Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan

This week on Face the Nation, President Trump’s tariff threats rattle allies and adversaries alike, plus, the latest on the administration's immigration crackdown. The administration hopes the tariffs will pressure Canada and Mexico to stop the flow of fentanyl and illegal migrants into the U.S. We ask Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem if it's working, and the latest on the president's mass deportation mission. Kirsten Hillman, Canadian Ambassador to the US also weighs in and breaks down the costs and consequences of the growing trade war. Plus, with just days to go before a possible government shutdown, lawmakers unveil a new bill to avoid it. We hear a bipartisan conversation from the co-chairs of the congressional Problem Solvers Caucus, Pennsylvania Republican Brian Fitzpatrick and New York Democrat Tom Suozzi. Finally, Russia expert Fiona Hill, who served as a top National Security Council official during the first Trump administration, joins us to discuss Trump's diplomatic pivot on Ukraine. 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 latest on the fallout following Friday's Oval Office brawl. The debacle seen, and heard, around the world as the meeting was meant to solidify an alliance between the U.S. and Ukraine, but instead melted down into a shouting match featuring President Trump and Vice President Vance versus Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.  U.S. and Ukrainian officials are in full damage control mode, with European leaders racing to bring both sides back together and move towards a resolution to the war in Ukraine. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent crafted the agreement with Ukraine that fell apart during that meeting. We talk to him about that as well as the Trump administration's plans to help the economy. Arizona Democratic Senator Mark Kelly and Ohio Republican Mike Turner also weigh in on what the path forward for Ukraine looks like. On the eve of a wave of new tariffs from the Trump administration, Michigan Republican Congressman John James tells us how his district could be impacted. Finally, just before President Trump's first formal address to Congress, how do Americans think he's doing when it comes to tackling their priorities? We break down our new CBS polling for the latest.   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

Guests Steve Witkoff, Trump's former top negotiator, discusses the complexities of Middle East peace talks and the delicate balance in Israel-Hamas negotiations. Former FDA commissioner Scott Gottlieb highlights the urgent public health crises, focusing on alarming measles outbreaks and the need to combat vaccine misinformation. They dive into the repercussions of workforce cuts in health agencies and how these changes could affect American health oversight moving forward. Expect a thought-provoking discussion on governance, health, and international diplomacy.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio shares insights on national security and America's role in Europe. Kevin Hassett discusses alarming inflation trends, including the skyrocketing egg prices. Dan Crenshaw reflects on the Munich Security Conference, weighing prospects for a peace deal in Ukraine. They delve into U.S. foreign policy challenges, the geopolitical landscape with Russia, and crucial actions Congress might take to support Ukraine amidst bipartisan tensions. Jamie Raskin also touches on the Justice Department's controversies around corruption allegations.

Michael McCaul, a Texas Republican Congressman and former chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, joins fellow Congress members Ilhan Omar and Bill Hagerty. They dive into President Trump's ongoing policy shifts, the confusion stemming from his bureaucratic overhaul, and its influence on law enforcement and intelligence. The trio discusses the dire need for effective U.S. foreign aid amid humanitarian crises, revealing complexities in managing aid delivery and the potential repercussions of cutting support to vulnerable nations.

This week on Face the Nation, President Trump picks a tariff fight with America's top trade partners, federal workers brace for another tumultuous week and the fallout continues from Mr. Trump blaming diversity policies for the mid-air collision of an Army Black Hawk and a passenger jet. We'll talk with the top Democrat on the Senate Intelligence Committee, Virginia's Mark Warner, Vermont Independent Bernie Sanders...and the Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, Republican Brian Mast. On the good news front, American Keith Siegel has a happy family reunion following his release from Hamas captivity. We'll speak to his niece. 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, we sit down for an exclusive interview with Vice President JD Vance, his first since taking office. You'll hear what the VP has to say about immigration, lowering prices for American consumers, reforming the agency that handles disaster aid, those tech titans supporting Trump, and the pardons of 1,500 people convicted of crimes in the January 6 capitol attack. Plus, House Republican Mike Turner and Democrat Jason Crow react. We hear from our CBS immigration reporter, Camilo Montoya-Galvez, with new updates on the Trump administration’s new deportation actions. 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, hours before America begins its handover of presidential power, we begin with breaking news as the first phase of the Gaza cease-fire deal commences with the return of three Israeli hostages and a Palestinian prisoner swap. Is the cease-fire deal the beginning of a new way forward for peace in the Middle East? We'll talk with a key Biden negotiator of the truce, Brett McGurk. Incoming national security advisor Rep. Mike Waltz weighs in on the immediate national security challenges the new administration faces, including the future of TikTok in the U.S. Then, Republican Senator Lindsey Graham and Democrat Tim Kaine weigh in on Trump’s cabinet picks following the first week of confirmation hearings. Finally, we explore the humanitarian crisis facing the youngest victims of the war in Gaza with Save the Children’s Janti Soeripto. All this 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, Southern California grapples with the devastating fury of extreme wildfires. FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell and California Congresswoman Judy Chu join us to give us the latest on the ground and what threats remain in the region. Next, we preview the week ahead in the Senate as they begin to hear from president-elect Trump's cabinet picks. But do Senate Republicans have the votes to confirm them? Republican Whip Sen. John Barrasso gives us the latest on where Trump’s picks stand. Arizona Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly also weighs in.Finally, former House Speaker Newt Gingrich previews his new project "Journey to America," a PBS documentary profiling several famous immigrants and their contributions to America. We'll talk to him about that and get his thoughts on president-elect Trump's plans for immigration reform. 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

Margaret Brennan speaks with new Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) about his priorities and implementing President-elect Trump's agenda. 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