Meet the Press NOW – January 16

TODAY co-host Sheinelle Jones sits down with Kristen Welker for a "Meet the Moment" conversation about her book, "Through Mom's Eyes," and grieving through life's milestones.

NBC News Chief Data Analyst Steve Kornacki breaks down the latest polling 100 days out from the midterms. Amb. Mike Waltz discusses if the Trump administration is still pursuing a diplomatic way out of the war with Iran. Sen. Mark Kelly shares his thoughts on whether Democrats have a chance to take back the Senate. Lanhee Chen, Adrienne Elrod and Tyler Pager join the roundtable.

President Donald Trump weighs a "massive attack" on Iran as they double down on blocking critical waterways. NBC's Ryan Chandler joins Texas Senate candidate James Talarico (D) on the campaign trail as he unveils his border security plan. The Trump administration admits to canceling energy grants to states that did not vote for him.

Fuel prices jump as fears grow over an expanding conflict in the Middle East. The Justice Department agrees to withdraw subpoenas seeking testimony and records from New York Times reporters. Sen. Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) joins NBC's Ryan Nobles to discuss his growing concerns with artificial intelligence.

President Donald Trump continues to escalate his threats toward Iran after attending the dignified transfer of American troops killed in the Middle East. Election officials worry the growing popularity of betting markets could fuel further distrust in elections ahead of the midterms. Trump-endorsed California gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton (R) joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss his goal of courting voters who dislike the president.