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CBS News’ Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan is 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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The TV version of the Face the Nation on the Radio podcast has covered the day's biggest news stories since 1954. Host Margaret Brennan continues the CBS News tradition every Sunday morning. Listeners can hear audio from the program on demand after it's posted a short time after airing. Each podcast lasts around 45 minutes.

Face the Nation is a must-visit on politicians' Sunday talk show circuit. It features Brennan discussing the most consequential news with officials and experts. Brennan presses hard on individuals from all parts of the political spectrum.

Bonus episodes are a great reason to subscribe to the podcast version of Face the Nation. They often feature full interviews and timely special reports. Global happenings and election coverage inspire bonus material too. For instance, Brennan questioned local correspondents from key states during midterm elections. Producers published those segments as stand-alone podcasts every Friday.

Margaret Brennan took over hosting duties for the show in 2018. She is the tenth moderator of the program. She succeeds CBS greats such as George Herman, Lesley Stahl, and Bob Schieffer. Brennan often fills in as host of CBS Evening News and serves as the network's chief foreign affairs correspondent. Face the Nation on the Radio keeps listeners updated with the most pressing news.

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Margaret Brennan and the Face the Nation team bring you insight and detail into the tectonic shifts underway in the US and around the globe including how the pandemic fallout and recovery affect you and your family. Check out our new podcast Facing Forward. Margaret will be talking with key economic and political leaders, corporate players, and influencers reshaping America and the world. Subscribe to Facing Forward on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Sen. Warner, Rep. Cole, Sen. Sullivan, Gov. Shapiro, and more.

Sen. Warner, Rep. Cole, Sen. Sullivan, Gov. Shapiro, and more.

This week on Face the Nation, the House passes a massive aid package with tens of billions of dollars for Ukraine and Israel. We talk with Senate Intelligence Chair Mark Warner. Plus we hear from Republican Congressman Tom Cole and Senator Dan Sullivan about all this and more. As former President Trump prepares for opening statements in the New York hush money trial, President Biden spent 3 days in Pennsylvania. We talk with that state's democratic governor, Josh Shapiro. And finally, we sit down with The New York Times’ White House and national security correspondent David Sanger to discuss his book, “New Cold Wars.”See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

NSC Advisor Kirby, Chair Mike McCaul, General McKenzie, and more

NSC Advisor Kirby, Chair Mike McCaul, General McKenzie, and more

This week on Face the Nation, following Iran’s retaliatory attack on Israel, we get the latest on the widening crisis in the Middle East from NSC Advisor John Kirby. We ask Chair Michael McCaul what this means for passing the foreign aid package. Following Iran’s first attack against Israel, we ask General Frank McKenzie what is next for the region. CBS News National Security Contributor Samantha Vinograd answers our questions about the crisis in the Middle East. As for the Arizona Supreme Court’s abortion ruling, we hear from Senator Mark Kelly. We talk with IMF Director Kristalina Georgieva about the effects of regional crisis on oil prices and possible seizing of Russian assets to fund Ukraine.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

NSC Advisor Kirby, Sen. Van Hollen, Rep. Hill, and more.

NSC Advisor Kirby, Sen. Van Hollen, Rep. Hill, and more.

This week on Face the Nation, following the IDF’s decision to pull out of southern Gaza, we sit down with NSC Advisor John Kirby. The outrage following the killing of seven World Central Kitchen humanitarian aid workers by the IDF, we ask Maryland Democrat Chris Van Hollen the latest. We also look at the enormous toll of this war on humanitarian aid workers and children in the Israel-Hamas war with Avril Benoit of Doctors Without Borders and Save the Children President Janti Soeripto. Next, we hear from Rep. French Hill on House efforts to pass foreign aid. Plus, we get the latest on the cleanup efforts of the Key Bridge from Maryland Governor Wes Moore. And finally, as negotiations to release the Hamas-held hostages restart in Cairo, we talk with Rachel Goldberg-Polin, her son Hersh was captured six months ago.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Transportation Sec. Buttigieg, Chair Turner, Baltimore Mayor Scott, and more.

Transportation Sec. Buttigieg, Chair Turner, Baltimore Mayor Scott, and more.

This week on Face the Nation, following the sudden and deadly collapse of the Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, we ask Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott about the nation's roads and airports ahead of the travel surge this spring. As foreign aid package is stuck in the House, we get the latest from House Intelligence Committee Chair Michael Turner. Plus, talk with World Food Program Executive Director Cindy McCain about the dire hunger crisis in Gaza. Finally, we hear from two faith leaders on the power of hope.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chair Mike McCaul, former Speaker Kevin McCarthy, Sen. Raphael Warnock, and more.

Chair Mike McCaul, former Speaker Kevin McCarthy, Sen. Raphael Warnock, and more.

This week on Face the Nation, following the terrorist attack in Moscow, US officials say ISIS-K is solely to blame. We hear from the Chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, Michael McCaul. We ask former Speaker Kevin McCarthy how Republicans can resolve their internal divisions and his support for President Trump. We talk to Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock about President Biden’s campaign for a second presidential term. Plus, we talk to CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoyo-Galvez about the increased tensions at the US-Mexico border. Finally, we get the latest on the resurgence of ISIS-K and the radical group’s threat to national security from Samantha Vinograd.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Former Vice President Mike Pence, heads of the House China Committee Rep. Gallagher and Rep. Krishnamoorthi, UNICEF head Catherine Russell & more

Former Vice President Mike Pence, heads of the House China Committee Rep. Gallagher and Rep. Krishnamoorthi, UNICEF head Catherine Russell & more

This week on Face the Nation, we’ll talk to the heads of the House China Committee Rep. Gallagher and Rep. Krishnamoorthi about the push for a bipartisan bill to force TikTok to divest from their parent company. We’ll also hear from Kara Swisher about what this could mean for TikTok’s 170 million users in the U.S. We’ll talk with Democratic Sen. Chris Van Hollen, who’s pushing for tighter control on aid to Israel. We’ll also talk to the head of UNICEF about the dire situation facing millions of the world’s children. Plus – one year after his public split with the former President over January 6th, we’ll sit down with Mike Pence, who said this week he will not endorse Trump’s bid for reelection. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Full interview with Senator Mark Warner and Senator Marco Rubio on "Face the Nation," March 10, 2024

Full interview with Senator Mark Warner and Senator Marco Rubio on "Face the Nation," March 10, 2024

Listen to Margaret Brennan's extended interview with Senator Mark Warner (D-VA) and Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) on March 10, 2024. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

House Intelligence Chairs Warner and Rubio, Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Sen. Bernie Sanders & more

House Intelligence Chairs Warner and Rubio, Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Sen. Bernie Sanders & more

This week on Face the Nation, we ask Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders about the prospects of a six-week ceasefire in the Middle East. Senate Intelligence Committee Chairs, Sen. Mark Warner and Sen. Marco Rubio join us to discuss the worldwide threats facing America. We’ll also hear from House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries about progress in the Senate for national security provisions. Plus – we talk to Gary Cohn, a former Trump economic advisor about Americans' assessment of the economy.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, Rep. Ro Khanna, ATF Director Steve Dettelbach & more

Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, Rep. Ro Khanna, ATF Director Steve Dettelbach & more

This week on Face the Nation, we ask Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas what Congress and President Biden can do to secure the border. With the growing U.S. sentiment for Israel to curb their military action, we'll talk to Biden surrogate and California Congressman Ro Khanna. We’ll also hear from the House Intelligence Committee Chairman Mike Turner, and Alaska GOP Senator Dan Sullivan about their push for foreign aid to Ukraine and Israel. Finally, we talk to ATF Director Steve Dettelbach about guns in America, and why new technology might require new solutions.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, Ukrainian Ambassador Markarova, Rep. Debbie Dingell & more.

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, Ukrainian Ambassador Markarova, Rep. Debbie Dingell & more.

This week on Face the Nation, we speak to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu about the ongoing war with Hamas. We'll also talk to Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI), about how President Biden’s support of Israel is faring in Michigan. As the war in Ukraine enters its third year, we'll talk to Ukrainian ambassador to the U.S. Oksana Markarova. We’ll also hear from Rep. Fitzpatrick (R-PA) and Rep. Golden (D-ME) about their new push for a vote on critical foreign aid to support America’s allies. Former Senior Trump administration official Fiona Hill analyzes the former President’s rhetoric on Russia. Plus – Donald Trump trounced Nikki Haley in the South Carolina primary. Robert Costa tells us what’s next for the Haley campaign.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

South Carolina Senators Lindsey Graham and Tim Scott, Rep. Jim Clyburn & a presidential legacy panel

South Carolina Senators Lindsey Graham and Tim Scott, Rep. Jim Clyburn & a presidential legacy panel

This week on Face the Nation…We'll hear from both of South Carolina's Republican senators – Tim Scott and Lindsey Graham - about their recent trip to the U.S.-Mexico border, and how the death of Putin critic Alexei Navalny will impact the push to aid Ukraine. South Carolina Democrat Jim Clyburn, who was key to Joe Biden's 2020 primary win, gives us his view on President Biden’s reelection efforts. We’ll also talk to CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman about former President Trump’s ongoing legal challenges. Plus -- on this President's Day Weekend, we have a discussion on leadership, character, and American values.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nikki Haley, Bob Bauer, Sen. Chris Murphy & more

Nikki Haley, Bob Bauer, Sen. Chris Murphy & more

This week on Face the Nation, we talk to President Biden’s personal attorney Bob Bauer about the special counsel Robert Hur’s investigation into Biden’s mishandling of classified documents. Republican presidential contender Nikki Haley joins us to make her case for mental competency tests for both Biden and Trump. As Israel prepares to invade southern Gaza, we check in with Connecticut Senator Chris Murphy, who is trying to get aid to Israel and Ukraine through Congress. Plus – as America gets ready for Super Bowl LVIII, our very own James Brown talks to us about the state of the NFL.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan, House Intelligence Committee chairs & more

Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan, House Intelligence Committee chairs & more

This week on Face the Nation, we speak exclusively to Arizona’s independent senator Kyrsten Sinema in a rare television interview. She makes her case for a bipartisan immigration and border security bill and gives us the details of the Senate proposal. We hear from White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan as the U.S. retaliates following last week’s attack on an American military base in Jordan. We also talk with the former head of Central Command General Frank McKenzie, who previously oversaw U.S. forces in the region. Plus, the heads of the House Intelligence Committee Ohio Republican Mike Turner and Connecticut Democrat Jim Himes tell us about the ongoing U.S. presence in the Middle East.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sen. Lankford, Sen. Kaine, UAW President Shawn Fain & more

Sen. Lankford, Sen. Kaine, UAW President Shawn Fain & more

This week on Face the Nation, we speak to Sen. Jim Lankford (R-OK) and Sen. Time Kaine (D-VA), as lawmakers rush to finalize a bipartisan deal and secure the southern border. White House envoy Amos Hochstein joins us in studio to discuss diplomacy in the Middle East; CBS News reporter Charlie D’Agata tells us about his experience reporting in the region. Save the Children CEO Janti Soeripto gives us an update on the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. United Auto Workers (UAW) President Shawn Fain tells us what’s next after his union finally endorsed President Biden last week. Plus: CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez joins us from Eagle Pass, Texas to discuss the crisis at the southern border.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

New Hampshire Primary Preview, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, Former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley & more

New Hampshire Primary Preview, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, Former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley & more

This week on Face the Nation, we go to Michigan to speak with Gov. Gretchen Whitmer about the 2024 presidential race and Biden’s handling of reproductive rights. With the polls opening in New Hampshire this week, we ask former U.N. ambassador Nikki Haley about the state of the Republican race. On the anniversary weekend of the Roe v. Wade decision, we talk to Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders about abortion access in her state and her tenure as the nation’s youngest governor. Plus – we talk to Michigan voters who will play a key role in the 2024 election.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Iowa Caucuses Preview, White House National Security Council Coordinator John Kirby, Sen . Joe Machin & more

Iowa Caucuses Preview, White House National Security Council Coordinator John Kirby, Sen . Joe Machin & more

This week on Face the Nation, it’s Iowa Caucus Eve, but the traditional presidential campaign kickoff this year is anything but. In 2024, the starting line on the road to the Republican nomination is an icy one with subzero wind chill temperatures predicted for Monday’s Iowa Caucuses. But with the once robust GOP field shrinking, few candidates are still committed. We'll have some striking insights into voters’ thoughts on the frontrunner’s rhetoric and his policies. We’ll have expert analysis from our CBS News political correspondents and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report. We'll talk to GOP presidential contender and former Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson about his ongoing campaign and New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu on the momentum behind his preferred candidate, former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley. West Virginia Democrat Joe Manchin also joins us. Finally, White House National Security Council coordinator John Kirby about the escalation of tensions in the Middle East and the growing controversy over Defense Secretary Lloyd's Austin's secret hospitalization.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

House Speaker Mike Johnson, Gov. Ron DeSantis, Liz Cheney & more.

House Speaker Mike Johnson, Gov. Ron DeSantis, Liz Cheney & more.

This week on Face the Nation, we traveled to the U.S.-Mexico border for a firsthand look at what a growing number of Americans are calling a “crisis.” We share our conversation with the new Speaker of the House Mike Johnson at the border. As the Iowa caucuses approach, Republican presidential candidate Gov. Ron DeSantis shares his vision for how he would handle the border if elected. On the third anniversary of the January 6 attack on the Capitol, Liz Cheney reflects on that day and the current state of the Republican party. Plus - Sen. Chris Van Hollen joins us live from Amman, Jordan where he tells us about his visit to the Middle East. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Crisis at the US Southern Border

Crisis at the US Southern Border

This week on Face the Nation- at year’s end America's immigration system is in crisis. Will 2024 finally bring some solutions? Meanwhile, bipartisan negotiators in the Senate are struggling to strike a deal that might overhaul immigration laws for the first time in nearly 40 years. We check in with a top Republican negotiator, Sen. Lindsey Graham. And we'll hear from two Democratic mayors who say the influx of migrants has brought their cities to a breaking point. With just over two weeks until voters begin to choose the Republican nominee, the candidates are furiously trying to topple frontrunner Donald Trump. But is Trump's own candidacy in jeopardy as two states seek to disqualify him citing his role in the attack on the US Capitol on January 6th? In just 9 days, an appeals court will consider Trump’s claim of presidential immunity. We get the latest from election law expert David Becker.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Predictions for 2024: Correspondents Weigh In

Predictions for 2024: Correspondents Weigh In

This week on Face the Nation, we look ahead to 2024 with our year-end correspondent roundtables as we enter a consequential election year and as Congress’ to-do list grows. Plus, a reflection on political upheaval and global crisis during 2023. Finally, we discuss the good news from the past 12 months as the year comes to a close.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

New 2024 Polling, Chris Christie, Sen. Chris Coons & more

New 2024 Polling, Chris Christie, Sen. Chris Coons & more

This week on Face the Nation, a new CBS News survey of voters in Iowa and New Hampshire shows a ray of hope for Republicans who want to deny Donald Trump the GOP nomination. We talk with former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, then turn to efforts being made on an immigration deal that could help free up funding to Ukraine and Israel. Rep. Tony Gonzales, Sen. Chris Coons and Ukraine's Ambassador to the US Oksana Markarova join us. Plus, the year-end forecast from the Federal Reserve might actually make Americans feel better about the economy going into 2024.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.