The Takeout with Major Garrett

Major interviews former FBI counterintelligence operative Eric O’Neill on how people can combat scam operations from hackers. Eric discusses these strategies in his latest book “Spies, Lies and Cybercrime", and even some shocking stories about how cybercriminals targeted individuals and businesses. 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

Trump’s Justice Department releases a portion of the Jeffrey Epstein files to a mixed reaction. Scott MacFarlane sets the scene for the files that the public has access to. Longtime Epstein Investigative Journalist Barry Levine & Yasmine Meyer, a lawyer for Epstein Survivors, provide analysis and reaction to the release. Major covers some breaking news about U.S. strikes in Syria with Ellee Watson, and ends the show with a goodbye to wrap the year. 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

Officials have issued an arrest warrant for a suspect in the Brown University shooting. Katrina Kaufman begins from Providence, RI, awaiting a possible presser from law enforcement on their latest discovery. The White House announces their executive order to reclassify marijuana from a Schedule 1 to a Schedule 3 drug. Aaron Navarro is at the White House to detail what this means. Plus, Major conducts multiple interviews with lawmakers and administration officials. Pennsylvania Republican Ryan MacKenzie is one of the four GOP members who crossed party lines to extend ACA subsidies, who explains his decision. Texas Democrat Julie Johnson faces a tough primary challenge in former Rep. Colin Allred, who bowed out of the Senate race and challenged for her seat. She says what sets her apart from her latest opponent. Plus, newly minted NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman joins "The Takeout" to discuss his ambitious goal to have the US back to the moon by 2028. Listen to the full episode right 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

Major has a wide-ranging interview with Chris Whipple about his profile on White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles. Major and Chris discuss her perspective on the boat strikes in Venezuela, reaction to pardons of January 6th offenders and her role in the administration. Chris provides his take on whether Wiles will receive backlash for her involvement in the piece. 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

Major starts tonight with Katrina Kaufman in Providence, RI as law enforcement officials are still looking for the person behind the shooting at Brown University. Katrina details the latest. White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles is not known for being in front of the camera, but a new longform piece from Vanity Fair provides an inside look into one of the most powerful women in the Trump Administration: her perspective on the President's boat strikes in Venezuela, his decision to pardon January 6 rioters and much more. Major speaks with Chris Whipple, the journalist behind the longform interview, about his takeaways with Wiles. Plus, Parkland survivor Cameron Kasky joins "The Takeout" to discuss his reasoning for running in New York's 12th Congressional District in an already crowded primary. Join us! 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

Major speaks with Tom Hanson on what we know about the shooting that happened at Brown University, before officials provide an update to the public. Jonathan Vigliotti joins from California with an update on the charges against Nick Reiner for the murders of his parents, Rob and Michelle. Meanwhile, on Capitol Hill, Speaker Johnson has decided not to put a vote on extending subsidies under the Affordable Care Act, to the ire of moderate Republicans in his party. New York Republican Congressman Mike Lawler, who called the decision “idiotic,” joins to discuss his criticism. 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

The show’s coverage begins with Tom Hanson in Providence, Rhode Island where the shooting at Brown University killed two students. Officials update the public with a new development that there’s a new person of interest in the investigation, even showing footage of them near the campus. Major speaks with Brown University senior Talia Levine about where she was and her reaction to the shooting, before pivoting to our second big story of the day. Hollywood director Rob Reiner and his wife, Michelle, were found dead in their Brentwood home. Jonathan Vigliotti provides the latest, while Chief Film Critic at Variety, Peter Debruge sets the scene for Reiner’s impact in the industry. 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

Major has a wide-ranging interview with New York Times investigative reporter Jodi Kantor. Major and Jodi discuss how the rise of artificial intelligence is affecting recent college graduates who are facing difficulty in the job market. They also go down memory lane on the challenges they faced transitioning from college to the journalism industry. 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

Major interviews Sen. Alex Padilla (D-CA) and Sen. Tim Sheehy (R-MT) about their thoughts on ACA subsidies, the administration's immigration policies as well as the recent boat strikes in Venezuela. Padilla and Sheehy also discuss their joint legislation to boost wildfire prevention. 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

Major and Scott MacFarlane start out the show by discussing the photos released by the House Oversight Committee about the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein with other powerful men, including President Trump and Fmr. President Bill Clinton. A judge has blocked the Trump Administration from detaining Kilmar Abrego-Garcia once again. Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports on his next steps. Plus, Senators from opposing sides of the aisle come together for a joint interview: Montana Republican Tim Sheehy and California Democrat Alex Padilla speak with Major about health care, immigration, and their legislation on wildfire prevention. Join us 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

Major begins his monologue discussing the backstory of ACA subsidies, how millions of Americans are affected by the measure, before reporting that both Democrat and Republican plans failed to pass the Senate, as was expected. Caitlin Huey-Burns explained the breakdown in plans for both parties, and spoke with Americans on Capitol Hill about how they're dealing with the rise in their premiums come January. Moments before the show went on air, Indiana lawmakers decided to vote against a congressional map that would have benefited the GOP makeup in the state. Hunter Woodall joins Major on set with more. Plus, Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Machado secretly traveled from Venezuela to Norway to receive her award, with the help of the Grey Bull Foundation. Lilia Luciano shares her exclusive interview with the man behind the organization: U.S. Special Forces veteran Bryan Stern. Join us 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

Major has a wide-ranging interview with ESPN Commentator Paul Finebaum about his decision not to run for Senate in Alabama. Finebaum also discusses his recent criticism of Notre Dame, amid their exclusion from the College Football Playoff as well as Indiana's shocking rise in college football. You won't want to miss it! 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

Major begins his monologue tonight with the perspectives of Pennsylvania voters, following President Trump's trip to Mount Pocono about the economy. They weigh in on what grade he should receive for his current policies. Nancy joins from the White House with more. Congress has yet to come up with a solution of whether subsidies for the Affordable Care Act should be extended, and if so, for how long. Doctor and Kansas Republican Senator Roger Marshall discusses how his proposal stands out, compared to his colleagues. One day after becoming elected the first Democratic Mayor of Miami in 30 years, Eileen Higgins joins "The Takeout" to discuss her strategy to victory and her issues with the Trump Administration in regards to their immigration policy. Plus, ESPN Sports Analyst Paul Finebaum speaks with Major about his decision not to run for Senate, recent criticism of Notre Dame not being part of the College Football Playoff and more. 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

Major has a wide-ranging interview with Leland Vittert, NewsNation Anchor and Author of “Born Lucky,” where he details his personal journey. From his autism diagnosis at age 8, to his decision to enter the journalism industry, Vittert details the impact that his father had on managing his diagnosis and his take on the current conversation that society is having on autism. 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

On the heels of his POLITICO interview, President Trump travels to Mount Pocono, PA to make his case on the economy. Nancy Cordes is at the event with more. The Federal Reserve is expected to cut rates tomorrow for the third time in a row. Jill Schlesinger previews what the decision means. Plus, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins joins “The Takeout” to discuss what’s in the new $12 billion aid package to farmers. 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

After Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's 60 Minutes interview, President Trump criticizes his former ally on Truth Social, calling her "low IQ" and a "traitor." Nancy Cordes joins from the White House to discuss his comments, along with his announcement to provide relief to U.S. farmers. Jan Crawford is at the Supreme Court to detail arguments on whether the President's firing of FTC Commissioner Rebecca Slaughter was unconstitutional. The Texas Senate race heats up, as one member of Congress joins in and one former Representative bows out. Major speaks with Former Rep. Colin Allred, who made the decision to suspend his campaign and run for the House instead. Plus, a Minnesota state fraud scandal reaches national news, with the Treasury Department now investigating the scheme. MN State Rep. Kristin Robbins speaks with Major about the latest. 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

President Trump receives a new award called the FIFA Peace Prize during the World Draw. at the Kennedy Center. Trump meets with Canadian PM Mark Carney and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum. Weijia Jiang joins from the White House with more. Jamie Watson, former soccer player and match analyst with MLS Season Pass, breaks down the groups for the World Cup. Scott MacFarlane reports on what we know about the pipe bomb suspect, while Charlie D’Agata discusses the latest U.S. strike in Venezuela. 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

Select members of Congress were given a classified briefing on the Venezuela boat strike on September 2nd. While some matters were agreed upon, other issues, like whether a deadly second strike against two survivors was proper.Rep. Chrissy Houlahan joins The Takeout with her reaction to where things stand.That and much 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

A government report on "Signalgate" was released evaluating Defense Secretary Hegseth’s actions. Senator Jack Reed provides reaction to that, the boat strikes in Venezuela and what his response to an attack on land would be. 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

David Shedd joins The Takeout with Major Garrett to discuss his new book, “he Great Heist: China’s Epic Campaign to Steal America’s Secrets”. He breaks down global threats, intelligence challenges, and America’s evolving role in the world. This episode offers clear, sharp insight into the issues shaping U.S. security today. Listen to the full conversation 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