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Bonus: Sean Penn on his new documentary "Superpower" Sep 15, 2023

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Two-time Academy Award winner Sean Penn was with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy when Russia invaded Ukraine — as he filmed a documentary, "Superpower," that was intended to be about a comedy superstar-turned-president but ended up being about an existential threat to democracy. He spoke with Margaret Brennan in an extended conversation, here's a listen:

Exclusive Interview with Kamala Harris, Biden’s Trip Overseas Sep 10, 2023

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This week on Face the Nation, a network exclusive with Vice President Kamala Harris as top administration officials travel the world to shore up US alliances. Also, President Biden gathers with top foreign leaders in India. Secretary of State Blinken visits with President Zelenskyy in Ukraine...and Vice President Harris travels to southeast Asia overseas to confer with allies about the growing threat from China. Twenty-two years after 9/11and two years following the chaotic withdrawal of US forces from Afghanistan, we'll talk with the former head of Central Command General Frank McKenzie. Arkansas Republican French Hill joins us to talk about national security and what's on the Congressional agenda as the House members head back to Washington for the fall session.

Labor Day Epsiode: Nikki Haley, Bernie Sanders, and a Potential Third-Party Run Sep 03, 2023

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President Biden spent part of his Labor Day weekend touring damage left behind by Hurricane Idalia in Florida Notably absent? Potential rival and the current Republican governor of Florida, Ron DeSantis. With four months to go until the first primary contest... we'll take a closer look at the state of the presidential race. GOP candidate Nikki Haley joins us, we'll ask her how she's keeping up as the former president continues to dominate the polls. And we'll speak with Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders, who recently delivered a speech in an early primary state, calling on the Democratic Party to do more for working class voters. What about a potential independent ticket? We'll talk with former Maryland governor Republican Larry Hogan, who is a leader of a bi-partisan group that could launch a presidential bid. Will Hogan be on it? Then, as President Biden gets ready to travel to Asia for a meeting with world leaders this week, we'll hear from Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo who just got back from her trip to Beijing. What did she accomplish amid growing tensions between the U.S. and China?

Deadly US Military Crash and Shooting in Jacksonville Aug 27, 2023

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This week on Face the Nation, a U.S. Osprey crashes in Australia with 23 Marines on board and three people are killed in a racially motivated shooting in Jacksonville, Florida. Plus, in the wake of the first GOP presidential primary debate, candidates Mike Pence and Chris Christie join Nancy Cordes. You'll also hear from a bipartisan duo looking for solutions to the looming "child care cliff," South Carolina Republican Nancy Mace and California Democrat Ro Khanna. Finally, Russia expert Fiona Hill weighs in on the mysterious plane crash that killed Russian mercenary chief Yevgeny Prigozhin after his failed coup attempt against Vladimir Putin.

Maui Fires Fallout, West Coast Hurricane, and New GOP Primary Polling Aug 20, 2023

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This week on Face the Nation, yet another extraordinary severe weather event with a West Coast Hurricane, and Republican presidential candidates prepare for the first debate -- without Donald Trump. As the recovery efforts continue in Maui, the questions about the state and local response continue to grow, we spoke exclusively with Hawaii's governor Joshua Green. Plus, with coronavirus cases on the rise, former FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb will tell us what we need to know about the new arsenal of fall vaccines to fight covid, the flu, and RSV.

Deadly Maui Fires and a Hunter Biden Special Counsel Aug 13, 2023

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This week on Face the Nation, the fires in Maui are now the deadliest in more than a century. Plus, another special counsel investigation is announced, this time focused on the president's son Hunter. Also, Iran is set to free 5 Americans, wrongfully held there for years -- what is Washington giving Tehran in exchange? We'll hear from the chairman of the House Intelligence Committee, Mike Turner, and Neda Sharghi, the sister of one of the prisoners

Donald Trump's Third Indictment Takes Center Stage Aug 06, 2023

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This week on Face the Nation, the third indictment of Donald Trump takes center stage in what could be the most serious case yet against the former President. Host Major Garrett spoke with three Trump administration officials who could offer key testimony in the case: Vice President Mike Pence, and two who told Trump there was NO evidence of widespread fraud in the 2020 election, Attorney General Bill Barr and the head of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, now a CBS News expert and analyst, Chris Krebs. Trump attorney John Lauro joined the show to discuss his legal defense strategy. Plus: Former congressman and GOP hopeful Will Hurd and Minnesota Democrat Rep. Dean Phillips.

New Charges for Former President Trump, the Economy in Focus and Extreme Heat Jul 30, 2023

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This week on Face the Nation, we'll take a look at new charges filed against former President Trump in the classified documents case. Margaret Brennan speaks with two of his Republican presidential primary opponents, former South Carolina governor Nikki Haley and former Arkansas governor Asa Hutchinson. Also, Minneapolis Federal Reserve President Neel Kashkari discusses some optimistic signs when it comes to the economy. Plus, a new CBS News poll takes a look at Americans' views on climate change and San Antonio's mayor Ron Nirenberg weighs in on how extreme heat is impacting his city.

U.S. Rep Tony Gonzales and Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego Jul 23, 2023

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This week on Face the Nation, extreme heat continues to smash records around the world and tactics being taken by Texas officials at the border to deter migrants comes under scrutiny. As July slogs on, so do the miserable temperatures and brutal severe weather episodes that are dominating the summer of '23. There's no denying it's hot or that the high temperatures are raising concerns about the future of the planet, but what can be done at this point? We'll talk to Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego. Her city is one of the hottest spots in the country. Then, the Justice Department orders the removal of floating barriers in the Rio Grande after reports of injuries to migrants trying to enter the U.S. We'll ask Texas Republican Congressman Tony Gonzales about some of the measures being used and his new immigration proposal. Plus, the culture wars on the campaign trail intensify as Vice President Kamala Harris blasts new Florida guidelines for teaching Black history in schools. We'll talk to former New Jersey Governor and Republican candidate Chris Christie about that and a possible third indictment facing former President Trump. Finally, the facts surrounding gender-affirming care with the head of the organization that sets the guidelines for treatment, Dr. Marci Bowers.

National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan and Extreme Heat Jul 16, 2023

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This week on "Face the Nation," Margaret Brennan speaks to National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan and House Foreign Affairs Committee chair Rep. Michael McCaul. Plus, a look at the extreme weather.