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Kentucky House Republican Thomas Massie announced his articles of impeachment against Defense Secy. Pete Hegseth. The House voted against moving them forward. Taurean Small is on Capitol Hill with the latest. Nancy Cordes is at the White House, where President Trump is steadfast in his support for Secy. Hegseth and why he gives Hegseth’s performance an A++. Massachusetts Democratic Congressman Stephen Lynch and member of the House Oversight Committee discusses his reaction to his Republican counterparts releasing their report on the Epstein Files. Plus, Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders speaks with Major about where Republicans went wrong in the midterms and her emphasis on education policy in GOP-led states. All that and more, right here on The Takeout!

Major speaks with Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders on the fallout from Republican losses in the midterms. Sanders says once voters see what Congress looks like under Democratic leadership, they’re going to shift back to the Republican Party. In her new book, “Unapologetic: Clarity and Conviction in a World Gone Crazy,” she shares her perspective on faith and how people can find their own identity through Christ in order to reach lasting fulfillment.

As the "Original Sin" paperback edition hits the shelves, authors Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson speak with Major about their new reporting surrounding then-President Biden's decline and his ultimate decision to step down, just three months before the 2024 election. The CNN Anchor and Axios National Political Correspondent take a deep dive into how members within the Biden circle and Democratic Party insiders downplayed the former President's mental acuity and how that decision affected the American people.

Major begins the show with President Trump’s impromptu White House press briefing, accompanied by UFC CEO Dana White. Olivia Rinaldi joins Major at the desk to summarize the latest headlines involving articles of impeachment against Defense Secy. Hegseth and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s extramarital affair with an alleged Chinese spy. Ian Duncan with the Washington Post provides additional analysis on the tech company’s investigation into Huang. Taurean Small is at Capitol Hill, where new members of Congress are orienting themselves with their new digs, and the status of Democratic leadership elections. Plus, Byron Donalds is set to be the first Black Governor of Florida. Major speaks with Brad Herold, the Senior Advisor for his campaign, about how the Republican Congressman was able to clinch the win against Democratic opponent David Jolly. Join us for the full episode here!

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 [email protected]. Enjoyed this episode of "Great Question?" Follow the series now - just search "Great Question with Tony Dokoupil" wherever you get your podcasts.

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!

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.

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!

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!

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!

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!

Our CBS News reporters are across the country, with just six days until Election Day. Nikole Killion is in Ohio, for President Trump’s address to voters. Skyler Henry is in Georgia, following Fmr. President Obama. Aaron Navarro is in Michigan at an Abdul El-Sayed event. Ed O'Keefe looks at the New York Times report that Alaska Democratic Senate candidate Mary Peltola’s campaign allegedly sought out a candidate with a similar name to her Republican opponent and incumbent Sen. Dan Sullivan. Plus, Major interviews NY-10 Democratic Congressional Candidate Brad Lander about his recent detention in the West Bank. Bale Dalton, the Democratic nominee in Florida's 7th congressional district, joins to discuss his goal to flip the seat held by embattled Congresswoman Cory Mills. Listen to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts.

President Trump travels to Lubbock, TX to continue campaigning for candidates in the Lone Star State. Nancy Cordes reports with the latest. Anthony Salvanto and Kyle Kondik join for our Data Central segment, breaking down the Senate and House races they have their eye on. Matt Guttman is in Israel, explaining why there isn't a definitive winner in their election, according to early exit polls. Plus, Major interviews Delaware Sen. Chris Coons about his perspective on Ukraine losing access to Starlink internet service, the Israeli elections and Flavio Bolsonaro fleeing to the U.S. after his loss to Lula in Brazil. Fmr. RNC Chair Ronna McDaniel weighs in on the Michigan Senate race, and where Republican candidate Mike Rogers can make inroads to win the state this November. Join us for the full episode!

It's eight days until the midterms. Democrats seem poised to win back the house, but control of the senate is still up for grabs. Major discusses the biggest races with Weijia Jiang and Anthony Salvanto. Johnny Garcia is looking to keep a redrawn Texas congressional seat blue. Why he thinks he can win in an area that President Trump won by 10 points in 2024. Some democrats are also already looking ahead to 2028. Congressman Jake Auchincloss, a member of the group Majority Democrats is working to promote centrists candidates in 2028. All that and more, right here on The Takeout.

Major interviews his wife, presidential scholar Lara Brown, about her new book 'Jefferson's Landmark Deal: The Politics of the Louisiana Purchase". It examines how Thomas Jefferson navigated diplomatic and political circumstances to secure the Louisiana Purchase. That deal ultimately changed the trajectory of America.