The Takeout with Major Garrett

The Senate passed legislation that would fund most of the Department of Homeland Security, except ICE and CBP. House Speaker Mike Johnson doesn't believe that's enough; instead, aiming for a 60-day CR to fund the entire DHS. Taurean Small joins from Capitol Hill to discuss the latest. Olivia Rinaldi is in Miami, where President Trump is set to give remarks after signing an executive order to pay TSA agents. Nikole interviews Florida Democratic Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz about her reaction to Speaker Johnson's proposal. After the FBI seized materials related to the 2020 election in January, Fulton County attorneys are now urging a federal judge to order the return of those documents. David Becker is at the desk with more. Plus, NASA will begin another mission next week, with four astronauts set to orbit the Moon. CBS Space Contributor Christian Davenport breaks it down. All that and more on The Takeout! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s day 41 of the partial government shutdown impacting the Department of Homeland Security. TSA workers are expected to miss yet another paycheck. Shawna Mizelle joins from Bush International Airport, where the wait times are just over four hours. TSA Worker Angela Grana, who serves as the Colorado Regional Vice President at AFGE Local 1127, reacts to how this shutdown is impacting her colleagues. President Trump announces that he will pause strikes on Iran for ten additional days. Ed O’Keefe joins from the White House to discuss what this indicates. Nikole interviews South Carolina Representative Nancy Mace about her concerns regarding the administration’s involvement in Iran. Plus, Collis Temple, the first Black basketball player at LSU, testifies about college sports on Capitol Hill. Nikole asks him about his personal story and where he stands, as March Madness is underway. A conversation you won’t want to miss, right here on “The Takeout". To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nikole Killion tackles today's important headlines. Nicole Sganga continues her coverage in Houston, where long lines wrap around the George Bush Intercontinental Airport and wait times last multiple hours. TSA workers still have not received their paychecks as the US enters day 40 of the partial government shutdown. Nevada Senator Jacky Rosen joins from Capitol Hill to discuss the hold-up between Democrats, Republicans and the White House. There are ongoing negotiations between the U.S. and Iran, according to White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. Leavitt went on to assert that President Trump will "unleash hell" if the country doesn't make a deal. Ed O'Keefe is at the White House with the latest, while Nikole interviews Illinois Democratic Senator Tammy Duckworth about Congress's lack of involvement in this war. Listen to the full episode here! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nikole Killion sits in the anchor chair for the rest of the week. Wait times and call-out times persist at airports, with the ongoing government shutdown affecting TSA workers' paychecks. Nicole Sganga is joining from George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston with the latest. New York Republican Congressman Nick LaLota just traveled from LaGuardia Airport back to Capitol Hill. He discusses what he knows about the crash, and his perspective on what Republicans should do regarding DHS funding. President Trump mentions receiving a gift from Iran while the five-day ceasefire continues between the two nations. CBS News Contributor Joe Zacks joins Nikole at the desk for analysis. Additionally, suspicious oil investments occurred around the time President Trump announced those negotiations on Truth Social. CBS Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger addresses the unusual spike and what it means for the markets. All that and more on The Takeout! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A collision at LaGuardia Airport on Sunday night leaves two pilots dead and multiple passengers hospitalized. Lines continue to form at airports across the country, as TSA agents call out for not getting their paychecks. Tom Hanson joins from New York where the crash happened. Skyler Henry is in Atlanta, while Kris Van Cleave provides additional analysis from LAX in Los Angeles. President Trump says that he will delay strikes in Iran for about 5 days, following what he calls “productive conversations” with Iran. Aaron MacLean analyzes what we know at the touchscreen. Plus, the Supreme Court hears a case that will determine whether mail-in ballots can be counted after Election Day. Jessica Levinson breaks the oral arguments down, while RNC General Counsel’s Mike Hurst provides his perspective. Join us for the full episode here! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Major has a wide-ranging interview with McKay Coppins, staff writer for The Atlantic, on his piece about how quickly he was absorbed into the sports betting world. He received $10,000 from the publication to bet on NFL games and he goes into detail about how it affected his relationship with his family. An interesting conversation you won’t want to miss! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ed O'Keefe steps into the anchor chair tonight. The Pentagon is preparing to potentially send U.S. troops into Iran, while President Trump dismisses the idea of a ceasefire in a gaggle with reporters. Charlie D'Agata starts the show from Tel Aviv, while Weijia Jiang is at the White House North Lawn. The Senate is in town this weekend, hoping to get one step closer to passing legislation that would fund the Department of Homeland Security. Taurean Small is on Capitol Hill with more. Plus, New Mexico Congresswoman Teresa Leger-Fernandez responds to Dolores Huerta's sexual allegations against Cesar Chavez. She details how these new developments have affected the Hispanic and Native American communities in her district. The World Food Programme estimates that millions of people in the region will face food insecurity if the war in Iran doesn't end by mid-year. Matthew Hollingworth, Assistant Executive Director of the World Food Programme's Global Operations, joins to explain how the war is exacerbating the humanitarian crisis in neighboring countries. All that and more on The Takeout. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Major interviews Hartman about his documentary "All the Empty Rooms", which highlights how parents of children killed in school shootings have maintained their children's rooms following their absence. He delves into why he started this project, the nuanced and careful approach he took with affected loved ones, and his reaction after winning the Oscar.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Under Defense Secretary Hegseth's leadership, The Pentagon is requesting $200 billion from Congress for the war in Iran. Margaret Brennan, Aaron MacLean and Weijia Jiang detail the latest. The partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security continues, causing TSA agents to call out and airport lines to lengthen. Skyler Henry is in Atlanta with more. Florida Republican Rep. Carlos Gimenez, the only Cuban-born member of Congress, analyzes Trump's current foreign policy regarding Cuba and Venezuela. Gimenez tackles what it will take for both countries to function as democracies. Smokejumper Sam Forstag discusses his candidacy for Montana's 1st Congressional District to replace outgoing Republican lawmaker Ryan Zinke. Plus, Major ends his show with CBS News' Steve Hartman reacting to his recent Oscar-winning documentary, "All the Empty Rooms," which chronicles the lives of families who have lost their children in school shootings. Join us for the full episode here. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After her deputy Joe Kent resigns due to the administration’s actions in Iran, ODNI Director Tulsi Gabbard faces questions from members of Congress about whether Iran posed an imminent nuclear threat. Fresh off of her Democratic primary win in the Illinois Senate race, Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton discusses her policy priorities as she heads to the general election. Major interviews Massachusetts Democratic Representative Jim McGovern about his response to the ongoing partial shutdown affecting the Department of Homeland Security and the President’s comments on Cuba. On the other side of the aisle, Indiana Republican Congressman Marlin Stutzman joins to defend the President’s operation in Iran. All that and more on The Takeout! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Israel says it has eliminated two top Iranian officials, including Ali Larijani. Charlie D'Agata reports on the significance. Major interviews Texas Republican Senator Ted Cruz about his reaction to a top counterterrorism official leaving due to the administration's involvement in the war on Iran. Aaron MacLean provides additional analysis on the touchscreen. Plus, Voters in Illinois cast their ballots for their representatives in the House and Senate. Lynn Sweet, special correspondent for Chicago Public Media, breaks down the importance of the Senate race and the state of the Democratic Party. Join us! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Major speaks with Bob Crawford on his latest book: “America’s Founding Son,” which discusses the legacy of John Quincy Adams. Major and Bob discuss how the sixth President of the United States was an early supporter of abolishing slavery, at a time where many of his peers didn’t feel the same. Crawford mentions what led to his curiosity into American history while he traveled on the road. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump calls on other nations to help open the Strait of Hormuz. Imtiaz Tyab joins from that narrow corridor with more. The President reveals his Chief of Staff, Susie Wiles, has been diagnosed with breast cancer, and will maintain her position in his administration. Dr. Celine Gounder discusses what the early stages of that medical diagnosis might look like. Former FBI Assistant Director in Charge David Sundberg, who the Trump administration ousted, provides his perspective on how the agency has changed during the president's second term. Last but not least, Bob Crawford, bassist of the Avett Brothers, has a new book detailing the legacy of America's sixth president, John Quincy Adams. Listen to the full episode here!  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Major speaks with legendary engineer and host Bill Nye about his legacy, as he steps down from being CEO of the Planetary Society. Bill discusses how he got involved with the organization, what inspired him to start "Bill Nye the Science Guy," and the best advice he received from astronomer Carl Sagan. A conversation full of laughs that you won't want to miss, with Bill leaving one of his bowties on Major's golden tie rack.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Six more U.S. Service members were killed in a plane crash in Iraq while Iran continues to block the Strait of Hormuz. Matt Gutman joins from Jordan with more. CBS News Contributor Aaron MacLean provides a visual explanation at our touchscreen. Scott MacFarlane discusses multiple updates within the Justice beat. The Old Dominion shooting in VA and the synagogue attack in Michigan, both happened on Thursday afternoon and were identified as terror attacks. Independent California Congressman Kevin Kiley explains what led to changing his party affiliation, as he battles a tough race following mid-decade redistricting. Plus, Bill Nye the Science Guy has an extended interview with Major about leaving his CEO post at the Planetary Society and what comes next. All that and more on "The Takeout." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A suspect is dead after ramming a car into a synagogue in West Bloomfield, Michigan. Officials say no victims were killed in the incident. Sam Vinograd and Scott MacFarlane join to discuss what we know, while Major interviews Michigan Senator Gary Peters about his reaction. Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei makes his first statement via Iranian state media, saying that the country will continue to leverage the Strait of Hormuz. House Intelligence Chair Rick Crawford (R-AR) speaks about the importance of the Strait and the impact the blockade has on the world's oil supply. The Senate passes its first housing bill in more than 30 years, with lead sponsor Elizabeth Warren. She mentions the legislation's important provisions and its aim to increase affordable housing nationwide. Last but not least, Major interviews former Israeli Ambassador Michael Oren on how Lebanese officials believe more than 600 people have been killed in the war in Iran as a result. Join us for the full episode here. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Major has a wide-ranging interview with Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman about the war in Iran, ongoing DHS shutdown affecting TSA workers and the Save America Act. Major asks about Fetterman’s battle with depression, which he details in his book, “Unfettered,” and the lessons he has learned since. A powerful conversation you won’t want to miss. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iranian drones hit at least three ships near the Strait of Hormuz, where 20% of global oil travels through. Matt Gutman discusses the importance of the strait, while Charlie D’Agata discusses CBS reporting that dozens of U.S. troops injuries, some more serious than we previously knew, in the drone attack on March 1. Major interviews Washington Democrat Adam Smith and Nebraska Republican Don Bacon, who both serve on the House Armed Services Committee, to discuss their varying perspectives on the war in Iran. Plus, Major speaks with Pennsylvania Democratic Senator John Fetterman on a variety of topics: Iran, the ongoing shutdown impacting Homeland Security and Trump’s push to pass the Save America Act. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

U.S. sources say Iran is signaling it may deploy mines to disrupt the Strait of Hormuz. Matt Gutman continues his reporting from Tel Aviv, while Nancy Cordes joins from the White House to press the administration about what led the President to launch strikes in Iran. Rhode Island Democratic Representative Gabe Amo joins "The Takeout" for his perspective on the war in Iran, how DHS funding affects TSA workers in the skies, and whether he would approve funding for the Pentagon. Plus, Trump indicates he would sign an executive order affecting name, image and likeness policies in college sports. Yahoo Sports writer Ross Dellenger discusses the impact. All that and more on "The Takeout!" To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A new Supreme Leader is chosen in Iran, while President Trump tells CBS the war is “very complete". Major dissects those two themes with Matt Gutman in Tel Aviv, and Weijia Jiang, who scored the phone interview with the President Gas prices for Americans are rising, as the war in Iran continues. Economist Justin Wolfers joins to discuss how the operation affects your pocketbook, right here on The Takeout. Listen here. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices