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The Takeout with Major Garrett

The Takeout with Major Garrett

By: CBS News
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 The Takeout, hosted by CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett, is a never-take-yourself-too-seriously daily show that harnesses the best and latest reporting from CBS News. Its motto: relentlessly curious, steadfastly non-ideological. Featuring unique guest interviews, investigative journalism and the day’s biggest events, The Takeout will also simplify and explain the complexities and acronyms of official Washington. The show is driven by national politics but lives comfortably in deep discussions of economics, pop culture, sports and technology.© 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Political Science Politics & Government
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  • Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson [Extended Interview]

    Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson [Extended Interview]
    Jan 31 2026
    Major has a wide-ranging interview with Jocelyn Benson, Michigan Secretary of State, who is also running for Governor. Secy. Benson discusses her reaction to the FBI raid at Fulton County Election Office, the threats that have been lobbied against her following the 2020 election, and Don Lemon's arrest for reporting at a Minneapolis church. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    37 mins
  • The Takeout with Major Garrett, 1/30/26

    The Takeout with Major Garrett, 1/30/26
    Jan 30 2026
    The Justice Department released three million documents related to the Epstein files. Ed O’Keefe is at the table with the first iteration of what we know. Investigative Reporter and Author Barry Levine provides additional analysis. With the rise of attacks against lawmakers in the past week, Major interviews lawmakers on both sides to discuss what threats they’re facing: Tennessee Republican Congressman Tim Burchett and Michigan Democratic Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson. Plus, Margaret Brennan previews her interview with Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, that will air this Sunday on Face the Nation. All that and more on The Takeout! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    47 mins
  • The Takeout with Major Garrett, 1/29/26

    The Takeout with Major Garrett, 1/29/26
    Jan 29 2026
    Minneapolis continues to lead the headlines this week, and Major devotes the start of the show to the city. First, Ian Lee reports there to give the latest on what's happening, with Tom Homan's remarks taking center stage. The border czar reiterates his commitment to staying there until the problem is gone. Major interviews MN State Sen. Omar Fateh to gauge the reaction from local officials on the ground. On Capitol Hill, Democratic lawmakers are debating on whether to pass DHS funding, given the recent shootings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti. Senate Judiciary Ranking Member Dick Durbin joins “The Takeout” and breaks news on the negotiations.Plus, Fulton County officials hold a presser after the FBI conducted a raid of their elections office. CBS News Election Law Contributor David Becker breaks it down. Join us for the full episode here! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    48 mins
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