Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, a seasoned diplomat, shares his insights on the Crimea situation, declaring it a 'done deal.' He discusses Russia's military operations in Ukraine, emphasizing their limited objectives. Lavrov highlights the complexities of ceasefire negotiations with the U.S., while stressing the importance of dialogue amidst sanctions and differing perspectives. The conversation also touches on the potential for arms control discussions and the significance of trust-building in the strained U.S.-Russia relationship.

This week on Face the Nation, as Trump 2.0 nears the 100 day mark, what do Americans think of the job he's doing? As the impact of those changes are now being felt from coast to coast, what kind of progress report is America giving President Trump on the issues that got him elected, like the economy and border security?  We'll check in with the first term head of Trump's national economic council Gary Cohn and the administration's point person on immigration, Border Czar Tom Homan.   Plus, what about Trump's campaign promise to end the war in Ukraine on day one?  Mr. Trump has been pushing hard for a cease fire, but he's frustrated with the pace of negotiations and the parties involved.  In a rare interview, we talked with Russian foreign minister Sergey Lavrov who gave us some insights from the Kremlin.  Finally, as embattled Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth continues the fight to keep his job, Democratic Senator Jeanne Shaheen weighs in on the impact of the chaos at the Pentagon.   It's all just ahead on Face the Nation. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Face the Nation, the Trump's administration's showdown with the courts over deportations, and a closer look at Trump's agenda on education, environmental policy and more. In a rare overnight ruling, Supreme Court justices blocked the Trump administration's plans to deport a group of Venezuelans held at a detention facility in Texas. Trump also deported Kilmar Abrego Garcia -- a Maryland resident who officials admit was expelled by mistake. Senator Chris Van Hollen is just back from visiting Abrego Garcia in El Salvador, we ask him what's next. Then, Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Russia is violating its own "Easter truce." And as President Trump signals the U.S. may walk away from its push for peace negotiations, we check in with Pennsylvania Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick, who's just back from a trip to Ukraine's front line. Plus, we talk with Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey about her state's fight with Washington over higher education and more. And Chicago Federal Reserve President Austan Goolsbee joins us with an update on the economy. Finally, ahead of Earth Day, we hear from the administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, Lee Zeldin. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

An extended version of Margaret Brennan's full interview with Dr. Peter Marks, the former head of FDA's Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research, a portion of which aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on April 13, 2025.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Neel Kashkari, President of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, shares insights on the economic ramifications of the U.S.-China trade war, discussing market volatility and the balance of inflation control. Congressman Ro Khanna voices the tech sector's concerns on trade policies affecting Silicon Valley. U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer delves into the complexities of current tariffs, emphasizing the need for strategic economic approaches. The conversation also touches on public sentiment around Trump's economic handling and a crucial update on the measles outbreak.

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte joins Face the Nation to discuss the Trump administration's new tariff policy, the threat of Russia and China's military growth, and the future of the NATO alliance. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Face the Nation, President Trump’s tariffs upend the global economy, sending stock markets reeling and allies fuming. How long will they last and what should the markets be bracing for? We get the latest from Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick. We check in with Wyoming Senator and Republican Whip John Barrasso on how Congressional Republicans plan to implement the president’s proposed sweeping tax cuts. House Republican Don Bacon and Democratic Senator Maria Cantwell also join us; they want Congress to reclaim its authority over trade policy. Then, as the administration continues talks with Russia for a possible peace deal in Ukraine, we ask NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte what the budding relationship could mean for the future of the western alliance. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Shawn Fain, the President of the United Automobile Workers Union, joins Face the Nation to discuss the Trump administration’s new auto tariffs and the challenges facing organized labor. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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This week on Face the Nation, as the backlash over the Trump administration's deportation of alleged Venezuelan gang members grows, we talk to White House National Security Adviser Mike Waltz, the head of the Senate Homeland Security Committee Kentucky Republican Rand Paul, and the top Democrat on the House Intelligence Committee Connecticut's Jim Himes. Plus, measle cases have now been reported in 18 states. We consult with former FDA commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb about that and the impact of the Trump administration's cuts to medical research. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices