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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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  • The Takeout with Major Garrett, 8/28/25

    The Takeout with Major Garrett, 8/28/25
    Aug 28 2025
    The Minneapolis community is still reeling from the shooting that killed two children and injured 18 others in a Catholic church. Caitlin speaks with Minnesota State Representative Emma Greenman about what can be done to prevent future shootings from happening in the state. Minnesota is also one of a dozen states suing TikTok, based on how it's affecting kids across the country. Attorney General Keith Ellison discusses his lawsuit with Caitiln and why he believes the social media platform is "digital nicotine." Plus, President Trump threatens to send members of the National Guard to Chicago. Illinois' Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton joins "The Takeout" to criticize the administration's decision and believes that this is his way to "bring chaos." Tune in to 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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    47 mins
  • The Takeout with Major Garrett, 8/27/25

    The Takeout with Major Garrett, 8/27/25
    Aug 27 2025
    Tragedy strikes yet again, another mass shooting becomes the major headline of the day. This time a shooter opened fire on the side of a Catholic church in Minnesota during mass, killing two children and injuring 17 others. Ash-har Quirashi reports from Minneapolis on the latest on the shooting and the emotional toll. Scott MacFarlane and Sam Vinograd join on-set. Scott details the background of the shooter, while Sam discusses what next steps we can expect for the investigation. Caitlin Huey-Burns interviews Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb on his reaction to the Minneapolis shooting and the federal government's takeover of DC. Lastly, Caitlin speaks with Parkland shooting survivor Isabella Benjumea about what she would tell the kids and families affected by the tragedy. 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, 8/26/25

    The Takeout with Major Garrett, 8/26/25
    Aug 26 2025
    Trump announced his firing of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook through a Truth Social post last night. Cook states she will not resign and hopes to take the battle to court. Aaron Navarro details the latest, while Abha Bhattarai and Tom Dupree analyze the economic and legal implications behind the firing. About 200 current and former FEMA employees signed onto a letter called the “Katrina Declaration,” warning about the long-term effects of the President’s cuts to the department. Former FEMA Spokesperson Jeremy Edwards, one of the signees, discusses his decision to sign onto the letter and how the changes within the agency are affecting how his fellow peers can respond to future storms. Plus, are you ready for it? Resident Swifties Nancy Cordes and Jo Ling Kent react to the news of Taylor Swift’s engagement to Travis Kelce. They give their take on the happy news as well as their all-time favorite songs from the singer. 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
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