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Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan

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America’s premier Sunday morning public affairs program. For nearly 70 years, Face the Nation has sought to help audiences understand how current events affect their lives. Today, that mission remains the same. Hear moderator Margaret Brennan’s illuminating and informative interviews with elected officials, policy experts and foreign leaders. Face the Nation airs Sundays at 10:30 AM, ET on the CBS Television Network and at 12 PM, ET on the CBS News Streaming Network. Face the Nation is also available on Paramount+.

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Jul 6, 2026

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Bonus Episode: A Look at the Newest Members of Congress 06.02.2023

This week, Margaret and Face the Nation bring you a full-length conversation between some of Capitol Hill's newest members. We sat down with four freshman Congressmembers to talk about compromise and bipartisanship in a divided Washington, D.C. Our guests for the panel are Reps. Robert Garcia (D-CA), Mike Lawler (R-NY), Summer Lee (D-PA), and Zach Nunn (R-IA).

Up in the Air with Senators Ted Cruz and Cory Booker 05.02.2023

This week, Margaret Brennan sits down with Senators Ted Cruz (R-TX) and Cory Booker (D-NJ) to discuss the Chinese spy balloon that was shot down off the coast of South Carolina, and the potential national security implications of this week's events. Plus: a conversation with Vice Chairman of IBM Gary Cohn and a panel with the newest members of the House of Representatives.

Kevin McCarthy's First Sunday Show Interview as Speaker 29.01.2023

This week, Face the Nation sits down exclusively with Speaker Kevin McCarthy to discuss the debt ceiling and George Santos, plus explores policing in America with Val Demins. Also: A bipartisan interview on the future of U.S. intelligence with Sens. Mark Warner (D-VA) and Marco Rubio (R-FL).

California Shooting Leaves Ten Dead, Ten Wounded 22.01.2023

This week, Face the Nation reports on breaking news from Monterey Park, California after a suspected gunman left ten dead and ten more wounded after firing on a crowd in a "ballroom dance location" shortly after Lunar New Year events ended in the area. The suspected gunman was still on the loose as of Sunday afternoon, with known motive known. Also: Face the Nation interviews Rep. Mike Turner (R-O...

A Debt Ceiling Battle Comes to Washington, Again 19.01.2023

What is the debt ceiling and why does it matter? How would a U.S. default on its debt actually affect the everyday American? Face the Nation Moderator Margaret Brennan discusses that and more with Jason Furman, the former chairman of the Council of Economic Advisers in the Obama administration, now a professor at Harvard University. This conversation was recorded via Twitter Spaces.

Controversy and Scandal Descend Upon Washington 15.01.2023

This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," we examine the scandals roiling Washington, including the discovery of documents marked classified at President Biden's residence and former office and the controversy swirling around newly elected GOP Rep. George Santos, and hear from Reps. Daniel Goldman and Chris Stewart.

Speaker McCarthy's Challenges and Concessions 08.01.2023

"Face the Nation" recaps a hectic week on Captol Hill that resulted in Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) becoming Speaker of the House after making concessions to far-right members of the House GOP. Also, moderator Margaret Brennan speaks with Independent Sen. Angus King of Maine and Ukrainian Ambassador to the United States Oksana Markarova about what else Ukraine needs to fend off the ongoing attacks b...

Economic Outlook and Foreign Policy 01.01.2023

This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," we want to look forward, offering the outlook ahead on the economy, foreign policy, and the environment, taking advantage of at least one quiet Sunday here in Washington before the new Congress convenes later this week.

Predictions for 2023 and Congressman Jamie Raskin 25.12.2022

This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Rep. Jamie Raskin shares lessons learned from the House Jan. 6 committee's investigation. Plus, our annual correspondents roundtable on the news and politics making headlines, and predictions for 2023.

A State of Emergency at the Border 18.12.2022

This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," a Texas border city has declared a state of emergency as officials brace for the end of a pandemic-era rule allowing the expulsion of migrants. We'll talk to two members of Congress from Texas. Plus, Sen. Joe Manchin and Dr. Scott Gottlieb.

High-Stakes Diplomacy between President Biden and Vladimir Putin 11.12.2022

This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," President Biden reaches a deal with Vladimir Putin to free an American, but where does this high-stakes diplomacy lead? We'll speak to Democratic Rep. Adam Schiff of California and the family of another American held in Iran. Plus, JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon, Fiona Hill and Chris Krebs join us.

International Diplomacy with Secretary of State Antony Blinken 04.12.2022

This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," the race to get as much done before the holidays as possible is on here in the nation's capital. International diplomacy has stepped up on several fronts. With continuing protests in Iran, and new challenges when it comes to China, we'll talk to Secretary of State Antony Blinken.

Tough Questions Ahead on Public Health and Public Safety 27.11.2022

This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," the U.S. faces some tough questions on public health — and public safety. Americans are gathering for the holidays, some for the first time in years, but health officials are warning a pandemic-weary populace of the dangers posed by a triple threat of respiratory viruses. We'll talk to Dr. Anthony Fauci about the risk. Plus, Rep. James Clyburn...

Change is Coming to Washington 21.11.2022

This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," change is coming to Washington, but as both parties try to move past the chaos of the 2020 and 2022 campaigns, a certain former president is not on board with that. We'll talk to former Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein, former Vice President Mike Pence, Rep. Zoe Lofgren and more.

Midterm Election Results and Balance of Power in Congress 13.11.2022

This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," five days after the 2022 election, control of the House remains undecided, while Democrats keep their Senate majority. How will this midterm muddle change life for Americans?

Whose Vote Will Have the Most Impact? 08.11.2022

Women, pressured parents and voters seeking to restore Roe v. Wade may have a sizable impact on Election Day. Join "CBS Evening News" anchor & managing editor Norah O'Donnell, "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan and CBS News correspondents Caitlin Huey-Burns, Nikole Killion and Natalie Morales for a special conversation about what’s at stake at the ballot box. This discussion was firs...

The Final Countdown to the Midterm Elections 06.11.2022

This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," the midterm elections are just hours away, and candidates are spending the weekend barnstorming their states with some of the biggest names in politics. Democrats argue democracy is on the line, while Republicans say the party in power is wrecking the economy.

“Don’t Panic”: former CISA Director Chris Krebs talks election threats and disinformation 03.11.2022

With the midterm elections just days away, what are the threats to our election security and how safe is your vote? How do we combat disinformation? Face the Nation Moderator Margaret Brennan talks to CBS News cybersecurity expert and analyst Chris Krebs, about the integrity of our voting process on Twitter Spaces. This conversation was recorded on November 3, 2022.

Defending Democracy 30.10.2022

This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," we now have just 8 days to go until Election Day, and the country is feeling deeply unsettled. Our CBS News Battleground Tracker poll shows that a stunning 79% or nearly 8 in 10 likely voters, say that the country is “out of control.”

How the Final Week of Midterm Campaigning is Shaping Up Around the Country 28.10.2022

How are the final days of campaigning shaping the 2022 midterms? Face the Nation Moderator Margaret Brennan talks to The Cook Political Report’s Amy Walter and Jessica Taylor about the latest headlines surrounding races before Election Day. This conversation was recorded via Twitter Spaces on October 27, 2022.

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and 15 Days to Election Day 23.10.2022

This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," with just 15 days to go until Election Day, both sides are making their closing arguments about why they deserve your vote. We'll talk to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, plus the administration's senior energy security adviser Amos Hochstein about those stubbornly high gas prices.

Republicans favored to have control of the House of Congress 16.10.2022

This week on Face The Nation with Margaret Brennan, our new CBS news Battleground tracker poll shows republicans are still favored to capture the House, with an estimated 224 seat majority. CBS News director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto explains.

Inside the Attempts of Congress to Impeach Trump 14.10.2022

What happened during the two attempts of Congress to impeach former President Donald Trump? Face the Nation Moderator Margaret Brennan explores this question with the authors of “Unchecked,” Rachael Bade of POLITICO and the Washington Post’s Karoun Demirjian. This conversation was recorded via Twitter Spaces on October 14, 2022.

Midterm Elections Heat Up 09.10.2022

This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Major Garrett dives into the Arizona governor's race, one of the most closely watched races in the nation. Plus, new CBS News polls in Michigan, Wisconsin and Arizona.

Hurricane Ian Impact and Remembering Legendary Correspondent Bill Plante 02.10.2022

This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Sen. Rick Scott of Florida, FEMA administrator Deanne Criswell and Fort Myers, Florida, Mayor Kevin Anderson talk about Hurricane Ian's impact. Plus, Margaret Brennan pays tribute to legendary CBS News White House correspondent Bill Plante.

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