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NBC News 1303 Episodes Oct 13, 2026

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.

Episodes

Meet the Press NOW — October 13
Meet the Press NOW — October 13 Oct 13, 2026 00:43:54 President Trump and Vice President JD Vance barnstorm key battleground states, hoping to boost their party despite significant political headwinds. The Vatican announces Pope Leo XIV has lung cancer and had a had a lower lobe of his right lung removed. Democratic candidate Johnny Garcia of Texas joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss his bid for the redrawn 35th congressional district. Hosted by Simp
Meet the Press NOW — October 12
Meet the Press NOW — October 12 Oct 12, 2026 00:48:55 President Trump kicks off a busy week of campaigning with a visit to Ohio as he defends a diesel deal with Russia that is drawing bipartisan criticism. Iran-backed Houthi militants attack Saudi Arabia’s airport in Riyadh in the deadliest attack on a Gulf ally since the start of the Iran War. NBC 5's Phil Prazan joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss his interview with U.S Senate candidate James Talar
Abdul El-Sayed says Democrats must win midterms by 'massive numbers': Full interview
Abdul El-Sayed says Democrats must win midterms by 'massive numbers': Full interview Oct 11, 2026 00:32:33 Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed (D) sits down for an exclusive interview with Meet the Press less than a month out from the midterm elections. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Oct. 11  — Abdul El-Sayed, Sen. Thom Tillis and Michael Lewis
Oct. 11 — Abdul El-Sayed, Sen. Thom Tillis and Michael Lewis Oct 11, 2026 00:47:21 Kristen Welker has exclusive interviews with Abdul El-Sayed and Sen. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.). Michael Lewis discusses his new book about DOGE. Stephen Hayes, former Sec. Jeh Johnson and Amna Nawaz join the roundtable. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Here’s the Scoop, Election Edition: Can You Trust the Vote?
Here’s the Scoop, Election Edition: Can You Trust the Vote? Oct 10, 2026 00:39:08 As early voting gets underway ahead of the midterms, Garrett Haake goes behind the scenes of America’s elections to ask a fundamental question: Can voters trust the results? Pennsylvania Secretary of the Commonwealth Al Schmidt explains how officials are preparing for everything from cyberattacks and AI-generated misinformation to voter intimidation and potential federal interference. Then, NBC Ne
Meet the Press NOW — October 9
Meet the Press NOW — October 9 Oct 9, 2026 00:52:53 26 million Americans are under flood alerts as Hurricane Isaias barrels towards the gulf coast. Senate candidates debate in Maine, Michigan and Georgia as President Trump and Vice President Vance hit the campaign trail. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin says ICE operations will not pause after agents shoot a man during a New York City traffic stop. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz compa
Meet the Press NOW — October 8
Meet the Press NOW — October 8 Oct 8, 2026 00:49:49 President Trump weighs striking Iran again after the midterms. Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger (R) tells NBC News he has not spoken to President Trump since their 2021 call where Trump asked him to “find” more than 11,000 votes. NBC News' Sahil Kapur goes to the big board to break down whether polls can be trusted in 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.ads
Meet the Press NOW — October 7
Meet the Press NOW — October 7 Oct 7, 2026 00:49:50 President Donald Trump hits the campaign trail in Texas as some Republican candidates seek to distance themselves from his policies. Middle East adviser to President Biden and President Trump, Brett McGurk, joins Meet the Press NOW to reflect on the 2023 Oct. 7 attacks that claimed more than 1,000 lives, sparked an international hostage crisis and triggered a humanitarian emergency. NBC News’ Rich
Meet the Press NOW — October 6
Meet the Press NOW — October 6 Oct 6, 2026 00:49:51 Republicans are facing political headwinds with just four weeks until Election Day. President Trump looks to bolster his economic agenda by signing an executive order easing restrictions of “red-dye” diesel. Chair of the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee Rep. Suzan DelBene (D-Wash.) joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss Democrats' growing target list as they look to win back the House. Hos
Meet the Press NOW — October 5
Meet the Press NOW — October 5 Oct 5, 2026 00:49:28 President Trump and Vice President Vance hit the campaign trail with just 28 days until the November midterms. Rep. Henry Cuellar (D-Texas) joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss his reelection bid after Republicans’ redistricting efforts. A news NBC News/Telemundo poll shows the majority of Latinos think the president immigration policies have gone too far. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company.
Oct. 4 — Amb. Rahm Emanuel, Sen. John Kennedy
Oct. 4 — Amb. Rahm Emanuel, Sen. John Kennedy Oct 4, 2026 00:47:25 Kristen Welker has exclusive interviews with former U.S. Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel and Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) about how both parties could fare in the midterm elections, and their own political futures. NBC News chief data correspondent Steve Kornacki discusses the new NBC News-Telemundo Latino poll. Ashley Etienne, Matt Gorman, Jonathan Martin and Julio Vaqueiro join the roundtable. Hos
Here’s the Scoop, Election Edition: Will Democrats (Finally) Turn Texas Blue?
Here’s the Scoop, Election Edition: Will Democrats (Finally) Turn Texas Blue? Oct 3, 2026 00:35:02 For decades, Texas has been the deep-red heart of the Republican Party. For Democrats, it’s the white whale. But this midterm cycle, political observers think they may have a chance. In the Senate contest, most polls show Democratic State Rep. James Talarico ahead of Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton by a few points. And in the race for governor, Democratic State Rep. Gina Hinojosa is in

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