The Takeout with Major Garrett

Major sits down with Yossi Cohen, the former director of the Mossad, Israel's intelligence agency about how he feels about Israel's latest offensive in Gaza. He also promotes his book, "The Sword of Freedom," where he details his operation to prevent Iran from expanding the country's nuclear weapon program. 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 is in for Major Garrett today. A CDC Advisory Committee will determine whether to recommend the measles-mumps-rubella vaccines to children. Mark Strassmann is in Atlanta, where the meeting is being held. Missouri's state legislature passed redistricting maps that would greatly impact Democratic representative Emanuel Cleaver. He joins "The Takeout" to discuss the latest efforts and his take on Congress avoiding a government shutdown. Plus, President Trump has extended the TikTok deadline again, but indicates there's an upcoming deal on the way. Raja Krishnamoorthi, one of the lawmakers behind the legislation to ban the app, gives his perspective on how the app can affect national security. 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 has an extensive interview with James Comer, Kentucky Republican and head of the House Oversight Committee. Given the aftermath of the Charlie Kirk assassination, Comer discusses his letter urging tech leaders to testify about radicalization of online users. He's hoping that "following the money" will get his committee closer to learning more about the Epstein investigation and encourages President Trump not to grant a pardon to his accomplice, Ghislaine Maxwell. 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 Federal Reserve announces an interest rate cut. Jo Ling Kent discusses the impact it can have on consumers buying houses and cars. After her public firing, ousted CDC Director Susan Monarez shares her side of the story to members of Congress. Caitlin Huey-Burns covers the developments on Capitol Hill. Plus, Major sits down with House Oversight Chair James Comer about his reaction to Charlie Kirk's assassination and his committee's investigation into the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. You won't want to miss it, 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

The suspect in the Charlie Kirk shooting appears in his first court appearance virtually. Former federal prosecutor Scott Fredericksen discusses more about the possible charges that he could face. FBI Director Kash Patel testifies on Capitol Hill, to defend his reaction to releasing information about the investigation in real-time. Scott MacFarlane explains the backlash he's getting from Democrats on the other side of the aisle. Plus, former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett joins Major on-set about the country's latest offensive into Gaza and the UN Commission report that concludes Israel has committed genocide. 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 conservative commentator Bill O'Reilly about his latest novel, "Confronting Evil," which details how individuals in the US and authoritarian leaders abroad took advantage of groups of people to solidify their power. O'Reilly and his co-author Josh Hammer, delves into men like Adolf Hitler and Vladimir Putin, as well as lesser known people include Nathan Bedford Forrest, who was the architect behind the Ku Klux Klan. 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 suspect in Charlie Kirk's assassination refuses to speak with authorities as he awaits a court appearance tomorrow. Andres Gutierrez is in Utah with the latest. The White House indicated that they are close to a TikTok deal, just days away from the deadline for the social media platform to find a US buyer. Jo Ling Kent has more on what this news could mean for the app. Plus, Oklahoma City Republican Mayor David Holt makes the case to emphasize diversity in our country, rather than run away from it. 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 has a wide-ranging interview with David Rubenstein, co-founder of the private equity fund the Carlyle Group and principal owner of the Baltimore Orioles. They discuss how sports brings people together, how sports betting has affected treatment of athletes, his thoughts on a second Trump term and whether he believes an economic recession is on the horizon. 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

Police arrested a suspect in the murder of Charlie Kirk. Carter Evans joins from Orem, UT, the site of the shooting. Weijia Jiang reports on President Trump’s interview with Fox and Friends and his answer about the suspect. Sam Vinograd and Tom Dupree discuss the non-conventional methods of the Trump Administration and the next steps of the investigation. Robert Draper, the New York Times staff writer who profiled Kirk earlier this year about his influence in the Republican Party. Plus, Major’s interview with Baltimore Orioles owner David Rubenstein about the world of baseball, the role of sports in society and his sense of the current economy. Tune in 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 examines the life of conservative leader Charlie Kirk, the political violence incidents over the last decade and the impact that Kirk has on college students within his party and on the other side. Major speaks with Utah Senator John Curtis, whose home state was the site for Kirk’s shooting. Curtis says that the extremes on both sides are not healthy for this discussion and urged to drive out hate with love. Former White House Deputy Press Secretary Harrison Fields, who knew Charlie Kirk, gives his thoughts on Kirk's passing and influence. He also interviews three college students: two Republicans and one Democrat about the reach that Kirk had in those circles. 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 in the chair for a special, breaking news version of “The Takeout”, reporting on the death of conservative figure and Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk. Major speaks with reporters as well as newsmakers on both sides to discuss the shooting as well as the impact that Kirk had on the Republican Party. 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

There was a major revision in the jobs numbers from the Bureau of Labor Statistics that concern some economists. Douglas Holtz-Eakin, former Director of the Congressional Budget Office, analyzes what the findings mean. Despite President Trump disputing his signature, the Epstein birthday book is not going away anytime soon. Maryland Democratic Representative Jamie Raskin joins to discuss his reaction. Texas State Representative James Talarico discusses his announcement to run for his state’s Senate seat against John Cornyn. Major presses him on what makes his candidacy stand out from Democrats’ previous efforts to flip the seat blue. Plus, you will get a glimpse into Major’s interview with Baltimore Orioles owner David Rubenstein at Camden Yards. You won’t want to miss 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 is in for Major today. Homeland Security announces an immigration operation in Chicago, called Operation Midway Blitz, to the dismay of Democratic lawmakers. Weijia Jiang joins from the White House to explain what we know. After an immigration raid over the weekend that workers at a Hyundai plant in Georgia, the Trump administration has reached a deal with South Korea’s foreign minister to bring the employees home. Camilo Montoya-Galvez comes on to discuss. Plus, the Wall Street Journal reports that HHS will announce a link betweenTylenol and autism. Nancy speaks with a doctor to debunk the claim. 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

Jobs numbers are out from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and it may not be the results that President Trump wanted. Jo Ling Kent discusses the cooling labor market and Trump’s ongoing criticism towards Fed Chair Jerome Powell. A New York Times report found that a 2019 Seal Team 6 Mission in North Korea led to the deaths of civilians in the country. Major speaks with one of the authors behind the fascinating report. Plus, Sports Illustrated senior fantasy football writer Michael Fabiano audits Major’s current fantasy team. You won’t want to miss it. Tune in 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

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. gets grilled on The Hill from both Democrats and Republicans, following the firing of Senate-confirmed CDC Director Susan Monarez. Nikole Killion reports on the testy exchanges in the room, while Dr. Michael Osterholm warns of the long-term consequences that RFK Jr's actions on vaccines can have on public health. Norah O'Donnell joins Major to preview her interview with Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett to air on CBS Sunday Morning. Plus, some colleges are allowing students to bring their furry friends to help them acclimate to the college experience. Major interviews Jed Cummings, the Executive Director of Housing at the University of Northern Colorado: one of the colleges who have expanded their pet policies. Join us 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

Survivors of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein are on Capitol Hill to urge the Justice Department to release any remaining files of the investigation. Major interviews one of the survivors about the increased attention to the case and what she hopes will come of this effort. After the ouster of CDC Director Susan Monarez, Democrats are calling for HHS Secretary RFK Jr. to resign. Obstetrician and Kansas Republican Senator Roger Marshall weighs in. Lastly, Major remembers his longtime mentor and CBS White House Correspondent Mark Knoller. 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 Wall Street Journal reporters Drew Hinshaw and Joe Parkinson about their new book: Swap: A Secret History of the New Cold War. Hinshaw and Parkinson discuss the imprisonment of Britney Griner, Paul Whelan and Evan Gershkovich in Russia and the behind the scenes details of how they made their way back to the United States. Tune in 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

President Trump is adamant about sending members of the National Guard to deal with crime in Chicago. The Democratic leadership in the state says otherwise. Nancy Cordes is at the White House with the latest. Congress is back in session, juggling all of the news’ topics on their agenda from the Epstein files to the government shutdown. Caitlin Huey-Burns sets the stage for Capitol Hill, before Major interviews North Carolina Republican Rep. Tim Moore from the Appropriations Committee. Plus, Reps. Thomas Massie and Ro Khanna will host a presser with victims, urging for the release of the Epstein files. Scott MacFarlane joins Major on-set with 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

The Trump Administration announces that former Vice President Harris’ Secret Service detail has been revoked. Nancy Cordes is at the White House with more. Sam Vinograd joins Caitlin on-set to discuss how administrations determine whether someone’s Secret Service detail is extended. Ed O’Keefe teases a preview of his interview with Illinois Governor JB Pritzker that will air on Face the Nation this weekend. Ed questions the Governor on his reaction to a National Guard deployment in his state. Plus, it’s been 20 years since Hurricane Katrina made landfall in New Orleans. Caitlin speaks with Mitch Landrieu, who was the Lieutenant Governor during the time of the natural disaster, about his experience there. 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 Minneapolis community is still reeling from the shooting that killed two children and injured 18 others in a Catholic church. Caitlin speaks with Minnesota State Representative Emma Greenman about what can be done to prevent future shootings from happening in the state. Minnesota is also one of a dozen states suing TikTok, based on how it's affecting kids across the country. Attorney General Keith Ellison discusses his lawsuit with Caitiln and why he believes the social media platform is "digital nicotine." Plus, President Trump threatens to send members of the National Guard to Chicago. Illinois' Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton joins "The Takeout" to criticize the administration's decision and believes that this is his way to "bring chaos." 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

Tragedy strikes yet again, another mass shooting becomes the major headline of the day. This time a shooter opened fire on the side of a Catholic church in Minnesota during mass, killing two children and injuring 17 others. Ash-har Quirashi reports from Minneapolis on the latest on the shooting and the emotional toll. Scott MacFarlane and Sam Vinograd join on-set. Scott details the background of the shooter, while Sam discusses what next steps we can expect for the investigation. Caitlin Huey-Burns interviews Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb on his reaction to the Minneapolis shooting and the federal government's takeover of DC. Lastly, Caitlin speaks with Parkland shooting survivor Isabella Benjumea about what she would tell the kids and families affected by the tragedy. 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 announced his firing of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook through a Truth Social post last night. Cook states she will not resign and hopes to take the battle to court. Aaron Navarro details the latest, while Abha Bhattarai and Tom Dupree analyze the economic and legal implications behind the firing. About 200 current and former FEMA employees signed onto a letter called the “Katrina Declaration,” warning about the long-term effects of the President’s cuts to the department. Former FEMA Spokesperson Jeremy Edwards, one of the signees, discusses his decision to sign onto the letter and how the changes within the agency are affecting how his fellow peers can respond to future storms. Plus, are you ready for it? Resident Swifties Nancy Cordes and Jo Ling Kent react to the news of Taylor Swift’s engagement to Travis Kelce. They give their take on the happy news as well as their all-time favorite songs from the singer. 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 steps into the anchor chair, while Major is away. Just days after his release from a Tennessee jail, Kilmar Abrego Garcia has been arrested and is being processed for deportation to Uganda. Camilo Montoya-Galvez joins from Maryland, where a federal judge blocked his removal from the country. Maryland Democratic Representative Glenn Ivey, who attended today’s rally in support of Garcia, comes on-set to discuss more on congressional action. With the ongoing crackdown in the nation’s capital, President Trump has a new city in his crosshairs. Former WH Chief of Staff and longtime Chicago Democrat Bill Daley speaks about his concern for Trump’s threat to deploy members of the National Guard. Plus, former Elon Musk aide Katie Miller, speaks with Ed about her new podcast where she hopes to attract conservative women through lifestyle conversations with members of both sides of the aisle. Join us for the next 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 Jonathan Levy about his 2021 release, "Ages of American Capitalism: A History of the United States," and how his book's themes describe the U.S. economic system today. Levy details the history behind the Federal Reserve and the way in which they have shaped economic policy after the 1970s, as well as where artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency can impact our economic future. 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 Department of Justice releases the audio and transcripts of Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche’s interview with Ghislane Maxwell. Jake Rosen and Caroline Polisi break down what we learned and what she has to gain from sharing her testimony. Major speaks with Bill Taylor, former Ambassador to Ukraine, about an update just one week following the US-Russia summit in Alaska. Lastly, AMC announces they will increase the number of commercials that consumers see in anticipation for their movies. Professor Tom Davenport gets into why the theatre company is doing this and what a better solution could be to entice moviegoers before summer releases. Tune in 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 announces his patrol with D.C. police tonight. Ed O’Keefe is at the White House with more. California Republican and former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy joins to break down his discontent about the redistricting efforts coming from Governor Gavin Newsom. Plus, Missouri Senator Eric Schmitt discusses his new book: a roadmap for conservatives to win in the court of law. 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 ventures out to North Carolina for an in-depth conversation with the state’s outgoing Republican Senator Thom Tillis. Sen. Tillis, who has decided not to run for re-election, describes what led to his decision as well as topical news of day: the takeover of Washington DC, redistricting efforts across the country, and Trump’s recent meeting with Putin. They discuss all of this at a nearby restaurant over dishes like hush puppies and collard greens. Listen to the full conversation 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

After a short trip in North Carolina, Major is back at the anchor chair. While in the state, he had an extended interview with one of the state's Republican Senators: Thom Tillis, who decided not to run for re-election earlier this year. Sen. Tillis discusses a myriad of topics including the federal government's takeover of the District of Columbia, the war in Ukraine, and how the administration's immigration policy can alienate Hispanic voters. Throughout the hour, this show will weave clips of that interview with reaction from reporters on those particular beats. Tune in 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 is planning to arrange a meeting between Putin and Zelenskyy in the coming weeks. Nancy Cordes is at the White House about how Budapest is a possible location for the summit. A federal judge in Miami dismissed part of a case on "Alligator Alcatraz" earlier today, since some of the detained immigrants have now received legal counsel. Eunice Cho, the lead attorney for the case, speaks with Nikole about what the ruling means for the people she represents. Plus, Texas State Representative Nicole Collier stayed overnight at the Austin State House, after refusing a law enforcement escort request from Republican leadership. She joins to discuss the reason behind her protest and where she stands with how states like California are pursuing their redistricting efforts. 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

Jeffrey Rosen joins "The Takeout" for an extended conversation about Trump's pledge to eliminate mail-in ballots, the federal government's role in immigration and his perspective on the makeup of the Supreme Court. If you're a historical buff interested in where the Founders stood on the foundation of our nation, then this is the conversation for you! 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 Power Forward Communities CEO Tim Mayopoulos about how his organization's approved grant during the Biden Administration has now been called into question by the Trump White House. Mayopoulos discusses the affordable housing shortage and increasing prices of utility bills and how the funding would help to combat those issues. 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

Following Alaska's summit between Presidents Trump and Putin, members of the Administration meet with Zelenskyy and other European leaders to gauge the best next steps to end the war. Olivia Rinaldi joins from the White House to set up the meeting, while Gen. H.R. McMaster, former National Security Advisor and CBS News Foreign Policy Contributor, provide analysis as to what the Commander-in-Chief is thinking. Meanwhile, on Capitol Hill, the House Oversight Committee holds a closed-door deposition for Bill Barr, the Attorney General during Jeffrey Epstein's suicide to find additional information. Nikole Killion is at the desk with the latest. Plus, people are now using artificial intelligence chatbots for emotional connection. Major speaks with a psychiatrist to underscore the worries that this technology can pose to the public. Tune in 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 Summit Day for Presidents Trump and Putin, meeting at a joint base in Anchorage, Alaska. Margaret Brennan joins from Anchorage to detail what we know so far about the leaders’ arrival. John Sullivan, CBS News Contributor and Former US Ambassador to Russia, provides his expertise as someone who has been in the room with Putin. DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb sues the Trump Administration for their decision to federalize the police and deploying the National Guard. Jake Rosen breaks down the new case in the docket. Major interviews Gregg Pemberton, Chairman of the DC Police Union about his perspective on the new lawsuit. 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

Homeless encampments are being cleared in Washington D.C., in part, to the President's efforts to crack down on crime. Jake Rosen and Gady Serralta, Director of the U.S. Marshals Service discuss more. Nancy Cordes and Former Ambassador John Bolton, who served as the National Security Advisor under Trump's 1st term, preview tomorrow's summit between Vladimir Putin and President Trump. Plus, California Republican Representative Kevin Kiley joins "The Takeout" in reaction to his Governor Gavin Newsom, calling to redraw maps of the state that would directly affect his district. 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

Just days before Trump is set to meet his Russian counterpart in Alaska, he holds a call with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and European leaders. Ed O'Keefe and analyst Sam Vinograd tell us what the Trump White House hopes to get from the meeting. With America inching close to the 250th year of its founding, the White House is ordering a review of eight of the Smithsonian's museums within Washington D.C. Samuel Redman, a History Professor at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, calls the administration's directive "troubling," and warns of the historical implications. Plus, Major interviews Jimmy Williams, President of the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades, following his comment in the New York Times where he urges the Democratic Party to improve their outreach in working-class communities. 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

Major interviews DeMaurice Smith, Former Executive Director of the NFL Players Association and author of the new book, "Turf Wars," where he provides a behind-the-scenes look of how the NFL responds to Colin Kaepernick's kneeling, workers' rights for players and President Trump's impact on the game. Smith even shares his perspective on some coaches within the sports league. Join us to hear the full conversation! 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

Inflation numbers are out and the National Guard arrives in the beginning of Trump's crackdown of crime in Washington D.C. Jo Ling Kent analyzes the numbers, while Scott MacFarlane explains how law enforcement officials will patrol the nation's capital. DeMaurice Smith, Former Executive Director of the NFL Players' Association, joins to discuss his new book, "Turf Wars: The Fight for the Soul of America's Game." The book chronicles his tenure at the union, how he dealt with the sports league at a time during Colin Kaepernick kneeling and how that situation was reminiscent of the Civil Rights Movement. Plus, Taylor Swift announces her 12th album on the twelfth day of this month titled, "The Life of a Showgirl. Rolling Stone senior writer Brittany Spanos highlights what we can expect for the new release, and responds to some Swifties who may feel the pop star is overexposed in the music industry. 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 author Stephen Starring Grant about his journey to becoming a USPS letter carrier in his hometown during the pandemic, how he felt as the first sign of hope for his customers and the challenges that developed during the job. Tune in 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

President Trump announces that his administration will take control of DC's police department and deploy the National Guard to the nation's capital. Scott MacFarlane discusses how long the President has law enforcement control. With the price of electric bills increasing across the country, states urge tech companies responsible for building data centers to pay their share in creating energy. Ari Peskoe from Harvard Law School's Electricity Law Initiative joins "The Takeout" to analyze how these data centers impact consumer prices. Plus, Major interviews author Stephen Starring Grant on his new book "Mailman" and how the pandemic led him to work for the US Postal Service as a letter carrier. Grant tells all about his former profession, challenges he faced on the job as well as what it taught him about community and public service. 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 Jay Cost, a Gerald Ford senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, to discuss themes of democracy and the federal government during the Trump administration’s second term. Jay provides his perspective on the Legislative Branch ceding their power to the Executive, whether he sees Trump as a dangerous President and much more. Tune in to the full interview 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 his meeting with his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, in a press conference earlier today. Olivia Rinaldi and John Sullivan, Fmr. Ambassador to Russia during the first Trump Administration talk about the details as well as the strategy. The Texas House once again fails to meet a quorum, which continues the redistributing fight in the state. Hunter Woodall joins to discuss how this effort may happen in additional states across the country. Plus, Major speaks with ProPublica reporter Mica Rosenberg who wrote a piece highlighting the stories of survivors in the CECOT prison in El Salvador. 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

President Trump says that tariffs are on, while his administration is trying to finalize details for a meeting with Vladimir Putin. Kelly O’Grady reports on the finances, while Olivia Rinaldi and Sam Vinograd highlight the strategy behind a potential meeting. TX Republican Senator John Cornyn says that the FBI accepted his request to locate Democratic lawmakers in the state legislature who fled to block redistricting efforts. Major interviews Texas Representative Jasmine Crockett to get the Democratic reaction. Plus, there’s a rise in consumers using buy now, pay later services like Affirm and Afterpay to break large purchases into smaller ones. Major speaks with a Bankrate Analyst about the benefits and risks. Tune in 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

Georgia’s Fort Stewart grapples with a shooting where an Army Sergeant shot five of his fellow soldiers. Skylar Henry reports from the military base with the latest. Texas Democrats continue to protest the redistricting maps proposed by their Republican colleagues; some of them even having to evacuate following bomb threats where they’re staying in Illinois. Major speaks with Democratic TX State Rep. Ann Johnson and TX Republican State Rep. Brian Harrison for his reaction. Plus, Transportation Secretary and NASA Administrator Sean Duffy wants to put a nuclear reactor on the moon. Astronomer Derrick Pitts breaks down why the additional energy could be important for space travel. 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

Weijia Jiang returns to the anchor chair to discuss the latest headlines of the day. With Texas Governor Abbott threatening to remove Democratic lawmakers from office, former Deputy Assistant Attorney General Tom Dupree discusses whether that’s within his authority. The House Oversight Committee subpoenas Fmr. President Bill Clinton and Fmr. Secy. of State Hillary Clinton to determine their involvement in the Epstein files. Jake Rosen breaks down the details. Plus, two years after the Titan Submersible tragedy, a Coast Guard report finds that the accident could have been prevented. CBS Sunday Morning Correspondent David Pogue joins the show to analyze the findings. 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

Texas Democratic lawmakers leave the state to protest congressional maps, while Republicans condemn their actions during a special session. Major speaks with Texas Democratic State Rep. Trey Martinez Fischer and Republican State Rep. Brian Harrison to understand both sides of the argument. Plus, with just over a year away from the midterms, we’re in the midst of campaign season. South Carolina Rep. Nancy Mace is running to replace Governor McMaster’s seat, while Liam Elkind challenges his own representative Jerry Nadler in New York. Major interviews them both on their reason to run. 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

EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin joins "The Takeout" to explain why he has proceeded with cuts within his agency, and his recent rollback of the 2009 endangerment finding, which determined greenhouse gases contribute to climate change. 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 receiving a lackluster July jobs report, President Trump responds by firing the Commissioner of Labor Statistics. Major speaks with Kevin Hassett, the Director of the National Economic Council for the administration on the rationale behind the termination. Face the Nation's Margaret Brennan joins us to tease her interview with Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and to provide additional context about Special Envoy Witkoff and Ambassador to Israel Huckabee's trip to Gaza. Plus, the Environmental Protection Agency rolled back the finding that greenhouse gases contribute to climate change. What EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin had to say about that finding and cuts to the agency during this tenure. 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

A day before the administration's tariff deadline, President Trump announces a 90-day extension to negotiate a trade deal with Mexico. Kelly O'Grady details the latest. Maryland lawmakers attempt to tour an ICE facility in Baltimore, only to be turned away. One of the members denied from entering the building, Democratic Representative Glenn Ivey, speaks with Major in-studio about his experience. Plus, she won her 2024 re-election campaign after months of a hard-fought legal battle over thousands of votes. Now, she testifies in Congress about the worry of election suppression. North Carolina Supreme Court Justice Allison Riggs joins Major to discuss her case. 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

The Federal Reserve announces its decision to keep interest rates steady. Kelly O'Grady joins to discuss, and Major interviews Trump's top trade advisor Peter Navarro on-set for additional analysis. Navarro gives his analysis on Fed Chair Jerome Powell, the administration's news to place a 25% tariff on India as well as where the President stands on tariff negotiations with China. Six months after the plane crash at Reagan Airport killed 67 people, the National Transportation Safety Board opens an investigation into the incident to determine what went wrong. Kris Van Cleave details the takeaways from the hearing. Plus, Texas House Republicans unveil a new congressional map in hopes of picking up additional seats during the midterm elections. How the Lone Star State's initiative is leading others to consider their maps before 2026. 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 opens the show with the details of the Park Avenue shooting in Manhattan, where the suspect tried to target the NFL. He speaks with Anna Schecter about how the gunman was able to acquire a rifle and kill four people, despite his record of mental health issues. A CBS News Exclusive finds there may have been an intentional edit in the so called "missing minute" prison surveillance video leading up to Jeffrey Epstein's suicide, raising more questions than answers. Scott MacFarlane joins on-set to discuss, and Major interviews investigative journalist Barry Levine, who's covered Epstein for decades. Plus, President Trump has condemned his predecessor's use of the autopen during his term. But who has the power of the autopen? He speaks with the person behind the machine during the Clinton Administration. 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