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The Takeout, hosted by CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett, is a never-take-your-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.
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- 2 days ago40 min
What Do Democrats Do Now?
Democrats have taken control of the House and the Senate, winning every battleground state and flipping seats they haven’t won in decades. Lakshya Jain of The Argument, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear and 60 Minutes Correspondent Ross Douthat weigh in on what the win means and what comes next.If you’d like to share your own great question, email us at greatquestion@cbsnews.com.
- 3 days ago43 min
The Takeout with Major Garrett, 11/6/26
President Trump selects Stephen Miller to replace Susie Wiles as White House Chief of Staff. Weijia Jiang is at the White House with more on the President's move. Major interviews Wisconsin Republican Sen. Ron Johnson on the upcoming leadership elections and the GOP's midterm losses. Michigan Governor Elect Jocelyn Benson celebrates her victory and discusses her plans while in office. Plus, DNC Chair Ken Martin joins Major on-set to discuss the democrats' successful election night. Join us for the full episode here!
- 4 days ago45 min
The Takeout with Major Garrett, 11/5/26
Major is happy to be back in DC. Kelly O’Grady starts us off by explaining today’s stock market drop and what’s behind it. Weijia Jiang is at the White House with the latest on President Trump’s comments denying claims of him weighing firing Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Caitlin Huey-Burns details the upcoming Congressional leadership elections, and the opposition to Sen. Chuck Schumer as Majority Leader in the upper chamber. Sam Vinograd provides analysis about what’s next for the war in Iran. Plus, Major interviews Marc Beckman, Melania Trump’s Senior Advisor, about her involvement in brokering a ceasefire in Oleshky, Ukraine. Beckman gives a view about what led to a temporary ceasefire between Russian and Ukrainian officials, and whether it could lead to a permanent agreement. Listen to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts.
- 5 days ago45 min
The Takeout with Major Garrett, Nov 04, 2026
Major’s last day in New York this week provides a recap of the historic midterm election results, where Democrats have swept the House and Senate. Michigan Rep. Hillary Scholten (D-MI) reacts to Sen.-elect Abdul El-Sayed’s win in the state. Colorado Democratic Rep. Jason Crow discusses what these wins could mean for the war in Iran, and whether Defense Secy. Pete Hegseth should maintain his position in the Trump Administration. Plus, former RNC Chairperson Ronna McDaniel and DNC Vice Chair Shasti Conrad weigh in on what their respective parties need to do moving forward. All that and more, right here on The Takeout!
- 1 weeks ago43 min
The Takeout with Major Garrett, 11/2/26
Major recaps Michigan Democratic Rep. Haley Stevens' decision to endorse Republican Senate nominee, Mike Rogers. Nikole Killion is in Michigan, breaking down what led to Stevens' about-face and the resulting Democratic fallout, just a day before the midterm elections. Major interviews longtime Michigan Congresswoman Debbie Dingell, who was in part behind the joint event between Abdul El-Sayed, Stevens and SC Rep. Clyburn. What she has to say about Stevens’ endorsement and whether it will impact voters in her state. Taurean Small continues his coverage in Anchorage, Alaska, monitoring both the gubernatorial and Senate races there. Camilo Montoya-Galvez is in Texas near the border wall. He speaks with candidates in Texas’ 15th Congressional District about the role of immigration enforcement in their race. Plus, Anthony Salvanto and Kalshi’s Head of Research Nicole Kagan will discuss the latest trades on candidates ahead of the midterms. Join us for the full episode here!
- 1 weeks ago9 min
The Reality TV Renaissance | Straight Up: After Hours with Vlad & Kelly
Dancing With the Stars is breaking voting records even after 35 seasons, cringe Love Is Blind clips are breaking the internet, and Love Island is still breaking hearts week after week... It seems we are having a reality TV renaissance. But what's behind it?Are we yearning for people to be “real” and "messy" in an online world so otherwise polished? Or are we falling for a trap? Is reality TV the furthest thing from reality of all?CBS News correspondents Vlad Duthiers and Kelly O'Grady are breaking it down in the very first episode of the new series, "Straight Up."Enjoyed this clip from "Straight Up?" Follow the series now - just search "Straight Up: After Hours with Vlad & Kelly" wherever you get your podcasts.
- 1 weeks ago44 min
The Takeout with Major Garrett, Oct 30, 2026
With four days until the midterm elections, Major underlines how Senate candidates in states across the country could be helped or hurt by the Governor's races — including in South Carolina, Ohio and Michigan. Cristian Benavides is in Florida, where President Trump is stumping for Republicans in the Sunshine State. Taurean Small is in Anchorage, Alaska where Democratic Senate Candidate Mary Peltola’s on the defense after a New York Times report claimed she was behind the effort to find a candidate that shared the same name as her opponent. Camilo Montoya-Galvez speaks with former Border Patrol Chief Raul Ortiz about what role immigration will play in the midterm elections. Plus, Major will interview RNC Chairman Joe Gruters on the Republican strategies heading into the elections. Bill Hill, Alaska Independent Candidate in the state’s sole congressional district, makes the case to voters on why he’s the best person for the job. Join us for the full episode here!
- 1 weeks ago43 min
The Takeout with Major Garrett, 10/29/26
With less than a week until Election Day, Major sits down with CBS News Senior White House and Political Correspondent Ed O'Keefe to discuss the fallout from Alaska Democratic Senate candidate Mary Peltola's campaign being linked to the other Dan Sullivan's run.President Trump is on the trail in South Carolina to boost Senator Darline Graham as polls show a closer-than-expected race against Democrat Annie Andrews. CBS News Senior White House Correspondent Weijia Jiang has the latest from the White House.Former New Hampshire Republican Governor Chris Sununu now leads the group Airlines for America. He joins on set to discuss high fuel costs, rising air fare prices, as well as his brother John's Senate run. Why he joked he'd be doing better than his brother if voters thought he was on the ballot instead.And for the first time in franchise history the Milwaukee Brewers are World Series champions! Major recaps the Brew Crew's dominant win over the Tampa Bay Rays with our panel.All that and more, on The Takeout!
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The Takeout, hosted by CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett, is a never-take-your-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.
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