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Mark Strassmann’s Interview with Artemis II Astronauts Apr 07, 2026

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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.

This interview took place on Saturday, April 4. Extended silences due to transmission delays have been removed.

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 4/06/26 Apr 06, 2026

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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!

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 4/03/26 Apr 03, 2026

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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".

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 4/02/26 Apr 02, 2026

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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!

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 3/31/26 Mar 31, 2026

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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!

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 3/30/26 Mar 30, 2026

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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!

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 3/27/26 Mar 27, 2026

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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!

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 3/26/26 Mar 26, 2026

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It’s day 41 of the partial government shutdown impacting the Department of Homeland Security. TSA workers are expected to miss yet another paycheck. Shawna Mizelle joins from Bush International Airport, where the wait times are just over four hours. TSA Worker Angela Grana, who serves as the Colorado Regional Vice President at AFGE Local 1127, reacts to how this shutdown is impacting her colleagues. President Trump announces that he will pause strikes on Iran for ten additional days. Ed O’Keefe joins from the White House to discuss what this indicates. Nikole interviews South Carolina Representative Nancy Mace about her concerns regarding the administration’s involvement in Iran. Plus, Collis Temple, the first Black basketball player at LSU, testifies about college sports on Capitol Hill. Nikole asks him about his personal story and where he stands, as March Madness is underway. A conversation you won’t want to miss, right here on “The Takeout".

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 3/25/26 Mar 25, 2026

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Nikole Killion tackles today's important headlines. Nicole Sganga continues her coverage in Houston, where long lines wrap around the George Bush Intercontinental Airport and wait times last multiple hours. TSA workers still have not received their paychecks as the US enters day 40 of the partial government shutdown. Nevada Senator Jacky Rosen joins from Capitol Hill to discuss the hold-up between Democrats, Republicans and the White House. There are ongoing negotiations between the U.S. and Iran, according to White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. Leavitt went on to assert that President Trump will "unleash hell" if the country doesn't make a deal. Ed O'Keefe is at the White House with the latest, while Nikole interviews Illinois Democratic Senator Tammy Duckworth about Congress's lack of involvement in this war. Listen to the full episode here!

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 3/24/26 Mar 24, 2026

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Nikole Killion sits in the anchor chair for the rest of the week. Wait times and call-out times persist at airports, with the ongoing government shutdown affecting TSA workers' paychecks. Nicole Sganga is joining from George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston with the latest. New York Republican Congressman Nick LaLota just traveled from LaGuardia Airport back to Capitol Hill. He discusses what he knows about the crash, and his perspective on what Republicans should do regarding DHS funding. President Trump mentions receiving a gift from Iran while the five-day ceasefire continues between the two nations. CBS News Contributor Joe Zacks joins Nikole at the desk for analysis. Additionally, suspicious oil investments occurred around the time President Trump announced those negotiations on Truth Social. CBS Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger addresses the unusual spike and what it means for the markets. All that and more on The Takeout!

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