Episodes

  • The Takeout with Major Garrett, 5/19/26

    The Takeout with Major Garrett, 5/19/26
    May 19 2026
    Primaries are happening in six states including Kentucky and Georgia. Ed is in Kentucky following Congressman Massie’s primary against Trump-backed challenger Ed Gallrein. Ed spoke with Massie about a variety of topics surrounding his campaign and what it means to be a Republican under Trump’s ire. Skyler Henry is in Atlanta recapping the primaries happening for Georgia Senate and Georgia Governor. Anthony Salvanto and Kyle Kondik provide polling and analysis on what to watch out for in these races. Plus, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche testifies on Capitol Hill, being questioned about the DOJ’s 1.8 billion dollar compensation fund for people who they claim have been victims of “weaponization.” Jake Rosen explains the fund and the future ramifications that can ensue. 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
  • The Takeout with Major Garrett, 5/18/26

    The Takeout with Major Garrett, 5/18/26
    May 18 2026
    Nikole Killion is in for Major today. She recaps the breaking news of a shooting at a San Diego Islamic center with Anna Schecter and Sam Vinograd. Sources tells CBS News that two suspects are dead. Aaron Navarro’s in Lexington, Kentucky covering the congressional primary of Rep. Thomas Massie, a Republican that’s been under the President’s crosshairs. Adam Beam, deputy editor from the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, discusses tomorrow’s primaries in the Peach State. Plus, we’re a couple of weeks away from the Los Angeles mayoral race — where incumbent Karen Bass faces LA Councilmember Nithya Raman and reality star Spencer Pratt. Nikole speaks with Raman about her third place performance in the polls and what she’s doing to close the gap. Listen 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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    46 mins
  • The Takeout with Major Garrett, 5/15/26

    The Takeout with Major Garrett, 5/15/26
    May 15 2026
    An Iraqi national has been charged with planning terror attacks. Anna Schecter details what we know so far. President Trump ends his summit in Beijing with Chinese President Xi and plans to head back to the U.S. Ed O’Keefe is at the White House North Lawn, recapping the important topics of the trip. California Democratic Representative Ro Khanna provides his perspective on the summit and explains his endorsement of CA Gubernatorial Candidate Tom Steyer. Plus, Michigan State Sen. Mallory McMorrow is one of three Democratic candidates for Senate. She joins "The Takeout" to discuss why she's the best candidate to beat Mike Rogers in the general election. Listen 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, 5/14/26

    The Takeout with Major Garrett, 5/14/26
    May 14 2026
    Chinese President Xi Jinping laying down the gauntlet to President Trump, stating that Taiwan is their most important issue. Anna Coren continues her reporting from Beijing, breaking down what we know so far. Michigan Democratic Sen. Elissa Slotkin reacts to the summit between Trump and Xi, specifically voicing her worries about Taiwan and artificial intelligence. We're five days out from Georgia voters casting ballots in their primary elections. Major speaks with Republican Congressman Buddy Carter, who's running for Senate in the Peach State. He explains why he is the best Republican to beat Sen. Jon Ossoff. Plus, California Democratic Congressman Lou Correa joins to discuss his push for psychedelic therapy for veterans struggling with PTSD, after President Trump signed an executive order to expand research into the effects of those drugs. He also hints at whom he's backing in the race to replace CA Gov. Gavin Newsom. All that and more, right here 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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    48 mins
  • Elliot Ackerman & Adm. James Stavridis on Iran, artificial intelligence & their new novel "2084: A Novel of Future War"

    Elliot Ackerman & Adm. James Stavridis on Iran, artificial intelligence & their new novel "2084: A Novel of Future War"
    May 14 2026
    CBS News Contributor Elliot Ackerman & Admiral James Stavridis provide their perspectives on the war in Iran. They also have a new book out, "2084: A Novel of Future War", which is the third book in their series. It tackles issues of climate change, the rise of artificial intelligence and the connections between their novel and the present day. It's a conversation you won't want to miss, right here 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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    28 mins
  • The Takeout with Major Garrett, 5/13/26

    The Takeout with Major Garrett, 5/13/26
    May 13 2026
    President Trump continues his travel in Beijing. CBS News Foreign Correspondent Anna. Coren is there with more, while CBS News Contributor Sam Vinograd analyzes what to expect from meetings between Trump and President Xi. Nicole Sganga tosses to parts of her interview with DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin about security at the FIFA World Cup and the current state of Alligator Alcatraz. Booking.com CEO Glenn Fogel speaks with Major about the rise of artificial intelligence in the travel industry. Plus, Major interviews Elliot Ackerman and Adm. James Starvidis about the issue of climate change, the wars in Iran and Ukraine as well as their latest science fiction novel: “2084: A Novel of Future War. 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
  • The Takeout with Major Garrett, 5/12/26

    The Takeout with Major Garrett, 5/12/26
    May 12 2026
    Just before heading to meet Xi Jinping in Beijing, President Trump told reporters he’s not thinking about Americans’ financial situations, when questioned on the war in Iran. Ed O’Keefe joins Major at the desk with more. Aaron MacLean provides analysis on the latest on the war in Iran, and his reaction on Pakistan’s role as mediator between the two countries. CBS News Contributor Patrick McGee previews Apple CEO Tim Cook joining Trump in his trip to China. Plus, Major takes us back to the 60s when CBS Radio covered then-President Lyndon B. Johnson delivers remarks following the marches in Selma, Alabama. 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
  • The Takeout with Major Garrett, 5/11/26

    The Takeout with Major Garrett, 5/11/26
    May 11 2026
    Major and Ed tag team today’s show. Major begins the show in New York, following his interview with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Nancy Cordes joins from the White House with the toplines of her recent call with President Trump. CBS News Contributors H.R. McMaster and Elliot Ackerman react to Major’s interview. Ed then takes it away with a pivot to the latest on the Hantavirus with analysis from Dr. Jon LaPook. He tosses to our CBS Radio Flashback for the day, when Fmr. Pres. George HW Bush discusses Operation Desert Storm. 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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    50 mins