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The Takeout with Major Garrett

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

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46:24

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 10/29/25

The Takeout with Major Garrett ·

2025/10/29

President Trump is set to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping tonight. Weijia Jiang is in South Korea on what to expect from both sides. The Federal Reserve announces a rate cut today. Kelly O’Grady reports from the New York Stock Exchange about why this cut was made and what it means for consumers moving forward. As the government shutdown reaches day 29, Ed interviews New York Democratic Representative Laura Gillen about impending SNAP cuts and the upcoming mayoral race. Plus, in less than a

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46:58

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 10/28/25

The Takeout with Major Garrett ·

2025/10/28

Melissa makes landfall in Jamaica as a Category 5 hurricane. Jason Allen reports in the midst of the storm. Millions across the country will not receive their SNAP benefits by November 1, if the government shutdown continues. Ed interviews Secretary Brooke Rollins, who leads the program under the Department of Agriculture. Plus, longtime documentary filmmaker Ken Burns joins with his co-director Sarah Botstein to detail their new project on the American Revolution. All that and more on The Takeout!

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47:03

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 10/27/25

The Takeout with Major Garrett ·

2025/10/27

Hurricane Melissa makes its way to the Caribbean. Jason Allen tracks the Category 5 storm from Jamaica. After seeing an ad from Province of Ontario about tariffs, President Trump threatened an additional 10% tariff on Canada. Ed speaks with Ontario Premier Doug Ford: the man behind the ad. Meanwhile, back in the nation’s capital, the government shutdown enters its 27th day with no end in sight. Natalie Brand joins to discuss how government workers are turning to pantries for food. Tune in to the

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22:04

Extended Interview: Former Obama Speechwriter David...

The Takeout with Major Garrett ·

2025/10/25

Major interviews David Litt, former speechwriter for President Obama, about his new book "It's Only Drowning." Despite having different political views from his brother-in-law, he found the best way to communicate with him by practicing surfing together. David also touches on the important life lessons that surfing taught him and the obstacles he overcame with this new skill.To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more

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46:58

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 10/24/25

The Takeout with Major Garrett ·

2025/10/24

Letitia James pled not guilty in her hearing at a Virginia courthouse today. Scott MacFarlane reports on what we know, while Washington State Attorney General Nick Brown warns about what he calls the “politicization of the Department of Justice.” To provide a deeper analysis into the sports rigging and betting investigation within the NBA, Chris Maddix, senior writer for Sports Illustrated and Ethan Shackelford, IoActive Principal Security Consultant, discuss the players' involvement and how these

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47:02

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 10/23/25

The Takeout with Major Garrett ·

2025/10/23

FBI announced that Portland Trailblazers head coach Chauncey Billups and Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier were arrested, along with dozens of others in an alleged gambling and sports rigging investigation. Scott MacFarlane covers the latest information from the government’s end, while Sports Illustrated senior writer Chris Mannix analyzes what this means for the NBA. Nicole Sganga interviews Illinois Governor JB Pritzker about the National Guard Deployment in his state and his effort to document

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46:52

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 10/22/25

The Takeout with Major Garrett ·

2025/10/22

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

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47:00

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 10/21/25

The Takeout with Major Garrett ·

2025/10/21

The Takeout has a jam-packed show! Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy joins Major on-set to discuss the government shutdown, California’s redistricting effort with Prop 50, and how he feels about Trump’s Special Counsel nominee. Pennsylvania Democrat and possible 2028 Senate contender Rep. Chris DeLuzio defends Democrats’ argument for Obamacare subsidies, as the government shutdown reaches its third week. Plus, Major interviews Nebraska Republican and frequent Trump critic Don Bacon on the

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46:49

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 10/20/25

The Takeout with Major Garrett ·

2025/10/20

The peace deal between Israel and Hamas remains on fragile ground, just over a week after the negotiations were brokered between Special Envoy Witkoff and Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner. Now, Vice President Vance is expected to travel to Israel to steer the deal in the right direction. Olivia Rinaldi discusses the latest at the White House. Dr. Oz, Administrator for the Center of Medicare and Medicaid Services, speaks with Major to explain how Republicans want to rid waste, fraud and abuse from

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46:59

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 10/17/25

The Takeout with Major Garrett ·

2025/10/17

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

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30:50

Extended Interview: State Auditor Rob Sand (D-IA)

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2025/10/17

Major has an extended interview with Iowa State Auditor Rob Sand, who's running for Governor. Major and Rob discuss a myriad of issues including how soybean farmers are reeling from the economy, his take on ending the two-party system, as well as his unconventional path as a gun owning, religious Democrat who plays "America the Beautiful" at each of his political rallies.To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more

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45:16

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 10/16/25

The Takeout with Major Garrett ·

2025/10/16

Major covered the breaking news of former National Security Advisor John Bolton being indicted on 18 counts. Nicole Sganga and former federal prosecutor Scott Fredericksen break down the document drop. A gun-toting, religious state auditor who plays "America the Beautiful" in every political rally is an Iowa Democrat running for Governor. Rob Sand joins Major on-set to discuss how soybean farmers are being hurt by tariffs, how the Trump Administration is planning on bailing them out, and his

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47:14

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 10/15/25

The Takeout with Major Garrett ·

2025/10/15

President Trump confirms he authorized a covert CIA operation to strike Venezuelan boats. Ed O'Keefe is at the White House and got his response on the record. Congress enters day 15 into the government shutdown with no end in sight. Nikole Killion explains the latest from Democratic and Republican lawmakers on Capitol Hill. Major interviews TX State Rep. Gina Hinojosa, who's running for Governor against incumbent Greg Abbott. Rep. Hinojosa disagrees with Abbott's choices of school voucher programs

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54:31

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 10/14/25

The Takeout with Major Garrett ·

2025/10/14

Major begins with the Presidential Medal of Freedom event at the Rose Garden, where President Trump posthumously awards the late political figure Charlie Kirk with the honor. He turns to the ongoing peace deal between Israel and Hamas, by speaking with Jon Alterman of the Center for Strategic and International Studies about next steps of this deal. Kate Phillips-Barrasso, the Vice President of Global Policy and Advocacy at Mercy Corps, joins to explain the humanitarian aid effort in Gaza. He ends

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47:07

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 10/13/25

The Takeout with Major Garrett ·

2025/10/13

President Trump travels to Jerusalem and Egypt to tout the peace deal between Israel and Hamas. Nancy Cordes is in Egypt to set the scene for the next step of these negotiations. Haley Ott is in Tel Aviv, where hostages return to their loved ones. Major interviews Roger Carstens, former Special Presidential Envoy for Hostage Affairs, provides his perspective with hostage reunification. Plus, Major speaks with Texas Republican Representative Wesley Hunt, about his recent announcement to run for

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46:59

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 10/10/25

The Takeout with Major Garrett ·

2025/10/10

Russell Vought, head of the Office of Management and Budget, announces today that the RIFS, referring to reductions in force or layoffs of government employees have begun. Natalie Brand is at the White House to discuss what agencies will be affected. Major interviews California Democratic Congressman Mike Levin about his reaction to the layoffs of government employees and how the current government shutdown will prevent military members getting their paychecks. Plus, Former US Ambassador to Israel

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47:24

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 10/9/25

The Takeout with Major Garrett ·

2025/10/09

Major tackles the breaking news headline at the top of the show: New York Attorney General Letitia James indicted on charges of bank fraud and false statements. He speaks with Attorney and Legal Reporter Katrina Kaufman to discuss what we know. House Speaker Mike Johnson discusses his reasoning for not bringing the House back in session, Democrats holding the line on ACA subsidies and his reaction to the peace deal in the Middle East. Israeli Ambassador to the US, Yechiel Leiter, analyzes what he

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42:40

Extended Interview: Taylor Swift's "The Life of A...

The Takeout with Major Garrett ·

2025/10/09

Major Garrett is joined by Swifties and fellow CBS News colleagues Olivia Rinaldi, Gabrielle Ake and Nancy Cordes to provide an in-depth conversation about themes of the singer's latest project, "The Life of a Showgirl." The discussion surrounds where each person started listening to Taylor Swift, the concerts they've attended and even a dissection of Major's favorites off the album. You won't want to miss this!To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit:

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46:51

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 10/8/25

The Takeout with Major Garrett ·

2025/10/08

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

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46:54

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 10/7/25

The Takeout with Major Garrett ·

2025/10/07

It's officially a week of the government shutdown, and there is no solution in sight. White House Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer discusses how the shutdown affects the job market and whether workers will receive their back pay, once it comes to an end. North Dakota Republican Senator Kevin Cramer gives his perspective on where Republicans stand on a possible extension for ACA subsidies. With today marking two years since the war in Gaza began, Liran Berman, older brother of Gali and Ziv, speaks

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