Face The Nation Season 64 Episode 14 Haley, Cornyn, King
- April 2, 2017
In this episode of Face The Nation, which is the 14th of season 64, the panel begins by discussing the ongoing crisis in Yemen. Host Margaret Brennan talks to the US Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley about the conflict, and the US’s role in the ongoing humanitarian crisis. Haley defends the Trump administration and their relationship with Saudi Arabia, saying that the US cannot get completely out of the war in Yemen.
The panel then moves on to discuss the midterm election results and what they mean for the country. Brennan talks to Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) about the future of the Republican Party and the role they will play in the new Congress. The panelists also discuss the numerous investigations into the Trump administration, including the Special Counsel investigation into possible collusion between the Trump campaign and Russia. Senator Cornyn defends the President’s decision to remove Jeff Sessions as Attorney General and expresses his belief that the investigation should be coming to a close.
Next, Brennan speaks with Senator Angus King (I-ME) about his thoughts on the election and the upcoming challenges facing Congress. The panel considers the implications of the Democrats’ victory in the House of Representatives and what policies they might now be able to pursue. They also discuss the likelihood of bipartisan cooperation in the new Congress, specifically on infrastructure and healthcare.
The panel touches on the recent synagogue shooting in Pittsburgh, which has reignited the debate over gun control laws in the United States. Brennan speaks with Senator King about the possibility of gun control legislation being passed in the new Congress, and what the chances are of any bill being able to make it through both chambers.
Finally, the panelists discuss Saudi Arabia’s role in the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. Haley defends the Trump administration’s response to the crisis, stating that they are waiting for the full investigation to be completed before taking any action. The panel also discusses the recent actions taken by the Saudi government in response to the murder, including the arrest and firing of numerous officials.
Overall, this episode of Face The Nation covers a broad range of topics, from the ongoing crisis in Yemen to the results of the midterm elections to gun control laws and the murder of Jamal Khashoggi. The panelists offer a range of perspectives on these issues, and Brennan does an excellent job of keeping the conversation moving and engaging.