Trump administration seeking "full dismantlement" of Iran nuclear program
"Give it up, or there will be consequences," said White House National Security Adviser Mike Waltz, speaking about Iran's nuclear program.
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Sen. Lindsey Graham rebukes lawyers who defended Trump foes: "I hope they pay a price"
President Trump has targeted several law firms by terminating security clearances and other executive actions.
Rubio says "we're going to keep doing it" after arrest of Columbia activist
Mahmoud Khalil, a former Columbia University student who is a green card holder, is being threatened with deportation.
Rubio says airstrikes on Houthis are "doing the world a favor"
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said U.S. airstrikes on the Iran-backed Houthi rebels are targeting the group's ability to strike global shipping and attack the U.S. military.
Kristi Noem says she plans to use "broad and extensive" authorities as DHS secretary
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Krisi Noem said tests polygraph tests will continue for employees, while pledging to prosecute leakers.
Treasury Secretary says Ukraine economic deal is not on the table after Zelenskyy "chose to blow that up"
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said an economic deal with Ukraine is not currently on the table after a contentious Oval Office meeting.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announces creation of an "affordability czar"
Treasury Secreatry Scott Bessent described the new role as "someone who picks the five or eight areas where this administration can make a big difference for working class Americans."
Trump envoy describes 3.5-hour meeting with Putin in Moscow
Steve Witkoff described a three-and-a-half-hour meeting he held with Russian President Vladimir Putin earlier this month, part of what he called a "trust-building" assignment.
Hochul says Democratic governors won't "sit idly by" as Trump threatens retaliation
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said Democratic governors won't "sit idly by" as President Trump threatens retaliation if the leaders do not comply with his agenda.
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Rep. Turner says U.S. needs to help Ukraine
As the United Nations General Assembly wrapped this week, Republican Rep. Mike Turner of Ohio told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that the U.S. "really needs to step it up" in helping Ukraine in the war against Russia.
Rand Paul weighs in on troops in Portland
Republican Sen. Rand Paul, the chairman of the Senate Homeland Security Committee, told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that while he would "prefer not to have troops" in Portland, Oregon, he believes "there is a role if the states will not step up." He said he had not yet been briefed on the Trump administration's plans in Portland.
Open: "Face the Nation," Sept. 28, 2025
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Democratic Sens. Amy Klobuchar and Tim Kaine join to discuss where negotiations stand in the Senate as the threat of government shutdown looms over Washington, D.C. Plus, former White House special counsel in President Trump's first term, Ty Cobb, joins.
Israel urges Palestinians remaining in Gaza City to leave
As world leaders prepare to meet in New York this week for the United Nations General Assembly with the war in the Middle East at the top of the agenda, Israel warned Palestinians remaining in Gaza City to leave — although the transport can cost thousands. Seth Doane reports from Tel Aviv.
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Missed the second half of the show? French President Emmanuel Macron joins.
Macron: Hostage release "requirement" for embassy
French President Emmanuel Macron tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that he plans this week at the U.N. General Assembly to formalize his country's decision to recognize a Palestinian state. But, he added that it is a "requirement" that Hamas release the remaining hostages before France would open an embassy.
Cohn on "job market degrade"
As Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell said the U.S. economy is "cooling off," IBM vice chairman Gary Cohn, who served as director of the White House economic council in the first Trump administration, tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that "it may be temporary …. But the reality is we have seen the job market degrade."
Macron on Charles Kushner criticism
French President Emmanuel Macron tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that it is "unacceptable" for a diplomat to make public criticism after U.S. Ambassador Charles Kushner recently said he had not done enough to combat antisemitism in France.
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This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," on the eve of President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration, a ceasefire deal takes effect and TikTok is shut down. Biden White House Middle East envoy Brett McGurk joins, as does incoming National Security Adviser Mike Waltz.
1/12: Face the Nation
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," after the devastating Pacific Palisades fire, Jonathan Vigliotti reports from the area, while FEMA administrator Deanne Criswell and Rep. Judy Chu of California discuss the response. Plus, former House Speaker Newt Gingrich joins.
1/5: Face the Nation
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Senate Majority Leader John Thune joins to discuss the GOP's priorities with President-elect Donald Trump coming into the White House, while House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi discusses the legacy of the Jan. 6, 2021 attack with the House set to count the electoral votes again.
12/29: Face the Nation
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dr. Leana Wen discusses the bird flu outbreak and what health policy could look like in the new administration. Plus, philanthropist and author David Rubenstein joins.
12/22: Face the Nation
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," a deal was finally reached to fund the government, but was last week's Capitol Hill chaos preview of what's to come in 2025? Reps. Tony Gonzales and French Hill join to discuss. Plus, exit interviews with Sen. Joe Manchin and Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.
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Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," June 1, 2025
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Sen. Rand Paul join Margaret Brennan.
Transcript: Michael Roth, Wesleyan University president, on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," June 1, 2025
The following is the transcript of an interview with Michael Roth, Wesleyan University president, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on June 1, 2025.
Transcript: FDA commissioner Dr. Marty Makary on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," June 1, 2025
The following is the transcript of an interview with FDA commissioner Dr. Marty Makary that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on June 1, 2025.
Transcript: Sen. Rand Paul on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," June 1, 2025
The following is the transcript of an interview with Sen. Rand Paul, Republican of Kentucky, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on June 1, 2025.
Transcript: Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," June 1, 2025
The following is the transcript of an interview with Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, Democrat of Illinois, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on June 1, 2025.
Transcript: Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," June 1, 2025
The following is the transcript of an interview with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on June 1, 2025.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 25, 2025
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, House Speaker Mike Johnson and Cindy McCain join Margaret Brennan.
Transcript: Rep. Jim Himes on Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 25, 2025
The following is the transcript of an interview with Rep. Jim Himes, Democrat of Connecticut, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 25, 2025.
Transcript: House Speaker Mike Johnson on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 25, 2025
The following is the transcript of an interview with House Speaker Mike Johnson, Republican of Louisiana, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 25, 2025.
Transcript: Jack McCain on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 25, 2025
The following is the transcript of an interview with Navy veteran Jack McCain that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 25, 2025.
Transcript: Cindy McCain on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 25, 2025
The following is the transcript of an interview with Cindy McCain, World Food Programme executive director, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 25, 2025.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 18, 2025
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Sen. Chris Van Hollen join Margaret Brennan.
Transcript: Ret. Gen. Stanley McChrystal on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 18, 2025
The following is the transcript of an interview with Retired Army General Stanley McChrystal that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 18, 2025.
Transcript: Sen. Chris Van Hollen on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 18, 2025
The following is the transcript of an interview with Sen. Chris Van Hollen, Democrat of Maryland, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 18, 2025.
Transcript: Former Ambassador Bridget Brink on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 18, 2025
The following is the transcript of an interview with Bridget Brink, former U.S. ambassador to Ukraine, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 18, 2025.
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The U.S. military's early September strike on an alleged Venezuelan drug boat has drawn new scrutiny as the White House confirmed that the vessel was struck twice.
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The Trump administration is looking into whether Minnesota tax money found its way to al Shabaab, an al Qaeda affiliate based in Somalia, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said.
Kushner and Witkoff to meet with Putin in Moscow
President Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner, and special envoy Steve Witkoff are meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin Tuesday to discuss the war in Ukraine.
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House Democrats allege Patel has used the FBI's Gulfstream jet for a "date night" in Tennessee and an outing with friends in Texas.
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The White House said President Trump's October MRI analyzed his cardiovascular system and abdomen.
Trump planned to meet with Rubio, Hegseth, top aides on Venezuela, sources say
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