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Iran's capabilities suffered "severe damage," head of nuclear watchdog says
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Democratic Sen. Alex Padilla of California was briefly detained last week after being forcibly removed from a news conference by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
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Open: "Face the Nation," Nov. 2, 2025
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," as the government shutdown stretches on, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, Democratic Sen. Mark Warner and Republican Rep. Dan Crenshaw join to discuss the impacts. Plus, Anthony Salvanto breaks down the latest CBS News poll.
Warner on GOP-only briefings on strikes
Sen. Mark Warner, the senior Democrat on the Senate Intelligence Committee, told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that the Trump administration's Republican-only briefings on U.S. strikes on vessels allegedly carrying drugs and cartels are "not the way our system is supposed to work" as they "further partisan national security."
Duffy: Airport delays "going to get worse"
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that airport delays are "going to get worse" as the government shutdown stretches on and air traffic controllers go without a second paycheck.
Arrests made in Louvre crown jewel heist
The Paris prosecutor's office said Sunday that arrests had been made in connection to the brazen crown jewel heist at the Louvre, with one suspect arrested at Charles De Gaulle Airport as he allegedly tried to flee the country. Thieves stole an estimated $100 million worth of jewels and gems during a brazen daytime robbery that took less than eight minutes.
Moolenaar on TikTok algorithm's future
Republican Rep. John Moolenaar, who is the chairman of the House select committee on the Chinese Communist Party, told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that with the TikTok deal set to be finalized this week that will require divestment of Chinese control of the algorithm, "how you get that algorithm completely out of Chinese control is up to the experts."
Graham: Venezuela land strikes a "possibility"
As the U.S. has conducted air strikes on Venezuelan boats the Trump administration has accused of carrying drugs and cartel members, Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that land strikes in Venezuela are a "real possibility," adding that "President Trump told me yesterday that he plans to brief members of Congress when he gets back from Asia about future potential military operations against Venezuela and Colombia."
Bessent on TikTok deal
With President Trump and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on a trip to Asia, Bessent told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that the TikTok deal will be finalized by Thursday. Bessent also said additional 100% tariffs with China are "effectively off the table" after the two-day meeting.
Jeffries on health care premiums
As the government shutdown has stretched on with Democrats refusing to back any funding bill unless it extends ACA subsidies, open enrollment is set to begin on Nov. 1. But House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that the health care premiums are "not locked in," suggesting that open enrollment could be extended or Congress could intervene.
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This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem joins as protesters and federal authorities clash in Southern California as the Trump administration ramps up nationwide roundups of those who could be in the country illegally. Plus, Save the Children CEO Janti Soeripto.
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This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," as turmoil continues over tariffs, Margaret Brennan speaks with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. Plus, Sen. Rand Paul joins to discuss President Trump's "big, beautiful bill."
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This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," as Americans prepare for Memorial Day, Margaret Brennan speaks with some veterans serving in Congress about the value of public service and honoring those who've protected us. Plus, House Speaker Mike Johnson discusses the House's passage of President Trump's "big, beautiful bill."
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This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Secretary of State Marco Rubio discusses what the Trump administration's recent trip to the Middle East means for U.S. security and diplomacy. Plus, Democratic Sen. Chris Van Hollen joins.
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This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Ed O'Keefe speaks with Cardinal Blase Cupich, Archbishop of Chicago, about the first U.S. born pontiff, Pope Leo XIV. Plus, United CEO Peter Kirby joins.
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Transcript: UNICEF executive director Catherine Russell on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 24, 2025
The following is the transcript of an interview with UNICEF executive director Catherine Russell that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 24, 2025.
Transcript: UNICEF executive director Catherine Russell on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 24, 2025
The following is the transcript of an interview with Maryland Gov. Wes Moore that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 24, 2025.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 17, 2025
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Sen. Dan Sullivan join Margaret Brennan.
Transcript: Rep. Jason Crow on "Face the Nation"
The following is the transcript of an interview with Democratic Rep. Jason Crow of Colorado that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 17, 2025.
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The following is the transcript of an interview with Fiona Hill that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 17, 2025.
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The following is the transcript of an interview with Chef José Andrés, founder of World Central Kitchen, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 17, 2025.
Full transcript: Secretary of State Marco Rubio on "Face the Nation"
The following is the full transcript of an interview with Secretary of State Marco Rubio that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 17, 2025.
Transcript: Alaska Sen. Dan Sullivan on "Face the Nation"
The following is the transcript of an interview with Alaska Sen. Dan Sullivan airing on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 17, 2025.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 10, 2025
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Ukrainian Ambassador Oksana Markarova and Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly join Margaret Brennan.
Transcript: Former Surgeon General Dr. Jerome Adams on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 10, 2025
The following is the transcript of an interview with Dr. Jerome Adams, the surgeon general in President Trump's first term, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 10, 2025.
Transcript: Rep. Tony Gonzales on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 10, 2025
The following is the transcript of an interview with Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 10, 2025.
Transcript: Sen. Mark Kelly on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 10, 2025
The following is the transcript of an interview with Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 10, 2025.
Transcript: NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 10, 2025
The following is the transcript of an interview with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 10, 2025.
Transcript: Ukrainian Ambassador Oksana Markarova on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 10, 2025
The following is the transcript of an interview with Oksana Markarova, Ukraine's ambassador to the U.S., that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 10, 2025.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 3. 2025
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and CMS administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz join Margaret Brennan.
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