6/16: The Takeout with Major Garrett
New details after FBI thwarts alleged terror plot; four states and the District of Columbia hold primaries.
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Extended interview: Sen. Raphael Warnock
In this extended interview, CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett sits down with Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock of Georgia to discuss the Iran war, voting rights and morality in America.
New report reveals White House ballroom costs
A new Washington Post report says President Trump's White House ballroom could cost $600 million, with half the cost borne by taxpayers. Sarah Blaskey, an investigative reporter at The Washington Post who helped break the story, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Redistricting may give GOP an edge in midterms
A new report from the National Republican Congressional Committee finds that the GOP has gained an edge in the midterms from redistricting. Political strategists Kevin Sheridan and Mo Elleithee join with analysis.
Zillow: 242 cities have $1 million starter homes
The dream of home ownership is becoming more elusive for some first-time buyers. Zillow found that a record 242 cities have starter homes valued at $1 million or more. Orphe Divounguy, senior economist at Zillow, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Warnock on congressional oversight of Iran war
Sen. Raphael Warnock of Georgia has been viewed as a rising star in the Democratic Party since he beat Kelly Loeffler for her Senate seat in 2021. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett sat down with Warnock to discuss his new book, "The Crooked Places Made Straight," the Iran war and more.
Georgia voters casting ballots in GOP runoffs
Republicans in Georgia will decide their nominees for governor and an open Senate seat on Tuesday. CBS News correspondent Skyler Henry reports from Atlanta.
Trump: Iran won't get U.S. funds in deal
President Trump spent the second day of the G7 summit touting an initial agreement to end the war with Iran, even though no one has seen the text of it yet. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes and national security contributor Joe Zacks join with more.
5 charged in foiled White House UFC plot
The FBI disrupted an alleged plot targeting the White House UFC event, officials announced Tuesday. CBS News Department of Justice reporter Jake Rosen has the details.
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10/13/17: The Takeout
This week on "The Takeout," CBS News Chief White House Correspondent Major Garrett and CBS News Political Director Steve Chaggaris sit down with Sen. Chris Murphy (D-CT).
10/6/17: The Takeout
CBS News Chief White House Correspondent Major Garrett and CBS News Political Director Steve Chaggaris meet up with Samantha Bee in New York City.
9/29/17: The Takeout
"The Takeout" goes in front of a live audience in Washington, D.C. as CBS News Chief White House Correspondent Major Garrett and CBS News Political Director Steve Chaggaris sit down with Rep. John Delaney, D-Maryland.
9/22/17: The Takeout
CBS News Chief White House Correspondent Major Garrett and CBS News Political Director Steve Chaggaris sit down with Fran Townsend, a top former George W. Bush adviser.
9/15/17: The Takeout
White House Budget Director Mick Mulvaney joins CBS News Chief White House correspondent Major Garrett and Political Director Steve Chaggaris for a BLT at The Tombs in Georgetown. There's lots to mull over including Mulvaney's reaction to Steve Bannon's "60 Minutes" interview, President Trump's surprising budget deal with Democrats and how much money will be needed for hurricane recovery.
9/8/17: The Takeout
CBS News Chief White House Correspondent Major Garrett and CBS News Political Director Steve Chaggaris sit down with Republican National Committee chairwoman Ronna McDaniel.
9/1/17: The Takeout
On the latest episode of "The Takeout" podcast, over Proper Burgers and a Rocket Salad at Duke's Grocery, veteran CBS News national security correspondent David Martin delivered his analysis on where the United States stands with North Korea.
8/25/17: The Takeout
Janet Langhart Cohen joins CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett and CBS News political director Steve Chaggaris for lunch at Old Ebbitt Grill in Washington, D.C.
8/18/17: The Takeout
In this episode of "The Takeout," CBS News Chief White House Correspondent Major Garrett and CBS News Political Director Steve Chaggaris sit down with former Clinton defense secretary and former Republican senator William Cohen.
8/11/17: The Takeout
Treasury spokesman Tony Sayegh joins CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett and CBS News political director Steve Chaggaris for lunch at Old Ebbitt Grill.
8/4/17: The Takeout
In today's episode of "The Takeout," CBS News Chief White House Correspondent Major Garrett and CBS News Political Director Steve Chaggaris sit down with Sen. Al Franken (D-Minn).
7/28/17: The Takeout
In today's episode of "The Takeout," CBS News Chief White House Correspondent Major Garrett and CBS News Political Director Steve Chaggaris sit down with Rep. Seth Moulton, D-Massachusetts.
7/21/17: The Takeout
In this week's episode of "The Takeout," CBS News Chief White House Correspondent Major Garrett and CBS News Political Director Steve Chaggaris have lunch with Tea Party Patriot co-founder and CEO Jenny Beth Martin
7/14/17: The Takeout
Brown University professor Mark Blyth joins CBS News Chief White House Correspondent Major Garrett and political director Steve Chaggaris on "The Takeout" for breakfast at District Taco in Dupont Circle.
6/30/17: The Takeout
Former White House official Eric Schultz joins CBS News Chief White House Correspondent Major Garrett and political director Steve Chaggaris on "The Takeout" for breakfast at Quadrant in Washington, D.C.
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AI is slashing the cost of starting and running a business. "Everything has decreased in cost and increased in speed," one entrepreneur said.
Dramatic rescue efforts after fiery small plane crash in Texas kills 1
A business jet with six on board crashed on a Laredo, Texas, highway and caught fire, killing one person and causing chaos as passersby frantically tried to save those inside.
Trump-backed Barry Moore projected to win runoff in Alabama GOP Senate primary
Rep. Barry Moore won the Republican Senate runoff in Alabama on Tuesday night, CBS News projects, defeating political newcomer and U.S. Navy Seal Jared Hudson.
Trump-backed Rep. Mike Collins projected to win Georgia GOP Senate primary runoff
Rep. Mike Collins will face off against Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in November as Republicans look to Georgia to deliver a key GOP victory that could determine control of the Senate.
Alleged D.C. National Guard shooter could face death penalty with new charges
New charges were filed against a man accused of fatally shooting one National Guard member and gravely injuring another in Washington, D.C., opening the door for the DOJ to seek the death penalty if he's convicted.
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Want to start a business? AI can help, business owners say
AI is slashing the cost of starting and running a business. "Everything has decreased in cost and increased in speed," one entrepreneur said.
What to expect as Kevin Warsh leads his first Fed interest rate meeting
New Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh is stepping in at a critical juncture for the U.S. economy, with inflation at its highest level in more than three years.
Yum! Brands sells struggling Pizza Hut in $2.7 billion deal
The sale will split ownership of the pizza chain between a U.S.-based private equity firm and a Chinese restaurant company.
SpaceX to buy AI coding assistant Cursor for $60 billion
The deal comes just days after SpaceX went public in the largest IPO in history, raising $75 billion to help fund its expansion.
Electricity costs expected to hit record this summer, new analysis finds
A new analysis projects how much Americans will pay for electricity from June to September, depending on their state of residence.
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Detainees moved out of "Alligator Alcatraz" over hurricane concerns, ICE says
ICE has moved detainees out of a controversial soft-sided detention center in the Florida Everglades known as "Alligator Alcatraz," a spokesperson said, citing safety concerns around hurricane season.
Trump-backed Barry Moore projected to win runoff in Alabama GOP Senate primary
Rep. Barry Moore won the Republican Senate runoff in Alabama on Tuesday night, CBS News projects, defeating political newcomer and U.S. Navy Seal Jared Hudson.
Latest U.S. strike on alleged drug boat kills 1, leaves 2 survivors, Pentagon says
Critics have questioned the overall legality of the boat strikes as well as their effectiveness since the U.S. military began them in September 2025.
Trump-backed Rep. Mike Collins projected to win Georgia GOP Senate primary runoff
Rep. Mike Collins will face off against Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in November as Republicans look to Georgia to deliver a key GOP victory that could determine control of the Senate.
Alleged D.C. National Guard shooter could face death penalty with new charges
New charges were filed against a man accused of fatally shooting one National Guard member and gravely injuring another in Washington, D.C., opening the door for the DOJ to seek the death penalty if he's convicted.
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Ebola outbreak still spreading in Congo: "We are missing cases"
A WHO official tells CBS News Ebola is still spreading in Congo after a month, as experts race to contain the outbreak in Central Africa.
American doctor who recovered from Ebola back in U.S., says he's "feeling well"
Dr. Peter Stafford, his wife, Rebekah Stafford, and their four children all arrived safely on Monday, according to Serge, a Pennsylvania-based Christian missions organization.
They're uninsured after Obamacare became too costly. They're far from alone.
After congressional Republicans let expanded subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans expire at the end of last year, some families have decided the price is too great of a financial burden and canceled their coverage.
Organic formula recalled after 3 babies diagnosed with infant botulism
The affected formula was sold at Target and at Nara.com, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
6/14: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: The lack of obesity in Japan; Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance; former child star Bill Mumy; the past and future of the Houston Astrodome; a time capsule for America's 500th birthday; and soccer art made with gum wrappers.
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Latest U.S. strike on alleged drug boat kills 1, leaves 2 survivors, Pentagon says
Critics have questioned the overall legality of the boat strikes as well as their effectiveness since the U.S. military began them in September 2025.
Senate rejects latest resolution to limit Trump's Iran war powers
The Senate narrowly rejected a war powers resolution on Iran as President Trump touts a framework agreement with Tehran to end the monthslong conflict.
Dead or stranded: Commercial sailors suffer in the Strait of Hormuz
India alone has more than 18,000 sailors stuck across the Persian Gulf region. Some tell CBS News it feels like they're "in jail."
Russian artist and Putin critic shot dead in Poland
Semyon Skrepetsky was known for performances and artwork attacking Russian President Vladimir Putin and other authoritarian leaders.
Despite Trump's assurances, shippers wait and see on Strait of Hormuz
President Trump says there's a "safe, secure and pristine" route through the Strait of Hormuz, but major shipping companies aren't convinced.
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America250 announces concert headliners, host
Chris Stapleton and The Smashing Pumpkins are set to headline America250's "America's Block Party Concert," with Queen Latifah set to host. Rosie Rios, the chair of America250, joins CBS News 24/7 with more.
A look at the adaptation of "I Will Find You"
Harlan Coben talks about casting for the Netflix adaptation of his 2023 bestselling novel "I Will Find You." The series stars Sam Worthington, who describes how fatherhood impacted him in his role and how he sees his character.
"Star Wars" lightsaber and more iconic film props going up for auction
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
Serena and Venus Williams to play doubles together again, at Wimbledon
Serena and Venus Williams are getting back together as a doubles team, at Wimbledon. The last time the sisters were a doubles duo was at the 2022 U.S. Open, where they lost their opening match.
Billy Porter on "La Cage Aux Folles"
Billy Porter speaks with "CBS Mornings" about starring in the off-Broadway revival of the musical "La Cage Aux Folles," working with Wayne Brady and recent health issues.
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Want to start a business? AI can help, business owners say
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SpaceX to buy AI coding assistant Cursor for $60 billion
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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.
Anthropic to meet Trump officials, Axios says
Anthropic's senior staff is planning to meet with White House officials amid a recent dispute over the company's safety measures. Maria Curi, a tech reporter for Axios, has more.
U.K. announces plan to ban social media for children under 16
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer hopes to have a ban on kids using social media that is "designed to be addictive" enacted by early next year.
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Watch: Pentagon releases 6 new UFO videos
The Defense Department released a third batch of UFO files on Friday, three weeks after its second drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
Goblin shark seen alive in natural deep-sea habitat for the first time
The goblin shark had only previously been seen when caught by fishermen and they died shortly afterward.
World's largest whale graveyard found by sub at bottom of ocean
The researchers saw many strange animals — many believed to be new to science — living off the whale carcasses.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Great white shark captured on video in Mediterranean in rare sighting
Great white sharks are classified as "critically endangered" in the Mediterranean Sea, and underwater sightings are incredibly rare.
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Former FBI agent on alleged UFC attack plot
Law enforcement sources tell CBS News officials allegedly seized weapons, thousands of rounds of ammunition, and tactical gear while conducting search warrants in connection with the foiled plot to attack the UFC event at the White House over the weekend. CBS News security and law enforcement contributor Lance Leising has more.
Police: Wilmington shooting suspect at large
Police in Delaware are still searching for a suspect who shot two people at Wilmington Hospital on Tuesday, officials said at a news conference. At least one person is dead and another injured.
FBI foils alleged murder plot at UFC fight
Federal prosecutors charged at least five people in connection with an alleged plot to kill the president and countless others at Sunday's UFC cage fight on the White House lawn. Ed O'Keefe reports.
5 charged in foiled White House UFC plot
The FBI disrupted an alleged plot targeting the White House UFC event, officials announced Tuesday. CBS News Department of Justice reporter Jake Rosen has the details.
Alleged D.C. National Guard shooter could face death penalty with new charges
New charges were filed against a man accused of fatally shooting one National Guard member and gravely injuring another in Washington, D.C., opening the door for the DOJ to seek the death penalty if he's convicted.
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NASA chief defends choice of all-male crew for Artemis III mission
NASA's Jared Isaacman says the crew was selected solely based on their experience, expertise and availability for flight assignment.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
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Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
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NASA reluctantly gives up on lost orbiter: "Best Mars mission ever"
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Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are calling on the White House to release the text of the tentative deal reached with Iran to end the war. Both Democrats and Republicans have said they are eager to see the details. CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean has more.
Former FBI agent on alleged UFC attack plot
Law enforcement sources tell CBS News officials allegedly seized weapons, thousands of rounds of ammunition, and tactical gear while conducting search warrants in connection with the foiled plot to attack the UFC event at the White House over the weekend. CBS News security and law enforcement contributor Lance Leising has more.
Study: Online views on democracy vary by platform
A new Gallup study reveals that social media users across platforms differ in how they express their views on democracy. Dr. Ellyn Maese, senior researcher at Gallup and author of the study, joins CBS News to unpack the findings.
Extended interview: Sen. Raphael Warnock
In this extended interview, CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett sits down with Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock of Georgia to discuss the Iran war, voting rights and morality in America.
Trump slams Israel, praises Iran at G7 summit
President Trump praised Iranian leaders while slamming his greatest ally in the Middle East, Israel, at the G7 summit on Tuesday. Nancy Cordes has more details.