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NBC News’ Meet the Press is the longest-running television show in history. If it’s Sunday, it’s Meet the Press with Kristen Welker.
Meet the Press NOW airs weekdays at 4PM ET on NBC News NOW.
Meet the Press NOW airs weekdays at 4PM ET on NBC News NOW.
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Mar 20, 2026 • 50min
Meet the Press NOW — March 20
Michael Leiter, Israeli ambassador to the U.S. and former national security official, discusses Israel–U.S. coordination and military objectives. He addresses differing views on regime change and the risks of escalation. He also outlines concerns about northern border security, Hezbollah, and limited ground operations.

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Mar 19, 2026 • 52min
Meet the Press NOW — March 19
John Kilduff, energy industry analyst and founding partner of Again Capital, gives market analysis on oil prices and supply impacts. He breaks down how recent strikes in the Middle East moved markets. He discusses repair timelines for damaged energy infrastructure and what that could mean for prices in early April.

Mar 18, 2026 • 50min
Meet the Press NOW – March 18
Tulsi Gabbard, former U.S. Representative and Director of National Intelligence who testified to Congress on Iran, discusses national security. She addresses Iran’s capabilities and U.S. military strikes. Conversations cover maritime threats near the Strait of Hormuz and implications of recent regional escalations.

Mar 17, 2026 • 50min
Meet the Press NOW — March 17
Steve Kornacki, NBC News chief data analyst known for live electoral breakdowns, previews the Illinois primary map and key competitive House and Senate districts. He highlights which races to watch and how voting patterns could shift tonight. Short, clear takes on the most pivotal contests and maps to monitor.

Mar 16, 2026 • 1h
Meet the Press NOW — March 16
Matt Bradley, NBC News international correspondent on-the-ground in Israel reports on daily life amid sirens. Courtney Kube, NBC senior national security correspondent analyzes military options, intelligence and off-ramps for the president. Monica Alba, NBC White House correspondent covers diplomatic and coalition efforts around Iran. They discuss the Strait of Hormuz, allied reactions, oil price impacts, and the feasibility of a multinational military effort.

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Mar 15, 2026 • 47min
March 15 — Sec. Chris Wright, Sen. Adam Schiff and Thomas Friedman
Thomas Friedman, NYT columnist known for foreign-policy analysis; Sen. Adam Schiff, California Democrat and national-security critic; Energy Secretary Chris Wright, leads U.S. energy policy. They dissect the Iran conflict's regional fallout, soaring fuel prices and Strait of Hormuz risks. Short-term market shocks, sanctions, securitization of shipping and political implications drive the conversation.

Mar 13, 2026 • 53min
Meet the Press NOW — March 13
Valerie Foushee, U.S. Representative from North Carolina focusing on affordability and defending democracy. Jeh Johnson, former Homeland Security Secretary with national security and DHS expertise. Ryan Nobles, NBC correspondent reporting on the Old Dominion University shooting. They discuss Iran and maritime threats, DHS funding and aviation security, and breaking developments in the ODU investigation.

Mar 12, 2026 • 53min
Meet the Press NOW — March 12
Richard Engel, NBC foreign correspondent with deep Middle East experience, and Tom Winter, national law enforcement and intelligence reporter, discuss a synagogue vehicle attack and an Old Dominion shooting tied to an ISIS conviction. They cover heightened law enforcement responses, Iran-related shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, growing Hezbollah involvement, and global oil market reactions.

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Mar 11, 2026 • 52min
Meet the Press NOW – March 11
Kevin Cramer, U.S. Senator from North Dakota, defends Senate procedure while weighing energy and foreign policy. John Bolton, former national security adviser and U.N. ambassador, pushes for a stronger case and tougher Iran strategy. They debate Iran’s regional impact, oil market volatility, Senate filibuster dynamics, and political trade-offs in short, pointed conversations.

Mar 10, 2026 • 50min
Meet the Press NOW — March 10
Roger Marshall, U.S. senator from Kansas and Republican lawmaker, discusses national security and legislative priorities. He talks about the recent U.S. strikes on Iran and war powers timelines. He addresses the prospect of ground forces, sanctions and oil policy flexibility. He also covers the push for the SAVE America Act and political dynamics around its passage.


