Transcript: Kirsten Gillibrand on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with New York Senator Kirsten Gillibrand that aired Sunday, November 21, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
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Cuomo faces growing calls to resign
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Face The Nation: Krebs, Fauci, Gillibrand, Ernst
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on the Colonial Pipeline hack, CDC's updated mask guidance, and the bipartisan support for addressing sexual assault in the military.
Gillibrand and Ernst on sexual assault in the military
Senators Kirsten Gillibrand and Joni Ernst say their work on reforming the military's handling of sexual assault cases can serve as a "template" for bipartisanship on other issues.
Ernst, Gillibrand hail bipartisan deal to address military sexual assault
"We want Americans to see that bipartisanship is alive and well. It takes friendships," Ernst said.
Transcript: Joni Ernst and Kirsten Gillibrand on "Face the Nation"
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Full interview: Gillibrand and Ernst on sexual assault in the military
Senators Kirsten Gillibrand and Joni Ernst say their work on reforming the military’s handling of sexual assault cases can serve as a “template” for bipartisanship on other issues.
Gillibrand on Al Franken
New York Democrat Kirstin Gillibrand was the first senator to publicly call for the resignation of former Sen. Al Franken over sexual harassment allegations. Some members of her own party thought Gillibrand was being too hasty and disloyal. Gillibrand, the political face of the #MeToo movement, defends her decision in an interview with Sharyn Alfonsi on "60 Minutes."
The future of men
Jack Myers joined CBSN to discuss rapidly-changing gender roles -- in light of dozens of men being pushed from power after facing sexual misconduct allegations. In his book "The Future of Men," he examined men's role at work and at home, and what a "future man" might look like.
Calls for investigation
The Alabama Senate showdown between Roy Moore and Doug Jones became the starting point of a bitter argument between President Trump and a prominent U.S. senator Tuesday. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, from Mr. Trump's home state of New York, first said the president should resign over allegations of sexual misconduct before Mr. Trump took office. He fired back with his weapon of choice: the tweet. Nancy Cordes reports.
Senator calls tweets "smear"
"It was a sexist smear attempting to silence my voice," Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand says, slamming President Trump after he criticized her on Twitter. Gillibrand has been advocating that Congress investigate Mr. Trump's alleged sexual misconduct and she said on Monday that he should resign.
Alabama special election
Alabama voters are going to the polls today in a closely-watched special election for Senate. Scott Detrow, congressional correspondent for NPR, joined CBSN to discuss the race between Republican Roy Moore and Democrat Doug Jones.
Political breakdown
Dozens of Democratic lawmakers have called on Sen. Al Franken of Minnesota to resign. Senior political correspondent for Bustle.com Erin Delmore joined CBSN to discuss the fallout -- and whether this sets a precedent ahead of the Alabama Senate special election.
Sen. Gillibrand on sexual misconduct
A bipartisan group of senators is pushing for reforms to combat sexual misconducts both in the military and in Congress. New York Democratic Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand is re-introducing the Military Justice Improvement Act, seeking to "professionalize how the military prosecutes sexual assault." Gillibrand also introduced the "ME TOO Congress Act" on Wednesday. Gillibrand joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the bills. She also weighs in on Alabama Senate candidate Roy Moore, who is accused by multiple women of sexual misconduct.
The unabridged version of the interview with Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, that aired on the November 8, 2015 broadcast of "Face the Nation"
The unabridged version of the interview with Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, that aired on the November 8, 2015 broadcast of "Face the Nation"
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-New York) sits down with John Dickerson to discuss America's war on ISIS, the impending refugee crisis, income inequality, and her moral outrage surrounding the expired health care bill for 9/11 first responders
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-New York) sits down with John Dickerson to discuss America's war on ISIS, the impending refugee crisis, income inequality, and her moral outrage surrounding the expired health care bill for 9/11 first responders.
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, believes Congress’ failure to renew 9/11 responders’ medical care bill is a “moral outrage.” The senator says over 200 first responders have died since 9/11 from diseases caused by toxins emitted at ground zero
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, believes Congress’ failure to renew 9/11 responders’ medical care bill is a “moral outrage.” The senator says over 200 first responders have died since 9/11 from diseases caused by toxins emitted at ground zero.
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, says President Obama’s current strategy in Syria will not work long-term. Gillibrand raises concerns that the United States is not doing enough to confront the growing humanitarian crisis as refugees flee their homes
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, says President Obama’s current strategy in Syria will not work long-term. Gillibrand raises concerns that the United States is not doing enough to confront the growing humanitarian crisis as refugees flee their homes for safety.
The New York Democrat tells "Face the Nation" the president's decision will help the U.S. accelerate its shift toward renewable energy
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The New York senator talks with CBS News' Jeff Pegues to discuss 9/11 responders and the healthcare services they deserve
The New York senator talks with CBS News' Jeff Pegues to discuss 9/11 responders and the healthcare services they deserve
Showdown, Olympic Cheating, Senator Gillibrand
Recognizing concealed carry permits across state lines; then, running from Putin after helping him cheat; and, Sen. Gillibrand: The political face of the #MeToo movement
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, discusses the president's approach to fighting Islamist militants in Iraq and Syria
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, discusses the president's approach to fighting Islamist militants in Iraq and Syria.
The latest on the fighting in Iraq and Syria, the controversy over domestic violence facing the NFL, and more
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Trump told FIFA Iran is welcome to play in World Cup in U.S., officials say
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CPI report shows inflation held steady at 2.4% in February
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Vehicle crashes into barricade near White House, Secret Service investigating
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Hawaii volcano eruptions shoot fountains of lava 1,000 feet in the air
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Sharks are taking a bigger bite of fishermen's catch in Hawaii
The growing incidents, known as shark depredation, have grown common in Hawaii's coastal waters and other parts of the Pacific.
Epstein's longtime accountant to testify before House committee today
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CPI report shows inflation held steady at 2.4% in February
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Can the president bring down gas prices? 5 options available to Trump.
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Oil prices are falling — gas prices aren't. Here's why.
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Could tapping the Strategic Petroleum Reserve lower gas prices?
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JetBlue ground stop lifted soon after it began
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Trump told FIFA Iran is welcome to play in World Cup in U.S., officials say
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Latino Texans fueled Democratic primary turnout. What it means for the midterms
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Fuller, Harris head to Georgia runoff, CBS News projects
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Jan. 6 police responders ask judge to let lawsuit over plaque in Capitol proceed
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Raw oysters and clams recalled in 9 states over norovirus risks
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Baby sleepsuit sold at Walmart recalled over potential choking hazard
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