The FOX News Rundown

FBI Director Kash Patel tells FOX News he has found a trove of sensitive documents related to the origins of the Trump–Russia probe buried in what are called "burn bags" in a secret room inside the bureau. "Burn bags" are used to destroy documents designated as classified or higher. What could these documents tell us about former CIA Director John Brennan briefing former President Barack Obama and other officials on how, then-Democratic nominee former Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton was trying to tie candidate Trump to Russia. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Sean Davis, the CEO and co-founder of the Federalist, who breaks down who was allegedly involved in the 'Russiagate' hoax and says this could become this centuries biggest political scandal. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There is a lot of focus on the economy this week, particularly this afternoon when the Federal Reserve will conclude a two-day meeting and announce whether it will cut interest rates. President Trump has been urging Chairman Powell to make this move for weeks. Additionally, new tariffs are set to take effect on Friday, and an inflation update is scheduled for Thursday. FOX News Contributor and host of "Kudlow" on the FOX Business Network, Larry Kudlow, joins the Rundown to discuss the state of the economy and weigh in on President Trump's pressure campaign against the Fed. A new Wall Street Journal poll finds the Democratic Party with its lowest favorability rating in the history of the survey. But do their current woes suggest a poor performance in next year's midterm elections? Kyle Kondik, managing editor of Sabato's Crystal Ball and co-author of the new book "Campaign of Chaos: Trump, Biden, Harris, and the 2024 American Election," joins The Rundown to break down the challenges facing Democrats, explore potential paths forward, and discuss the rise of progressive mayoral candidates like Zohran Mamdani and Omar Fateh—questioning whether this signals a broader shift in the party's direction.   Plus, commentary from the host of OutKick's "Gaines for Girls", Riley Gaines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A half-dozen Maryland Congress members were denied access to a federal immigration field office used to temporarily hold people facing deportation this week. Maryland has become a focus of politics of immigration due to the suspected MS-13 gang member Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who is a Salvadoran illegal immigrant currently on trial for human trafficking charges in Tennessee. This latest attempt to randomly visit an ICE facility was blasted by DHS Secretary Noem who said they just wanted a photo-op with a 'violent criminal'. FOX's Ryan Schmelz speaks with Maryland Congressman Rep. Johnny Olszewski who was part of the group trying to visit the facility, and says his concern is making sure all possible deportations are done with due process. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Last week, President Donald Trump announced America's AI action plan, emphasizing that the country must not allow China or any other nation to surpass it. The plan consists of three key components: accelerating innovation, building data centers and other artificial intelligence infrastructure, and leading in international diplomacy and security. Congressman Jay Obernolte (R-CA), co-chair of the U.S. Congressional Artificial Intelligence Task Force, joins the discussion to explore the framework and how the U.S. can win the AI race. The U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration (HHS) recently reviewed over 350 organ transplant cases managed by Kentucky Organ Donor Affiliates, which is now called Network for Hope, and found a disturbing trend. The report shows one hundred cases having what they called "concerning features," including examples of donors still showing neurological signs, and entailing that an organ procurement processes began for patients before they were officially declared deceased. The chief of the Health Resources and Services Administration's organ transplant branch, Dr. Raymond Lynch, joins the podcast to discuss the report and how they are correcting specific organ transplant procedures. Plus, commentary from FOX News contributor and host of The Jason In The House podcast, Jason Chaffetz. Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The United States has withdrawn its ceasefire delegation from Doha after Israel has also made the same move saying Hamas has again rejected the terms of the latest proposal. Israel has also announced they will be suspending military operations in Gaza during the daytime in order to allow more aid to reach those in need. Meanwhile, the United Nations General Assembly is pushing to promote a two-state solution but Israel and the US are both boycotting a meeting focusing on that plan. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Dr. Jonathan Schanzer, Executive Director at the Foundation of the Defense of Democracies, who says it is not a surprise Hamas would try to prolong the conflict and Israel is now facing the hardest part of their campaign. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump has announced a massive trade deal with the European Union. It will cut the tariffs threatened on European imports in half and could mean the EU buys significantly more U.S. energy. The news comes just days before the president's August 1 deadline. He says he expects a few more deals before Friday, when tariffs will increase for nations that fail to reach an agreement with the U.S. Carol Roth, former investment banker and author, joins Gerri Willis on the Fox Business Rundown to discuss the president's latest trade deals, and how inflation and other economic data could impact the upcoming Fed meeting and their decision to cut interest rates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On July 4th, President Trump signed into law the comprehensive budget plan, known as the 'One Big, Beautiful Bill.' The President announced that there's hardly a livelihood that this bill would not benefit. Over the weekend, the House Ways and Means Committee held a hearing at the Reagan Library in California to listen to those who praised the bill. However, since President Trump signed it, Democrats have kept up their opposition to the budget plan. Ways and Means Chairman Rep. Jason Smith (R-MO) joins the Rundown to discuss how the 'big bill' will benefit Americans.  An increasing number of Americans are choosing to work for themselves. According to new research from Statista, more than half of the workforce in the United States is expected to be freelancing by 2028. In response, lawmakers are advocating for independent workers to receive voluntary, portable workplace benefits. In the meantime, gig workers in some states are already benefiting from a pilot program launched by DoorDash that offers a savings account. The Vice President and Global Head of Public Policy at DoorDash, Max Rettig, joins the podcast to discuss the details of this program. Plus, commentary from FOX News Digital columnist David Marcus.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While there appears to be some progress in America's war on fentanyl, overdose deaths related to the synthetic drug remain alarmingly high, especially among young people. President Trump recently signed the HALT Fentanyl Act, expanding law enforcement's ability to crack down on traffickers. Gregory Swan lost his son, Drew, to a fentanyl overdose in 2013. Since then, he has co-founded Fentanyl Fathers and devoted his life to raising awareness about the lethal drug. Gregory recently spoke with FOX News Rundown host David Anthony to share his personal story, discuss the HALT Fentanyl Act, and explain how he is working with families to help them avoid the loss he and so many other parents have felt. We often have to cut interviews short during the week, but we thought you might like to hear the full interview. Today on Fox News Rundown Extra, we will share our entire interview with Gregory Swan, allowing you to hear more about how he turned his grief into activism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There was some drama last week before House members began their August recess, as Congressional Democrats continued to try to attach legislation related to Jeffrey Epstein to unrelated bills. Republicans claimed it was a political move, while Democrats asked, 'What's there to hide?' FOX News Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram joins to explain how Congress is reacting to the growing questions surrounding the Jeffrey Epstein case. Additionally, Chad breaks down the upcoming fight over avoiding a government shutdown. Later, Congressman Dusty Johnson (R-SD) discusses how he is looking to the future and working to ensure the border remains secure after President Trump leaves office. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump aims to make the United States the leader in artificial intelligence. His administration announced this week an action plan to boost AI development in the U.S., by directing 90 federal policy actions to accelerate innovation and build infrastructure. This came just days after President Trump attended an AI Summit in Pennsylvania, where technology and energy companies announced billions of dollars in investments in the data centers and energy resources the technology needs Shortly after the AI summit, we spoke with Tristan Harris, co-founder of the Center for Humane Technology and former Google ethicist. Harris weighed in on America's race to lead in AI technology and its fierce competition with China. However, he also urged caution as companies rush to become dominant, warning they should consider the threats AI could pose to our workforce, our children, and our way of life, as they develop more innovative and faster AI models. We often have to cut interviews short during the week, but we thought you might like to hear the full interview. Today on Fox News Rundown Extra, we will share our entire interview with Tristan Harris, allowing you to hear even more of his take on the state of the AI race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It was another busy week at the White House, concluding with President Donald Trump flying to Scotland for a meeting with the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. Before his departure, the President celebrated recent tariff agreements and raised accusations against the Obama administration's intelligence officials regarding their actions before and after the 2016 election. He also brushed off concerns surrounding his handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case. FOX News Contributor Byron York joins the Rundown to break it all down. Later, Congressman Russell Fry (R-SC) discusses why even more action is needed at the border, even after the passing of the Big Beautiful Bill. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In August of 2022, 10-year-old Jameson Reeder Jr. was attacked by an aggressive, 9-foot bull shark while snorkeling in the Florida Keys. The shark tore apart Jameson Jr.'s lower right leg which, after four surgeries in three weeks, needed to be amputated. Through courage, his family and his strong faith, Jameson Jr. faced his situation and now inspires others to do the same in a book about his ordeal. Fox's Tonya J. Powers speaks with Jameson Reeder Sr. and Jameson 'JJ' Reeder Jr. who share the harrowing story behind the book, 'Rescue at the Reef: The Miraculous True Story of a Little Boy with Big Faith', which is out now. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Many Americans are clueless when it comes to money because the basics of financial literacy—such as balancing a budget or understanding the pitfalls of credit card use—are rarely taught during childhood. This becomes a significant problem when young people enter the real world and sign up for student loans without realizing these debts could follow them for the rest of their lives, hindering their ability to buy a home or start a business. Kevin O'Leary, the chairman of O'Leary Ventures and the star of Shark Tank, joins FOX Business's Gerri Willis to discuss America's student debt crisis, the Trump administration forcing student loan borrowers to begin paying up again, and the economic impact of financial illiteracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The latest FOX News poll reveals that Americans have mixed feelings about President Trump's execution of his agenda, showing increased optimism about the economy but expressing doubts about his tariff strategy. FOX News Sunday Anchor Shannon Bream joins the Rundown to discuss the numbers and explain why messaging will be crucial for the White House and Republicans in promoting their policies this summer. Bream also shares her insights on the Jeffrey Epstein case, DNI Tulsi Gabbard's accusations, and the controversy surrounding anti-Israel activist Mahmoud Khalil's meeting with Democrats.   Every five years, the Department of Agriculture and the Department of Health and Human Services release the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is advocating for the "Make America Healthy Again" movement and could make significant changes to those guidelines, including encouraging people to increase their dairy consumption. Food and science journalist Nina Teicholz, author of The Big Fat Surprise, joins the Rundown to discuss the current guidelines, the changes the administration is considering, and why she believes 'outdated' guidelines have contributed to Americans' poor health.   Plus, commentary from the host of “Tomi Lahren is Fearless" on Outkick, Tomi Lahren Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

South Dakota Dusty Johnson (R) has introduced legislation that aims to ensure that future administrations are forced to maintain, repair and secure the southern border wall. The FASTER Act requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to conduct surveys once every two years of defenses at the southern border, relating details of the current state of the barriers and marking any stretch that maybe need rebuilding. FOX's Ryan Schmelz speaks with South Dakota Congressman Dusty Johnson (R), author of the FASTER Bill, who says a secure southern border was promised to Americans and he shares his thoughts on 'the Epstein files'. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Since taking office for a second term, illegal border crossings have dropped to record lows under President Donald Trump. However, his mass deportation policies are facing criticism, as detractors argue that his administration is not solely targeting illegal immigrants with criminal records, and the crackdown could adversely affect industries that rely on migrant workers. In response, there is a bipartisan push to allow certain illegal immigrants who have lived and worked in the country since before 2021 to remain in the country. Florida Republican Congresswoman Maria Salazar spearheaded the Dignity Act and joins the Rundown to discuss her efforts. For decades, we've seen headlines about honeybee colony collapses plaguing beekeepers. Now the headlines are back, as honeybees are dying in record numbers. With more than a third of our food crops dependent on these vital pollinators, there is concern that these collapses could have wide-sweeping financial impacts for Americans. Ryan Burris, president of the California State Beekeepers Association and a third-generation beekeeper, joins the podcast to explain why so many bees are dying and why he is advocating for stronger government support in providing farmers with the tools to fight evolving threats to the nation's food system. Plus, commentary from FOX News Legal Analyst Gregg Jarrett. Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A new report details the sexual assault, mutilation and gang rapes perpetrated by the Hamas terror group against Israel during the October 7th attack. The report was authored by 'The Dinah Project', a global initiative to highlight sexual violence being used in conflict zones, and was led by led Ruth Halperin-Kaddari, a women's rights activist and law professor at Bar-Ilan University in Tel Aviv, Israel. The report wants other human rights groups to understand that Hamas weaponized sexual violence for further intimidation and they are demanding the United Nations call out the Palestinian terror group for it. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Doctor Qanta Ahmed, world renown physician based in New York and she is a journalist and a human and women's rights activist, who says it is difficult to find the words to describe the horrors that were used during the October 7th terror attack but we cannot shy away from the stories. *** Listeners be aware, this segment contains graphic descriptions of sexual violence and mutilation perpetrated during the October 7th Hamas terror attack on Israel. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The President of the Philippines was at the White House on Tuesday visiting President Trump, discussing the issue of China and their ambitions to expand. U.S. lawmakers have asked the Defense Department to study building a joint munitions hub in the Philippines, as China continues to menace other nations crossing through the South China Sea. When it comes to American military spending, we are on track to allocate more than $920 billion in the next fiscal year, and it appears there's bipartisan support to fully fund this Pacific Deterrence Initiative. Florida Republican Senator Rick Scott sits on the Armed Services and Homeland Security Committee, and he joined the Rundown to discuss the long-term threats posed by both China and Iran. The CDC reports an estimated 48,422 deaths from synthetic opioids, mostly fentanyl, in 2024. With a dangerous amount of the drug supply now laced with this deadly substance, overdose deaths are surging, especially among young people. President Trump recently signed the Halt Fentanyl Act, expanding law enforcement's ability to crack down on traffickers. Gregory Swan, who lost his son Drew to a fentanyl overdose in 2013, co-founded Fentanyl Fathers to raise awareness and prevent more families from suffering the same loss. He joins the Rundown to discuss his mission: educating students, empowering parents, and mobilizing a movement to fight the fentanyl crisis. Plus, commentary from FOX News Digital columnist David Marcus. Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kayla Hamilton was just a 20-year-old Maryland women when she was tied-up, sexually assaulted and strangled to death by 17-year-old illegal migrant Walter Javier Martinez. Martinez was in the U.S. claiming Unaccompanied Alien Child (UAC) status. A new bill, the 'Kayla Hamilton Act', introduced by Congressman Russell Fry (R-SC) would create stronger restrictions on how HHS assess illegal migrants who are minors by requiring HHS to contact the consulate or embassy of a UAC's home country to determine any criminal history or gang affiliation. FOX's Ryan Schmelz speaks with Congressman Russell Fry (R-SC), Representative for South Carolina's Seventh Congressional District, who tells us more about the 'Kayla Hamilton Act' and how it strengthens our migrant vetting process. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When President Trump won the presidency in 2016, defeating former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, Democrats accused him of "colluding" with Russia to interfere in the election. A lengthy investigation followed these claims, but it never led to impeachment, as Democrats had hoped. The Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard, recently released a report declassifying some information and alleging a "treasonous conspiracy" by the outgoing Obama administration, accusing them of "manufacturing" what they call the "Russian hoax." FOX News contributor and George Washington University Law School professor Jonathan Turley joins the Rundown to discuss Director Gabbard's accusations and what the American people may learn from a Department of Justice investigation. An off-duty Customs and Border Patrol officer is in the hospital after being shot in the face Saturday night in New York City. Two illegal aliens have been arrested and are suspected of trying to rob the man at gunpoint. Homeland Security Secretary Noem says both of these men had been arrested and released several times. White House Border Czar Tom Homan said the city council in New York has locked them out of Rikers Island, so they can't take in undocumented immigrants who end up in jail. Former Acting ICE Director and now Homeland Security Senior Advisor Ron Vitiello about the shooting of this border agent and the uncooperation from sanctuary cities. Plus, commentary from the host of FOX Across America and FOX News Saturday Night, Jimmy Failla. Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump has been in office for six months of his second term and it has become a much different presidency as he has been able to deliver on campaign promises, get his "big beautiful bill" passed and has had major influence on the world stage. President Trump's second term has had a focus on the economy, cutting government waste and handling the border and illegal immigration in very aggressive ways. This week, President Trump will announce a new artificial intelligence initiative and a new executive order on the technology. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Mark Meredith, White House correspondent, who says this administration has hit the ground running this time around and doesn't look to be slowing down anytime soon. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Trump administration is keeping up with its economic plan, focusing their agenda on securing more trade deals and collecting billions in tariff payments, all while cutting costs back home. Lydia Hu speaks with FOX Business' White House correspondent Edward Lawrence to understand what benefits tariffs have brought the U.S. economy, which deals may be next in the pipeline, and the rate-cut standoff between President Trump and Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell. Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The AI race is on. America and China are fiercely competing to become the global leader in artificial intelligence by heavily investing in the power and data centers the technology demands. President Trump emphasized the urgency of surpassing China when he traveled to Pennsylvania last week to attend a summit where many companies pledged further investments in AI. Tristan Harris, Co-Founder of the Center for Humane Technology, joins the Rundown to discuss the race between the U.S. and China, how advancing AI models could impact American workers, and why he believes the industry must consider the potential dangers of this technology as it rapidly advances. As the 2026 Midterm Elections inch closer, Republicans hope to keep their slim majority in Congress. In the past, the party in power has sometimes resorted to redistricting, also known as gerrymandering, to benefit itself in the upcoming election. President Trump has recently expressed his support for redistricting in Texas. FOX News Pollster and Political Science Professor Daron Shaw joins the podcast to discuss whether the President's desire to create more GOP-friendly districts is a sign that the Midterm Elections won't go in favor of Republicans.  Plus, commentary from FOX News contributor and host of the podcast Kennedy Saves the World, Kennedy.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

More than three years after Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the fighting continues despite President Trump's push for both sides to make peace since his return to the White House. Trump has been more critical lately of Russia's President Putin, who has been launching even bigger aerial assaults. This week, the President announced a new deal to get more weapons from the U.S. to Ukraine, through NATO, paid for by European allies. But the fighting is only part of the story. Earlier this week, FOX News Rundown host Lisa Brady spoke with Steven Moore, founder of the Ukraine Freedom Project, and Anna Shvetsova, the group's chief operating officer, who grew up not far from the Russian border The two discussed why American support means so much to Ukrainians, drone warfare, and why they say Christians are 'under siege' in Russian-controlled regions of the country. We often must cut interviews short during the week, but we thought you might like to hear the full interview. Today on Fox News Rundown Extra, we will share our entire interview with Ukraine Freedom Project's Steven Moore and Anna Shvetsova. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Congress passed President Trump's $9 billion rescissions package, codifying cuts to foreign aid and public broadcasting. Now, Republicans are eyeing even more cuts to avoid a government shutdown in September. FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram explains the process of passing the rescissions package and what it could indicate for future spending cuts.   Later, Charles Payne, host of 'Making Money' on FOX Business, discusses the state of the housing market and how the Federal Reserve's decisions are impacting Americans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The moment that changed an election. That's how Washington Examiner political reporter Salena Zito remembers the assassination attempt on Trump during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, last July. She was there when shots were fired by 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, grazing the ear of the then-former President, critically injuring two men, and killing husband, father, and firefighter Corey Comperatore, who was hit while shielding his family from the gunfire. Although the Secret Service claims major changes have been made, questions about security failures persist. We spoke with Zito about her perspectives from that day, the months leading up to it, and her new book, “Butler: The Untold Story of the Near Assassination of Donald Trump and the Fight for America's Heartland.” We often have to cut interviews short during the week, but we thought you might like to hear the full conversation. Today on Fox News Rundown Extra, we will share our entire interview with journalist Salena Zito on President Trump's comeback and his secret to winning over the Heartland in last year's election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the weeks since the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, President Trump has been touting his legislative wins, including the codification of certain DOGE cuts and bipartisan legislation addressing fentanyl and cryptocurrency. However, these successes have been overshadowed by questions surrounding the Justice Department's handling of the Epstein case. FOX News Radio Political Analyst Josh Kraushaar breaks down the headlines from the White House this week. Later, Dr. Mehmet Oz, Director of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, discusses how the Trump administration is trying to tackle fraud and abuse in Medicaid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The United States aviation industry is facing widespread shortages in various key job areas including pilots, traffic controllers, and possibly most importantly, mechanics. A large portion of the current mechanics are approaching retirement age and shortages can lead to aircrafts being grounded causing flight delays and increasing costs for a flight. It is predicted the airline industry will need nearly a million more mechanics over the next twenty years. Fox's Tonya J. Powers speaks to Suzanne Markle, the President and CEO of Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics, an institution for aviation maintenance technology, who says it is key to encourage younger Americans to gain interest in this much needed occupation that is a large part of our economy and an alternate to college-based jobs. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Within the “one big, beautiful bill,” the Trump administration has launched an ambitious pilot program: gifting $1,000 investment accounts to all babies born in the U.S. between 2025 and 2028. The President argues this “pro-family initiative” will help millions of families harness the strength of the American economy. FOX Business correspondent Gerri Willis speaks with Ken Coleman of Ramsey Solutions about how these accounts work and how they might help these Americans afford homes, college, and small businesses in the future. Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Republicans promise to continue investigating former President Biden's inner circle about any use of the autopen, especially as tell-all books and interviews emerge about Biden's cognitive decline while in office. FOX News Digital reports former White House press secretary Karine Jean Pierre and White House attorney Ian Sams have been called to testify, with the House Oversight Committee considering calling on Jill Biden as well. FOX News Sunday anchor Shannon Bream joins the Rundown to discuss the ongoing investigation into Biden's autopen use and what is likely to be discovered. After advocating for a peaceful resolution to the Russia-Ukraine conflict, former President Trump has shifted course, now agreeing to send weapons to Ukraine, though not without cost. Founder of the Ukraine Freedom Project Steven Moore and the group's Chief Operating Officer and Ukrainian native Anna Shvetsova join the podcast to share what they've witnessed on the ground, the untrustworthiness of Vladimir Putin, and why they believe strong U.S. leadership could be the key to turning the tide in the conflict. Don't miss the good news with Tonya J. Powers. Plus, commentary from Chief National Initiatives Officer at the Texas Public Policy Foundation, Chuck DeVore.  Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump has said he wants to turn Alcatraz back into a working prison, and he sent Attorney General Pam Bondi and Interior Secretary Doug Burgum on a fact-finding mission to the island. Alcatraz closed in the 60's but gained for housing crime boss Al Capone and other notorious criminals of the 1930s, '40s, and '50s. Fox's John Saucier speaks to David Spunt, Washington-based correspondent for the FOX News Channel, who joined the tour of the once supposedly inescapable prison. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Department of Education is about to get a whole lot smaller, following a Supreme Court ruling this week that the Trump administration can move forward with its mass layoffs plan. President Trump acknowledged the ruling as a tentative victory for education in America; however, the campaign to end the Education Department will still need authorization from Congress. In her interview with the Rundown, U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon directly addresses the concerns she has heard about ending the department and advocates for why the process could yield a better education system that works for all Americans. While the housing market has slowed in many areas, it remains unaffordable for numerous Americans, particularly first-time buyers. The average age of home buyers is now thirty-eight, as the high costs of homeownership and rising mortgage rates have deterred younger individuals from entering the market. Charles Payne, host of 'Making Money' on FOX Business, joins the podcast to discuss why housing is so unaffordable for young adults and how the Federal Reserve's decisions are negatively impacting middle- and low-income individuals. Plus, commentary from FOX News Contributor Joe Concha. Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Israel launching airstrikes in Syria, specifically in the southern Druze city of Suwayda but also in the capital of Damascus, as brutal fighting between Syrian government forces and local armed groups increases. It is a significant escalation of military operations in Syria as Israel has said they are committed to protecting the Druze minority and maintaining a demilitarized zone at it's border with Syria. Following the airstrikes, word of a possible peace deal between Israel and Syria have emerged but will it end the fighting? FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Ahmad Shawari, research analyst at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, focusing on Middle East affairs, who says the possibilities of peace could be far down the road since the Syrian revolution may not even be over just yet. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Republicans are investigating President Joe Biden's use of the autopen while in office. Although many presidents have used the autopen in the past, President Trump and others have expressed concerns about Biden's cognitive abilities and his awareness of the actions his administration was taking during his term. The former president defends his own use of the autopen, telling the New York Times that he always authorized its use. Marc Thiessen, a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute and a former speechwriter for President George W. Bush, provides insight into the ongoing investigation. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has proposed a federal ban on Chinese nationals and other foreign adversaries from purchasing American farmland. Agriculture Secretary Rollins called this a major national issue and said concerns still remain over the food processing plants and farms already acquired by the Chinese, which are situated near U.S. military bases. Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen joins the Rundown to discuss security threats posed by China's economic influence and why he believes Americans should reject Chinese-made products and support domestic goods instead. Plus, commentary from radio host and author of “What's Killing America,” Jason Rantz. Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Self proclaimed Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani meeting with New York City's leading CEOs who employ thousands at some of the world's biggest companies, such as JPMorgan and Pfizer. Business owners in New York are very concerned about Mamdani's anti-capitalist policies including increasing taxes on the rich to pay for housing rent freezes, free public transit and city run grocery stores. This a day after former Governor Andrew Cuomo says he will be staying in the race despite losing to Mamdani in the primary by a double digit margin. Fox's John Saucier speaks to Bryan Llenas, National Correspondent for FOX News Channel (FNC) based in New York, who says besides the concerns of business owners there are Jewish leaders also sounding the alarm over the candidate's use of the phrase 'globalize the intifada'. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While the Congressional Budget Office says as many as twelve million people could lose health insurance due to Medicaid cuts in the President's "big, beautiful bill," the Trump administration defends work requirements and cuts for cost savings. Their goal is to reform the system, removing non-disabled recipients from Medicaid. Despite Democrats' concerns, these cuts won't take effect until the end of next year. Director of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Dr. Mehmet Oz joins the Rundown to explain the need to address waste, fraud, and abuse in Medicaid to ensure those who need it most receive health care. Last week, the largest illegal immigration raid of President Donald Trump's second term occurred, resulting in the detention of over 360 individuals at two marijuana farms in California. Among those detained were several convicted felons and 14 children. Former acting ICE Director and former federal prosecutor Jonathan Fahey joins us to discuss the raids and the ongoing legal issues surrounding immigration. Plus, commentary from New York Post columnist and co-author of "Stolen Youth," Karol Markowicz. Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Donald Trump met with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte announcing a weapons deal that signals a sharp change in the U.S. posture toward Russia's war against Ukraine. Last week, President Trump confirmed that the U.S. will resume sending Patriot missile systems to Ukraine and now the Pentagon will start sending Ukraine offensive weaponry that could be used to target Russian forces on their own soil. The structure of the deal is that the United States will manufacture the sophisticated weapons, sell them to NATO who will then transfer them to Ukraine. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Dan Hoffman, FOX News contributor and former CIA Chief of Station in Moscow, who says the announcement should be well received with a plan that our European allies share more responsibility. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From high schoolers who've never learned basic compound interest to retirees unsure how to manage a 401(k)—study after study shows that Americans today are flying blind when it comes to money. FOX Business correspondent Lydia Hu speaks with Gerri Willis to preview some key lessons from her FOX Business In Depth Special, “Course Correction: Next-Gen Financial Freedom,” airing this Wednesday, July 16th at 8 PM ET. Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Over one week has passed since President Trump signed the "big, beautiful bill" into law, and he is now urging Republican Senators to support a package that would codify his proposed cuts via the Department of Government Efficiency. Meanwhile, House Republicans have already approved the package. This week, the House will take up several measures seeking to make the U.S. the leader in financial technology, cryptocurrency, and digital assets innovation. House Majority Whip Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-6) joins the Rundown to discuss the passage of the President's "big" bill and the upcoming "crypto week."  On July 13, 2024, an attempted assassination of President Trump took place at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. One year later, the country continues to wrestle with the question: how could such a breach have occurred? Veteran journalist Salena Zito witnessed the event firsthand, which she recounts in her new book, Butler: The Untold Story of the Near Assassination of Donald Trump and the Fight for America's Heartland. She joins the podcast to examine how the Butler incident marked a turning point for America, igniting an "awakening" in Middle America and a pushback against the political status quo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

During the final congressional sprint on President Trump's Big Beautiful Bill, a tug-of-war emerged between state and federal efforts to regulate artificial intelligence. A House version of the bill included a moratorium on state laws regulating AI. Eventually, a Senate amendment stripped the massive bill of that provision, which was welcome news for many, including Parents for Safe Online Spaces, an organization dedicated to advocating for stronger online protections for youth. Jennie Deserio, a founding member of Parents SOS, recently joined FOX News Rundown host Lisa Brady to explain why she is grateful for the actions states have taken to address AI and hold Big Tech companies accountable for their content. She also voiced her concern that Congress has failed to act at the national level. Deserio explained how she became a passionate advocate for social media reform following the tragic suicide of her 16-year-old son, Mason. Jennie shared her son's story, explaining why she blames harmful online content for his death. We often have to cut interviews short during the week, but we thought you might like to hear the full interview. Today on Fox News Rundown Extra, we will share our entire interview with Jennie Deserio, allowing you to hear even more of her story and her thoughts on addressing the dangers of social media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump's 'Big, Beautiful, Bill' became law last week, solidifying his package of tax cuts and spending policies. Now, Senate Republicans are considering a $9.4 billion rescissions package to allow Congress to cut back on previously allocated funds. FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram breaks down what's included in the rescissions package and where it stands ahead of its July 18th deadline. Later, he discusses Dr. Kevin O'Connor's testimony about President Biden's mental fitness, and the Butler, PA attempted assassination of President Trump one year later. This week, President Trump signed an Executive Order that extended a key tariff deadline and sent letters to various countries informing them of new reciprocal tariff rates. Although the new August 1st deadline allows for more time for the U.S. to form deals with trading partners, it also sparks uncertainty and concern among small businesses across the country. Executive Vice President, Chief Police Officer, and Head of Strategic Advocacy for the U.S. Chaber of Commerce Neil Bradley discusses how the Chamber is addressing the tariffs and how they're advocating for small businesses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Elon Musk's embrace of President Trump and his campaign marked a pivotal moment in the 2024 presidential election. Musk was eventually appointed to head the newly established Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), where he was tasked with cutting federal spending and reducing the national debt. DOGE moved quickly and decisively, triggering lawsuits and further enraging Trump's critics. Although Musk has since left the Trump administration and experienced a very public fallout with President Trump, DOGE continues to operate and make an impact. Matthew Continetti, Director of Domestic Policy Studies at the American Enterprise Institute, joined FOX News Rundown host Jessica Rosenthal to discuss DOGE, highlighting where it was effective in cutting waste, fraud, and abuse, and where it fell short of the expectations set by Musk and the administration. Continetti, who is featured in FOX Nation's new documentary "DOGE vs. DC," also weighs in on the public spat between Musk and the President, as well as the challenges politicians face when addressing America's debt seriously. We often have to cut interviews short during the week, but we thought you might like to hear the full interview. Today on Fox News Rundown Extra, we will share our entire interview with AEI's Matthew Continetti on the legacy of DOGE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices