The Takeout

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

Major interviews Russian journalist Mikhail Zygar on his perspective on the ongoing war in Ukraine. Their conversation highlights his new book, “Dark Side of the Earth: Russia’s Short-Lived Victory over Totalitarianism,” that provides a historical narrative during the fall of the USSR and beyond.  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

Lawmakers will have to deal with the discharge petition to release the Epstein files, after Representative Adelita Grijalva became the 218th signature in the House. Major speaks with survivor Annie Farmer about her reaction. Longtime investigative reporter Barry Levine analyzes the email exchanges between Jeffrey Epstein and others about the President. Michael Warren, senior editor of the Dispatch, speaks with Major about the infighting at the Heritage Foundation, after their president defended Tucker Carlson's interview with white nationalist Nick Fuentes. Plus, Major interviews Russian journalist Mikhail Zygar about his new book: "The Dark Side of the Earth," and how his historical narrative about the country sets the stage for the ongoing war in Ukraine. 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