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PoliticsMar 17

Face the Nation Features Interviews on Middle East Strikes, Economic Policy

CBS's Face the Nation on March 15, 2026 included interviews with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Trump adviser Kevin Hassett amid Middle East tensions.

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CBS News aired interviews with several high-profile political figures on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 15, 2026, addressing ongoing tensions in the Middle East and economic policy matters.

The program featured an interview with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, conducted amid what CBS described as "new strikes from Israel and Iran in the Middle East." The network did not provide additional details about the nature or timing of these reported strikes.

Host Margaret Brennan also interviewed Kevin Hassett, identified as both a Trump economic adviser and National Economic Council Director, suggesting his role in the current administration's economic policy team.

Additionally, the program included interviews with two members of Congress: Representative Dan Crenshaw, Republican of Texas, and Senator Mark Warner, Democrat of Virginia. The specific topics discussed with the lawmakers were not detailed in the available information.

The show's focus on Middle East developments and economic policy reflects ongoing international tensions and domestic policy priorities. CBS News made transcripts of the individual interviews available following the broadcast.

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