The Takeout with Major Garrett

President Trump looks to conclude his trip from the World Economic Forum, but not without announcing his new Board of Peace. Nancy Cordes joins Major at the desk to break down which countries have signed on, and which are staying out. Former Special Counsel Jack Smith testifies in front of Capitol Hill about his involvement with Trump's previous cases: the January 6 insurrection and his mishandling of classified documents. Scott MacFarlane is here with more. Plus, Major interviews Connecticut Senator Richard Blumenthal about ICE's new internal memo, where they claim officers will be able to search people's homes without a judicial warrant and the legal ramifications. Florida Republican Rep. Anna Paulina Luna joins "The Takeout" to discuss her bipartisan legislation with AOC on lowering credit card interest rates. 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 is back in the anchor chair. Ed O’Keefe continues covering the President at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. He interviews North Carolina Republican Senator Thom Tillis and 2028 presidential hopeful, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear about the President’s speech and his “framework” for a potential deal over Greenland. Jan Crawford joins Major on-set about the Supreme Court’s arguments on whether President Trump can fire Fed Governor Lisa Cook. Plus, Nicole Sganga joins from St. Paul, Minnesota to discuss her interview with the state’s commissioner, who disputes claims from the Department of Homeland Security that local government is not cooperating with them. 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

Weijia Jiang sits in the anchor chair for today. Ed O'Keefe joins from Davos, Switzerland at the World Economic Forum, at a time where members of the Trump Administration are defending the President's threat to acquire Greenland. Ed speaks with Cabinet secretaries as well as Democratic leaders for reaction. Weijia interviews Tommy Pigott, Deputy Spokesperson for the State Department, about the administration's foreign policy, one year after inauguration day. Plus, WCCO Reporter Jonah Kaplan shares his exclusive interview with Aimee Bock, the "mastermind" behind the biggest fraud scheme in Minnesota. 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

Despite the cold wind chill in Minneapolis, people are still standing outside of the ICE facility. Ian Lee is on the scene with more. CBS News Legal Contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down the Insurrection Act: the statute that President Trump is considering invoking that would send federal troops to the city. On this MLK Day, Major speaks with Martin Luther King the 3rd and his wife Arndrea Waters-King about his father’s civil rights legacy. Plus, with the College Football Championship game later tonight, Major interviews two students from the opposing teams: Indiana University and University of Miami. 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

After his week-long trip to Arizona for his San Diego Padres fantasy baseball camp, Major is back at the desk! He tackles the ongoing protests happening in Minnesota, with Matt Gutman on the scene and Councilwoman Aurin Chowdhury with her reaction to ICE presence in the state. Iranian activist and journalist Masih Alinejad discusses the latest on the protests in the country. Plus, congressional lawmakers from both sides travel to Denmark in an effort to ease tensions brought on by the Trump Administration over Greenland. Former U.S. Ambassador to Denmark Rufus Gifford provides his own analysis on the President’s claim that he needs to take control of Greenland. 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

Ed is back at the desk today. Weijia Jiang joins from the White House to discuss Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, while Charles Shapiro, Former U.S. Ambassador to Venezuela, provides some perspective in the country’s current political landscape. Lana Zak is in Minneapolis, where another shooting by an ICE officer has increased tensions in the state. Plus, more than 20 individuals were charged in a sports betting scheme within the NCAA. Danny Funt, sports writer and author of “Everybody Loses: The Tumultuous Rise of American Sports Gambling,” breaks it down. 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

Ed O'Keefe is back at the anchor chair for The Takeout. He begins the show by dissecting the various foreign threads with Margaret Brennan, including the meeting with Denmark and Greenland Foreign Ministers at the White House and Trump's comment that the shooting and executions in Iran have stopped. CBS National Security Contributor and Fmr. National Security Advisor H.R. McMaster chimes in with additional analysis. California Democratic Representative Mike Levin joins to discuss his perspective on possible articles of impeachment against DHS Secretary Kristi Noem and the U.S. efforts to sell oil from Venezuela. Plus, Taurean Small joins to break down the impending vote on War Powers resolution, and why the bipartisan effort from the Senate has lost momentum. 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

Ed O'Keefe fills in for Major today. CBS News believes at least 12,000 Iranian protesters have been killed as a crackdown within the country. Tony Dokoupil has a one-on-one interview with President Trump about what he's planning when he tells Iranian protesters that "help is on the way." We have a preview of that exchange. Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado is set to have a meeting at the White House on Thursday, following the capture of Nicolas Maduro. Former Venezuelan President Juan Guaido speaks with Ed about his reaction to Maduro's capture, and what he hopes that Machado gets out of her meeting with the President. Plus, The Supreme Court hears arguments about whether to limit transgender athletes from playing sports in their desired gender identity, rather than their biological sex. Jan Crawford has the latest, while Ed interviews Jennifer Sey, a vocal opponent of trans athletes playing in sports. 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

Caitlin Huey-Burns fills in for Major at the anchor chair. The Department of Justice opens a probe into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. Scott MacFarlane is at the desk with more, and Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren warns about the administration's move to make the Fed less independent. Weijia Jiang joins from the White House to discuss possible options that the President is receiving from his national security team on how to respond to ongoing protests in Iran. Plus, Minnesota officials sue the federal government about their immigration operations, following the death of a Minneapolis woman by an ICE agent last week. Nicole Sganga is on the scene, and Virginia Democratic Congressman James Walkinshaw joins "The Takeout" to discuss his move to put language that would reign ICE and CBP officers in, when it comes to immigration enforcement. 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

Weijia Jiang fills in for Major today. The show starts in Minneapolis, where protests continue after a woman shot by an ICE officer. CBS News obtained a new angle of the video showing that shooting, while local officals continue to ask to be included in the investigation. Ash-Har Quarishi joins, and Weijia speaks with a criminal defense attorney for further analysis. The Trump Administration met with oil executives today in the East Room, after their recent actions in Venezuela. Aaron Navarro is at the White House to discuss. Plus, Major sends a message from his travels at the San Diego Padres baseball camp. 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

Nancy Cordes fills in for Major at the anchor chair. Protests erupt following the death of a Minneapolis woman by an ICE officer. The federal government has restricted state officials from pertinent information to continue their independent investigation. Nicole Sganga is on the scene with more. Nancy interviews California Democratic Senator Adam Schiff on his response. Bob Costa joins Nancy to discuss his recent conversation with President Trump, and what the administration hopes to accomplish with Venezuela. Plus, with all of the health information that's pushed onto our television screens, one physician hopes to break through the noise with simple ways to lead a long and healthy life. Dr. Zeke Emanuel discusses his latest book, "Eat Your Ice Cream." 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 has a wide-ranging interview with author and TV producer Harlan Coben to discuss his new show "Harlan Coben's Final Twist," from CBS' See it Now Studios . Harlan discusses the differences he faces between being a fiction writer and tackling the reality and sensitivity of these true stories in his new show. They also discuss his favorite police shows throughout the years, and what he classifies as his version of success. "Harlan Coben's Final Twist" is available to stream on Paramount+. 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

An ICE officer shot and killed a Minneapolis woman today. Officials are now urging the federal agency to leave the city, following the incident. Major speaks with Nicole Sganga who is on the scene, as well as Minneapolis City Councilman Jason Chavez for his response. After the White House captured Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro, the administration is now looking to take over Greenland, a fellow NATO ally. Former CIA Director David Petraeus discusses what this could mean for U.S. foreign policy. Plus, Nancy Cordes gives a preview of her interview with HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr, about his latest efforts to change vaccine schedules and dietary guidelines. 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 begins the show with Scott MacFarlane on five years since the January 6th insurrection, highlighting Scott's reporting about Thom Tillis is the first Republican pushing to get the honorary plaque erected on the halls of the Capitol. He interviews Former Georgia Lieutenant Governor Geoff Duncan on his testimony on the Hill today, as well as his change to run as a Democrat in the race for Georgia's governor. Lilia Luciano and Ed O'Keefe tackle the latest on Venezuela, with Lilia on the Colombian border and Ed from the White House about the administration's new plan to take over Greenland. Miami Mayor Eileen Higgins joins to discuss how Venezuelans in her city are reacting to Maduro's capture and pushing the administration to bring back temporary protected status for her constituents. Lastly, Matthew Heath, who was formerly detained in Venezuela, discusses his experience. 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

"The Takeout" tackles multiple perspectives behind the Trump Administration's capture of Nicolas Maduro. CBS News Legal Analyst Caroline Polisi and Tom Dupree, Fmr. Deputy Assistant Attorney General, join to discuss the legal ramifications behind the capture, as well as the next steps following Maduro's arraignment today. Katrina Kaufman is in New York, at the courthouse where Maduro and his wife appeared, to provide some background into their demeanor and the charges they face. Major interviews Florida Republican Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart about his reaction and whether he believes the US will pursue military action in other countries. 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 interviews former FBI counterintelligence operative Eric O’Neill on how people can combat scam operations from hackers. Eric discusses these strategies in his latest book “Spies, Lies and Cybercrime", and even some shocking stories about how cybercriminals targeted individuals and businesses. 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

Trump’s Justice Department releases a portion of the Jeffrey Epstein files to a mixed reaction. Scott MacFarlane sets the scene for the files that the public has access to. Longtime Epstein Investigative Journalist Barry Levine & Yasmine Meyer, a lawyer for Epstein Survivors, provide analysis and reaction to the release. Major covers some breaking news about U.S. strikes in Syria with Ellee Watson, and ends the show with a goodbye to wrap the year. 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

Officials have issued an arrest warrant for a suspect in the Brown University shooting. Katrina Kaufman begins from Providence, RI, awaiting a possible presser from law enforcement on their latest discovery. The White House announces their executive order to reclassify marijuana from a Schedule 1 to a Schedule 3 drug. Aaron Navarro is at the White House to detail what this means. Plus, Major conducts multiple interviews with lawmakers and administration officials. Pennsylvania Republican Ryan MacKenzie is one of the four GOP members who crossed party lines to extend ACA subsidies, who explains his decision. Texas Democrat Julie Johnson faces a tough primary challenge in former Rep. Colin Allred, who bowed out of the Senate race and challenged for her seat. She says what sets her apart from her latest opponent. Plus, newly minted NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman joins "The Takeout" to discuss his ambitious goal to have the US back to the moon by 2028. 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

Major has a wide-ranging interview with Chris Whipple about his profile on White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles. Major and Chris discuss her perspective on the boat strikes in Venezuela, reaction to pardons of January 6th offenders and her role in the administration. Chris provides his take on whether Wiles will receive backlash for her involvement in the piece. 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 starts tonight with Katrina Kaufman in Providence, RI as law enforcement officials are still looking for the person behind the shooting at Brown University. Katrina details the latest. White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles is not known for being in front of the camera, but a new longform piece from Vanity Fair provides an inside look into one of the most powerful women in the Trump Administration: her perspective on the President's boat strikes in Venezuela, his decision to pardon January 6 rioters and much more. Major speaks with Chris Whipple, the journalist behind the longform interview, about his takeaways with Wiles. Plus, Parkland survivor Cameron Kasky joins "The Takeout" to discuss his reasoning for running in New York's 12th Congressional District in an already crowded primary. 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 Tom Hanson on what we know about the shooting that happened at Brown University, before officials provide an update to the public. Jonathan Vigliotti joins from California with an update on the charges against Nick Reiner for the murders of his parents, Rob and Michelle. Meanwhile, on Capitol Hill, Speaker Johnson has decided not to put a vote on extending subsidies under the Affordable Care Act, to the ire of moderate Republicans in his party. New York Republican Congressman Mike Lawler, who called the decision “idiotic,” joins to discuss his criticism. 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

The show’s coverage begins with Tom Hanson in Providence, Rhode Island where the shooting at Brown University killed two students. Officials update the public with a new development that there’s a new person of interest in the investigation, even showing footage of them near the campus. Major speaks with Brown University senior Talia Levine about where she was and her reaction to the shooting, before pivoting to our second big story of the day. Hollywood director Rob Reiner and his wife, Michelle, were found dead in their Brentwood home. Jonathan Vigliotti provides the latest, while Chief Film Critic at Variety, Peter Debruge sets the scene for Reiner’s impact in the industry. 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 has a wide-ranging interview with New York Times investigative reporter Jodi Kantor. Major and Jodi discuss how the rise of artificial intelligence is affecting recent college graduates who are facing difficulty in the job market. They also go down memory lane on the challenges they faced transitioning from college to the journalism industry. 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 Sen. Alex Padilla (D-CA) and Sen. Tim Sheehy (R-MT) about their thoughts on ACA subsidies, the administration's immigration policies as well as the recent boat strikes in Venezuela. Padilla and Sheehy also discuss their joint legislation to boost wildfire prevention. 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 and Scott MacFarlane start out the show by discussing the photos released by the House Oversight Committee about the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein with other powerful men, including President Trump and Fmr. President Bill Clinton. A judge has blocked the Trump Administration from detaining Kilmar Abrego-Garcia once again. Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports on his next steps. Plus, Senators from opposing sides of the aisle come together for a joint interview: Montana Republican Tim Sheehy and California Democrat Alex Padilla speak with Major about health care, immigration, and their legislation on wildfire prevention. 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

Major begins his monologue discussing the backstory of ACA subsidies, how millions of Americans are affected by the measure, before reporting that both Democrat and Republican plans failed to pass the Senate, as was expected. Caitlin Huey-Burns explained the breakdown in plans for both parties, and spoke with Americans on Capitol Hill about how they're dealing with the rise in their premiums come January. Moments before the show went on air, Indiana lawmakers decided to vote against a congressional map that would have benefited the GOP makeup in the state. Hunter Woodall joins Major on set with more. Plus, Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Machado secretly traveled from Venezuela to Norway to receive her award, with the help of the Grey Bull Foundation. Lilia Luciano shares her exclusive interview with the man behind the organization: U.S. Special Forces veteran Bryan Stern. 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

Major has a wide-ranging interview with ESPN Commentator Paul Finebaum about his decision not to run for Senate in Alabama. Finebaum also discusses his recent criticism of Notre Dame, amid their exclusion from the College Football Playoff as well as Indiana's shocking rise in college football. You won't want to miss it! 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 his monologue tonight with the perspectives of Pennsylvania voters, following President Trump's trip to Mount Pocono about the economy. They weigh in on what grade he should receive for his current policies. Nancy joins from the White House with more. Congress has yet to come up with a solution of whether subsidies for the Affordable Care Act should be extended, and if so, for how long. Doctor and Kansas Republican Senator Roger Marshall discusses how his proposal stands out, compared to his colleagues. One day after becoming elected the first Democratic Mayor of Miami in 30 years, Eileen Higgins joins "The Takeout" to discuss her strategy to victory and her issues with the Trump Administration in regards to their immigration policy. Plus, ESPN Sports Analyst Paul Finebaum speaks with Major about his decision not to run for Senate, recent criticism of Notre Dame not being part of the College Football Playoff and more. 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 has a wide-ranging interview with Leland Vittert, NewsNation Anchor and Author of “Born Lucky,” where he details his personal journey. From his autism diagnosis at age 8, to his decision to enter the journalism industry, Vittert details the impact that his father had on managing his diagnosis and his take on the current conversation that society is having on autism. 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

On the heels of his POLITICO interview, President Trump travels to Mount Pocono, PA to make his case on the economy. Nancy Cordes is at the event with more. The Federal Reserve is expected to cut rates tomorrow for the third time in a row. Jill Schlesinger previews what the decision means. Plus, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins joins “The Takeout” to discuss what’s in the new $12 billion aid package to farmers. 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

After Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's 60 Minutes interview, President Trump criticizes his former ally on Truth Social, calling her "low IQ" and a "traitor." Nancy Cordes joins from the White House to discuss his comments, along with his announcement to provide relief to U.S. farmers. Jan Crawford is at the Supreme Court to detail arguments on whether the President's firing of FTC Commissioner Rebecca Slaughter was unconstitutional. The Texas Senate race heats up, as one member of Congress joins in and one former Representative bows out. Major speaks with Former Rep. Colin Allred, who made the decision to suspend his campaign and run for the House instead. Plus, a Minnesota state fraud scandal reaches national news, with the Treasury Department now investigating the scheme. MN State Rep. Kristin Robbins speaks with Major about the latest. 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

President Trump receives a new award called the FIFA Peace Prize during the World Draw. at the Kennedy Center. Trump meets with Canadian PM Mark Carney and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum. Weijia Jiang joins from the White House with more. Jamie Watson, former soccer player and match analyst with MLS Season Pass, breaks down the groups for the World Cup. Scott MacFarlane reports on what we know about the pipe bomb suspect, while Charlie D’Agata discusses the latest U.S. strike in Venezuela. 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

Select members of Congress were given a classified briefing on the Venezuela boat strike on September 2nd. While some matters were agreed upon, other issues, like whether a deadly second strike against two survivors was proper.Rep. Chrissy Houlahan joins The Takeout with her reaction to where things stand.That and much 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 government report on "Signalgate" was released evaluating Defense Secretary Hegseth’s actions. Senator Jack Reed provides reaction to that, the boat strikes in Venezuela and what his response to an attack on land would be. 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

David Shedd joins The Takeout with Major Garrett to discuss his new book, “he Great Heist: China’s Epic Campaign to Steal America’s Secrets”. He breaks down global threats, intelligence challenges, and America’s evolving role in the world. This episode offers clear, sharp insight into the issues shaping U.S. security today. Listen to the full conversation 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 covers the Pentagon’s second strike on a suspected drug boat with reporting from Weijia Jiang and analysis from a national security expert. Lawmakers Kevin Kiley and Sam Liccardo explain their bipartisan plan to extend ACA tax credits. Scott MacFarlane details questions surrounding FBI Director Kash Patel’s use of a government jet. Major also speaks with David Shedd about his new book The Great Heist on China’s sweeping campaign to steal America’s secrets. Listen to the full episode here!v 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 a Washington Post report came out that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ordered military officials to kill all survivors on a September 2 attack, the Trump Administration is explaining its actions. Ed O'Keefe discusses the White House reaction, lawyer Jamil Jaffer discusses the legal ramifications of these strikes, and Florida Democratic Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz joins Major to condemn the actions from the White House. Nicole Sganga details the latest developments following the National Guard shooting. Plus, Tennessee will hold a congressional special election tomorrow to replace retiring Rep. Mark Green. Major speaks with Hunter Woodall about what to expect for this race. 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 speaks with writer/author Matthew Davis on his book, "Biography of a Mountain," which discusses the controversy behind the construction of Mount Rushmore, how the national landmark was received by Native Americans, and how much of the history is erased from the memorial site. Listen to the full conversation 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

Two members of the West Virginia National Guard were shot just blocks away from the White House. Major continues rolling coverage of the shooting. Nicole Sganga is on-site near the train stop where the shooting originated, Weijia Jiang reports on White House reaction, while CBS National Security Contributor Sam Vinograd as well as former FBI officials Katherine Schweit and Jeff Harp join with analysis. Weijia returns to discuss the latest in Ukraine, before Major speaks with NOTUS’ Daniella Diaz and 24SightNews’ editor Tom LoBianco as part of his reporter panel. 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

The US says that Ukraine is close to signing on a peace deal, but Zelenskyy maintains that there are some details that still need to be ironed out, and Russia is being largely silent. Jennifer Jacobs joins from the White House to discuss the latest, while Fmr. Ambassador Bill Taylor provides analysis. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear penned an op-ed in the Washington Post, signaling that Democrats need to do more than hitting on affordability in order to gain rural voters. Major speaks with Gov. Beshear on what message he wants his party to send. Plus, multiple members of Congress faced the threat of censure in the House last week, causing chaos in the lower chamber. Virginia Democratic Representative Don Beyer joins “The Takeout” with new legislation to raise the threshold for censure. Join us 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

A judge dismisses the Justice Department’s cases against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James. Scott MacFarlane and CBS News legal analyst Caroline Polisi join to discuss. Former Trump ally and Georgia Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene announced her exit from the House. The Pentagon is now investigating Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly, following his involvement in a video where he urged military members not to follow illegal orders. Caitlin Huey-Burns reports the latest on both those developments. Plus, Major interviews author/writer Matthew Davis on his new book, “Biography of a Mountain,” which details the tragic history behind Mount Rushmore. 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

Democratic Rep. Jim Clyburn joins Major for a longform interview about whether another government will shut down come January, who's the leader of the Democratic Party, and what legacy he hopes to leave. The former House Majority Whip is promoting his new book,"The First Eight," where he highlights the eight Black South Carolina congressmen who rose to power during the Reconstruction Era, and paved the way for his tenure. 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 and NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani: two leaders from the Big Apple meet at the White House. Political Director Fin Gomez and former Mayor Bill de Blasio join to discuss. Major interviews longtime South Carolina Democratic Representative Jim Clyburn about the state of the Democratic Party. Clyburn previews his new book, “The First Eight,” which highlights his predecessors: the eight South Carolina Black Representatives of Congress elected during Reconstruction. Plus, Merriam-Webster announces the terms that are being added to their new dictionary. Senior Editor Peter Sokolowski defines the words that made the cut. 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

Trump threatens six Democratic lawmakers on Truth Social, after they released a video calling on the military not to follow through on illegal orders. Nancy Cordes joins at the White House with the administration’s response. CBS News reports that the President has agreed to a 28-point peace plan between Russia and Ukraine, but Ukraine has yet to agree. Ambassador Bill Taylor joins Major on-set to discuss next steps. Plus, with just a week away from Thanksgiving, duck is becoming a cheaper alternative to turkey. Allison Tucker, National Accounts Manager at Maple Leaf Farms, provides an on-set cooking demonstration. 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

After the House and Senate passed legislation calling for more transparency into the Epstein files, the bill is set to head to the President's desk. Nikole Killion is at Capitol Hill with more. The White House has sent Army Secretary Dan Driscoll to Ukraine to iron out a possible peace proposal. Margaret Brennan joins Major to discuss what this meeting means. Plus, Texas Republican Representative Jodey Arrington announces he will retire at the end of his term, to cap a decade-long career in the lower chamber. Major interviews the Budget Chairman on what led to his decision and what's next for the economy, following his meeting with Secretary Scott Bessent. 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

Hanan Elatr Khashoggi, the widow of late Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi, joins Major on “The Takeout” to react to President Trump’s comments about her late husband and the Saudi Prince’s visit to the White House. 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 Trump's shift on the Epstein files, the House passed legislation in a 417-1 vote calling for transparency. Texas Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett joins to discuss. The President meets with Saudi Prince Mohammad bin Salman at the White House, and defended the leader after being asked a question about the late journalist Jamal Khashoggi. Major speaks with Khashoggi's widow, Hanan, for her reaction. Plus, the Education Department announces its first step to overhaul the agency as we see fit. Major interviews Secretary Linda McMahon on her new effort and what it could means for the students who rely on that funding. 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 denouncing the Epstein Files on multiple occasions, President Trump is now calling for the House to vote that the Epstein files be released. Major speaks with Nancy Cordes at the White House and Epstein survivor, Danielle Bensky, about what this policy shift means. Florida Representative Maria Elvira Salazar comes on-set to promote her latest book that delves into her immigration policy called the Dignity Act. Plus, the President weighed in on Tucker Carlson’s interview with Nick Fuentes, defending the commentator. David Brody, Chief Political Analyst at Christian Broadcasting Network, discusses the fissures within the conservative movement as a result. 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 interviews political commentator and former “Hardball” anchor on what politicians can learn from Bobby Kennedy, in his new book: “Lessons from Bobby: Ten Reasons Robert F. Kennedy Still Matters”. Matthews also discusses the state of the Democratic Party, and where RFK Jr. fits in this narrative. 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 announces on Truth Social that he has instructed Attorney General Pam Bondi to investigate Democratic lawmakers and supporters into their connections to Jeffrey Epstein. Nancy Cordes joins from the White House to explain the about face. Ellee Watson and Sam Vinograd discuss the latest on the US strikes in Venezuela and CBS reporting on the options the President received from his senior advisors. Major interviews TSA Deputy Administrator Adam Stahl about how the airlines are bouncing back after the end of the government shutdown. Plus, political commentator Chris Matthews joins Major to discuss his latest book, "Lessons from Bobby: Ten Reasons Robert F. Kennedy Still Matters". 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