7/16: The Takeout with Major Garrett
President Trump to give primetime speech on election security; Todd Blanche has second day of confirmation hearing for attorney general role.
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Leavitt claims Trump's address "will shock you"
President Trump will allege Chinese meddling in U.S. elections during his primetime speech on Thursday night, sources say. CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi has the latest.
U.S. launches 5th straight day of Iran strikes
U.S. forces launched a fifth consecutive day of strikes against Iran on Thursday. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson has more.
Questions at Blanche and Clayton hearings
Todd Blanche and Jay Clayton had respective confirmation hearings Wednesday for attorney general and director of national intelligence. Major Garrett takes a look at some of the questions they faced before the Senate.
U.S. launches 5th day of Iran strikes
The U.S. launched two waves of strikes against Iran on Wednesday, marking the fifth day of attacks against the country as the war ramps back up. CBS News' Aaron Navarro reports.
Takeaways from Blanche confirmation hearing
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche appeared before senators for five hours Wednesday as he made his case for confirmation to lead the Justice Department in a permanent capacity. He faced questioning over his handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case, President Trump's anti-weaponization fund and more during his Senate confirmation hearing on Wednesday. CBS News' senior Justice Department reporter Sarah Lynch reports.
Sen. Whitehouse, Blanche clash over Trump
Rhode Island Democratic Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse slammed Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche during his confirmation hearing over his relationship with President Trump, accusing the pair of colluding.
Politics of New York data center moratorium
New York has enacted a statewide pause on the construction of new data centers for one year. Political strategists Chuck Rocha and Matt Whitlock discuss.
Details on Supreme Court security push
Supreme Court Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett on Tuesday urged Congress to boost security funding for the high court as the judges face increased threats. CBS News' Jan Crawford reports.
Rep. McCaul on Lindsey Graham and Ukraine
Lindsey Graham's death leaves Ukraine without a key Republican ally in the Senate. Rep. Michael McCaul, who recently visited Ukraine and had worked extensively with Sen. Graham, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Latest on Iran as Trump backs off Hormuz tolls
President Trump on Tuesday reversed his Monday proclamation about a 20% fee for cargo moving through the Strait of Hormuz. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe and Aaron MacLean report.
Latest on ICE scrutiny after fatal shootings
Nine people in the U.S. have been killed by immigration officers in the last 18 months, including two in the last week in Texas and Maine. CBS News' Lilia Luciano and Ed O'Keefe report, while Hennepin County attorney Mary Moriarty joins "The Takeout" to discuss the investigation into two ICE killings in Minnesota.
Supreme Court asks Congress for security cash
Supreme Court justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett testified on Capitol Hill, advocating for the high court to receive a bigger security budget following an increase in security threats. CBS News' Jan Crawford reports.
Kagan on interactions with Lindsey Graham
Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan took a moment before her opening remarks on Capitol Hill to honor the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, recalling her nomination process and her interactions with the lawmaker.
Supreme Court asks for more security funding
Supreme Court Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett are asking lawmakers to raise the court's security budget following an increase in threats. Jan Crawford has more details on their rare testimony.
GOP strategist on memories of Lindsey Graham
Sen. Lindsey Graham is being remembered for his wit and political effectiveness after his sudden death over the weekend. Republican strategist Matt Whitlock joins CBS News to discuss.
Latest on Lindsey Graham's death
Lawmakers continue to pay tribute to Sen. Lindsey Graham, who died suddenly over the weekend. CBS News' Taurean Small and Major Garrett report.
Lindsey Graham's sister picked to fill seat
Tributes poured in for Sen. Lindsey Graham on Monday while his sister, Darline Graham Nordone, was appointed to finish out his Senate term. Nikole Killion reports.
U.S. begins third night of Iran strikes
The U.S. is carrying out a third consecutive night of airstrikes Monday against Iran, CENTCOM says. National security analyst Joe Cirincione joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Longtime staffers, reporter remember Graham
Lee Holmes, Sen. Lindsey Graham's former chief counsel, Kevin Bishop, Graham's former communications director, and NOTUS congressional reporter Paul Kane join Major Garrett to remember Graham, who died suddenly over the weekend.
Thune remembers Graham in emotional speech
Sen. Majority Leader John Thune on Monday delivered an emotional speech from the Senate floor paying tribute to Sen. Lindsey Graham, who died unexpectedly over the weekend.
Trump praises Lindsey Graham after his death
President Trump and other U.S. lawmakers paid tribute to Sen. Lindsey Graham after the South Carolina Republican senator died Saturday. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns has more.
Lindsey Graham's political legacy
Tributes are pouring in for Sen. Lindsey Graham after his death, with some highlighting the late senator's bipartisan efforts throughout his career. Political strategists Chuck Rocha and Justin Wallin join to discuss.
Tributes pour in for Lindsey Graham
Tributes poured in for Sen. Lindsey Graham from Democrats, Republicans, former U.S. presidents and world leaders after his death stunned Capitol Hill. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns has more.
Mitch McConnell gives update on his health
Sen. Mitch McConnell released a statement on his health and a photo Sunday night after questions swirled about his well-being. Nikole Killion reports.
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