Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan María Corina Machado, Rep. Mike McCaul, Gary Cohn
Feb 1, 2026
María Corina Machado, Venezuelan opposition leader advocating democracy. Michael McCaul, Texas congressman focused on national and homeland security. Gary Cohn, former top economic adviser and ex-Goldman executive. They discuss U.S. pressure on Venezuela, immigration enforcement and DHS fights, and the economy including layoffs, tariffs, and Fed leadership.
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Support Short-Term DHS Funding Now
- Michael McCaul urges passing the short-term DHS funding measure and cautions against Democrats blocking it.
- He believes Speaker Johnson likely has the votes and supports bringing it to the floor.
Refocus ICE On Targeted Law Enforcement
- McCaul distinguishes ICE's core mission as targeted removal of violent criminals from broad roving street enforcement.
- He expects new leadership to refocus on targeted operations and de-escalation.
Enforcement Images Can Undermine Policy
- McCaul acknowledges public concern about children detained and supports reforms or guardrails for DHS.
- He warns excessive enforcement images risk turning a political win into a liability.
