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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... more

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This week on Face the Nation, mindful of the upcoming midterm elections, the Trump administration moderates its tone on deportations while ramping up efforts to undermine confidence in our election process. With Congressional efforts to agree on refo... more

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An exclusive interview with Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Corina Machado.

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This week on 'Face the Nation,' an exclusive interview with Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado.

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María Corina Machado
Venezuelan opposition leader
Episode: Extended Interview: Venezuelan Opposition Leader María Corina Machado
Kirsten Hillman
Canada's ambassador to the United States
Government of Canada
Episode: Canadian Ambassador Kirsten Hillman [Extended Interview]
Jacob Frey
Mayor of Minneapolis
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Episode: DHS Secretary Kristi Noem, Mayor Jacob Frey, Senator Mark Warner, Rep. Mike Turner
Chris Wright
United States Secretary of Energy
U.S. Department of Energy
Episode: Energy Secretary Chris Wright, Rep. Ilhan Omar, Sen. Tim Kaine, Rep. María Elvira Salazar
María Elvira Salazar
Florida Republican Congresswoman
U.S. House of Representatives
Episode: Energy Secretary Chris Wright, Rep. Ilhan Omar, Sen. Tim Kaine, Rep. María Elvira Salazar
Brian Moynihan
Chairman and CEO of Bank of America
Bank of America
Episode: Brian Moynihan [Extended Interview]
Ilhan Omar
Democratic Congresswoman from Minnesota
U.S. House of Representatives
Episode: Secretary Scott Bessent, Rep. Ilhan Omar, Rep. Jim Himes, Dr. Scott Gottlieb
Jim Himes
Top Democrat on the House Intelligence Committee
U.S. House of Representatives
Episode: Secretary Scott Bessent, Rep. Ilhan Omar, Rep. Jim Himes, Dr. Scott Gottlieb
Scott Gottlieb
Former FDA Commissioner
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Episode: Secretary Scott Bessent, Rep. Ilhan Omar, Rep. Jim Himes, Dr. Scott Gottlieb

Host

Margaret Brennan
Host of Face the Nation, known for her illuminating and informative interviews with elected officials, policy experts, and foreign leaders.

Reviews

3.6 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Authoritarian-Aligned

    Sad what happened to a once good program at a once good network. I started watching back in the Dickerson days. Now part of the CBS propaganda machine.

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    Peter Jarka-Sellers
    United Statesa month ago
  • Bari Weiss

    Send her to El Salvador-CECOT. People in power who do bad things deserve to face the harshest consequences.

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    1
    Fatty2820
    United Statesa month ago
  • Cold Syrup Slowly Matriculating Downhill

    If you read/watch the news during the week, this show is now a truncated version of that. No critical thinking required. Save money and have AI ask the pols questions.

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    2
    keyshawn_irvin
    United States2 months ago
  • Epic failure

    The Bai Weiss Era put the final nail in the coffin. Boldface propaganda & kneeling to Senile Satan, should have PARODY permanently displayed on anything CBS labels "news."

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    PAyscue
    United States2 months ago
  • WtF has happened ?

    Brennan basically reading out Project 2025 talking points these days .

    Do Not Trust CBS News in any form now Weiss is in charge

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    mnytdvloddem
    Australia2 months ago

Listeners Say

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Overall, the show is appreciated for its informative nature, despite varying opinions on the hosts' approaches to controversial topics.
Margaret Brennan is celebrated for her intelligent interviewing style, allowing guests to express their opinions while providing insightful follow-up questions.
The podcast is recognized for providing thorough coverage of pressing political issues, though some listeners critique it for a lack of balance in perspectives.
Many listeners express disappointment with perceived biases in political discussions, feeling there's insufficient pushback against unchallenged statements.

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#123
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#81
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#243
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#210
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#20
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Canadian Ambassador Kirsten Hillman [Extended Interview]
Q: What does a remark like that do to people at home?
Canadians know the sacrifices their armed forces have made, which strengthens the relationship with the US regardless of political statements.
Canadian Ambassador Kirsten Hillman [Extended Interview]
Q: Do you think there's a bilateral trade deal here? Is that what the Trump administration is going for rather than the three-way deal?
There are advantages to maintaining a trilateral agreement for efficiency, but Canada will adapt based on what is best for its constituents.
Canadian Ambassador Kirsten Hillman [Extended Interview]
Q: Is this kind of public snub interfering in the relationship?
The relationship is being challenged, but Canada will always promote peace and stability and will work with allies.
María Corina Machado, Rep. Mike McCaul, Gary Cohn
Q: What do you expect from Kevin Warsh as the next chairman of the Federal Reserve?
He is highly qualified, will revert the Fed back to traditional norms, and focus on interest rate policies.
María Corina Machado, Rep. Mike McCaul, Gary Cohn
Q: How much patience can the Venezuelan people have?
Patience is critical, but the Venezuelan people are running out of it as conditions remain dire.

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Recent guests on Face the Nation include:

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2. Kirsten Hillman
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5. María Elvira Salazar
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7. Ilhan Omar
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