Margaret Brennan hosts Face the Nation on Sunday, July 12, with White House border czar Tom Homan and retired Gen. Frank McKenzie, president of The Citadel and former commander of U.S. Central Command, among her guests for the week.
Homan, who serves as the Trump administration’s border czar, has been a regular presence on the Sunday morning program, discussing immigration enforcement and border security operations. McKenzie brings expertise on military strategy and Middle Eastern affairs, particularly relevant to recent U.S. military operations in the region.
McKenzie’s Military Background and Current Role
General McKenzie, a retired four-star U.S. Marine Corps officer, served as the 14th commander of U.S. Central Command from March 2019 to April 2022, overseeing all U.S. military operations across a vast region spanning the Middle East, North Africa, and Central Asia. He graduated from The Citadel in 1979 and was selected in March 2026 as the 21st president of the military college, his alma mater.
McKenzie has appeared multiple times on Face the Nation to discuss U.S. military strategy and policy in the Middle East. His appearance on the July 12 episode is expected to focus on recent U.S. strikes against Iran and what those military actions signal for American security strategy in the region, according to Face the Nation’s social media announcements.
The Broader Guest Lineup
The July 12 episode also includes Republican Rep. Mike Turner of Ohio, former chair of the House Intelligence Committee, and Ambassador Rahm Emanuel, the former ambassador to Japan and former mayor of Chicago. This combination of guests reflects the program’s focus on border security, military strategy, and diplomatic affairs—key issues facing the Trump administration.
Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan airs Sundays at 10:30 a.m. ET on CBS News and streams on Paramount+ and CBSNews.com at 12:30 p.m. ET.
Sources
- CBS News — Guest list and details for Face the Nation episode on July 12, 2026
- The Citadel Today — General McKenzie’s selection as 21st president and his military background
- CENTCOM — McKenzie’s biography and service as CENTCOM commander
- Face the Nation (X) — Announcement of McKenzie’s appearance and episode focus on Iran strikes
