'You Can’t Just Say End the War': Brett McGurk Reflects on Oct. 7 Attack and Aftermath

Brett McGurk, Deputy Assistant for the Middle East under President Joe Biden and Special Presidential Envoy under President Trump, joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss his book 'Brink: Inside the Race to Free the October 7th Hostages' and his recollection of his time in the White House on the day of the Oct. 7 Hamas attack in Israel and the 15-month negotiation period that followed. McGurk provides a firsthand account of the challenges faced in securing the release of hostages and the complexities of Middle East diplomacy. He emphasizes that simply calling for an end to the war is not enough and discusses the difficult decisions made behind the scenes. This interview offers a unique perspective on a critical moment in recent history. McGurk's insights shed light on the ongoing efforts to achieve peace and stability in the region.