The Takeout with Major Garrett

The Takeout with Major Garrett

By CBS News

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: r... more

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  1. Number 1: The Takeout with Major Garrett, 8/20/26

    Major is over the moon to hit our 300th episode. The next big number he's tackling: the U.S. debt reaching a record $40 trillion. Nancy Cordes is at the White House to explain how we reached this point and what the Trump Administration believes it needs to do to combat it. Matthew Kroenig from the Atlantic Council joins to react to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's threat to enact the "toughest sanctions in history" on Iran. The House Ethics Committee announced earlier this week that it would investigate Rep. Jimmy Gomez (D-CA) regarding alleged sexual misconduct and inappropriate behavior with a staffer. Major interviews his Democratic Socialist opponent, Angela Gonzales-Torres, about her reaction to the allegations and the important issues she's tackling in her campaign. Plus, on the 300th episode, Major says goodbye to the red chairs in the conversation corner and unveils the new chairs set to take their place, right here on "The Takeout."

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  2. Number 2: The Takeout with Major Garrett 8/19/26

    Major begins the show with Nancy Cordes at the White House on how the President views negotiations with Iran, his decision to cancel 50% tariffs against Canada, and North Korea’s nuclear stockpile. Aaron MacLean provides analysis on Trump’s claim that North Korea has 57 powerful nuclear weapons and what it says about the country’s threat. CBS Miami's Jim DeFede discusses the results of the Florida primaries, where Democratic Socialist candidate Angie Nixon pulls an upset over Alexander Vindman in the Senate primary. Byron Donalds wins his gubernatorial primary handily, and is set to face former Republican-turned-Democrat David Jolly in the general election. With Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro's executive order imposing strict guardrails on data center construction, Major interviews his Republican gubernatorial opponent Stacy Garrity about her response to the order and whether he's gone far enough. Plus, President Trump is touting the drop in prescription drug prices for Americans. CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz joins Major on-set to explain the change and why the administration's taking the credit. All that and more, right here on "The Takeout."

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  3. Number 3: The Takeout with Major Garrett, August 24, 2026

    Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announces new sanctions on Iran. Nancy Cordes is at the White House with the details and Aaron MacLean analyzes this latest development. The Supreme Court allows President Trump to enforce an executive order to overhaul mail-in voting for now. Jessica Levinson explains the breaking news. The judge in the Lindsay Clancy trial has denied the defense’s request for a mistrial. Shanelle Kaul is in Plymouth, MA, outside of the courthouse to discuss. Plus, the Pentagon has fired three members of the Stars and Stripes military newspaper, including its editor-in-chief Erik Slavin. Slavin joins "The Takeout" to tell his side of the story, following his ouster. Join us for the full episode here!

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  4. Number 4: Colin Woodard’s “American Nations”

    Major interviews Colin Woodard on his 2011 book “American Nations,” where he theorizes that there is not one America, but in fact, the U.S. map is shaped by 11 regional cultures that are in constant conflict with one another. “American Nations” is the first book in a trilogy where Woodard breaks down how multiple themes of colonization, individual liberty and the role of the government has impacted where these cultures fall on the spectrum.

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  5. Number 5: The Takeout with Major Garrett, Sep 11, 2026

    Today marks 25 years since the 9/11 attacks that killed thousands in New York, Shanksville, PA and the Pentagon in the nation's capital. Nancy Cordes reports on President Trump's remarks at the Pentagon and VP Vance joining previous presidents at Ground Zero. Allison Turkel, the Special Master for the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund, speaks with Major about the organization's significance and how it is helping those impacted. We also have Major's interview with Andy Card, the chief of staff who informed then-President George W. Bush about the moment the planes hit the Twin Towers in New York. Listen to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts.

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