The Takeout with Major Garrett

The Trump Administration conducted an eighth strike in Venezuela, killing at least two people. Aaron Navarro is at the White House, while Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee Adam Smith joins Major to discuss. Sen. Ted Cruz warns how a government shutdown can affect the skies and his fight for free speech. Plus, Russ Vought, Director of the Office of Management and Budget is a key player within the government shutdown. Major speaks with ProPublica Investigative Reporter Andy Kroll about his deep dive into Vought's involvement there. Tune in to the full episode for more! 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

The Takeout has a jam-packed show! Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy joins Major on-set to discuss the government shutdown, California’s redistricting effort with Prop 50, and how he feels about Trump’s Special Counsel nominee. Pennsylvania Democrat and possible 2028 Senate contender Rep. Chris DeLuzio defends Democrats’ argument for Obamacare subsidies, as the government shutdown reaches its third week. Plus, Major interviews Nebraska Republican and frequent Trump critic Don Bacon on the President’s foreign policy, specifically the strikes in Venezuela and his deal to buy Argentinian beef that will hurt ranchers in his state. Tune in 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

The peace deal between Israel and Hamas remains on fragile ground, just over a week after the negotiations were brokered between Special Envoy Witkoff and Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner. Now, Vice President Vance is expected to travel to Israel to steer the deal in the right direction. Olivia Rinaldi discusses the latest at the White House. Dr. Oz, Administrator for the Center of Medicare and Medicaid Services, speaks with Major to explain how Republicans want to rid waste, fraud and abuse from the entitlement programs. Plus, Maryland Democratic Representative Johnny Olszewski joins Major on-set to discuss how the government shutdown affects federal workers in his district, the "No Kings" protests over the weekend and the fact that his colleague Rep.- elect Grijalva has yet to be sworn in following her election win. 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

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy meets President Trump at the White House. Willie James Inman details Zelenskyy’s shift in tone and his push for tomahawk missiles. Former US Ambassador to Ukraine Bill Taylor joins Major on-set for additional analysis. With less than three weeks from the NYC mayoral election, Bob Costa discusses his takeaways from last night’s debate. Plus, ChatGPT will allow erotica for verified adults, according to tech CEO Sam Altman. Ashley Gold, senior tech policy reporter for Axios, speaks with Major about what this means and the underlying issues this new feature could cause. All that and more 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

Major has an extended interview with Iowa State Auditor Rob Sand, who's running for Governor. Major and Rob discuss a myriad of issues including how soybean farmers are reeling from the economy, his take on ending the two-party system, as well as his unconventional path as a gun owning, religious Democrat who plays "America the Beautiful" at each of his political rallies. 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 covered the breaking news of former National Security Advisor John Bolton being indicted on 18 counts. Nicole Sganga and former federal prosecutor Scott Fredericksen break down the document drop. A gun-toting, religious state auditor who plays "America the Beautiful" in every political rally is an Iowa Democrat running for Governor. Rob Sand joins Major on-set to discuss how soybean farmers are being hurt by tariffs, how the Trump Administration is planning on bailing them out, and his position to end the two-party political system. Plus, former Ambassador Michael Oren comes on "The Takeout" to discuss his piece in the Free Press about the role that Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff played in the Gaza peace deal. Listen to the full episode right 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

President Trump confirms he authorized a covert CIA operation to strike Venezuelan boats. Ed O'Keefe is at the White House and got his response on the record. Congress enters day 15 into the government shutdown with no end in sight. Nikole Killion explains the latest from Democratic and Republican lawmakers on Capitol Hill. Major interviews TX State Rep. Gina Hinojosa, who's running for Governor against incumbent Greg Abbott. Rep. Hinojosa disagrees with Abbott's choices of school voucher programs and his action to send the Texas National Guard to lower crime in other states. Plus, TN State Rep. Justin Pearson, member of the Tennessee Three, pursues a generational change against Rep. Steve Cohen. He joins "The Takeout" to discuss his candidacy for Congress.  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 begins with the Presidential Medal of Freedom event at the Rose Garden, where President Trump posthumously awards the late political figure Charlie Kirk with the honor. He turns to the ongoing peace deal between Israel and Hamas, by speaking with Jon Alterman of the Center for Strategic and International Studies about next steps of this deal. Kate Phillips-Barrasso, the Vice President of Global Policy and Advocacy at Mercy Corps, joins to explain the humanitarian aid effort in Gaza. He ends the panel with CBS News Political Contributors Chuck Rocha and Terry Sullivan to discuss the latest political developments this week. Tune in 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

President Trump travels to Jerusalem and Egypt to tout the peace deal between Israel and Hamas. Nancy Cordes is in Egypt to set the scene for the next step of these negotiations. Haley Ott is in Tel Aviv, where hostages return to their loved ones. Major interviews Roger Carstens, former Special Presidential Envoy for Hostage Affairs, provides his perspective with hostage reunification. Plus, Major speaks with Texas Republican Representative Wesley Hunt, about his recent announcement to run for Senate against John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton. Hunt discusses how he’ll distinguish himself from his GOP opponents. 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

Russell Vought, head of the Office of Management and Budget, announces today that the RIFS, referring to reductions in force or layoffs of government employees have begun. Natalie Brand is at the White House to discuss what agencies will be affected. Major interviews California Democratic Congressman Mike Levin about his reaction to the layoffs of government employees and how the current government shutdown will prevent military members getting their paychecks. Plus, Former US Ambassador to Israel Dan Shapiro joins Major to discuss Phase One of the peace deal and whether he's confident that both sides will meet their end of the deal. 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 tackles the breaking news headline at the top of the show: New York Attorney General Letitia James indicted on charges of bank fraud and false statements. He speaks with Attorney and Legal Reporter Katrina Kaufman to discuss what we know. House Speaker Mike Johnson discusses his reasoning for not bringing the House back in session, Democrats holding the line on ACA subsidies and his reaction to the peace deal in the Middle East. Israeli Ambassador to the US, Yechiel Leiter, analyzes what he calls a "fragile" agreement between Israel and Hamas and how both sides can get to phase 2. Join us right here for 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 Garrett is joined by Swifties and fellow CBS News colleagues Olivia Rinaldi, Gabrielle Ake and Nancy Cordes to provide an in-depth conversation about themes of the singer's latest project, "The Life of a Showgirl." The discussion surrounds where each person started listening to Taylor Swift, the concerts they've attended and even a dissection of Major's favorites off the album. You won't want to miss this! 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

Former FBI Director James Comey pleads not guilty in a Virginia courtroom today. Scott MacFarlane and former federal prosecutor Scott Fredericksen speak with Major about the case and what to expect from both sides. President Trump signals that he may travel to Egypt, while negotiators are seeking a peace deal between Israel and Hamas. Aaron Navarro is at the White House with the latest. Plus, the government shutdown is in its eighth day, and the Senate has failed to pass a continuing resolution again. Oklahoma Republican James Lankford explains what's the holdup and whether furloughed federal workers will receive their paychecks. Tune in 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

It's officially a week of the government shutdown, and there is no solution in sight. White House Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer discusses how the shutdown affects the job market and whether workers will receive their back pay, once it comes to an end. North Dakota Republican Senator Kevin Cramer gives his perspective on where Republicans stand on a possible extension for ACA subsidies. With today marking two years since the war in Gaza began, Liran Berman, older brother of Gali and Ziv, speaks with Major about his optimism towards a peace deal. Plus, Major interviews Chess Grandmaster Garry Kasparov on his upcoming exhibition match, three decades after becoming a world champion. 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 is joined by science expert, Bill Nye the Science Guy, about his latest effort to prevent NASA from receiving massive cuts by the Trump Administration. Major has a wide-ranging interview with Nye about how the White House’s approach to science research and climate change, as well as the rise of artificial intelligence.  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

The White House plans to send National Guard troops into Illinois and Oregon, while Democratic leaders of those states are pushing back in court. Ash-Har Quraishi is in Illinois, while Jessica Levinson analyzes the legal arguments of these deployments. Rob Lehman, leader of defense startup Saronic, talks about his business' latest venture: unmanned maritime drones for the Navy. Plus, Major has an extended conversation with Bill Nye the Science Guy about his effort to prevent the Trump Administration from cutting funding to NASA. 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

Two breaking news headlines to lead the show today: Hamas agrees to accept a proposal to release hostages in Gaza, and disgraced hip-hop media mogul Sean Combs sentenced to just over four years in prison. Major delves into the hostage deal with Ed O'Keefe and Margaret Brennan on the set, while Katrina Kaufman stands by outside the courthouse to break down the legal developments on Diddy. Adam Smith, Washington Representative and Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee, weighs in on the tension between the White House and Israeli government following the deal, as well as the US attack on an alleged drug boat off the Venezuelan coast. Plus, White House Correspondents and Swifties Olivia Rinaldi and Nancy Cordes speak with Major about their favorite songs off of Taylor Swift's new album "Life of a Showgirl." 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 Darren Walker, the outgoing president of the Ford Foundation, about his life story, going from being born in a charity hospital with a single mom to his ascent in leading a philanthropic organization. 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

The government shutdown continues on its second day, as the White House threatens mass firings. Vermont Democratic Senator Peter Welch speaks about his decision to hold the line, saying "it's the only leverage his party has to protect Americans." With Iowa Senator Joni Ernst's announcement earlier this year to exit the upper chamber, the state's seat is up for grabs in 2026. Iowa State Representative Josh Turek makes his pitch for why he's the best candidate to flip the state. Plus, Major speaks with NewsNation's Chief Washington Anchor Leland Vittert about his new book, Born Lucky, which highlights his life story and his autism diagnosis. Tune in. 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

The nation's capitol is in its first government shutdown in almost seven years. Arizona Democratic Senator Ruben Gallego joins the show to discuss. Plus, President Trump announced he's sending National Guard troops to Portland. Rep. Andrea Salinas, who represents Oregon's 6th congressional district, says the Commander-in-Chief doesn't have a case for this deployment. Major speaks with a federal employee who's been furloughed as a result of the shutdown. Join us 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