The Takeout with Major Garrett

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The Takeout with Major Garrett, 8/17/26 Aug 17, 2026

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President Trump says he’s doesn’t plan on extending the Memorandum of Understanding between the U.S. and Iran. Charlie D’Agata joins Major on-set to discuss that and the CENTCOM commander meeting with the USS Abraham Lincoln crew, which were out on sea for more than 240 days. Aaron MacLean builds on those developments about where the Iranians stand and what they hope to accomplish during the war. Nancy Cordes is at the White House North Lawn to explain the President’s order to reduce exercises with South Korea. CBS Miami's Jim Defede joins to preview of the Florida primaries happening tomorrow. Plus, what your emoji use means about your age and what the most popular emojis of the year. Major speaks with Eve Washington of the New York Times about her latest and what his favorite emojis are! All that and more right here on “The Takeout!”

The Takeout with Major Garrett, Aug 14, 2026 Aug 14, 2026

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Luigi Mangione pleads guilty to shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. CBS News Legal Contributor Jessica Levinson explains potential reasons he chose to plead that way, the next steps for the federal case, and how it will differ from the state charges he's facing. After the USS Lincoln has been at sea for more than 240 days, the U.S. Navy is set to replace it with a new aircraft carrier. Charlie D'Agata reports on the latest developments, while Sam Vinograd analyzes the status of our military capabilities. Nancy Cordes is at the White House with the administration's goals and how they have shifted. Board members of the Kennedy Center voted Thursday to add President Trump's name to the building once again, despite a federal judge blocking the order in May. Ohio Democratic Congresswoman Joyce Beatty, a member of the Kennedy Board who voted against the action, speaks with Major about her discontent, and Presdient Trump joining the conference call just before their vote. Plus, Connecticut Democratic Senator Richard Blumenthal, a member of the Armed Services Committee, joins "The Takeout" to explain his criticism of the administration's handling of the USS Lincoln in the Middle East. Listen to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts.

Lenny McAllister on Being “A Venn Diagram of One” Aug 14, 2026

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Major speaks with author and conservative commentator Lenny McAllister on his memoir, “A Venn Diagram of One,” that discusses his background as a Black Republican during the Trump Administration. He explains his passion to achieve the American Dream, and believes that people need three tenets: security, empowerment and opportunity in order to achieve it. Major asks Lenny for his reaction to the President’s immigration policy and the rise of Democratic Socialist candidates in the midterm elections.

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 8/13/26 Aug 13, 2026

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The USS Abraham Lincoln has been at sea in the Middle East for more than 240 days, the longest recorded deployment. Charlie D’Agata joins Major at the desk discuss how the long mission is starting to affect the mental health of the crew. Matthew Kroenig from the Atlantic Council describes the back and forth between the U.S. and Iran and why they’re both claiming ownership over the Strait of Hormuz. Ed O’Keefe is at the White House North Lawn to note where the administration stands on all of this. Plus, sources tell CBS News that Luigi Mangione may possibly plead guilty at a federal courthouse tomorrow. CBS News Legal Contributor Caroline Polisi explains what that can mean for his sentencing as well as his state charges. All that and more, right here on “The Takeout!”

Tad Devine on his new book "How the Democrats Screwed Bernie" Aug 13, 2026

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Following the recent wins of Abdul El-Sayed and MN Lieutenant Gov. Peggy Flanagan, Major speaks with Tad Devine about the current intra-party debate between establishment and progressive Democrats. As the former Chief Campaign Strategist for Bernie Sanders, Devine has a new book, "How the Democrats Screwed Bernie," that details the rise of the Vermont independent legislator's first presidential campaign in 2016. A decade after Sanders' run, Devine also shares his analysis on what candidates need to break through the noise, the missing chapter of the DNC autopsy and whether Democrats have what it takes to win the Senate and the House this year. It's a conversation you won't want to miss!

The Takeout with Major Garrett 08/12/2026 Aug 12, 2026

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Major recaps the primary contests last night in Wisconsin, Minnesota and South Carolina. Jonah Kaplan discusses Minnesota Lt.Gov. Peggy Flanagan's landslide victory over Rep. Angie Craig in the Democratic Senate primary. Taurean Small is in Wisconsin, where Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley defeated Democratic Socialist Francesca Hong by a small margin to become the gubernatorial nominee. Anthony Salvanto dives into the numbers behind the Wisconsin Governor's race. Luke Bronin, who won his Democratic primary in Connecticut, beating 14-term incumbent John Larson joins the show. Major speaks with Ohio Republican Congressman Max Miller's Democratic opponent Brian Poindexter about his recent boost from the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee.

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 8/11/26 Aug 11, 2026

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Six states are holding primaries today and we have team coverage. Mark Strassmann reports from South Carolina, Taurean Small is in Wisconsin and Jonah Kaplan has the latest from Minnesota. Ed O'Keefe is at the White House to discuss the latest report that President Trump switched planes during last month's NATO Summit to avoid a missile threat from Iran. Elliot Ackerman provides additional analysis. Major interviews New York Democratic Representative Grace Meng about her reaction to a DOJ memo that gives President Trump executive privilege in meetings with secret advisors. Plus, Kris Van Cleave shares his interview with Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy about a recent incident where a plane took off near Trump's helicopter at Reagan Airport. Join us for the full episode here!

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 8/10/26 Aug 10, 2026

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President Trump signs an executive order that would separate the measles, mumps and rubella vaccines. This executive order faces criticism from Republican Sen. and physician Bill Cassidy. Ed O'Keefe is at the White House while Dr. Jon LaPook provides his analysis on this new action. California Congressional Candidate Connie Chan is on the receiving end of an AI chatbot created by her opponent Scott Weiner. Weiner has since taken it down after criticism. Major gets Chan's reaction. Plus, primaries are happening in two states today: South Carolina Republicans will vote to replace the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, while Minnesota is seeking to replace outgoing Sen. Klobuchar and Gov. Tim Walz.

Seth Masket on "The Elephants in the Room" Book Aug 10, 2026

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Major interviews Seth Masket, political science professor at the University of Denver, about his new book, "The Elephants in the Room." Masket's book discusses how the Republican Party paved the way for Trump's entry in the 2016 election and how he regained the nomination in 2024, despite criticism from leaders within the GOP.

The Takeout with Major Garrett, 08/07/2026 Aug 07, 2026

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Major has overcome the technical gremlins the night before and reports on the varying updates on today’s news day. Just after defeating House Freedom Caucus member Andy Ogles in his Republican primary, Charlie Hatcher joins to discuss his upset victory over a Trump-backed ally. The Wisconsin Governor’s race has been a whirlwind. Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley is on The Takeout. Plus, four student athletes join Major at the family table on their perspective of why they support the Protect College Sports Act, legislation in the Senate that would regulate college athletics. All that and more, right here on “The Takeout”!