Face the Nation
Coverage of Face the Nation in the Nexus archive.
- Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 2, 2026
The August 2, 2026 episode of 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan' features Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly and Republican Rep. Mike Turner as guests. The broadcast includes a discussion with the two lawmakers.
- Face the Nation: Delangue, Manchin
Hugging Face CEO Clement Delangue, independent former Sen. Joe Manchin, and his daughter Heather Manchin joined the show 'Face the Nation'. The article mentions that the second half of the show was missed by some viewers.
- Transcript: Sen. Mark Kelly on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 2, 2026
The article provides the transcript of an interview with Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan' on Aug. 2, 2026. The interview focuses on political topics and Kelly's perspectives.
- GOP Sen. John Kennedy warns John Thune ‘being too cautious’ as Trump agenda hangs in the balance
Sen. John Kennedy warned John Thune about being too cautious as the Trump agenda's future remains uncertain. Kennedy made the comment during an interview with CBS News' 'Face The Nation'.
- ‘Not standard’ for Taylor Farms to ask White House to delay cyclospora recall, ex-FDA head says
Former Food and Drug Administration commissioner Scott Gottlieb stated it was 'not standard operating procedure' for Taylor Farms to request the White House to delay a recall announcement related to a cyclospora outbreak. The report by the Wall Street Journal details Taylor Farms' attempt to delay the recall while investigators linked the company to the outbreak.
- Sen. Kennedy says Trump likes daily strikes on Iran: ‘Sometimes you have to kill a few chickens to scare the monkeys’
Senator Kennedy stated that President Trump supports daily strikes on Iran, suggesting the strategy 'kills a few chickens to scare the monkeys.' He also recommended continuing a blockade to 'starve them out' during an interview on CBS's 'Face the Nation.'
- Transcript: Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 26, 2026
Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders, an Independent, participated in an interview on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan' on July 26, 2026. The transcript provides the full text of the interview.
- Transcript: Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 26, 2026
The article provides a transcript of an interview with Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders, an Independent, which aired on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan' on July 26, 2026.
- Sanders says he does not regret supporting Graham Platner in Maine Senate race
Sen. Bernie Sanders stated he does not regret supporting Graham Platner in the Maine Senate race despite accusations of sexual assault from a former girlfriend that led Platner to withdraw his candidacy. The issue was discussed on CBS News’ 'Face the Nation' with Margaret Brennan.
- Transcript: Louisiana Sen. John Kennedy on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 26, 2026
Louisiana Sen. John Kennedy participated in an interview on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan' on July 26, 2026. The transcript details his discussion during the program.
- Transcript: U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Mike Waltz on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 26, 2026
The transcript of an interview with U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz appears in the July 26, 2026 episode of 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan.' The content provides the text of the interview but does not include specific details about the discussion.
- Face the Nation: Waltz, Kennedy, Gottlieb
U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Mike Waltz, Senator John Kennedy, and former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb joined the show 'Face the Nation.' The article mentions their participation in the second half of the program.
- Face the Nation: Hochul, Homan, Moynihan
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, White House border czar Tom Homan, and Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan joined the 'Face the Nation' show.
- Lindsey Graham through the years on "Face the Nation"
Sen. Lindsey Graham appeared on 'Face the Nation' nearly 100 times over 28 years. The article highlights his fiery and passionate delivery during these appearances.
- Face the Nation: Emanuel, Turner, McKenzie
Rahm Emanuel, Rep. Mike Turner, and retired Gen. Frank McKenzie appeared on Face the Nation. The segment covered their participation in the show's second half.
- Shortly before Lindsey Graham's death, he was hopeful about new Russia sanctions bill
Sen. Lindsey Graham expressed excitement about new progress on a bipartisan bill to boost sanctions on Russia by targeting buyers of its oil, one day before his death.
- Retired Gen. Frank McKenzie on the Trump administration's options with Iran
Retired Gen. Frank McKenzie, former head of U.S. Central Command, stated on 'Face the Nation' that the U.S. could take control of the Strait of Hormuz or Iran's Kharg Island oil terminal to pressure Iran. He emphasized that direct, existential pressure is needed to gain concessions from Iran as the U.S. and Iran exchange strikes.
- Rahm Emanuel weighs in on the future of the U.S.-Israel relationship
Rahm Emanuel discussed his proposed '23-state solution' during an appearance on 'Face the Nation,' aiming to prevent Israel from becoming a pariah. The plan includes Israel, the Palestinians, and Arab states.
- Sen. Tim Scott on Lindsey Graham's death: "America certainly has lost a statesman"
Sen. Tim Scott remembered fellow South Carolina lawmaker Lindsey Graham on 'Face the Nation,' highlighting his sense of humor, role as a 'fierce fighter on foreign policy,' and efforts in 'building bridges,' including with President Trump.
- Open: This is "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 12, 2026
The episode of 'Face the Nation' on July 12, 2026, features Sen. Tim Scott discussing the death of Lindsey Graham, a prominent Senate figure. Retired Gen. Frank McKenzie and Israeli Ambassador Michael Leiter analyze recent U.S. and Iranian strikes, while former White House chief of staff Rahm Emanuel discusses the U.S.-Israel relationship.
- 7/5: Face The Nation
This week's 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan' features Ed O'Keefe discussing with NCAA President Charlie Baker, and Reps. Adriano Espaillat and Carlos Gimenez addressing immigration and their American stories.
- 7/5: Face The Nation
On 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan,' Ed O'Keefe interviews NCAA President Charlie Baker. Representatives Adriano Espaillat and Carlos Gimenez discuss immigration and their American stories.
- Face the Nation: Baker, Houry
NCAA President Charlie Baker and former CDC medical officer Dr. Debra Houry joined Face the Nation. The second half of the show was missed by viewers.
- Rep. Carlos Gimenez on coming to America: "The opportunity to live in a land of freedom"
Reps. Carlos Gimenez and Adriano Espaillat, immigrants and naturalized American citizens, discussed immigration and their families' experiences becoming citizens on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan.' Gimenez highlighted America as 'a land of freedom.'
- Former CDC chief medical officer Debra Houry discusses her resignation over RFK Jr.'s policies
Debra Houry resigned in protest after Robert F. Kennedy Jr. fired Susan Monarez. The resignation was discussed in an interview with Margaret Brennan on CBS News.
- Face the Nation: Kaine, Cassidy, Crawford
The second half of the 'Face the Nation' show features Sens. Tim Kaine and Bill Cassidy along with CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford. The segment is available for those who missed it.
- Cassidy criticizes Hegseth after flu outbreak at Texas Air Force base
Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.) criticized Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth after an influenza outbreak at an Air Force base in Texas. Cassidy, a licensed gastroenterologist and chair of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, made the comments on CBS News’s 'Face the Nation'.
- Bill Cassidy accuses Trump of treating Congress as ‘merely an appendage’
Bill Cassidy accuses Trump of treating Congress as an appendage in handling the Iran war. Cassidy criticized Trump during a CBS News interview for failing to brief Congress on hostilities with Tehran, marking a rare instance of a Republican politician challenging Trump.
- Bill Cassidy accuses Trump of treating Congress as ‘merely an appendage’
Bill Cassidy accused Donald Trump of treating Congress as 'merely an appendage' in handling the Iran war, citing a failure to brief Congress on hostilities with Tehran. The criticism occurred during a CBS News interview and a Capitol Hill lunch, marking a rare instance of a Republican politician directly rebuking Trump.
- Full Interview: Sen. Bill Cassidy
The article references a full interview with Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy conducted by Margaret Brennan, with a portion airing on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan' on June 28, 2026.
- 6/21: Face The Nation
The U.S. and Iran are launching diplomatic talks, and U.N. Ambassador Mike Waltz, Sen. Lindsey Graham, and Rep. Jason Crow will appear on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan'.
- Graham on Iran deal: ‘I think it’s going to fail’
Sen. Lindsey Graham expressed skepticism about the U.S.-Iran tentative deal, stating he believes it will fail. He argued that without a diplomatic path through the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), alternatives like war or coercion may be necessary.
- CBS News poll finds most Americans want Iran war to end but don't think U.S. got better end of deal
A CBS News poll reveals most Americans want the Iran war to end, but few believe the U.S. achieved a favorable outcome. The findings were discussed by CBS News Executive Director of Elections and Surveys Anthony Salvanto on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan.'
- Face the Nation: Warner, Kelly, Cohn
The second half of Face the Nation featured Senators Mark Kelly and Mark Warner, along with IBM vice chairman Gary Cohn. The segment covered their participation in the show's discussion.
- Sen. Mark Kelly says "of course we have a munitions issue" despite Hegseth denial
Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly stated there is a munitions issue amid the Iran war, countering Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's denial. Kelly explained that attacking over 10,000 targets with cruise missiles, ballistic missiles, and bombs consumes significant munitions, which are not limitless.
- Transcript: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," June 14, 2026
The transcript of the interview with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan' aired on June 14, 2026. The interview provides the text of the discussion between Hegseth and Margaret Brennan.
- Lawmakers fear Bill Pulte's political motives amid appointment as acting intelligence chief
Lawmakers express concerns about Bill Pulte's political motives following his appointment as acting director of national intelligence by President Trump. Connecticut Rep. Jim Himes described the appointment as 'most dangerous' during an interview with CBS News.
- Platner-backer Ro Khanna insists there's 'no evidence of violence' in newest allegations
Rep. Ro Khanna defended Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner against New York Times allegations of toxic behavior, stating there was 'no evidence of violence.' Khanna acknowledged verbal intimidation but emphasized Platner's accountability and support for his economic policies. Accusations include Platner allegedly pulling an ex-girlfriend from a taxi and pushing her into a bedroom, alongside prior controversies like a Nazi-symbol tattoo and explicit messages to married women.
- Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," June 7, 2026
The 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan' broadcast on June 7, 2026, features Reps. Ro Khanna and Don Bacon joining Margaret Brennan. The episode includes a discussion with the two representatives.
- 6/7: Face The Nation
This week on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan,' Reps. Ro Khanna, Jim Himes, and Don Bacon join the show. A panel on artificial intelligence featuring Chris Krebs and Ben Buchanan is also included.