive Actions on every little thing and I think that normalizes autocracy. Not good for bipartisanship and democracy.

[@gretchengraef3012]

Then they'll say he overstepped like they said about Obama

[@MickToo]

How many executive actions did Biden sign in the first month of his presidency?

[@heathw4739]

@@MickToo 0

[@MickToo]

@@heathw4739 wow you uneducated ignorance is clear! He signed more than a dozen in the first hours and over 60 in his first hundred days. A simple google search could have saved you from that ridiculous comment.

[@MickToo]

@@heathw4739 a simple google search says you are wrong. He signed a dozen in his first hours and sixty in his first hundred days.