Meet the Press Meet the Press NOW – January 23
Jan 23, 2025
Former President Donald Trump discusses his executive orders, focusing on immigration policies and border security. Gabe Gutierrez, NBC News Senior White House Correspondent, provides insights into the legal challenges Trump faces over these reforms. Meanwhile, Rep. Mike Lawler and Rep. Brittany Pettersen engage in a bipartisan talk about modernizing Congress, including proxy voting for new parents. The conversation also touches on the current political landscape and the complexity of shaping immigration policy amid ongoing debates.
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Border Crossings and Legislation
- Border crossings are down, possibly due to Trump's rhetoric and policies.
- The Lakin-Riley Act, aimed at detaining migrants charged with non-violent crimes, passed with bipartisan support.
Expanding Deportation Capacity
- The Trump administration plans to increase ICE's deportation capacity with help from other federal agencies.
- This is due to ICE facing a budget shortfall and needing more manpower.
Public Opinion on Deportations
- While many Americans support Trump's immigration stance, there's less support for specific policies like family separation and military involvement in detentions.
- Public opinion may shift depending on how mass deportations are carried out.