The Takeout with Major Garrett

Latest Episodes:

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 11/05/25 Nov 06, 2025

Show notes

Democrats received huge wins in New York, New Jersey, Virginia, and California last night, but what was behind the momentum? Ed O'Keefe provides context, while Anthony Salvanto dissects the numbers. Jan Crawford joins from the Supreme Court, as justices will determine whether the President's tariff policy is constitutional. Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar, who attended today's opening arguments, discusses how tariffs are hurting small businesses across the country. Plus, Major interviews Massachusetts Democratic Congressman Jake Auchincloss about his reaction to fellow Representative Jared Golden's choice not to run for re-election and what it will take for Congress to open the government, amidst the longest shutdown in American history. All that and more on The Takeout!

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 11/04/25 Nov 04, 2025

Show notes

Tonight is Election Day, where millions of voters will cast ballots in New York, New Jersey, Virginia and California. Major spoke with Ed O'Keefe and Lilia Luciano to wrap up the Mamdani and Cuomo campaigns, respectively. He interviews Don Scott, the Speaker of Virginia's House of Delegates, who is a surrogate for Democrat Abigail Spanberger's campaign. Former Trump Senior Advisor Danielle Alvarez discusses the GOP outlook in these races, and Arizona Democratic Senator Ruben Gallego talks about the current government shutdown, as it becomes the longest one ever. Tune in to the full episode here.

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 11/03/25 Nov 04, 2025

Show notes

Ahead of Election Day, The Takeout focuses on New York's mayoral race and the Democratic Socialists of America. Sen. Bernie Sanders joins The Takeout to explain what drives voters behind Zohran Mamdani. Next, Democratic Rep. Tom Suozzi zeroes in on why he backs former Governor Andrew Cuomo. Political strategists Howard Wolfson, Alyssa Cass tell us Mamdani and Cuomo's strengths and weaknesses. Faiz Shakir, John McCarthy, and Erin Maguire discuss the Mamdani and Cuomo campaigns and how they're playing on a national level. And finally, The Free Press’ Olivia Reingold and Rob Henderson share their reporting on the mayoral election and the city’s future.

"The World's Worst Bet" by David J. Lynch [Extended Interview] Nov 01, 2025

Show notes

Major Garrett sits down with author David J. Lynch about his new book "The World's Worst Bet: How the Globalization Gamble Went Wrong (And What Would Make It Right)". Major and David discuss how the push for globalization in the 1990s isolated workers, increased wealth inequality, and created vulnerable supply chains. Now, with trillions of dollars on the line, this new book argues how past failings can help guide the future.

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 10/31/25 Oct 31, 2025

Show notes

Scott MacFarlane is in for Major in tonight's episode. A judge issues a ruling that may provide a lifeline for the millions who fear thir SNAP benefits are coming to an end, we'll explain the next step in the legal battle. We'll look ahead to next Tuesday's big election night with reporters covering the key races. And the CEO of Starbucks talks about the future of the coffee giant. Those stories and more on The Takeout.

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 10/30/25 Oct 30, 2025

Show notes

After more than three decades, President Trump announces that the US will resume nuclear testing. Charlie D'Agata joins to discuss what this latest move from the administration means. The Pentagon conducted an additional boat strike Wednesday night, making it the 15th strike in the last two months. Florida Republican Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar from the House Foreign Affairs Committee reacts to the recent attacks. Plus, Caitlin speaks with a furloughed government worker who started his own hot dog stand to make ends meet. Listen to his full story and dream business venture here!

Nate Soares on the Dangers of AI [Extended Interview] Oct 30, 2025

Show notes

Major interviews Nate Soares, the president of the nonprofit institute Machine Intelligence Research Institute, about his latest book: "If Anyone Builds It, Everyone Dies." Soares explains the dangers of AI outpacing human development and what we can do to prevent that from happening.

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 10/29/25 Oct 29, 2025

Show notes

President Trump is set to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping tonight. Weijia Jiang is in South Korea on what to expect from both sides. The Federal Reserve announces a rate cut today. Kelly O’Grady reports from the New York Stock Exchange about why this cut was made and what it means for consumers moving forward. As the government shutdown reaches day 29, Ed interviews New York Democratic Representative Laura Gillen about impending SNAP cuts and the upcoming mayoral race. Plus, in less than a week, California voters will decide whether to approve new congressional maps that will favor Democrats. California Republican Kevin Kiley joins Ed to discuss his opposition to Prop 50, while labor union leader David Huerta signals why he supports the ballot measure. Tune in to the full episode here!

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 10/28/25 Oct 28, 2025

Show notes

Melissa makes landfall in Jamaica as a Category 5 hurricane. Jason Allen reports in the midst of the storm. Millions across the country will not receive their SNAP benefits by November 1, if the government shutdown continues. Ed interviews Secretary Brooke Rollins, who leads the program under the Department of Agriculture. Plus, longtime documentary filmmaker Ken Burns joins with his co-director Sarah Botstein to detail their new project on the American Revolution. All that and more on The Takeout!

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 10/27/25 Oct 27, 2025

Show notes

Hurricane Melissa makes its way to the Caribbean. Jason Allen tracks the Category 5 storm from Jamaica. After seeing an ad from Province of Ontario about tariffs, President Trump threatened an additional 10% tariff on Canada. Ed speaks with Ontario Premier Doug Ford: the man behind the ad. Meanwhile, back in the nation’s capital, the government shutdown enters its 27th day with no end in sight. Natalie Brand joins to discuss how government workers are turning to pantries for food. Tune in to the full episode here!

Our TOPPODCAST Picks

Follow Us

Stay Connected

The Takeout with Major Garrett

Related Podcasts

Links

Stay Connected