Ro Khanna says ‘we will have 2028 elections’ despite Newsom’s warning: Full interview
NBC News·2025-08-31 13:12

Government & Policy - Concerns raised over the HHS Secretary's stance against mRNA technology, crucial for vaccines and cancer treatments, advocating for adherence to basic science [3][4] - The administration is accused of interfering with the Federal Reserve, mirroring Nixon's tactics, with blanket tariffs exacerbating inflationary pressures [6][7] - Discussion of a bipartisan bill for the release of Jeffrey Epstein files, emphasizing the need for transparency and closure for victims [11][12][13] - The administration's plan to purchase a 10% stake in Intel, sparking debate on taxpayer benefits and the need for broader investment and chip demand [14][16][17] Economic Performance & Direction - Consumer confidence has declined for seven consecutive months, farm closures have doubled, and manufacturing has decreased since President Trump took office [9] - High unemployment rate of almost 11% for recent college graduates, indicating a record of economic failure attributed to blanket tariffs and mass deportation [9][10] - Tariffs are identified as a key factor putting inflationary pressure on the economy, hindering the Federal Reserve's ability to cut rates [7] Political Landscape - Concerns expressed about potential threats to democracy, including redistricting strategies and the targeting of seats protected by the Voting Rights Act [23][24][25] - California Governor Gavin Newsome warns that President Trump might not leave office when his term is up in 2028 [19]