8/8: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Trump's deadline for Russia to reach a ceasefire with Ukraine arrives without a peace deal; the Trump Administration and the state of federal institutions.
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How a post office job saved a man's life
Stephen Starring Grant, a consultant laid off during the pandemic, found purpose as a mailman in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. Grant shares his story in the new book "Mailman: My Wild Ride Delivering the Mail in Appalachia and Finally Finding Home," and joins "The Takeout" to reflect on his experiences.
The rising threat of AI propaganda
Some experts say false narratives generated by artificial intelligence can pose a threat to global politics. Brett Benson, associate professor of political science at Vanderbilt University, joins "The Takeout" to explain why he believes the era of AI propaganda is here.
Data centers' impact on electricity costs
As the number of energy-intensive data centers needed to power Big Tech rises in the U.S., so are Americans' electricity bills. Ari Peskoe, director of the Electricity Law Initiative at Harvard Law School, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Why Trump's deal with Nvidia, AMD is unusual
Artificial intelligence chipmakers Nvidia and AMD have come to an unusual export agreement with President Trump: Both will pay the U.S. government 15% of revenue generated by sales of select AI chips in China. Toluse Olorunnipa, staff writer for The Atlantic, and Sophia Cai, Politico White House reporter, join "The Takeout" with analysis.
Active oil, gas rigs down in 2nd Trump term
President Trump's pledge to "drill baby drill" during his second term is not playing out in the oil patch or fracking zones, with rig counts down since Inauguration Day, according to energy technology company Baker Hughes. Robert Rapier, editor-in-chief of Shale Magazine, joins "The Takeout" to explain why.
CDC workers speak out on shooting
The gunman in Friday's deadly shooting outside the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention headquarters had become fixated and outspoken against the COVID-19 vaccine, according to what his family told police. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder spoke with some CDC employees about the role medical misinformation played in the shooting.
How Trump takeover could affect D.C. residents
President Trump declared a crime emergency in Washington, D.C., on Monday and announced that the federal government has taken control of the police department. CBS News Department of Justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane explains how the move will impact the city's residents.
Trump says Putin summit is "feel out meeting"
President Trump says Friday's summit with Vladimir Putin in Alaska is a "feel out meeting" to see if the Russian president is ready to make a peace deal with Ukraine. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports.
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Doug Jones on "The Takeout"
Former U.S. Senator Doug Jones speaks on the Supreme Court confirmation process of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson. Jones describes how his past influences the way he currently views the judicial process.
Ambassador Marek Magierowski on "The Takeout"
Marek Magierowski, Polish ambassador to the U.S., speaks in depth about the international law, politics and response surrounding the Russian aggression in Ukraine, as well as other ongoing world conflicts. In 1939, Poland experienced a foreign invasion and received limited international help, he told CBS News' Major Garrett — and now, the country is offering aid to Ukrainian refugees.
David Miliband on "The Takeout"
International Rescue Committee President and CEO David Miliband, a former British foreign secretary, spoke with Major Garrett about the war in Ukraine and the unfolding humanitarian crisis.
CBS News' Robert Costa & Scott MacFarlane on "The Takeout"
CBS News correspondents Robert Costa and Scott MacFarlane join Major Garrett to discuss their reporting on the January 6 riots at the U.S. Capitol and the aftermath. The two break down what they have been seeing from the House committee and how the investigation has panned out so far.
Sen. Mark Warner on "The Takeout"
Sen. Mark Warner, chair of the Senate Intelligence Committee, talked to Major Garrett about the stances of the U.S. and other nations on the war in Ukraine. Warner examines how U.S. intelligence is monitoring Vladimir Putin and how government officials can strengthen the effects of sanctions against Russian leaders.
H.R. McMaster on "The Takeout"
On this week's edition of "The Takeout," H.R. McMaster, CBS News foreign policy and national security contributor, called for the early mitigation of the "humanitarian catastrophe" and the prevention of more deaths and refugees in Ukraine. Once the national security adviser to former President Donald Trump, McMaster told Major Garrett that President Biden and the U.S. should stop revealing where it draws the line in the fight against Russia and Vladimir Putin.
Rep. Mike Quigley on "The Takeout"
Illinois Congressman Mike Quigley, co-chair of the Congressional Ukrainian Caucus, speaks to Major Garrett on what the West can do to alleviate the war in Ukraine. He speaks about the history of foreign policy and conflict within Europe, and sees similarities in the world's current and previous leaders.
EU Ambassador Lambrinidis on "The Takeout"
EU Ambassador to U.S. Stavros Lambrinidis discusses the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the worldwide response on this week's edition of "The Takeout." He tells Major Garrett of his concerns when it comes to Putin's aggression and Europe's history with war and militarization.
"Attica" filmmaker Nelson on "The Takeout"
"Attica" filmmaker Stanley Nelson delves into the events of the deadly 1971 rebellion at a New York prison where inmates demanded civil rights. Nelson, who is writer and co-director with Traci Curry for the documentary, joins Major Garrett on this edition of "The Takeout."
Rep. Colin Allred on "The Takeout"
Texas Democratic Congressman and former NFL player Colin Allred talks with Major Garrett about his journey from the NFL to Capitol Hill, and the upcoming midterm elections, on this week's edition of "The Takeout."
CBS News' Jamie Yuccas on "The Takeout"
CBS News correspondent Jamie Yuccas joins chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett for this week's edition of "The Takeout" to discuss her experiences covering the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing.
Journalist Carl Bernstein on "The Takeout"
Investigative reporter Carl Bernstein joins Major Garrett for this week's episode of "The Takeout" to discusses his new book "Chasing History: A Kid In the Newsroom."
Correspondent Holly Williams on "The Takeout"
CBS News senior foreign correspondent Holly Williams joins Major Garrett this week from Kyiv to discuss the ongoing tensions between Ukraine and Russia.
Hockey star Willie O'Ree on "The Takeout"
Hockey Hall of Famer Willie O'Ree joins Major Garrett for this week's episode of "The Takeout" to discuss being the first Black player in the NHL and the adversity he overcame on and off the ice.
Representative Terri Sewell on "The Takeout"
Representative Terri Sewell joins Major Garrett for this week's edition of "The Takeout" to discuss the future of voting rights in the U.S. and the fallout from the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol.