Meet the Press NOW — Aug. 1

Americans Evan Gershkovich and Paul Whelan are among the 16 people released from Russian prison as part of a major prisoner exchange. Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) reacts to the historic swap. Former President Trump continues to face backlash after baselessly questioning Vice President Kamala Harris’ racial identity. Sen. Laphonza Butler (D-Calif.) joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss the future of the Harris campaign.

00:00 Americans freed from Russia now en route to U.S. after massive prisoner swap
26:06 WH celebrates release of four Americans from Russia
30:36 One-on-one with Rep. Mike Lawler (R-NY)
38:43 Trump doubles down on comments questioning Harris' racial identity
48:45 One-on-one with Sen. Laphonza Butler (D-CA)

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