Major Garrett's 'Takeout' Tie Rack: A Symbol of Informality

The Origin of the Tie Rack

• 💡 The "Takeout Tie Rack" was conceived by Major Garrett, the anchor of "The Takeout," as a way to encourage guests to loosen up and feel more informal.
• 📌 It began with Garrett's own collection of unworn neckties, symbolizing a shift away from traditional formality.

Notable Guests and Their Tie Choices

• 🤝 Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy was among the first guests to participate, removing his tie out of respect.
• 💬 Democratic strategist Hima Moore was the first to leave her own tie on the rack, setting a precedent for others.
• 👔 Notable figures like former Secret Service director Al Smith and Jeffrey Rosen of the Constitution Center also shed their ties.
• 🛍️ The tie rack also serves as a "shopping" opportunity, allowing guests to select a tie to wear.
• 👩‍💼 Katherine Schwight demonstrated that neckties can be worn by women, selecting one with roses.
• 👔 Oklahoma City's Republican Mayor David Holt chose a "thunder tie" from the rack.
• 👔 Perhaps the most significant gesture came from former Vice President Mike Pence, who not only left his tie but signed it, permanently dedicating it to the "Golden Takeout Tie Rack."

Behind the Scenes

• 🎥 Camera operator Ashen Jabati was responsible for filming all the clips featuring the tie rack and its users.