Meet the Press Meet the Press NOW — February 2
Feb 2, 2026
Ryan Riley, NBC News senior justice reporter, breaks down the Justice Department’s release of Epstein-related files. Rep. Suhas Subramanyam, a Virginia member of the House Oversight Committee, discusses congressional oversight and calls for DOJ transparency. They dig into redaction errors, staffing and potential oversight moves. Short, topical conversations about accountability and looming legislative fights.
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Photo of Detained Child Galvanizes Outcry
- A photo of five-year-old Liam Cojino Ramos detained by ICE sparked nationwide backlash and drew attention to Minneapolis operations.
- Liam and his father were later released and returned home while their immigration case proceeds.
Democratic Divide Over DHS Funding
- Senate and House Democrats are divided over the Schumer deal, with some urging a 'no' until ICE and CBP reforms pass.
- Many Democrats view continued DHS funding as enabling agencies they consider to be operating beyond constitutional bounds.
Reform Compromises Face Deep Red Lines
- Finding a bipartisan midpoint on reforms (masks, warrants, sanctuary cities) will be extremely hard given competing red lines.
- Republicans will press their own priorities while Democrats see reform as existential to rein in enforcement practices.
