Face the Nation
Coverage of Face the Nation in the Nexus archive.
- 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.
- 6/7: Face The Nation
This week's 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan' features Reps. Ro Khanna, Jim Himes, and Don Bacon. A panel on artificial intelligence includes Chris Krebs and Ben Buchanan.
- GOP Rep. Don Bacon says Trump's endorsement of Ken Paxton is Texas was a "mistake"
GOP Rep. Don Bacon stated that President Trump's endorsement of Ken Paxton in the Texas Senate runoff was a 'mistake' and expressed belief that it harmed Trump. The remarks were made during an interview on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan.'
- American journalist speaks out from inside notorious Iranian prison
An Iranian-American journalist held in Iran's Evin Prison made a plea for help in a CBS News-obtained recording, as reported by 'Face the Nation' moderator Margaret Brennan.
- American journalist detained in Iran sounds alarm from prison, pleads for medical help
Iranian-American journalist Reza Valizadeh is detained in Iran's Evin Prison and has made a recorded phone call pleading for the U.S. government to secure medical assistance for him and other detained Americans. Margaret Brennan reports on the situation.
- Zelensky says Russia is training abducted Ukrainian children to fight for Moscow
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky claims Russia is training abducted Ukrainian children to fight for Moscow. He stated in a CBS interview that evidence supports this accusation.
- Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 31, 2026
The May 31, 2026, 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan' broadcast features Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and former Vice President Mike Pence. The transcript includes their participation in the program.
- Zelensky says he hopes Witkoff, Kushner visit Kyiv for talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed hope that White House special envoy Steve Witkoff and President Trump’s son-in-law, Jared Kushner, will visit Kyiv for discussions in the coming weeks. The president made the remarks during an interview on CBS News’s 'Face the Nation.'
- Face the Nation: Pence, McCain
The second half of the 'Face the Nation' show featured Former Vice President Mike Pence and World Food Programme Executive Director Cindy McCain. The article mentions their participation in the program.
- 5/31: Face The Nation
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy provides an update on the war with Russia on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan.' Sen. Chris Wright, Mike Pence, and World Food Programme Executive Director Cindy McCain also participate in the discussion.
- Ukraine bracing for "big attacks" from Russia, Zelenskyy says
Ukraine is preparing for potential large-scale Russian attacks, according to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. He discussed the war's current state with CBS News correspondent Margaret Brennan.
- Zelenskyy says Ukraine is bracing for big attacks from Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned that Ukraine is preparing for potential 'big attacks' from Russia on Friday or Saturday night. He urged citizens to remain cautious, use bomb shelters, and emphasized a high likelihood of attacks.
- Kevin Hassett says "consumer sentiment" should be renamed "political sentiment"
Kevin Hassett, director of the White House National Economic Council, suggested renaming 'consumer sentiment' to 'political sentiment' during a 'Face the Nation' interview, arguing it is influenced more by political factors than consumer behavior. This statement came as the Dow Jones reached a record high while consumer sentiment hit a historic low.
- 5/24: Face The Nation
This week's 'Face the Nation' discusses President Trump's claim of a largely negotiated Iran peace deal, with reporting from Tel Aviv and analysis from Sen. Chris Van Hollen. The show also honors Memorial Day with appearances by Medal of Honor recipients Lt. Col. William Swenson and Command Sergeant Major Matthew Williams.
- Face the Nation: Hassett, Birx, Swenson and Williams
The news segment 'Face the Nation' featured White House National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett, Dr. Deborah Birx, and Medal of Honor recipients retired Army Lt. Col. William Swenson and retired Army Command Sergeant Major Matthew Williams. The article notes the second half of the show included these key figures.
- Transcript: Dr. Deborah Birx on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 24, 2026
Dr. Deborah Birx participated in an interview on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan' on May 24, 2026, discussing public health and pandemic response strategies.
- CBS News poll finds many voice frustration with Trump's economic approach
A CBS News poll finds most Americans are stressed about finances and frustrated by President Trump's economic approach. The poll was discussed on Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan. Many voice frustration with Trump's economic policies.
- Transcript: Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick and Tom Suozzi on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 17, 2026
Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick and Tom Suozzi were interviewed on Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan on May 17, 2026. The interview featured discussions from a Republican and Democrat perspective. The transcript of the interview is available.
- Transcript: U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 17, 2026
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer was interviewed on Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan on May 17, 2026. The interview aired on the show and a transcript is available. No specific trade topics were mentioned in the provided information.
- Transcript: U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 17, 2026
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer was interviewed on Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan. The interview aired on May 17, 2026. The transcript of the interview is available.
- "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" guests for May 17, 2026
The guests on Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan for May 17, 2026 include U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, Taiwan's representative to the U.S. Alexander Yui, and former Defense Secretary Robert Gates. They will discuss various topics. The show features prominent figures in politics and international relations.