Transcript of “Face the Nation” with Margaret Brennan, Dec. 7, 2025

On this episode of “Face the Nation,” Margaret Brennan speaks with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, Representatives Ilhan Omar and Jim Himes, and former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb. The discussion covers the impact of inflation on holiday shopping and the economy, with Bessent asserting that the economy is performing better than expected. The program also addresses ongoing deportation efforts affecting Minneapolis communities and new vaccine guidance for newborns. Key topics include the legality of military strikes against drug traffickers and public perceptions of the administration’s handling of economic issues.

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