The Takeout with Major Garrett

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The Takeout with Major Garrett, 2/5/26 Feb 05, 2026

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Major starts at the White House with Weijia Jiang to break down President Trump’s interview with NBC News, where he says that “even though he is not happy” with the shootings in Minnesota, he has to “back” ICE officers. Meanwhile, in Arizona, authorities are still working to locate Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy. Andres Gutierrez is in Tucson detailing the latest. Plus, we’re days away from the Super Bowl: one of the biggest opportunities for sports gambling. Major interviews Fmr. New Jersey Governor Chris Christie on his reaction to the recent popularity behind it and his worries about prediction markets. All that and more on The Takeout!

New York Magazine's Ben Terris on Trump's Health [Extended Interview] Feb 05, 2026

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Major speaks with Ben Terris, DC Correspondent for New York Magazine, about his recent reporting on President Trump's recent health bouts. Major and Ben discuss the bruising on the President's hands, his choice to take elevated levels of aspirin to achieve "thin blood", and his dozing during press conferences. Ben also details the unconventional ways that members of his administration comment on the President's health throughout his article.

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 2/4/26 Feb 04, 2026

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Trump's Border Czar, Tom Homan, announces a drawdown of 700 officers from Minnesota. Nicole Sganga discusses what this means for the federal government's involvement in the state. Jordan Merson, an attorney for Epstein survivors, joins "The Takeout" to discuss with Major about how his clients have been affected by the release of the files, and the differing ways in which America and Europe are handling them.

Plus, tucked into the appropriations legislation that the President signed into law, was the "Mikaela Naylon Give Kids a Chance Act," a bill that would expand funding for pediatric research. Jessica and Daniel Evans have a 10-year-old daughter Charlotte who is dealing with osteosarcoma, and would benefit from the passage of the bill. Major interviews them on how Charlotte is doing, the next step of her treatment, and their reaction to the passage. Listen to the full episode here.

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 2/3/26 Feb 03, 2026

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The House votes to end the partial government shutdown, and the legislation makes its way to President Trump's desk. Caitlin Huey-Burns is on Capitol Hill with more. Survivors are continuing to push for the Epstein files to be taken down from the Department of Justice website due to a lack of redactions that expose victims, while Fmr. Secy of State Hillary Clinton and Fmr. Pres. Bill Clinton agree to testify in front of the House Oversight committee, as part of their investigation. Scott MacFarlane explains all the moving threads. Plus, Texas Republican Congressman Troy Nehls is set to leave office, but his twin brother, Trever, has plans to replace him in the House. Major interviews both twins on a range of topics, from the government shutdown, immigration enforcement and even their favorite movies. All that and more on The Takeout!

Amb. Esteban Moctezuma, Mexican Ambassador to the U.S. [Extended Interview] Feb 03, 2026

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Major has a wide-ranging interview with Amb. Moctezuma about his reaction to Peter Schweizer's book, "The Invisible Coup". Moctzeuma also discusses his perspective on whether the US, Mexico and Canada will come together for an updated USMCA trade deal, and the country's humanitarian assistance to Cuba.

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 2/2/26 Feb 02, 2026

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Survivors are calling on the Department of Justice to take down the published Epstein files, citing that the agency has failed in their redactions. Scott MacFarlane is at the desk with more, and Major interviews Spencer Kuvin, an attorney for Epstein survivors. Congress is in the midst of a partial government shutdown, since both houses have yet to pass their appropriations bills. Caitlin Huey-Burns breaks it down at Capitol Hill. After flipping a Texas State Senate district that has historically been Republican for more than 30 years, Taylor Rehmet's victory worries members of the GOP. Rehmet joins "The Takeout" on the strategy that led to his win. Plus, South Republican Congresswoman Nancy Mace provides her reaction to the release of the Epstein files, and a new profile from New York Magazine, quoting former staffers saying she mistreats her employees and has become erratic in her behavior. Join us right here for the full episode.

Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson [Extended Interview] Jan 31, 2026

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Major has a wide-ranging interview with Jocelyn Benson, Michigan Secretary of State, who is also running for Governor. Secy. Benson discusses her reaction to the FBI raid at Fulton County Election Office, the threats that have been lobbied against her following the 2020 election, and Don Lemon's arrest for reporting at a Minneapolis church.

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 1/30/26 Jan 30, 2026

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The Justice Department released three million documents related to the Epstein files. Ed O’Keefe is at the table with the first iteration of what we know. Investigative Reporter and Author Barry Levine provides additional analysis. With the rise of attacks against lawmakers in the past week, Major interviews lawmakers on both sides to discuss what threats they’re facing: Tennessee Republican Congressman Tim Burchett and Michigan Democratic Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson. Plus, Margaret Brennan previews her interview with Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, that will air this Sunday on Face the Nation. All that and more on The Takeout!

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 1/29/26 Jan 29, 2026

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Minneapolis continues to lead the headlines this week, and Major devotes the start of the show to the city. First, Ian Lee reports there to give the latest on what's happening, with Tom Homan's remarks taking center stage. The border czar reiterates his commitment to staying there until the problem is gone. Major interviews MN State Sen. Omar Fateh to gauge the reaction from local officials on the ground. On Capitol Hill, Democratic lawmakers are debating on whether to pass DHS funding, given the recent shootings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti. Senate Judiciary Ranking Member Dick Durbin joins “The Takeout” and breaks news on the negotiations.Plus, Fulton County officials hold a presser after the FBI conducted a raid of their elections office. CBS News Election Law Contributor David Becker breaks it down. Join us for the full episode here!

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 1/28/26 Jan 28, 2026

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Minnesota Democratic Congresswoman Ilhan Omar was attacked at a town hall she held Tuesday night. Scott MacFarlane explains the charges against the man who threw a substance on her, and the increasing trend of assaults on lawmakers. Major interviews Pennsylvania Democratic Senator John Fetterman for his reaction, as well as his recent calls for Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to resign. Secretary of State Marco Rubio testifies on Capitol Hill to brief lawmakers on the administration's action to capture Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro. Florida Republican Representative Maria Elvira Salazar comes on "The Takeout," for her perspective on Trump's immigration & foreign policy. Join us for the full episode here.

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