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Trump hosts Zelenskyy at White House a day after speaking with Putin; OpenAI's ChatGPT to soon allow "erotica" for adult users.
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New adult ChatGPT version coming soon
This week, OpenAI's ChatGPT announced a policy change that will soon allow adult users to access a less censored version of the chatbot that will include erotica. Ashley Gold, senior tech reporter at Axios, joins "The Takeout" to discuss the upcoming change.
JB Pritzker wins $1.4 million from blackjack
Democratic Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker reported $1.4 million in blackjack winnings earlier this week. Tom LoBianco, co-founder and editor for 24sight News, and Laura Davison, Bloomberg News Washington deputy bureau chief, join "The Takeout" to discuss this and other stories of the day.
Opinion writer on small business health
Americans may have recently heard that several issues are spelling death to small businesses, perhaps at the hands of tariffs, mass deportations, inflation, or something else. However, an opinion piece from The Hill suggests that there is evidence to suggest these businesses are not in trouble at all. Gene Marks, founder and president of a small business consulting firm, The Marks Group, joins "The Takeout" to discuss his piece.
Virginia AG candidate apologizes after leak
In Virginia, the candidates for attorney general took the debate stage in a race that garnered national attention. Newly revealed text messages sent by Democratic candidate Jay Jones in 2022, saying a Republican lawmaker should be shot and his children should die. Jones apologized, saying he's ashamed. Julia Manchester, political reporter for The Hill, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
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The three candidates vying to be New York City's next mayor clashed in Thursday night's debate. CBS News chief Washington analyst Robert Costa has more.
Trump sends message to Nicolas Maduro
The U.S. military struck a vessel suspected of carrying drugs in the Caribbean Sea on Thursday, but did not kill everyone on board. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson has more details.
What did Zelenskyy, Trump discuss in D.C.?
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with President Trump at the White House on Friday and discussed Ukraine's desire for Tomahawk missiles. The U.S. invented Tomahawk missiles in the 1980s when Cold War tensions with the Soviet Union ran high. CBS News' Willie James Inman reports and former U.S. ambassador to Ukraine Bill Taylor has analysis.
Extended interview: Iowa State Auditor Rob Sand
The Trump administration is working on doubling the United States' financial aid to Argentina to approximately $40 billion. That's angering some Iowa farmers as China buys soybeans from the South American country instead of the U.S. due to the president's trade war. Iowa State Auditor Rob Sand, also a Democratic gubernatorial candidate, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
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10/17: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Trump hosts Zelenskyy at White House a day after speaking with Putin; OpenAI's ChatGPT to soon allow "erotica" for adult users.
10/16: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Former national security adviser John Bolton is indicted; Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez slam Republicans for shutdown.
10/15: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Trump confirms he authorized covert CIA action in Venezuela; Andrew Cuomo underscores Zohran Mamdani’s inexperience in new campaign ad
10/14: The Takeout with Major Garrett
President Trump: Hamas will disarm or “we will disarm them”; N.Y. Attorney General Letitia James makes first public appearance since federal indictment
10/13: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Trump, world leaders sign historic Gaza peace deal; VP Vance says Democrats are holding government “hostage" with shutdown
10/10: The Takeout with Major Garrett
U.S. Office of Management and Budget Director Russ Vought says federal layoffs have begun; President Trump passed over for Nobel Peace Prize.
10/9: The Takeout with Major Garrett
New York Attorney General Letitia James is indicted; The government shutdown is now in its ninth day with no sign of a deal.
10/8: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Former FBI Director James Comey pleads not guilty as a trial date is set for Jan. 5; New book looks at the threat of the anti-science movement.
10/7: The Takeout with Major Garrett
ATC staffing issues causing massive flight delays across the country; Russian chess grandmaster Garry Kasparov joins The Takeout
10/6: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Legal battles over troop deployments to Portland and Chicago; Defense startup produces autonomous vessels for U.S. Navy
10/3: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Hamas accepts part of President Trump's peace plan to end the war in Gaza; and how a new Democratic think tank is pushing the party to take more centrist stances.
10/2: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Government shutdown stretches into day two with no sign of deal; New book reflects on inequality, democracy, and values Americans share
10/1: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Government shutdown underway as lawmakers fail to reach deal that extends federal funding; Furloughed federal workers share concerns over shutdown.
9/30: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Democratic and Republican lawmakers are at odds as the federal government is set to shut down without congressional action; How a government shutdown could impact the U.S. economy.
9/29: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Trump, Netanyahu outline peace plan to end the war in Gaza; Far-right influencers express outrage over Super Bowl halftime performer Bad Bunny.
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Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Oct. 19, 2025
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Listeria recall of food included in federal school breakfast, lunch programs
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Halloween costume prices are rising, but one man's thrifting offers a solution
As the cost of living continues to rise, so does the price of Halloween costumes. One Texas man is on a mission to ensure every child has access to costumes without spending a cent.
Trump signs proclamation imposing tariffs on truck and bus imports
The president said last month he would impose a 25% tariff rate on all medium- and heavy-duty trucks imported into the U.S.
Ford recalling 740,000 vehicles over camera display, seatbelt issues
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The government shutdown extends into Day 20 on Monday as the Senate plans its eleventh vote on a House-passed measure to fund the government. Follow live updates here.
Trump calls for Ukraine ceasefire with Russia holding occupied territory
Trump wants Russia and Ukraine to freeze the war on the current battlelines, with Moscow holding a huge swathe of eastern Ukraine. Zelenskyy seems unwilling.
Secret Service found a "suspicious stand" near Florida airport used by Trump, FBI says
Federal officials found a "suspicious stand" near the area used by Air Force One when President Trump travels to Florida, FBI Director Kash Patel said Sunday.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Oct. 19, 2025
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Transcript: Christine Lagarde on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Oct. 19, 2025
The following is the transcript of the interview with Christine Lagarde, president of the European Central Bank, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Oct. 19, 2025.
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Private Medicare, Medicaid plans exaggerate mental health options: Watchdogs
A federal probe of Medicare and Medicaid plans run by private insurance companies found that the plan operators often overstated how many mental health providers were available in their networks.
Some 60,000 kids have avoided peanut allergies due to 2015 advice, study finds
About 60,000 children have avoided developing peanut allergies after 2015 guidance upended medical practice by recommending introducing the allergen to infants starting as early as 4 months, a new study finds.
Listeria recall of food included in federal school breakfast, lunch programs
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Woman diagnosed with breast cancer at 27 after almost ignoring symptom
Marissa Coreno didn't think anything about the lump under her armpit at first, until an ultrasound showed something worrying.
First locally acquired U.S. cases of more severe mpox strain reported
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Trump calls for Ukraine ceasefire with Russia holding occupied territory
Trump wants Russia and Ukraine to freeze the war on the current battlelines, with Moscow holding a huge swathe of eastern Ukraine. Zelenskyy seems unwilling.
Louvre robbery leaves Paris' iconic museum shuttered for a second day
The Louvre museum was hit by a brazen daytime jewel heist, forcing the Paris institution to close its doors for a second day in a row.
North Korean soldier defects to South Korea across the Demilitarized Zone
A North Korean soldier defected to South Korea across the heavily fortified Demilitarized Zone on Sunday, South Korea's military said.
Police probing claim Prince Andrew sought information on Virginia Giuffre
The report in a British newspaper follows Buckingham Palace's announcement on Friday that Andrew agreed to relinquish use of the Duke of York and other remaining royal titles.
Transcript: Christine Lagarde on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Oct. 19, 2025
The following is the transcript of the interview with Christine Lagarde, president of the European Central Bank, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Oct. 19, 2025.
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Sam Rivers, bass player for Limp Bizkit, has died at 48, the band says
Limp Bizkit, with roots in Jacksonville, Florida, emerged in the late 1990s with a sound that melds alternative rock, heavy metal and rap.
Ben Stiller examines the marriage of his parents, comedy greats Jerry Stiller & Anne Meara
After the deaths of his mother and father, actor-director Ben Stiller sought to pay tribute as few sons could: a documentary about their lives on-stage and off. But even he didn't anticipate to what depths his film, "Stiller & Meara: Nothing Is Lost," would go.
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In this web exclusive actor-director Ben Stiller talks with Jim Axelrod about his Apple TV documentary about his parents, "Stiller & Meara: Nothing Is Lost," and about how making the film became a reflection not just on their lives but on his own.
Ben Stiller on his film tribute to parents Jerry Stiller & Anne Meara
Jerry Stiller and Anne Meara were a beloved comedy team – and the parents of actor-director Ben Stiller. After the deaths of his mother and father, Stiller sought to pay tribute as few sons could: a documentary about their lives on-stage and off. But even he didn't anticipate to what depths his film, "Stiller & Meara: Nothing Is Lost," would go. Stiller talks with Jim Axelrod about how examining the lives of two comedy greats led to re-examining his own.
Ms. Rachel on raising her voice for kids everywhere
To millions of toddlers (and their parents), YouTube star Rachel Griffin Accurso's voice is unmistakable. Her music-filled "Ms. Rachel" videos are cleverly-designed language development lessons, with billions of views, while her global brand now extends to books, toys, and a Netflix deal. She talks with Jo Ling Kent about how she came to music education, and about collaborating with her husband, composer Aron Accurso. She also defends her advocacy for children around the world, including in war-torn Gaza.
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Amazon Web Services recovering from outage hitting many major apps, sites
An Amazon Web Services outage is causing major disruptions around the world. The service provides remote computing services to many apps, websites, governments, universities and companies.
Georgia Tech uses drones to enhance security
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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New adult ChatGPT version coming soon
This week, OpenAI's ChatGPT announced a policy change that will soon allow adult users to access a less censored version of the chatbot that will include erotica. Ashley Gold, senior tech reporter at Axios, joins "The Takeout" to discuss the upcoming change.
OpenAI blocks Sora 2 users from using MLK Jr.'s likeness in AI videos
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Neil deGrasse Tyson on why he's still waiting for proof of aliens
Neil deGrasse Tyson explains why, despite believing life likely exists elsewhere, he's still waiting for real proof.
Neil deGrasse Tyson on new book
Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his updated book "Just Visiting This Planet," which tackles more than 200 questions about science and the universe — including why the sky is blue.
Fall foliage colors muted in several regions due to drought
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Arctic seals, most bird species on new list of threatened species
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Bear injures 2 in Japanese grocery store, man killed in separate attack
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Brazen daytime heist of Louvre Museum
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Family of murdered photographer wonders if his killer acted alone
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Judge sets June 1 deadline for retrial of Pedro Hernandez in Etan Patz case
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U.S. man accused of Oct. 7 connection
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Arizona executes man convicted of killing a Phoenix family of 4 in 1993
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Astronomers discover most powerful "odd radio circle" twins ever detected
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SpaceX launches 11th test flight of giant Super Heavy-Starship rocket
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Blue Origin to launch 15th space mission
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