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Mamdani, Trump talk housing in 2nd meeting
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani met with President Trump again in the Oval Office on Thursday to discuss housing. Political strategists Laurie Watkins and Mark Bednar join with analysis.
Trump touts TrumpRx in SOTU address
During his State of the Union address, President Trump took time to tout his new drug platform, TrumpRx, which offers discounted generic prescriptions for 43 medications. John Stanford, who focuses on prescription drugs in his role as executive director at the venture capital firm Incubate, joins to discuss.
Ex-Air Force secretary on Anthropic dispute
The deadline for artificial intelligence company Anthropic to meet the Pentagon's demands for unrestricted AI access has come and gone without a deal. Frank Kendall, secretary of the Air Force during the Biden administration, joins "The Takeout" with analysis.
Trump in Texas amid heated Senate GOP race
President Trump is in Texas ahead of the state's midterm primary day on Tuesday. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more from Corpus Christi.
Lawmaker: Clinton "very cooperative" on Epstein
Former President Bill Clinton appeared for a deposition with members of the House Oversight Committee on Friday to answer questions about his relationship and dealings with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.
Trump says he's "not happy" with Iran talks
U.S. and Iranian mediators are set for another round of negotiations over the country's nuclear program next week. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata and Samantha Vinograd have the latest.
Jason Rezaian on state of Iran tensions
Jason Rezaian, a journalist who spent 544 days unjustly imprisoned in Iran before being released in January 2016, joins "The Takeout" with his perspective on where tensions with the U.S. stand.
Evaluating the state of Iran's nuclear program
Just eight months ago, the U.S. targeted Iran's nuclear facilities, and the way President Trump described the strikes then made it seem like another attack might not be necessary. National security analysts Matt Kroenig and Joe Cirincione join "The Takeout" to discuss where Iran's nuclear program stands today.
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Maryland Governor Larry Hogan on "The Takeout"
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan joins Major to talk about vaccination efforts in his state, the debate over mask mandates, and the governor's own political aspirations on this week’s episode of "The Takeout with Major Garrett."
Senior foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata on "The Takeout"
CBS News senior foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata joins Major to discuss withdrawal of American troops from Afghanistan, the battle for control of Afghanistan and how the U.S. will handle Afghan translators and interpreters on this week's episode of "The Takeout with Major Garrett."
Travel editor Peter Greenberg on "The Takeout"
CBS News travel editor Peter Greenberg joins Major to discuss the reopening of America and the struggles that face the travel industry as demand rises. He also offers tips to get the best possible deals on this week’s episode of "The Takeout with Major Garrett."
National Constitution Center's Jeffrey Rosen on "The Takeout"
Jeffrey Rosen, president and CEO of the National Constitution Center, joins Major to talk about the history of the U.S. Constitution, how it has evolved throughout time, and the polarization that led to the January 6 attack on the Capitol, on this week's episode of "The Takeout with Major Garrett."
Journalist Michael Isikoff on "The Takeout"
Investigative reporter Michael Isikoff joins Major Garrett to discuss the murder of Saudi dissident and journalist Jamal Khashoggi, the key timeline of events in Khashoggi's death, how then-President Trump and President Biden have responded, and Saudi leader Mohammed bin Salman's role, on this week's episode of "The Takeout."
Professor Ibram X. Kendi on "The Takeout"
Professor and author Ibram X. Kendi, who holds a doctorate in African American studies, joined Major Garrett to talk about the history of Juneteenth, the political debate over teaching critical race theory in schools and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Black Americans on this week's episode of "The Takeout."
Bill Bratton on "The Takeout"
Bill Bratton, who has led the police departments in Boston, New York and Los Angeles, joins Major to discuss his new memoir, "The Profession," as well as policies he launched that were effective, some that were ineffective, and his relationship with former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani, on this week's episode of "The Takeout with Major Garrett."
Business analyst Jill Schlesinger on "The Takeout"
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins Major Garrett to talk about "meme stocks," the future of cryptocurrency, the state of the U.S. housing market and her upcoming podcast "Eye on Money," which launches next week, on this week's episode of "The Takeout."
Former Israeli Ambassador Michael Oren on "The Takeout"
Former Israeli Ambassador to the U.S. Michael Oren joins Major to talk about the cease-fire between Israel and Hamas, the historical context of the conflict between the two and funding for the "Iron Dome" defense system, as well as what Hamas seeks to gain from attacks on this week's episode of "The Takeout with Major Garrett."
Space analyst Bill Harwood on "The Takeout"
CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood joins Major to talk about NASA's planned mission to return to the moon, private space tourism and the future of colonization of Mars on this week's episode of "The Takeout with Major Garrett."
Cybersecurity expert Chris Krebs on "The Takeout"
Christopher Krebs, the former head of the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency under President Trump, joins Major to talk about the ransomware attack on the Colonial Pipeline, the SolarWinds hack, and life during the pandemic on this week's episode of "The Takeout with Major Garrett."
Jon Meacham on "The Takeout"
Author and historian Jon Meacham shares his insights from writing biographies of several American presidents, and discusses the division created within the Republican Party by Donald Trump. He also talks about his work for President Biden, on this week's episode of "The Takeout with Major Garrett."
Legal analyst Rikki Klieman on "The Takeout"
CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins Major Garrett to discuss policing and race in America following the Derek Chauvin murder trial as well as the federal search warrant executed against former President Trump's personal attorney Rudy Giuliani on this week's episode of "The Takeout."
Congressmen Cuellar & Katko on "The Takeout"
Congressman Henry Cuellar, a Democrat from Texas, and Congressman John Katko, a Republican from New York, joins Major Garrett to discuss their bipartisan proposal to help prevent unaccompanied children from being held by the Border Patrol for an elongated period of time. The members of Congress also talked about how the bill requires the Department of Homeland Security and its partners to establish plans for future increases in the flow of migrants on this week's episode of "The Takeout."
Journalist and author Elizabeth Kolbert on "The Takeout"
Journalist and author Elizabeth Kolbert joins Major Garrett to discuss her Pulitzer-Prize-winning book "The Sixth Extinction," which tackles climate change and what humans can do to reduce carbon emissions. Pollution and its effects on the food supply and marine ecosystems is also up for discussion on this week’s episode of "The Takeout with Major Garrett."
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Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei calls White House's actions "retaliatory and punitive"
Hours before Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei's interview, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth deemed the AI company a "supply chain risk to national security," which restricts military contractors from doing business with Anthropic.
A Hawaii man tackled his sports gambling addiction by offering free surf lessons
For Buddy Wiggins of Honolulu, Hawaii, the end result of a yearslong sports gambling addiction has come to this: soliciting strangers on the beach.
Renee Good's family spent "hours in limbo" after she was fatally shot
Renee Good's family said they spent agonizing "hours in limbo," unsure of the details surrounding her fatal shooting by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer in Minneapolis last month.
10 Epstein files conspiracy theories, debunked
Conspiracy theories about the Epstein files have racked up millions of views on social media. Here's what to know about 10 of the most viral claims.
Robots, already in hospitals, are ready to roll in other industries
In the years to come, robots will help offset worker shortages in health care, manufacturing and other industries, experts say.
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Anthropic CEO says he's sticking to AI "red lines" despite clash with Pentagon
After the Trump administration cut it off, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News in an exclusive interview Friday night he wants to work with the military — but only if it addresses the firm's concerns.
Hegseth declares Anthropic a "supply chain risk to national security"
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth deemed artificial intelligence firm Anthropic a supply chain risk on Friday, following days of increasingly heated public conflict with the AI company.
Robots, already in hospitals, are ready to roll in other industries
In the years to come, robots will help offset worker shortages in health care, manufacturing and other industries, experts say.
Book excerpt: "Streetwise" by Lloyd Blankfein
In his new memoir, the former CEO of Goldman Sachs writes about a life that stretched from the projects of New York City to the pinnacle of Wall Street.
Small business owner is already giving her customers a tariff refund
"If somebody charges you something and it's unlawful, they should give you your money back," Dame CEO Alexandra Fine said.
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U.S. lawmakers react after Trump announces military operation against Iran
Trump ally Sen. Lindsey Graham said the operation would be "violent, extensive and I believe, at the end of the day, successful."
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Read the full transcript of our interview with Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei sat down with CBS News for an exclusive interview Friday, hours after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth declared the company a supply chain risk to national security.
Tejano music star boosted by late outside spending for his Texas congressional campaign
A Democratic primary in a GOP held Texas congressional district is seeing major money ahead of polls closing in the March 3 contest.
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Anthropic CEO says he's sticking to AI "red lines" despite clash with Pentagon
After the Trump administration cut it off, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News in an exclusive interview Friday night he wants to work with the military — but only if it addresses the firm's concerns.
See Trump's full statement on U.S. "major combat operations" in Iran
President Trump says his objective in attacking Iran "is to defend the American people by eliminating imminent threats" from the regime in Tehran. Read his full statement and watch the video here.
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College student's mystery illness diagnosed as Stage IV cancer
Emma Operacz was diagnosed with a rare cancer at 21. An unusual treatment and bone marrow donation from her sister saved her life.
Medicaid is paying for more dental care. GOP cuts threaten to reverse the trend.
More than three dozen states cover dental services for people on Medicaid, but with about $900 billion in cuts expected to hit states over the next decade, many programs could roll back dental coverage.
Health premiums threaten their nest egg. A terminal diagnosis may spare it.
Chaz and Jean Franklin were facing a sevenfold increase in their health premium payments with the expiration of enhanced federal subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans. Then Jean received a crushing diagnosis.
Could "kidulting" be the way to take the work out of your workout?
A British gym chain is offering classes in "kidulting," luring adults into fitness with classes built around playground and PE class classics.
Novo Nordisk to slash Wegovy and Ozempic prices starting in 2027
Starting in 2027, the Danish pharma firm will sell its weight-loss and diabetes drugs for $675 per month.
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U.S. lawmakers react after Trump announces military operation against Iran
Trump ally Sen. Lindsey Graham said the operation would be "violent, extensive and I believe, at the end of the day, successful."
See Trump's full statement on U.S. "major combat operations" in Iran
President Trump says his objective in attacking Iran "is to defend the American people by eliminating imminent threats" from the regime in Tehran. Read his full statement and watch the video here.
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Trump confirms "major combat operations" as U.S. and Israel attack Iran
The U.S. and Israel are attacking Iran, which is responding with attacks on U.S. bases in the region, as President Trump confirms "major combat operations."
Israel launches "preemptive strike" on Iran, Israeli military says
The Israel Defense Ministry said in a statement that it launched the strike because it was expecting "a missile and drone attack" from Iran "in the immediate future."
More than a dozen killed when plane carrying money crashes in Bolivia, official says
The plane belonging to the Bolivian air force was transporting new banknotes from Bolivia's Central Bank to other cities. A large number of bills were scattered on the ground at the crash site.
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From the archives: Neil Sedaka on writing a hit song
Neil Sedaka, the singer and songwriter behind such hits as "Breaking Up is Hard to Do," "Calendar Girl," and "Love Will Keep Us Together," died on Friday, Feb. 27, 2026 at age 86. In this 2020 "Sunday Morning" story, David Pogue talked with Sedaka – as well as Valerie Simpson (of Ashford & Simpson), author John Seabrook, and producer Oak Felder – about the elements that go into writing a hit song.
Neil Sedaka, singer whose hits included "Laughter in the Rain," dies at 86
Singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka, known for his hits like "Laughter in the Rain," "Breaking Up is Hard to Do" and "Calendar Girl," has died.
Book excerpt: "Never Mind the Happy" by Marc Shaiman
In his memoir, the Tony Award-winning composer of such hits as Broadway's "Hairspray" writes of his half-century in show business, which grew in part from his youthful worship of Bette Midler - an adoration that would grow into a collaboration.
"Sinners" composer on blues music journey
For Oscar-winning composer Ludwig Goransson, creating the score for "Sinners" was a challenge, explaining he had to find his "voice within the blues." He describes his unlikely personal connection to the music and how he met the film's director.
"Scream" creator on directing latest movie
"Scream" writer and creator Kevin Williamson describes his passion for horror films and being asked to direct a "Scream" movie for the first time, at the request of one of the returning stars. Natalie Morales reports.
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Anthropic CEO says he's sticking to AI "red lines" despite clash with Pentagon
After the Trump administration cut it off, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News in an exclusive interview Friday night he wants to work with the military — but only if it addresses the firm's concerns.
Anthropic CEO on "punitive" Pentagon action
In an exclusive interview with CBS News, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei said that the Pentagon's decision to designate the AI company a supply chain risk is "retaliatory and punitive." The Pentagon made the designation, which restricts military contractors from doing business with Anthropic, after the company refused to give the military unfettered access to its AI model.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Full interview: Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei sat down with CBS News for an exclusive interview, hours after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth declared the company a supply chain risk to national security, which restricts military contractors from doing business with the AI giant. Amodei called the move "retaliatory and punitive," and he said Anthropic sought to draw "red lines" in the government's use of its technology because "we believe that crossing those lines is contrary to American values, and we wanted to stand up for American values."
Anthropic CEO on "red lines" for AI military use
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei said in an exclusive interview with CBS News that the AI company sought to draw "red lines" in the government's use of its technology because "we believe that crossing those lines is contrary to American values, and we wanted to stand up for American values." He added: "Disagreeing with the government is the most American thing in the world."
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NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
These United States: George Washington and climate change
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in an unanticipated crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River. Environmental correspondent David Schechter looks at how Washington's watershed military maneuver dramatized both a changing America, and a changing climate.
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Bill Clinton opening statement for deposition
Former President Bill Clinton is being deposed by members of the House Oversight Committee over his alleged links to Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
Did ICE lie before detaining NYC student?
Columbia University acting president Claire Shipman described the ICE detention of student Elmina "Ellie" Aghayeva, claiming agents gained entry to a residential building by stating they were police seeking a missing child. CBS News' Tom Hanson reports.
Bill Clinton's turn for Epstein deposition
Former President Bill Clinton is up next for a deposition before members of the House Oversight Committee regarding his alleged links to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
Latest news Columbia student taken by ICE
Columbia University student Elmina Aghayeva has been released after ICE took her from one of the institution's residential buildings. CBS News' Tom Hanson reports.
Epstein files questionings continue
Kentucky Republican Rep. James Comer, the chairman of the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability, said Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick may be asked to testify on his knowledge of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's dealings. This comes as former President Bill Clinton prepares for his deposition. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
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Why NASA is overhauling Artemis program
NASA has announced a major overhaul of its Artemis moon program amid ongoing safety concerns. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
How NASA plans to get astronauts on the moon
NASA announced an overhaul to its Artemis moon program as safety concerns persist. CBS News space contributor Christian Davenport breaks down the key takeaways.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
Safety concerns over NASA's Artemis program
NASA's Artemis II mission continues to face concerns and delays. Scott E. Parazynski, a former astronaut, joins CBS News with more.
NASA rolls Artemis II back for repairs
NASA is rolling back the Artemis II moon rocket from its launch pad at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. It is expected to take up to 12 hours to move the 322-foot rocket, with the journey spanning four miles back to its hangar for repairs. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
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Trump's full statement on Iran strikes
President Trump announced early Saturday morning that the U.S. is conducting "a massive and ongoing operation to prevent this very wicked, radical dictatorship from threatening America and our core national security interests." See his full remarks.
U.S. and Israel launch strikes against Iran
The U.S. and Israel carried out military strikes on targets in Iran early Saturday after President Trump threatened the Iranian regime for weeks to make a new deal to rein in its nuclear program, and before that, threatened it over its violent crackdown on protesters in January. Carissa Lawson anchors CBS News' special report.
Trump speaks as U.S. launches Iran strikes
President Trump said the U.S. military has begun "major combat operations in Iran" in a statement released early Saturday morning. Mr. Trump threatened the Iranian regime for weeks to make a new deal to rein in its nuclear program, and before that, threatened it over its violent crackdown on protesters in January.
Anthropic CEO on "punitive" Pentagon action
In an exclusive interview with CBS News, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei said that the Pentagon's decision to designate the AI company a supply chain risk is "retaliatory and punitive." The Pentagon made the designation, which restricts military contractors from doing business with Anthropic, after the company refused to give the military unfettered access to its AI model.