The Takeout with Major Garrett

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The Takeout with Major Garrett, 5/27/25 May 27, 2025

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In the return of The Takeout, chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett discusses the Trump administration's reversal of tariffs against the European Union with Ed O'Keefe and Caitlin Huey-Burns. He interviews RNC chairman Michael Whatley on the status of the President's budget bill and his message for Senate Republicans who are reluctant to vote for it. Jan Crawford and Camilo Montoya-Galvez join to discuss the administration's efforts to stop interviews with international students requesting student visas and the ongoing battle against Harvard University. Plus, an ode to Major's hometown of San Diego.

(Re)Introducing: The Takeout with Major Garrett May 20, 2025

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Starting May 27th, CBS News Chief Washington Correspondent Major Garrett brings you the day's political happenings five nights a week. Join us for in-depth discussions on politics, policy, pop culture and more. You can listen to the new and improved Takeout - still relentlessly curious, still steadfastly nonideological - on the free Audacy app, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Power Moves: Professor Eric Posner on Presidential Authority Jan 24, 2025

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Donald Trump swept into office this week with a deluge of executive actions aimed at reshaping the federal government in his image. The bounds of presidential power have evolved over the country’s nearly 250 year history and each occupant of the office has exercised authority differently, often reflecting the times in which they governed.. This week, Major speaks with University of Chicago law professor Eric Posner about presidential power and its limits. Join us….and stick around until the end for a special message from Major.

America First, then and now: Historian H.W. Brands Jan 17, 2025

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Join us for a look back at history that might tell us something about the present. Major sits down with author and historian H.W. Brands, author of the new book "America First: Roosevelt vs. Lindbergh in the Shadow of War." What does the pre-World War II period and historical figures like Charles Lindbergh mean for foreign policy today?

100 Years of Jimmy Carter: Biographer Jonathan Alter Jan 10, 2025

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The nation has spent the better part of a week saying farewell to the 39th president, Jimmy Carter. Major sat down with Carter's biographer, Jonathan Alter, for a discussion about Carter's lasting impact at home and abroad. Alter argues that Carter's presidency was better than history gives him credit for and says many of his accomplishments are still with us today. We're at The Lambs Club in New York City. Join us!

Happy Talk with Arthur C. Brooks Jan 03, 2025

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Welcome to 2025! Want to be a little happier this year? Who doesn't? Major's guest this week is Arthur C. Brooks, noted professor and bestselling author who has written extensively on the topic of happiness (recently with Oprah....yes, THE Oprah). Brooks explains some of the science behind our moods and best practices for maximizing those good vibes. We're at Fish Taco in Tysons Corner, Virginia. Join us!

Christmas with Friends Dec 27, 2024

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The man of many voices, Matt Friend, is back! We’re ringing in the holidays at The Dubliner near Capitol Hill. Join Major, Matt and all of Matt’s “friends:” Donald Trump, Joe Biden, JD Vance, Tim Cook, Bill Gates, Gavin Newsom, Mitt Romney, Jeff Goldblum, Jennifer Coolidge and many, many more. Happy Holidays, all!

Shutdown Showdown with Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD) Dec 20, 2024

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Deal or no deal? Lawmakers are scrambling to salvage a spending agreement that would fund the government beyond December 20th. Otherwise, disaster relief funds won't go communities in the southeast hit hard by Hurricane Helene, TSA agents would go unpaid during a heavy travel period and national parks would likely close. Maryland Democrat Jamie Raskin, the soon-to-be the top Democrat on the Judiciary Committee, explains why he believes a negotiated bipartsan deal fell through. Plus, will Raskin, an outspoken Trump critic, attend the inauguration next month? Join us!

Indian Food with Rep. Seth Moulton Dec 13, 2024

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Congressman Seth Moulton (D-MA) sits down with Major for samosas and roti at Indigo, an Indian joint near the Capitol. On the menu: a discussion about how Democrats can regroup after the 2020 election, transgender rights, the Biden administration's successes and failures and, as always, the three threshold questions. Join us!

Borderline: Overhauling Immigration in America Dec 06, 2024

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Major sits down with CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez to discuss Donald Trump’s sweeping plans to overhaul the U.S. immigration system. Trump has proposed the largest deportation effort in American history. Can he do it? What are the potential impacts on families, communities, and the economy? Join us for a comprehensive conversation on how these policy proposals could reshape America.

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