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Aug 13
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Meet the Press NOW — August 13

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Texas House Democratic Caucus Chair Gene Wu responds to reports that his caucus may be returning to Texas after fleeing to block a vote on the new congressional map drawn by Republicans. Former Amb. Richard Haass shares his thoughts on what a potential Russia-Ukraine ceasefire deal could look like as President Donald Trump heads to talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin. NBC News Correspondents Courtney Kube and Julia Ainsley report from Washington, D.C., where President Trump has deployed the National Guard and federalized the city’s police.
 

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