Kashkari, Donalds, and Moulton set the agenda on CBS’ “Face the Nation” as U.S. debt and inflation stay in focus

CBS News’ “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan” will air this week with three guests focused on the state of the U.S. economy and the coming political fights in Congress, beginning with Minneapolis Federal Reserve President and CEO Neel Kashkari’s remarks on federal debt and inflation.

Kashkari joined the program to discuss the U.S. debt reaching a record $40 trillion and the risks he tied to persistent inflation and continuing market uncertainty. The interview comes as policymakers and investors continue to weigh the interaction between borrowing levels, price pressures, and the direction of financial conditions.

In the segment previewed for this week’s episode, Kashkari’s appearance frames debt not just as a fiscal number but as a policy and market concern, with inflation remaining a central concern in the discussion. The program’s description links the debt level to a broader environment of uncertainty, suggesting the interview will address how macroeconomic stability affects households, businesses, and public finances.

The episode also features Rep. Byron Donalds, who is scheduled to appear fresh off his primary victory. The appearance is presented in the context of the congressional race that followed that result, with the program positioning him as part of its ongoing coverage of competitive House races and shifts in political support.

Additionally, Rep. Seth Moulton, a Massachusetts Democrat, is set to join “Face the Nation” to discuss his primary challenge against a longtime incumbent. The segment is expected to focus on the political dynamics of that contest and what it indicates for representation in the House, as voters choose among candidates within the same party.

By covering both economic policy themes through Kashkari and near-term political developments through Donalds and Moulton, the episode is designed to connect fiscal conditions and public debate with the electoral calendar facing members of Congress.

The CBS preview does not describe detailed policy proposals or specific legislative outcomes, but it indicates that the interviews will center on debt, inflation, and uncertainty, alongside the immediate implications of primary results for congressional representation.

The full episode is scheduled to air on CBS News as part of its weekly political and policy program, with the segment sequence reflecting the publication’s emphasis on both economic stakes and the contest for House seats.