Meet the Press NOW — May 27
Summary
TLDRThe NBC News Now segment covered a range of critical issues. Former President Donald Trump faces his criminal hush money trial, with deliberations beginning and the potential to impact the political landscape. Internationally, the deadly strike in Rafah and the response from Prime Minister Netanyahu, along with the U.S.'s role in global conflicts, were discussed. Severe weather events sweeping the U.S. have caused deaths and raised concerns about climate change's impact on future natural disasters. The program also highlighted the challenges military families face in accessing childcare, a pressing issue exacerbated by staffing shortages and frequent relocations.
Takeaways
- 📢 Former President Donald Trump is facing a criminal hush money trial in New York, with deliberations set to begin, marking an unprecedented event in American politics.
- 🎙️ Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu acknowledged a strike that resulted in dozens of deaths, calling it a 'tragic incident', amidst global calls for an immediate ceasefire.
- 🌩️ Severe thunderstorms have swept across the U.S., killing at least 21 people, with tens of millions bracing for more extreme weather conditions.
- 👨⚖️ Trump's campaign is preparing for all outcomes of the trial, with potential impacts on voter support and the political landscape.
- 🏛️ The trial's closing arguments are crucial, as they will leave the last impression on the jury, who will decide the legal fate of the former president.
- 🌐 The U.S. is expecting an unusually active hurricane season in the Atlantic due to La Niña conditions and human-caused climate change.
- 🌊 The increased intensity and rapid intensification of hurricanes are a concern for regions far from the coast, with flooding causing significant damage and loss of life.
- 👶 There is a significant childcare challenge faced by military families, with frequent moves and limited options causing financial and emotional strain.
- 🛑 President Biden paid tribute to fallen U.S. servicemembers during Memorial Day, emphasizing the importance of democracy and unity.
- 🚨 A bipartisan congressional delegation visited Taiwan amidst Chinese military exercises, showing support for the island and its democracy.
Q & A
What significant event is set to begin tomorrow in New York involving former President Donald Trump?
-The jury begins deliberations in former President Donald Trump's criminal hush money trial.
What was the reaction of former President Donald Trump when he was booed at an event?
-The transcript does not provide specific details on Trump's reaction to being booed, but it mentions that he was met by a course of booing.
What is the context behind Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu acknowledging a strike that killed dozens?
-Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu acknowledged a strike that killed dozens, calling it a 'tragic incident', which involved a global combination and new calls for an immediate ceasefire.
How many people were reported dead due to severe thunderstorms sweeping across the U.S.?
-At least 21 people were reported dead due to severe thunderstorms.
What is the significance of the week being described as 'unprecedented' in American politics?
-The week is described as unprecedented because the jury will deliberate the legal fate of the former president, who is also his presumptive presidential nominee.
Why did Trump not submit the appropriate paperwork to be considered at the Libertarian Convention?
-Trump did not submit the paperwork because he is the presumptive nominee for the Republican Party and cannot become the nominee for the Libertarian Party due to the rules.
What is the potential impact of the hush money trial's verdict on voters' perception of Trump?
-The verdict could influence voters, especially soft Republicans and soft Democrats, who might reconsider their support if Trump is convicted.
What was the tragic incident involving a deadly strike on a camp in Rafah?
-A deadly strike on a camp in Rafah resulted in the death of 45 people, many of them women and children, and left over 200 injured. The area targeted was not part of the IDF declared safe zone.
What is the U.S. stance on the recent deadly strike in Rafah involving civilians?
-The U.S. is working with Israeli officials and partners to investigate what happened. They acknowledge Israel's right to defend itself and go after Hamas but emphasize the need to protect Palestinian civilians.
How might the upcoming hurricane season be affected by La Nina conditions and climate change?
-The hurricane season may be unusually active due to La Nina conditions and human-caused climate change, which can lead to more intense hurricanes that intensify faster.
Outlines
📢 Former President Trump's Hush Money Trial and Political Impact
The trial of former President Donald Trump regarding hush money payments begins deliberations, with the outcome potentially influencing American politics. Trump was booed at a recent Libertarian Convention, indicating a possible shift in public sentiment. The trial's conclusion, whether guilty or not guilty, is expected to usher in a new phase in the political landscape. The discussion also revolves around Trump's strategy and the Republican party's response to the trial's implications.
🏛️ Legal Analysis of Trump's Hush Money Trial and Jury Deliberations
Legal analysts discuss the intricacies of Trump's hush money trial, emphasizing the importance of closing arguments and jury instructions. The process in New York State is highlighted, where the defense presents closing arguments first, followed by the prosecution. The significance of the prosecution's burden of proof beyond a reasonable doubt and the impact of the last voice heard by the jurors is underscored. The unpredictability of the jury's decision timeline is also noted.
🗳️ Political Implications of Trump's Trial Verdict and Election Prospects
Experts weigh in on the potential political ramifications of the trial's verdict on Trump's image and his chances in the upcoming election. They discuss how Trump's portrayal of himself as a victim of wrongful prosecution could resonate with his political base, while also considering the impact on persuadable voters. The conversation also explores the possible effects if Trump were to run for president as a convicted felon and how the Biden campaign might respond.
🌩️ Severe Weather Events and Climate Change Impact on Hurricane Season
The discussion shifts to the recent severe weather events across the U.S., which have resulted in fatalities and widespread damage. Experts warn of an unusually active hurricane season in the Atlantic due to La Niña conditions and human-induced climate change. The increased intensity and rapid intensification of storms are highlighted as major concerns, with advice for individuals to prepare and stay informed about flood zones.
🌪️ Climate Change and Its Effects on Hurricane Intensity and Inland Impact
The conversation delves deeper into how climate change is affecting hurricane patterns, with a focus on increased intensity and the potential for storms to impact inland areas that are not traditionally considered at risk. The importance of preparation and awareness is stressed, as the effects of flooding can extend far beyond coastal regions, affecting states like New York and Massachusetts.
🛡️ U.S. Support for Taiwan in the Face of Chinese Military Aggression
The situation in Taiwan is discussed, with U.S. lawmakers visiting Taiwan amidst Chinese military exercises around the island. The visit signifies support for Taiwan and a demonstration of commitment to standing up to China's aggression. The potential implications for U.S.-China relations and the role of Congress in supporting Taiwan's defense are explored.
🤝 Bipartisan Congressional Support for Taiwan Amidst China Tensions
The bipartisan nature of U.S. support for Taiwan is emphasized, with lawmakers from both parties standing together in solidarity. The visit by U.S. lawmakers to Taiwan is seen as a significant gesture amidst escalating tensions with China. The potential for U.S. military involvement in the event of an invasion is considered, highlighting the complexity of the situation.
🕊️ President Biden's Memorial Day Tribute to Fallen Servicemembers
President Biden's Memorial Day address is highlighted, where he pays tribute to fallen U.S. servicemembers and reflects on the importance of democracy and unity. The speech underscores the sacrifices made by military personnel and the need for the nation to come together in honoring their service.
👨👩👧👦 Childcare Challenges Facing U.S. Military Families
The unique obstacles military families face in accessing childcare are discussed, with a focus on the difficulties caused by frequent relocations, limited options, and long waitlists. The impact of these challenges on the financial and emotional well-being of military families is highlighted, along with efforts by the Department of Defense to recruit more childcare workers.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Deliberations
💡Unity Tour
💡Presumptive Nominee
💡Hush Money Trial
💡Libertarian Party
💡Severe Thunderstorms
💡Meet the Press
💡Unprecedented Week
💡Ceasefire
💡Legal Analyst
💡Climate Change
💡La Niña
Highlights
Former President Donald Trump's criminal hush money trial begins deliberations, marking a historic moment in American politics.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu acknowledges a tragic incident involving a strike that killed dozens, calling for an immediate ceasefire.
Severe thunderstorms sweep across the U.S., killing at least 21 people, with tens of millions bracing for more extreme weather.
NBC News discusses the unprecedented week in American politics with the jury set to deliberate on Trump's legal fate.
Trump speaks at the Libertarian Convention, aiming to unify and reach out to a broader range of voters.
Trump's campaign strategy includes unconventional venues, reflecting his ties to the courtroom and efforts to expand his voter base.
Analysts discuss the potential impact of the trial's verdict on Trump's presidential nomination and public perception.
The importance of closing arguments in shaping the jury's final impression of the case is highlighted.
Discussion on the potential aftermath of the trial, including Trump's messaging and its effect on voters, regardless of the verdict.
Concerns about the impact of a conviction on Trump's ability to run for president as a felon.
Insights into the strategy of the Biden campaign in response to the trial and its potential outcomes.
Analysis of the deadly strike in Rafah and its implications on the ongoing conflict, including international reactions.
Reports on the U.S. supporting Taiwan amidst military tensions with China, emphasizing the importance of democracy and freedom.
The challenges faced by military families, particularly regarding childcare, are discussed in light of Memorial Day.
President Biden's tribute to fallen U.S. servicemembers, emphasizing the importance of democracy and unity.
Transcripts
>> IT IS NBC NEWS NOW. >>> IF IT IS MONDAY, FORMER
>>> IF IT IS MONDAY, FORMER
PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP IS BOOED
. HIS CRIMINAL HUSH MONEY TRIAL
TOMORROW IN NEW YORK.
THE JURY BEGINS DELIBERATIONS.
PLUS, PRIME MINISTER BENJAMIN
NETANYAHU ACKNOWLEDGING THE
STRIKE THAT KILLED DOZENS,
CALLING IT A QUOTE, TRAGIC
INCIDENT.
GLOBAL COMBINATION, AND NEW
CALLS FOR AN IMMEDIATE CEASE
FIRE.
>>> SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS
SWEEPING ACROSS THE U.S.,
KILLING AT LEAST 21 PEOPLE.
TENS OF MILLIONS OF AMERICANS BRACE FOR MORE EXTREME WEATHER
BRACE FOR MORE EXTREME WEATHER
TO THE EAST.
>>> WELCOME TO MEET THE PRESS
NOW NOW.
I AM YAMICHE ALCINDOR.
REMEMBERING PERSONNEL WHO DIED
SERVING OUR COUNTRY.
THIS ALSO MARKS THE UNOFFICIAL
BEGINNING OF SUMMER.
THIS YEAR, THE BEGINNING OF A
TRULY UNPRECEDENTED WEEK IN
AMERICAN POLITICS.
THIS WEEK, THE JURY WILL
DELIBERATE THE LEGAL FATE OF
THE FORMER PRESIDENT, ALSO HIS
PRESUMPTIVE PRESIDENTIAL
NOMINEE.
TOMORROW, THEY ARE SET TO BEGIN
IN THE FORMER PRESIDENT TRUMP
CRIMINAL HUSH MONEY TRIAL.
JUDGE MERCHAN TO -- FOR THE
PUBLIC.
A CHANCE TO WITNESS THE HISTORIC
CASE.
GUILTY OR NOT GUILTY, THE END
OF THIS HUSH MONEY TRIAL WILL
MARK THE START OF A NEW PHASE.
IT HAS BEEN ANYTHING BUT NORMAL.
A PUSH AT THE REPUBLICANS, AND
THE -- HERE IN WASHINGTON.
HE WAS MET BY A COURSE OF
BOO
>> EVERYBODY SHOULD NOMINATE
TRUMP FOR PRESIDENT OF THE
UNITED STATES!
WHOA!
THAT'S NICE.
THAT'S NICE!
ONLY IF YOU WANT TO WIN!
ONLY IF YOU WANT TO END.
MAYBE YOU DON'T WANT TO WIN.
WE MUST WORK TOGETHER.
COMBINE WITH US.
YOU HAVE TO COMBINE WITH US.
WE CANNOT GIVE CRICKET JOE
BIDEN FOUR MORE YEARS.
WE CANNOT GIVE CRICKET JOE
BIDEN FOUR MORE YEARS.
>> TRUMP AND ROBERT F KENNEDY
JR. BOTH SPOKE AT THE
LIBERTARIAN CONVENTION.
FORMER GEORGIA SENATOR CANDIDATE
. TRUMP DID NOT SUBMIT THE
APPROPRIATE PAPERWORK TO BE
CONSIDERED.
NBC'S DASHA BURNS COVERING THE
STORY.
ALSO THE NBC NEWS LEGAL ANALYST.
DASHA, WHAT WERE THEY LOOKING
TO GET OUT OF THIS SPEECH?
AND WAS TRUMP AND HIS TEAM
SURPRISED BY THE BOO
NEGATIVE RECEPTION?
>> THEY'VE BEEN PITCHING ALL OF
THESE TALKS AS HIS UNITY TOUR.
HE SAW HIM GO TO THE SOUTH BRONX
, PLACES LIKE MINNESOTA, THEY
ARE PRESENTING THE VISIT AS
ALONG THOSE LINES, TRYING TO
REACH OUT TO VOTERS WHO AREN'T
INTERESTED IN LOOKING SOMEWHERE
ELSE BESIDE RESIDENT BIDEN.
I DON'T THINK THEY WERE
EXPECTING THAT KIND OF REACTION.
I'VE NEVER SEEN HIM IN SUCH A
HOSTILE ENVIRONMENT.
HE TYPICALLY GOES TOWARD MORE
FRIENDLY CROWDS.
ENSURING THERE ARE SUPPORTERS
AND ALLIES THERE.
HIS TEAM IS DEFENDING THAT AS,
LOOK, HE IS NOT AFRAID TO PUT
HIMSELF OUT THERE, REACHING OUT
TO PEOPLE WHO MIGHT TYPICALLY
LOOK AT VOTING FOR HIM.
>> DASHA, HE DID PUT HIMSELF
OUT THERE.
HE DIDN'T ACTUALLY PUT HIS NAME
IN FOR NOMINATION.
CAN YOU TELL US WHAT THE
DECISION WAS THERE? >> Reporter: HE POSTED TO TRUTH
SOCIAL ABOUT THE SAME BECAUSE
SOCIAL ABOUT THE SAME BECAUSE
HE IS THE PRESUMPTIVE NOMINEE
FOR THE REPUBLICAN PARTY, THAT
HE CAN'T ACTUALLY DO THAT.
THAT HE CAN'T BECOME THE
NOMINEE FOR THE LIBERTARIAN
PARTY.
THE RULES ARE REALLY WONKY
AROUND THAT.
IT BRINGS THE QUESTION, WHY DID
HE SHOW UP IN THE FIRST PLACE?
HIS CAMPAIGN SAYING HE GOT HIS
VASE UNLOCKED, SO HE IS NOT
AFRAID TO MOVE OUT WHATEVER
KIND OF VOTERS.
>> AS YOU ARE TALKING ABOUT
THAT, TALKING ABOUT HIM
REACHING OUT TO OTHER VOTERS,
TWICE LAST WEEK, HE SAW THE
TRUMP CAMPAIGN IN AN UNORTHODOX
VENUE.
OF COURSE, NOW THERE IS THIS
LIBERTARIAN CONVENTION.
WHY ARE THEY DOING THIS?
INSTEAD OF MORE TRADITIONAL
CAMPAIGNS IN THIS COUNTRY.
>> FIRST OF ALL, HE IS BEEN
TIED TO THE COURTROOM.
THAT'S SOMETHING THAT THE
CAMPAIGN TEAM HAS BEEN
FRUSTRATED BY.
THEY ARE TRYING TO DO WHAT THEY
CAN WITH THE LIMITS THEY HAVE.
LOOK, HIS BASE IS THERE.
THEY ARE NOT LEAVING HIM.
WHILE BIDEN IS TRYING TO SHORE
UP HIS OWN BASES, REACHING OUT
TO BLACK AND LATINO VOTERS,
TRUMP IS ACTUALLY ABLE TO EXPAND
THE TYPES OF PEOPLE HE IS
LOOKING TO BRING INTO THE
REPUBLICAN PARTY.
SOME OF THE DATA AND POLLING
POINTS THAT OUT.
>> THIS IS GOING TO BE THAT
HISTORIC WEEK WHERE WE WILL
HAVE CLOSING ARGUMENTS.
HOW IS THE TERM COMPARING --
TRUMP CAMPAIGN PREPARING?
ARE THERE MULTIPLE WAYS FOR
THIS CAN GO?
>> NOBODY KNOWS WHAT THE
VERDICT IS.
WE'VE GOT THE PREVIEW OF HOW
THE TEAM AND TRUMP HIMSELF.
WE'VE SEEN THE POST LASHING OUT
AT THE JUDGE.
IN HIS VARIOUS LEGAL TROUBLES.
I THINK YOU CAN EXPECT -- IF
THE VERDICT DOESN'T GO HIS WAY,
HE WILL CONTINUE TO HAMMER THIS
MESSAGE.
HE WILL SAY THIS IS ELECTION
INTERFERENCE.
IF HE IS ACQUITTED, YOU CAN SEE
HIM GOING OUT THERE AND SAYING,
HEY, LOOK, THEY THREW
EVERYTHING BUT THE KITCHEN SINK
AT ME.
WE'VE ALREADY SEEN THIS JUST
OVER THE LAST 24 HOURS.
HE IS ASKING HIS VOTERS AND HIS
BASE TO SUPPORT HIM.
THE QUESTION, WOULD YOU STILL
SUPPORT ME IF I WERE ARRESTED?
HE IS TRYING TO SELL THE NOTION
THAT IF THERE WERE A CONVICTION
IN THIS CASE, THAT SOME VOTERS
MIGHT THINK TWICE.
>> THANK YOU SO MUCH, DASHA,
FOR YOUR REPORTING.
>> TALK TO ME ABOUT THE FACT
THAT YOU'VE BEEN A JUDGE,
YOU'VE BEEN A PROSECUTOR.
WALK US THROUGH, AND WHAT
LAWYERS ON BOTH SIDES ARE
PREPARING FOR CLOSING ARGUMENTS.
WHAT WILL THEY TRY TO
ACCOMPLISH IN THIS FINAL
STRETCH?
>> IN THE CLOSING ARGUMENTS AND
JURY INSTRUCTION, NOT GETTING
THE ATTENTION I THINK IT REALLY
MERITS.
I WILL START WITH THE CLOSING
ARGUMENTS.
THEY ARE DIFFERENT FROM OPENING
STATEMENTS.
THE LAWYERS ARE SUPPOSED TO
STICK TRULY TO JUST THE FACTS
OF WHAT THEY BELIEVE, THE
EVIDENCE.
WHAT ACTUALLY HAPPENED IN THE
CASE.
IN CLOSING ARGUMENT, THEY ARE
ALLOWED TO ARGUE.
LITTLE BITS AND PIECES OVER A
LONG TIME FRAME, BUT IT IS NOW
THE DUTY TO PUT THAT ALL INTO A
NARRATIVE.
THEY HAVE REALLY KEPT AN OPEN
MIND.
THEY ARE WAITING TO HEAR THE
CLOSING ARGUMENTS ON BOTH SIDES.
AND TO HEAR WHAT MAKES SENSE TO
THEM.
NEW YORK IS A LITTLE DIFFERENT
FROM OTHER JURISDICTIONS.
THEY ACTUALLY DON'T HAVE THE
PROSECUTION ARGUMENT FIRST.
THEN THEY HAVE THE REBUTTAL
ARGUMENT.
IN NEW YORK STATE, THE DEFENSE
GOES FIRST, THEN THE
PROSECUTION GOES.
THAT IS IT FOR CLOSING
ARGUMENTS.
>> YOU CAN REALLY MAP OUT HOW
THIS IS GOING TO GO.
THE JURY MIGHT NOT REMEMBER
EVERYTHING.
HOW IMPORTANT ARE THE CLOSING
ARGUMENTS TO LEAVING THE JURY
WITH THE LAST MESSAGE HERE?
>> THOUGH I WOULD LOVE TO BE
THE SIDE THAT GOES LAST, THE
LAST VOICE THAT THE JURORS
HERE.
IN THIS CASE, IT WILL BE THE
PROSECUTION.
THEY HAVE THE BURDEN OF PROOF.
YOU'VE HEARD THIS MANY TIMES
BEYOND A REASONABLE DOUBT.
THEY HAVE TO GET 12 JURORS TO
AGREE UNANIMOUSLY THAT THE
FORMER PRESIDENT IS GUILTY.
THE PROSECUTION GETS TO GO
SECOND.
WHAT THEY NEED TO DO, THEY NEED
TO TELL THE JURORS WHICH PIECES
OF EVIDENCE GO TO SHOW THAT THE
FORMER PRESIDENT IS GUILTY.
THEY'VE GOT TO TIE THOSE THINGS
TOGETHER FOR THE JURORS.
THE DEFENSE WILL ARGUE THAT
MICHAEL COHEN HAD -- HE'S
ADMITTED PERJURY, HE CAN'T TRUST
ANYTHING.
>> AND OF COURSE, HOW LONG DO
YOU THINK JURY DELIBERATIONS
COULD TAKE?
AND WHAT COULD IMPACT THAT
TIMING?
>> THEY CAN GO N FOR A LONG
TIME, OR THEY CAN COME BACK
VERY QUICKLY.
PEOPLE ARE VERY COMPETENT.
YOU GOT A COUPLE OF LAWYERS ON
THE JURY, WHICH IS PRETTY
UNUSUAL.
THEY MAY HELP THE JURY GET
THROUGH ALL OF THEIR QUESTIONS.
THE LAWYERS ON THE JURY MAY BE
ABLE TO POINT THEM TO JURY
INSTRUCTION. HOPEFULLY THEY
WILL GO INTO THE JURY WITH THEM.
THE LAWYERS SHOULD BE ABLE TO
PINPOINT ANSWERS FOR THE JURORS
THAT PERHAPS THE JURY WITHOUT
LAWYERS ON IT WOULD BE ABLE TO
FIND THEMSELVES.
MY THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR
GREAT ANALYSIS, CARROLL .
>> THANK YOU.
>> JOINING ME NOW IS DEMOCRATIC
-- FOR NBC NEWS.
HE IS A FELLOW AT THE HOOVER
VISITATION -- INSTITUTION.
WE ARE IN UNCHARTED TERRITORY
HERE.
THE FACT THAT WE HAVE A
PRESUMPTIVE NOMINEE. OF COURSE,
THAT BEING DONALD TRUMP ON
TRIAL, WHAT IS THE AFTERMATH
LOOKING LIKE?
WHEN YOU THINK ABOUT WHAT HE IS
GOING TO SAY AND DO, NO MATTER
WHAT THE VERDICT IS.
>> I THINK THE KEY HERE IS,
REGARDLESS OF THE VERDICT, IT
WILL BE THE SAME MESSAGE WE'VE
HEARD ALL ALONG.
ALL OF THIS IS A WRONGFUL
PROSECUTION.
THAT HE IS INNOCENT OF THE
CHARGES REGARDLESS OF WHAT THE
JURY FINDS.
THIS IS REALLY PART OF HIS
EFFORT TO CAST HIMSELF AS
SOMEBODY WHO HAS BEEN THE VICTIM
OF AN ILLEGITIMATE PROSECUTION.
THAT ARGUMENT CARRIES A LOT
WITH THIS POLITICAL BASE.
THE BIG QUESTION WILL BE WHAT
THE IMPACT IS GOING TO BE ON
THOSE VOTERS WHO ARE
PERSUADABLE.
SOFT REPUBLICANS, SOFT
DEMOCRATS, THE CONCERNS ABOUT
THE ECONOMY, CONCERNS ABOUT
IMMIGRATION.
IT IS VERY HARD BETWEEN NOW AND
THE END OF THE YEAR.
A LOT OF THIS LEGAL OUTCOME MAY
BE BAKED INTO PEOPLE'S PUBLIC
IMPRESSIONS OF THE FORMER
PRESIDENT.
AND REALLY FOR THESE VOTERS
OVER THE PAST SEVERAL MONTHS.
HE WILL HAVE TO DO WHAT HE CAN
TO CONVINCE HIM THAT THE
PROSECUTION IS REALLY NO BIG
DEAL.
WHETHER HE CAN GET THERE OR
NOT, THAT WILL BE THE BIG
QUESTION.
>> HE JUST SAID THIS COULD BE
ALL -- I WONDER, COULD THERE BE
AN IMPACT IF HE ENDS UP WRITING
THIS ELECTION?
RUNNING FOR PRESIDENT AS A
CONVICTED FELON?
>> YAMICHE, IF YOU LOOK AT IT
FROM A POLLING PERCENTAGE, 20%
OF FOLKS WHO ARE LEANING TOWARD
HIM.
IF HE WERE A CONVICTED FELON,
THAT WOULD BE ENOUGH.
THAT WOULD BE A REDLINE THAT
HAVE CAUSED, WHAT CAUSED THEM
TO RECONSIDER, IF NOT OUTRIGHT
WITHDRAW THEIR SUPPORT.
WE WOULD NOT KNOW THE ANSWER
UNTIL IF AND WHEN HE IS
CONVICTED, AND THEN THE PUBLIC
POLLS STARTING TO COME IN
WITHIN DAYS A WEEKS.
THE ONLY CONVICTION THEY REALLY
ARE LOOKING FOR IS THEIR
CONVICTION ON NOVEMBER 5th.
WHEN AND IF THE VOTERS REJECT
DONALD TRUMP'S RUN FOR THE
PRESIDENT.
IT COULD VERY WELL BE THAT THIS TRIAL RESULTS IN SOME SORT OF
TRIAL RESULTS IN SOME SORT OF
TRUMP MAKING THE CASE.
IT HAS BEEN THE UNHINGED POST
OVER AND OVER AGAIN.
WILL WE SEE THAT REFLECTED IN
THE POLLS?
AND IF NOT, WHAT DOES THE TRUMP
CAMPAIGN DO IN RESPONSE IF THEY
DO NOT GET CONVICTED?
DO THEY SAY, SEE?
IT WAS ALL ABOUT GOING AFTER IT.
>> I WANT TO STICK WITH YOU.
MY NBC COLLEAGUES, THEY WILL
GET MORE AGGRESSIVE ON TRUMP
ONCE THE TRIAL IS DONE.
WHAT DO YOU THINK THAT WILL
LOOK LIKE?
DO YOU THINK THAT IS A
BRILLIANT IDEA TO LEAN INTO
THIS?
>> I WASN'T SO SURE IT WAS A
GOOD IDEA TO LEAN INTO THIS
PARTICULARLY.
WHETHER OR NOT HE IS CONVICTED,
HE'S DONE IT.
ENOUGH TO DISQUALIFY HIM AS
PRESIDENT IN THE
POSTPRESIDENTIAL PERIOD.
EVEN IN THIS CAMPAIGN TODAY, IT
IS THE DAY ABOUT SUCKERS AND
LOSERS, TALKING ABOUT HUMAN