The Takeout, hosted by CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett, is a never-take-yourself-too-seriously daily show that harnesses the best and latest reporting from CBS News. Its motto: relentlessly curious, steadfastly non-ideological. Featuring unique guest interviews, investigative journalism and the day’s biggest events, The Takeout will also simplify and explain the complexities and acronyms of official Washington. The show is driven by national politics but lives comfortably in deep discussions of economics, pop culture, sports and technology.
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In a compelling interview with Major, Ben Rhodes reflects on his upcoming book, “All We Say,” which tells the history of 15 speeches that define America 250 years after its founding. Rhodes, who served as Deputy National Security Advisor to President Barack Obama, shared his thoughts on the Iran war, why he thinks the Obama White House failed to get “a lot of things” right about its 2015 nuclear deal, and the state of the Democratic Party as it faces backlash over the handling of the 2024 electi...
Welcome to The Takeout. Texas senate race is set following Ken Paxton’s decisive run off win as President Trump declares he doesn’t “care about the midterms.” A tale of two incumbents: Rep. Christian Menefee speaks to Major about his agenda and generational shift after defeating Al Green. A peace deal with Iran is at stalemate but Trump claims Tehran is “negotiating on fumes.” CBS News national security contributor Joe Zacks analyzes a potential deal and its implications for Washington. Finally,...
Welcome to The Takeout. President Trump asserts his third medical exam "checked out perfectly” as questions are raised over his health. Nancy Cordes has the latest from the White House. Wisconsin Republican Senator Ron Johnson joins The Takeout to discuss the Justice Department’s “anti-weaponization” fund and what it entails for the Republicans. Next, Aaron MacLean explains the Qatar talks aimed at ending the war in the Middle East and Iran's end goal. Finally, political panelists Kendra Barkoff...
Major conducts a wide-ranging interview with author Jon Krakauer, three decades after the 1996 Mount Everest disaster. Jon reflects on the time that has passed since the release of his 1997 book "Into Thin Air", which chronicles his first-hand account of the journey and what ultimately led to the deaths of twelve people. 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/ad...
Aaron MacLean and Sam Vinograd join Major at the top of the show to discuss the resignation of Tulsi Gabbard, Trump's Director of National Intelligence. They both detail the role of the ODNI, what the shift in leadership will mean for the administration, and the latest on the war in Iran. As the President defends his proposal of the anti-weaponization fund in a Truth Social post, Michael Cohen speaks with Major about wanting to apply for the fund. Plus, Maryland Democratic Congressman Glenn Ivey...
Major begins the show with Ebola, discussing with Dr. Celine Gounder how the virus has spread within the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the travel restrictions to neighboring African countries. Nikole Killion explains her latest reporting, where some Republicans, staunch allies of the President, are not sold on the Department of Justice's Anti-Weaponization Fund. Georgetown Law's Rupa Bhattacharya provides legal analysis on this fund and whether there is precedent for it. Major has a wide-...
President Trump's revenge tour continues: Kentucky Republican Thomas Massie lost his primary and his candidate in the Georgia Senate race advanced to a runoff, hoping to beat Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff. Anthony Salvanto breaks down the primary numbers. Staying in the Peach State, former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms clinched her win in the Democratic primary, and she has her eye on becoming Governor. She discusses what led to her breaking the 50% threshold and what policies she's hoping to ...
The Takeout explores the heated 2026 primary elections, spotlighting President Trump's intense efforts to oust Republicans who defy him, such as Kentucky's Thomas Massey. The episode provides comprehensive updates on the Georgia Senate and gubernatorial races, alongside an in-depth analysis of polling data and the impact of redistricting on House control. Discussions also cover escalating US-Iran tensions and the controversial Justice Department 'anti-weaponization' fund, designed to compensate alleged victims of political targeting. The show concludes with a moving tribute to the legendary CBS broadcaster, Edward R. Murrow, featuring excerpts from his iconic wartime reports.
Nikole Killion is in for Major today. She recaps the breaking news of a shooting at a San Diego Islamic center with Anna Schecter and Sam Vinograd. Sources tells CBS News that two suspects are dead. Aaron Navarro’s in Lexington, Kentucky covering the congressional primary of Rep. Thomas Massie, a Republican that’s been under the President’s crosshairs. Adam Beam, deputy editor from the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, discusses tomorrow’s primaries in the Peach State. Plus, we’re a couple of weeks ...
The Takeout delves into critical current events, including the arrest of an Iraqi national planning terror attacks in the US and the opaque outcomes of President Trump's China summit. Discussions also cover the Trump administration's escalating pressure on Cuba, a deadly new Ebola outbreak in Congo, and the Supreme Court's decision on the abortion pill mifepristone. Additionally, Michigan Senate candidate Mallory McMorrow shares her campaign strategy and political views, and the show features a CBS Radio flashback to the Columbia space shuttle disaster.
This episode delves into the US-China summit, highlighting President Xi's stern warning on Taiwan and discussions regarding Iran and AI competition, with Senator Slotkin raising concerns about national security and ethical issues. It also covers the heated Georgia Senate primary, where Congressman Buddy Carter defends his experience and critiques an opponent's ethics. The show concludes with Congressman Lou Correa's advocacy for psychedelic therapy for veterans and a look back at CBS News history.
Elliot Ackerman and Admiral James Stavridis discuss their novel "2084: A Novel of Future War," exploring how climate change and artificial intelligence will reshape global conflicts and human society. They delve into geopolitical predictions for Iran and Ukraine, emphasizing the need for AI regulation akin to nuclear arms control. The authors also share insights into their unique collaborative writing dynamic and the importance of diverse perspectives in their speculative fiction.
President Trump continues his travel in Beijing. CBS News Foreign Correspondent Anna. Coren is there with more, while CBS News Contributor Sam Vinograd analyzes what to expect from meetings between Trump and President Xi. Nicole Sganga tosses to parts of her interview with DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin about security at the FIFA World Cup and the current state of Alligator Alcatraz. Booking.com CEO Glenn Fogel speaks with Major about the rise of artificial intelligence in the travel industry. P...
Just before heading to meet Xi Jinping in Beijing, President Trump told reporters he’s not thinking about Americans’ financial situations, when questioned on the war in Iran. Ed O’Keefe joins Major at the desk with more. Aaron MacLean provides analysis on the latest on the war in Iran, and his reaction on Pakistan’s role as mediator between the two countries. CBS News Contributor Patrick McGee previews Apple CEO Tim Cook joining Trump in his trip to China. Plus, Major takes us back to the 60s wh...
Major and Ed tag team today’s show. Major begins the show in New York, following his interview with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Nancy Cordes joins from the White House with the toplines of her recent call with President Trump. CBS News Contributors H.R. McMaster and Elliot Ackerman react to Major’s interview. Ed then takes it away with a pivot to the latest on the Hantavirus with analysis from Dr. Jon LaPook. He tosses to our CBS Radio Flashback for the day, when Fmr. Pres. George...
Dr. Celine Gounder discusses the Hantavirus outbreak, differentiating it from COVID-19 and highlighting CDC response challenges. The Virginia Supreme Court's redistricting decision and its political implications are analyzed by David Becker. Former Navy pilot Alex Dietrich reacts to the Pentagon's release of UFO files, urging systematic investigation. The episode also delves into the latest jobs report, tensions surrounding the Iran ceasefire, an investigation into Trump's pardons, and efforts to reform congressional sexual harassment protocols. Finally, a political panel breaks down RFK Jr.'s influence on the Louisiana Senate primary and the broader issues of legislative gridlock in Washington.
Caitlin Huey-Burns hosts a wide-ranging discussion on current events. Topics include the ongoing US-Iran war negotiations, a newly released suicide note from Jeffrey Epstein and its implications, and heated redistricting debates impacting voter rights across several Southern states. The episode also features an investigation into a security lapse at a White House event shooting, insights into the Los Angeles mayoral race, and a look at potential 2028 presidential contenders. Finally, it delves into the Democratic party's new media strategy for the midterms and a historical flashback to the Cuban Missile Crisis.
Caitlin Huey-Burns anchors today. From Secy. Rubio telling reporters that the war's new phase of Project Freedom to President Trump's announcement pausing the same project, the administration's provided mixed messaging about the war in Iran. Nancy Cordes and Aaron MacLean join to cut through the noise. Five of the seven Indiana Republican lawmakers who opposed the President's redistricting effort lost their primaries. Fin Gomez recaps those results and the other primaries from Tuesday night. Plu...
Secretary of State Marco Rubio briefs reporters on what he calls the new stage of the war in Iran. Nancy Cordes joins from the White House North Lawn to report on his comments. It’s primary day in Ohio and Indiana, where several Republican state lawmakers bucked the President on his redistricting effort to gain more seats. Ed O’Keefe tosses to his interview with one of the lawmakers impacted. As many Americans disapprove of the Supreme Court, one Maryland Congressman is introducing legislation t...
Weijia Jiang fills in for Major. Spirit Airlines shuts down over the weekend, citing high oil prices due to the war in Iran. Kris Van Cleave and Peter Greenberg discuss what this means for the airline industry. Two U.S. service members are reported missing in Morocco, while participating in a military exercise. Eleanor Watson details the latest. Plus, the Supreme Court temporarily blocks a lower court ruling that would limit mifepristone access. Jessica Levinson walks us through the next steps. ...
Caitlin Huey-Burns fills in for Major. CBS News confirms that Spirit Airlines could shut down as soon as tomorrow. Kris van Cleave discusses the latest developments. Iran makes a new offer to settle the war, this as President Trump sends a letter to Congress, claiming that hostilities have terminated in the region. Aaron MacLean joins for analysis. U.S. Attorney for D.C. Jeanine Pirro releases additional footage of the moments before and during the shooting at the White House Correspondents Dinn...
Congress has finally funded the Department of Homeland Security, ending the partial government shutdown that lasted over 70 days concerning the agency. Nikole Killion is on Capitol Hill with more. Maine Governor Janet Mills suspends her Senate campaign, clearing the path for Graham Platner to become the Democratic nominee. Major speaks with New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham about what this means for the state of the Democratic Party. Pam Bondi is set to face the House Oversight Committe...
In a 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court weakened the Voting Rights Act, throwing out a Louisiana congressional map with two majority-minority districts. Jan Crawford breaks down how the justices reached their decision. Major interviews House Minority Whip Katherine Clark for her reaction, where Congress stands as the war in Iran reaches 60 days, and the ongoing partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth testifies at the House Armed Services Committee, wh...
Under Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, the Department of Justice indicts former FBI Director James Comey once again. Katrina Kaufman joins Major in New York with more. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis proposes a new congressional map that, if passed, would likely give Republicans four extra seats in the House. Rep. Kathy Castor, a Florida Democrat, whose district would be impacted, reacts to the map. Plus, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker is leading a state accountability commission seeking to pr...
Major hosts from New York. Nicole Sganga and Ed O’Keefe report on the fallout from the shooting at the White House Correspondents Dinner. Acting Attorney General Blanche emphasizes that law enforcement did not fail. CBS News National Security Analyst Aaron MacLean provides analysis on the dinner as well as the latest on the Iran War. Adam Smith, Ranking Democrat of the House Armed Services Committee, joins “The Takeout” to preview Defense Secy. Hegseth on the Hill later this week and his reactio...
Major speaks with Anita McBride, the former Chief of Staff to First Lady Laura Bush, about the role First Ladies have played in early presidential tenures. McBride, who’s also the co-chair of the InPursuit essay series, responds to the pieces of Abigail Adams and Dolly Madison garnered 10-15% more interest than that of the Presidents profiled. 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:...
Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are set to travel to Islamabad to continue peace negotiations with Iran. These conversations follow President Trump's announcement of a three-week extension between Israel and Lebanon. Ed O'Keefe is at the White House with more. Major speaks with former Trump National Security Advisor Robert O'Brien to parse through all the details. A soldier involved in the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro allegedly placed bets on the prediction market platform Polymar...
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick testified on Capitol Hill, saying that the U.S.’ current trade relationship with Canada “sucks". Major interviews Ontario Premier Doug Ford for his response. Off the heels of the state’s first governor debate last night, California gubernatorial candidate Xavier Becerra joins “The Takeout” to discuss his platform. Plus, Major continues his tribute to CBS News Radio. This time, he shares a snippet of when the radio covered Japan’s surrender which led to the end o...
Major speaks with New York Times investigative reporter Jodi Kantor about her new book, "How to Start: Discovering Your Life's Work". The book sets out to provide advice to recent college graduates looking to find the career they're most passionate about. Kantor also discusses her latest reporting on the Supreme Court's shadow docket. 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://podcast...
Major returns to the anchor chair. Ed O'Keefe is at the White House reporting on the fluid situation between US and Iran, following the extended ceasefire announced by President Trump. Voters in Virginia approved a new map that would give Democrats a 10-1 majority in the state. Fin Gomez joins Major at the desk to discuss the results. Republican Senator Thom Tillis has vowed not to vote on Fed nominee Kevin Warsh, until Trump ends his probe against current Fed Chair Jerome Powell. Tillis joins t...
