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Former Obama Speechwriter David Litt on New Book "It's Only Drowning" [Extended Interview] Oct 25, 2025

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Major interviews David Litt, former speechwriter for President Obama, about his new book "It's Only Drowning." Despite having different political views from his brother-in-law, he found the best way to communicate with him by practicing surfing together. David also touches on the important life lessons that surfing taught him and the obstacles he overcame with this new skill.

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 10/24/25 Oct 24, 2025

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Letitia James pled not guilty in her hearing at a Virginia courthouse today. Scott MacFarlane reports on what we know, while Washington State Attorney General Nick Brown warns about what he calls the “politicization of the Department of Justice.” To provide a deeper analysis into the sports rigging and betting investigation within the NBA, Chris Maddix, senior writer for Sports Illustrated and Ethan Shackelford, IoActive Principal Security Consultant, discuss the players' involvement and how these machines were used to set up winning results.Plus, Major interviews former Obama speechwriter David Litt about his new book, "It's Only Drowning," where he mentions how learning surfing strengthened his relationship with his brother-in-law, who falls on the other side of the political spectrum. Listen to the Takeout right here!

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 10/23/25 Oct 23, 2025

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FBI announced that Portland Trailblazers head coach Chauncey Billups and Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier were arrested, along with dozens of others in an alleged gambling and sports rigging investigation. Scott MacFarlane covers the latest information from the government’s end, while Sports Illustrated senior writer Chris Mannix analyzes what this means for the NBA. Nicole Sganga interviews Illinois Governor JB Pritzker about the National Guard Deployment in his state and his effort to document “unlawful attacks” from ICE agents. Plus, Major speaks with Kevin Brady, former Texas Republican Representative and House Ways and Means Chair, about his perspective on the government shutdown, on its 23rd day.

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 10/22/25 Oct 22, 2025

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The Trump Administration conducted an eighth strike in Venezuela, killing at least two people. Aaron Navarro is at the White House, while Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee Adam Smith joins Major to discuss. Sen. Ted Cruz warns how a government shutdown can affect the skies and his fight for free speech. Plus, Russ Vought, Director of the Office of Management and Budget is a key player within the government shutdown. Major speaks with ProPublica Investigative Reporter Andy Kroll about his deep dive into Vought's involvement there. Tune in to the full episode for more!

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 10/21/25 Oct 21, 2025

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The Takeout has a jam-packed show! Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy joins Major on-set to discuss the government shutdown, California’s redistricting effort with Prop 50, and how he feels about Trump’s Special Counsel nominee. Pennsylvania Democrat and possible 2028 Senate contender Rep. Chris DeLuzio defends Democrats’ argument for Obamacare subsidies, as the government shutdown reaches its third week. Plus, Major interviews Nebraska Republican and frequent Trump critic Don Bacon on the President’s foreign policy, specifically the strikes in Venezuela and his deal to buy Argentinian beef that will hurt ranchers in his state. Tune in to the full episode here!

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 10/20/25 Oct 20, 2025

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The peace deal between Israel and Hamas remains on fragile ground, just over a week after the negotiations were brokered between Special Envoy Witkoff and Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner. Now, Vice President Vance is expected to travel to Israel to steer the deal in the right direction. Olivia Rinaldi discusses the latest at the White House. Dr. Oz, Administrator for the Center of Medicare and Medicaid Services, speaks with Major to explain how Republicans want to rid waste, fraud and abuse from the entitlement programs. Plus, Maryland Democratic Representative Johnny Olszewski joins Major on-set to discuss how the government shutdown affects federal workers in his district, the "No Kings" protests over the weekend and the fact that his colleague Rep.- elect Grijalva has yet to be sworn in following her election win. Listen to the full episode here!

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 10/17/25 Oct 17, 2025

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Ukrainian President Zelenskyy meets President Trump at the White House. Willie James Inman details Zelenskyy’s shift in tone and his push for tomahawk missiles. Former US Ambassador to Ukraine Bill Taylor joins Major on-set for additional analysis. With less than three weeks from the NYC mayoral election, Bob Costa discusses his takeaways from last night’s debate. Plus, ChatGPT will allow erotica for verified adults, according to tech CEO Sam Altman. Ashley Gold, senior tech policy reporter for Axios, speaks with Major about what this means and the underlying issues this new feature could cause. All that and more right here on The Takeout!

State Auditor Rob Sand (D-IA) [Extended Interview] Oct 17, 2025

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Major has an extended interview with Iowa State Auditor Rob Sand, who's running for Governor. Major and Rob discuss a myriad of issues including how soybean farmers are reeling from the economy, his take on ending the two-party system, as well as his unconventional path as a gun owning, religious Democrat who plays "America the Beautiful" at each of his political rallies.

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 10/16/25 Oct 16, 2025

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Major covered the breaking news of former National Security Advisor John Bolton being indicted on 18 counts. Nicole Sganga and former federal prosecutor Scott Fredericksen break down the document drop. A gun-toting, religious state auditor who plays "America the Beautiful" in every political rally is an Iowa Democrat running for Governor. Rob Sand joins Major on-set to discuss how soybean farmers are being hurt by tariffs, how the Trump Administration is planning on bailing them out, and his position to end the two-party political system. Plus, former Ambassador Michael Oren comes on "The Takeout" to discuss his piece in the Free Press about the role that Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff played in the Gaza peace deal. Listen to the full episode right here!

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 10/15/25 Oct 15, 2025

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President Trump confirms he authorized a covert CIA operation to strike Venezuelan boats. Ed O'Keefe is at the White House and got his response on the record. Congress enters day 15 into the government shutdown with no end in sight. Nikole Killion explains the latest from Democratic and Republican lawmakers on Capitol Hill. Major interviews TX State Rep. Gina Hinojosa, who's running for Governor against incumbent Greg Abbott. Rep. Hinojosa disagrees with Abbott's choices of school voucher programs and his action to send the Texas National Guard to lower crime in other states. Plus, TN State Rep. Justin Pearson, member of the Tennessee Three, pursues a generational change against Rep. Steve Cohen. He joins "The Takeout" to discuss his candidacy for Congress.

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