The Takeout with Major Garrett

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FIRE President Greg Lukianoff on free speech, Kimmel suspension & Kirk Assassination [Extended Interview] Sep 23, 2025

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Shortly before the announcement of late night host Jimmy Kimmel's return, Major held a wide-ranging interview with Greg Lukianoff, the President and CEO of Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression. Lukianoff discusses how the Trump Administration has dealt with the challenge of free speech following Charlie Kirk's assassination and the worries it can have on future speech. Tune in to the full conversation here!

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 9/22/25 Sep 22, 2025

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Just a week after his on-air suspension, ABC announces that host Jimmy Kimmel will return to late night tomorrow evening. Major breaks it down with Washington Post media reporter Scott Nover. The White House declares that the FDA will look into a possible link between Tylenol and autism. Olivia Rinaldi joins from the White House to discuss the President's latest move, while gynecologist Dr. Steven Fleischman provides his medical perspective. Plus, Texas Senate Candidate Colin Allred joins "The Takeout" about his run in the Lone Star State and how the former Democratic representative hopes to turn the state blue for the first time in more than 20 years. Join us!

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 9/19/25 Sep 19, 2025

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Nikole Killion is in for Major Garrett today. Today, the CDC's Immunization Advisory Committee voted to stop recomending the Covid-19 vaccine, instead ruling it's an individual's choice. Dr. Georges Benjamin, executive director of the American Public Health Association, explains what the panel's decision means for America's public health. Preparations for Charlie Kirk's Sunday funeral are underway. Conservative commentator Michael Knowles, and friend of Kirk's talks about his legacy, freedom of speech debates, and what he hopes Sunday's service will mean for the future of the conservative movement. Next, Fortalice CEO Theresa Payton talks about online radicalization following Kirk's killing. Plus, in our political panel we discuss where free speech stands amid Jimmy Kimmel's suspension and the political division the nation is experiencing. All that and more on "The Takeout".

Former Mossad Director Yossi Cohen on Israel-Gaza War [Extended Interview] Sep 19, 2025

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Major sits down with Yossi Cohen, the former director of the Mossad, Israel's intelligence agency about how he feels about Israel's latest offensive in Gaza. He also promotes his book, "The Sword of Freedom," where he details his operation to prevent Iran from expanding the country's nuclear weapon program.

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 9/18/25 Sep 18, 2025

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Weijia Jiang is in for Major Garrett today. A CDC Advisory Committee will determine whether to recommend the measles-mumps-rubella vaccines to children. Mark Strassmann is in Atlanta, where the meeting is being held. Missouri's state legislature passed redistricting maps that would greatly impact Democratic representative Emanuel Cleaver. He joins "The Takeout" to discuss the latest efforts and his take on Congress avoiding a government shutdown. Plus, President Trump has extended the TikTok deadline again, but indicates there's an upcoming deal on the way. Raja Krishnamoorthi, one of the lawmakers behind the legislation to ban the app, gives his perspective on how the app can affect national security. All that and more on "The Takeout."

House Oversight Chair James Comer (R-KY) on Kirk Assassination and Epstein Investigation [Extended Interview] Sep 18, 2025

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Major has an extensive interview with James Comer, Kentucky Republican and head of the House Oversight Committee. Given the aftermath of the Charlie Kirk assassination, Comer discusses his letter urging tech leaders to testify about radicalization of online users. He's hoping that "following the money" will get his committee closer to learning more about the Epstein investigation and encourages President Trump not to grant a pardon to his accomplice, Ghislaine Maxwell. Listen to the full episode here.

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 9/17/25 Sep 17, 2025

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The Federal Reserve announces an interest rate cut. Jo Ling Kent discusses the impact it can have on consumers buying houses and cars. After her public firing, ousted CDC Director Susan Monarez shares her side of the story to members of Congress. Caitlin Huey-Burns covers the developments on Capitol Hill. Plus, Major sits down with House Oversight Chair James Comer about his reaction to Charlie Kirk's assassination and his committee's investigation into the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. You won't want to miss it, right here on The Takeout.

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 9/16/25 Sep 16, 2025

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The suspect in the Charlie Kirk shooting appears in his first court appearance virtually. Former federal prosecutor Scott Fredericksen discusses more about the possible charges that he could face. FBI Director Kash Patel testifies on Capitol Hill, to defend his reaction to releasing information about the investigation in real-time. Scott MacFarlane explains the backlash he's getting from Democrats on the other side of the aisle. Plus, former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett joins Major on-set about the country's latest offensive into Gaza and the UN Commission report that concludes Israel has committed genocide. Listen to the full episode here.

Bill O'Reilly on his New Book, "Confronting Evil" [Extended Interview] Sep 16, 2025

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Major speaks with conservative commentator Bill O'Reilly about his latest novel, "Confronting Evil," which details how individuals in the US and authoritarian leaders abroad took advantage of groups of people to solidify their power. O'Reilly and his co-author Josh Hammer, delves into men like Adolf Hitler and Vladimir Putin, as well as lesser known people include Nathan Bedford Forrest, who was the architect behind the Ku Klux Klan.

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 9/15/25 Sep 15, 2025

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The suspect in Charlie Kirk's assassination refuses to speak with authorities as he awaits a court appearance tomorrow. Andres Gutierrez is in Utah with the latest. The White House indicated that they are close to a TikTok deal, just days away from the deadline for the social media platform to find a US buyer. Jo Ling Kent has more on what this news could mean for the app. Plus, Oklahoma City Republican Mayor David Holt makes the case to emphasize diversity in our country, rather than run away from it. All that and more on "The Takeout."