President Trump announces a two-week ceasefire with Iran, after threatening the death of an entire civilization. Weijia Jiang reports from the White House with more. Major interviews Republican Representative Don Bacon, a member of the House Armed Services committee, on his reaction to the deal. Plus, fresh off his victory in Georgia’s 14th Congressional District, Rep.-elect Clay Fuller joins “The Takeout” to discuss his win. Listen to the full episode here!

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Major speaks with Colleen Shogan, former U.S. Archivist and CEO of In Pursuit: the essay series where political leaders highlight the successes and failures of former presidents. Major and Colleen go into depth about the presidencies of Andrew Jackson and Martin van Buren and how history can teach us about how to  lead in present-day. If you’re a history buff like Major, it’s an episode you won’t want to miss. 

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President Trump threatens Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz by 8pm tonight, vowing that "a whole civilization will die" if the promise is not kept. Ed O'Keefe joins from the White House to break down that claim, while CBS News Contributor Joe Zacks provides additional analysis. Voters in Georgia's 14th Congressional District will cast their ballots to see who will replace former Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene. Skyler Henry is in the Peach State with more on the top issues for voters. Plus, we're two months away from California choosing its next Governor. Major interviews Former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa on why he's the best candidate in the race. All that and more right here on The Takeout!

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As the Artemis II crew is set to break the record for traveling the furthest distance from the Earth, Major highlights CBS News’ Mark Strassmann’s interview with the four astronauts who are part of the journey.

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President Trump delivers remarks in an afternoon press conference to summarize the U.S. rescue mission in Iran. Weijia Jiang joins from the White House North Lawn to report on the administration’s comments, while Aaron MacLean provides the tactical perspective on how it was carried out from the touchscreen. The Artemis II crew officially broke the record for the furthest distance from the Earth. Mark Strassmann is at the Johnson Space Center in Houston, and former Astronaut Cady Coleman reacts. Plus, President Trump endorses Steve Hilton, one of the two Republican candidates for California Governor. Fresh off of his endorsement, Major interviews Hilton about his candidacy. Listen to the full episode here! 

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Iran shoots a U.S. fighter jet, signaling an escalation of the war. Major speaks with Maryland Democrat Jamie Raskin about the latest developments there. Nancy Cordes joins from the White House North Lawn to explain the administration's reaction, while Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson is at the desk to detail what we know. The Artemis mission continues its 3rd day, as four astronauts journey toward the Moon. Mark Strassmann is at the Houston Space Center in Texas with more details. Plus, Ed O'Keefe previews his sit-down interview with Maryland Governor Wes Moore about his reaction to the war in Iran. All that and more right here on "The Takeout".

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President Trump announces that Attorney General Pam Bondi will no longer serve in her role, and that Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche would take over in the interim. Nancy Cordes joins from the White House to report on  what led to the President’s decision, while Jake Rosen gives a clearer picture inside the Department of Justice. NASA receives the “go” they need for the four astronauts to continue their Artemis II mission to sling shot around the moon. Kris Van Cleave is at the Johnson Space Center in Houston to break the news with Major. Plus, after Trump attends Wednesday’s open arguments at the Supreme Court whether justices will determine whether to uphold his executive order on birthright citizenship, it seems that the judges are skeptical to do so. Jessica Levinson will break it down. All that and more on The Takeout! 

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Gas prices have hit around $4 for the first time since 2022. Lana Zak joins from Iowa to discuss how the rise is affecting farmers in the state. CBS' Weijia Jiang interviews President Trump about his reaction and whether he's sticking to his four-to-six-week timetable on the Iran war. Ambassador John Bolton, former National Security Advisor during the first Trump administration, also weighs in on the administration's involvement in Iran. Plus, we're a day away from the Artemis II launch, where four astronauts are set to go around the moon. Former NASA Astronaut Chris Cassidy explains. Listen to the full episode here!

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Today marks the 30th day of the war in Iran, and the Trump administration maintains that it will last between 4-6 weeks. Ed O'Keefe joins from the White House North Lawn, where we show you his exchange with White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt about how the President balances continuing negotiations with Iran, while having hundreds of special forces in the region. Nicole Sganga joins Major at the desk, reporting on the latest developments with airports across the country. Congress takes its two-week recess, even though Democrats and Republicans have yet to pass legislation to fund the Department of Homeland Security. House Oversight Chair and Kentucky Republican James Comer responds to the breakdown. Plus, what if you could stop your sports team from leaving your state? Texas Democratic Congressman Greg Casar has legislation that would do just that, where teams have to give a one year notice before leaving the communities their players are in. Join us for the full episode here!

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The Senate passed legislation that would fund most of the Department of Homeland Security, except ICE and CBP. House Speaker Mike Johnson doesn't believe that's enough; instead, aiming for a 60-day CR to fund the entire DHS. Taurean Small joins from Capitol Hill to discuss the latest. Olivia Rinaldi is in Miami, where President Trump is set to give remarks after signing an executive order to pay TSA agents. Nikole interviews Florida Democratic Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz about her reaction to Speaker Johnson's proposal. After the FBI seized materials related to the 2020 election in January, Fulton County attorneys are now urging a federal judge to order the return of those documents. David Becker is at the desk with more. Plus, NASA will begin another mission next week, with four astronauts set to orbit the Moon. CBS Space Contributor Christian Davenport breaks it down. All that and more on The Takeout!

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