Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Sept. 27, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Alexander Yui, Taiwan representative to the U.S., join Margaret Brennan.
On September 27, 2026, CBS News' Face the Nation featured a discussion on President Trump's recent activities and challenges, including his stance on the midterm elections, Iran, China, and Taiwan. The show began with President Trump's stark warning to Iran during his speech at the United Nations General Assembly, where he threatened to "annihilate the Islamic Republic, and do it quickly."
The next segment focused on Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian's latest offer to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end the conflict, which was explored in a network exclusive interview. Following this, the show examined China's President Xi Jinping's state visit to Washington, highlighting the ongoing tensions surrounding Taiwan.
The final segment addressed the midterm elections, with Republican Senator John Kennedy discussing the party's prospects and Democrat Congressman Jim Himes outlining their strategy for governance if they gain the majority.
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