Podcasts about Judiciary

On this crucial California Primary election day, the race for Los Angeles Mayor is hitting a boiling point. Kennedy, host of the "Kennedy Saves the World" podcast, joins the Rundown to break down the surprising political rise of outsider candidate Spencer Pratt. Once written off by critics, Pratt has surged into a statistical tie with incumbent Mayor Karen Bass following his on-the-ground advocacy for victims of the devastating Palisades fire.Former First Lady Jill Biden's new memoir, "View from the East Wing," has reopened deep Democratic wounds by recounting her perspective on the 2024 debate night and the subsequent fallout regarding the former president's cognitive decline. Partner at Ballard Partners and former press secretary to Jill Biden and special assistant to the president Michael LaRosa, joins the podcast to discuss how the book's revelations damage her credibility and expose a long-standing pattern of stage-management and evasion by the Biden family. PLUS, commentary by David Marcus, columnist for FOX News Digital.  PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As California and five other states prepare for highly anticipated primary elections, political observers are closely watching the shifting dynamics of the state's unique top two open primary system. Rep. Kevin Kiley (I-CA), running for the first time as an independent, joins to discuss the top issues facing voters, including a skyrocketing cost of living, homelessness, and economic challenges. He also weighs in on why he proposed a bill to ban mid-decade congressional redistricting in an effort to combat partisan gerrymandering and stop the growing polarization of American politics. Military service is different for each member and the lessons learned are equally as unique. Many share similar themes, however, such as leadership and empathy as they answer the call to serve. Marine Veteran AJ Pasciuti joins the Rundown to discuss what he learned during his time in the military and how it applies to everyday life. That's all part of his new book, “Darkhorse: Harnessing Hidden Potential in War and Life.”   Plus, commentary from FOX News Legal Analyst, Gregg Jarrett  Photo Credit: Adobe Stock Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Buying a home with Bitcoin? It's no longer a far-fetched idea. The shifting landscape of cryptocurrency now extends to real estate, following the Trump administration's directive allowing Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to accept cryptocurrency on federal mortgage applications. FOX Business Network Real Estate Contributor and Host of Mansion Global on Fox Business Prime Katrina Campins joins FBN's Darren Botelho to discuss when everyday Americans will purchase homes using crypto or if there will be regulatory hurdles to stall mainstream adoption. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Israeli officials are blasting the United Nations after the body added Israeli entities to a sexual violence blacklist that also includes the terrorist groups Hamas and ISIS. The UN added the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), the Israel Prison Services and the country's border police Counter Terrorism Unit to the report. Now, Israel says they won't be dealing with the office until a new secretary-general is appointed. Meanwhile, watchdog group, 'UN Watch', recently released “From Watchdogs to Ideologues,” an investigation finding that the United Nations' top human rights experts have begun advancing politicized agendas while taking payments from other countries that erodes any credibility of the international human rights protection system. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Hillel Neuer, International human rights lawyer, writer, and Executive Director of United Nations Watch, shares the details found in the report and how far the corruption goes. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Following massive, unprecedented fraud uncovered in welfare, daycare, and autism assistance programs, the federal government has launched a sweeping new Fraud Task Force headed by Vice President J.D. Vance to crack down on rampant benefits abuse. Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman joins the Rundown to discuss how a new $300 million enforcement fund will act as a force multiplier to put aggressive new prosecutors on the front lines to protect taxpayer dollars. Later, Senator Jim Banks (R-IN) joins to discuss whether the recent Texas primary momentum can be sustained through November. PHOTO CREIDT: AP PHOTO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's not your imagination: a lot of people are in therapy right now and talking about it. Mental health awareness has come a long way in recent decades, reducing stigma and encouraging more people to seek care. But now, with therapy available on demand, there is growing concern about patients following advice they find online or on social media. People sometimes misdiagnose themselves or wrongly attach clinical labels to others. Psychotherapist Jonathan Alpert calls it "therapy culture," and he recently joined FOX News Rundown host Lisa Brady to discuss this troubling trend. He talks about his new book, 'Therapy Nation: How America Got Hooked on Therapy and Why It's Left Us More Anxious and Divided,' warning against people falling into a cycle of never-ending treatment in which they only feel better in the moment rather than actually getting better. Alpert also explains how this culture is reshaping the way we view ourselves and one another, creating ripple effects across the country. We often have to cut our interviews short during the week, but we thought you might like to hear this conversation in its entirety. Today on the FOX News Rundown Extra, we share our full interview with psychotherapist and author Jonathan Alpert Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Homeownership has been the foundation of the American Dream for generations, and a key part to building wealth and stability. With housing growing more expensive and the inventory decreasing, rising oil prices and inflation are making it even worse. There is wide ranging agreement that Americans are facing a housing affordability crisis, but when will it end? FOX's Tonya J. Powers speaks with Ted Rossman, principal analyst for Bankrate, who says there are many combined factors that have caused this, and offers his thoughts on how to help first time home buyers. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The latest Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has crossed 1,000 suspected cases, triggering an aggressive response from global health officials and strict travel restrictions at U.S. airports. While the European Union sends emergency supplies and the WHO sounds the alarm on its rapid spread, U.S. health authorities are working overtime to keep the virus contained. Today on the FOX News Rundown Extra, we share our full, uncut interview with Dr. Janette Nesheiwat from the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. She breaks down the reality of the Ebola epidemic, the recent domestic Hantavirus scare, and what is being done to keep Americans safe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Since 1866, inking a living person's likeness on legal U.S. tender has been strictly forbidden, but a bill introduced back in February aims to change that, and the Treasury has a $250 note featuring President Trump's face ready to go if it passes into law. FOX Business White House Correspondent Edward Lawrence joins the Rundown to explain what's going on with the bill and pull back the curtain on the Treasury's economic outlook amid rising energy costs and inflation. Later, FOX News Chief Legal Affairs Correspondent Shannon Bream joins to preview the Supreme Court's expected verdicts this June as the justices prepare for summer recess.  PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On July 4th, 2026, the United States will celebrate its  250th anniversary. Americans will reflect not only on our history, but on the institutions that have carried us through. Among the most important of those institutions are our courts and the justice system. On this Lawyer 2 Lawyer episode, Craig welcomes Judge Jeremy D. Fogel, the first Executive Director of the Berkeley Judicial Institute. Craig & Judge Fogel discuss the Department of Justice's recent overall actions, threats to the judiciary, judicial independence, and why this all matters as we approach our nation's 250th. Mentioned in this Episode: Keep Our Republic

Today, the barbecue chicken pizza is a menu staple found in restaurants everywhere. But when California Pizza Kitchen introduced it four decades ago, it changed the way America thought about pizza and reshaped the restaurant industry. The "CPK" brand quickly became a household name with its modern, casual dining concept. What started as a single restaurant in Beverly Hills soon grew into a global footprint. The founders were prosecutors-turned-entrepreneurs who took a major risk with their revolutionary restaurant idea. Co-founder of California Pizza Kitchen, Rick Rosenfield, joins FBN's Lydia Hu to pull back the curtain on the triumphs, shortcomings, and defining risks behind the beloved brand. Rosenfield also discusses his upcoming book, “The California Pizza Kitchen Story: How Two Federal Prosecutors Changed The Way America Eats Pizza.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the Supreme Court prepares for a flurry of major opinions in June, legal experts are closely watching high-stakes cases that could reshape executive power, civil rights, and constitutional law. Shannon Bream, FOX News chief legal analyst and Fox News Sunday anchor, joins to discuss upcoming decisions on birthright citizenship, the President's authority to fire federal agency officials, and state bans on transgender athletes. Later, she unpacks the ongoing legal battle over Alabama's congressional maps and why conservative justices are signaling they have no plans to retire. President Trump has pledged broader transparency, even when it comes to declassifying UAP files—or as many of us know them, UFOs. Twice this month, the Trump administration began unsealing United States UFO files officially known as the Presidential Unsealing and Reporting System for UAP Encounters or PURSUE. The files reveal images and other documents related to investigations into unidentified anomalous phenomena. However, the unprecedented release still has many believers questioning the data, creating more questions than answers. Ryan Graves is a former Navy F-18 pilot and co-founder of Americans for Safe Aerospace, who testified before Congress back in 2023 about his encounters with UAPs. Graves joins FOX News' Peter Doocy to discuss the recent release of "UFO documents," what he has learned from them, and what can be done by the government to shed more light on the mystery. PLUS, commentary by FOX News contributor Joe Concha. PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

U.S. and Iranian negotiators have possibly reached an agreement on a 60-day memorandum of understanding extending the current ceasefire and launching negotiations on Iran's nuclear program. The deal still needs President Trump's approval with the major sticking point for both sides remaining Iran's nuclear capability. President Trump has many times reiterated that Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon, a stance he sees as a positive for the whole world. FOX's John Saucier speaks with Ashley Webster, FOX Business Channel correspondent reporting from Tel Aviv, who says the deal is not set in stone just yet. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The power of the MAGA endorsement strikes again following Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's decisive runoff victory, signaling a significant shift in the Republican landscape as the fight for Congressional control continues. Senator Jim Banks (R-IN) joins the Rundown to discuss whether this primary momentum can be sustained through November. Plus, he breaks down his legislative push for the "Delilah Law," which would restrict commercial driver's licenses for illegal immigrants, and a bold proposal from the DHS secretary to pull federal customs agents from sanctuary city airports as a form of jurisdictional retaliation. The upcoming hurricane season is bringing a mix of relief and uncertainty as rare global weather patterns clash with record ocean warmth. FOX Weather Meteorologist Ian Oliver joins to discuss NOAA's recent predictions for a quieter-than-usual year, the inner workings of a massive Pacific warming trend that acts as a natural shield against storm development, and how groundbreaking AI technology is being used to better predict severe weather and protect coastal communities. PLUS, commentary by Kaylee McGhee White, FOX News contributor and the editor-in-chief of IW Features. PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After another violent incident near the White House over the holiday weekend, new questions are being raised about the safety of President Trump and the growing threats surrounding the presidency. With this marking the second attempted attack in just one month, concerns are intensifying over whether current security measures are enough. New York Republican Congressman Andrew Garbarino, Chairman of the House Committee on Homeland Security, joins the Rundown to discuss why these threats seem to be escalating and whether we have the resources needed to keep everyone in D.C. safe. As health officials monitor a string of recent viral outbreaks across the globe, concern is growing over the threat of highly infectious diseases spreading past international borders. Dr. Janette Nesheiwat, a physician at the Walter Reed Medical Center, joins to discuss the current Ebola outbreak in Africa, the deep mistrust and lack of resources hampering containment efforts, and how strict U.S. screening protocols and low transmission rates are keeping the risk to Americans low. PLUS, commentary by John Ashbrook, co-host of the Ruthless Podcast. PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iran has accused the U.S. of a “grave violations” of the fragile ceasefire after U.S. defensive strikes in southern Iran and near the Strait of Hormuz. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said diplomacy remains possible, but Tehran continues to signal distrust over key issues. And Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has warned that its forces are “lying in wait” if the President Trump orders the resumption of combat operations, with the outlook for a potential deal remaining uncertain. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with David Schenker, Taube Senior Fellow at The Washington Institute for Near East Policy and former Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs, who says there are multiple signs Iran's economy is faltering, but also hints that could suggest the regime is still in control of its population. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The U.S. State Department reached a new settlement committing to strictly enforce the Taylor Force Act, a measure Congress first passed in 2018, which bans U.S. economic aid to the Palestinian Authority until they end their "pay-for-slay" policies that compensate imprisoned terrorists or their families. The Palestinian Authority "Pay-for-Slay" policy gained wide public attention when Taylor Force, a West Point graduate who served in Afghanistan and Iraq, was savagely knifed to death by a Palestinian terrorist on March 8, 2016, while on a tour of Israel. This new settlement is to remain in effect for 10 years. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Stuart Force, father of Taylor Force, who says his son would be proud of the efforts to stop American taxpayer money from getting to terrorists. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Texas voters head to the polls for a high-stakes Republican Senate runoff that could test President Trump's influence once again. Senator John Cornyn is fighting to fend off a Trump-endorsed challenge from Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, as both candidates argue they are best positioned to keep the seat in Republican hands ahead of November. With several recent GOP incumbents losing primaries across the country, the outcome could signal how much sway the President still holds within the party heading into the midterms. University of Texas Professor and FOX News Decision Desk member Daron Shaw joins the Rundown to break down the political stakes in Texas, and what the race could mean for Republicans nationwide. Mental health awareness has helped reduce stigma and encouraged more people to seek support, but some experts warn the culture surrounding therapy may be creating new problems. Psychotherapist and author Jonathan Alpert joins the Rundown to discuss his new book, Therapy Nation, and why he believes Americans are becoming too quick to identify with mental health struggles instead of working through them. PLUS, commentary by Karol Markowicz, columnist for the New York Post and FOX News. PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, we had paper bills. Then, we had plastic cards. After that, we got mobile wallets. Is cryptocurrency next? Caroline Pham is the chief legal officer and chief administrative officer of Moonpay She joins FOX Business Network's Darren Botelho to discuss how crypto is evolving and when it may be the standard for everyday American finance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This Memorial Day we honor the members of the military who lost their lives in service to our country, and we also remember their families who carry their loss everyday. A folded American flag is presented to the next of kin at the funeral of a fallen service member. It is also the symbol of 'Folds of Honor', a non-profit that provides life-changing educational scholarships to the spouses and children of America's fallen or disabled military service members and first responders. FOX's Tonya J. Powers speaks with Ginger Gilbert-Ravella, Gold Star spouse and a national speaker for 'Folds of Honor', who shares her personal story of loss, new love, how much 'Folds of Honor' helped her and her family through their life's journey. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New Census data reveals a massive migration shift as residents flee major blue cities like Los Angeles and New York for the booming South. Texas is leading the charge as a corporate "sponge," earning the nickname "Y'all Street" as Dallas suburbs become the fastest-growing areas in the nation. FOX Business Correspondent Gerri Willis joins the Rundown to break down what's driving this historic American move, and what she sees as the "economic illiteracy" behind new billionaire taxes in blue cities.There are Memorial Day events all over the country, including a very solemn ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery. Retired Navy SEAL and Fox Nation host Mike Sarraille joins the Rundown to discuss the hallowed history of these grounds and his personal weight of visiting. Plus, we explore the stories of legendary Marines and cryptology pioneers, who are featured in the new season of The Unsung of Arlington on FOX Nation, hosted by Sarraille.PLUS, commentary by Paul Batura, writer, vice president of communications at Focus on the Family, and founder of the 4:8 Media Network.PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Since the start of the president's second term, the Trump administration has vowed to cut the waste, fraud, and abuse in government. This past week, Acting Secretary of Labor Keith Sonderling sat down with Fox Business' Connor Hansen to discuss how his department is taking part in that effort. He explained how they're cracking down on unemployment insurance fraud and other schemes that have cost taxpayers billions. He also discussed the money they have already frozen, and how much of the fraud is carried out by criminal networks linked to China, North Korea, and other foreign actors. You may have seen some of what Sonderling had to say during Connor's reporting on the Fox Business Network... but he had a lot more to say about combatting fraud. He even shared some incredible examples of how people are stealing taxpayers' money. We often have to cut interviews short during the week, but we thought you might like to hear the full interview. Today on the Fox News Rundown Extra, we will share FOX Business' Connor Hansen's entire interview with Acting Secretary of Labor Keith Sonderling. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Department of Justice is rapidly escalating its crackdown on government fraud, revealing massive, sophisticated schemes designed to siphon off hundreds of millions in taxpayer dollars. Assistant Attorney General Colin McDonnell joins to discuss a recent $1 billion healthcare fraud conviction in Florida, the inner workings of international scam centers, and how the newly established White House Anti-Fraud Task Force is partnering with average citizens and deploying more federal prosecutors to root out the exploitation of Medicaid and other public programs.Plus, acclaimed actor, philanthropist, and founder of the Gary Sinise Foundation, previews the annual “National Memorial Day Concert and discusses the profound importance of honoring generations of veterans as the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday. PHOTO CREIDT: AP PHOTO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Viral videos of college graduates booing commencement speakers over AI have sparked a national conversation. Is Gen Z right to worry about how artificial intelligence will reshape their careers? To answer that, Representative Jay Obernolte—who chaired the Bipartisan House Task Force on Artificial Intelligence—joined FOX News Rundown host Dave Anthony. He breaks down the public anxiety around AI, how it could actually create jobs, and the legislative guardrails needed to protect the workforce and children. We often cut our weekday interviews short, but today on the Fox News Rundown Extra, you'll hear our full conversation with Rep. Jay Obernolte on the growing resistance to AI. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ever since Donald Trump jumped into the 2016 presidential race, his grip on the GOP has been unshakeable. But with mounting pressure over rising costs and renewed foreign conflicts, that grip may finally be loosening, and a new $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” fund could be the final straw for some Republicans. FOX News Chief Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram joins The Rundown to explain what the fund entails, and why it's triggering such fierce intra-party backlash. Later, Republican Strategist Doug Heye joins FOX News' Aishah Hasnie to analyze the latest FOX News polling as the primaries heat up, and discuss what's on the mind of voters this Memorial Day Weekend. PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May is 'Mental Health Awareness Month', and with so much of our moods hinging on our screen addictions many people are choosing a 'downgrade' culture - being tech-free and cultivating simple routines. While changing hard core habits always seems to be a daunting task, there are practical, realistic ways to reclaim your attention which can provide serious mental health benefits. FOX's Tonya J. Powers speaks with Dr. Sophie Lazarus, psychologist at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, who says there many simple ways to help your self disconnect without going 'cold turkey'. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What some see as a victory for "free speech," the Securities and Exchange Commission has dropped a controversial “gag rule” that barred defendants who settled SEC cases from publicly defending themselves. Thomas Powell, senior strategist at the Founders Office, has been one of the rules' most vocal critics—even while legally restricted from challenging the allegations against him.Finally able to speak out, Powell and his attorney, Peggy Little of the New Civil Liberties Alliance, join FOX Business Network's Lydia Hu. They break down how Powell was "muzzled" by the SEC, the damage it did to his life, and what this massive rule change means for American businesses moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Memorial Day weekend is here, but as Americans hit the road, the "unofficial start of summer" is being overshadowed by high prices amid the ongoing conflict in Iran. GOP Strategist and former RNC Communications Director Doug Heye joins the Rundown to discuss why Republicans are feeling the pressure as new polling shows 58% of voters view the cost of living as their top concern. The Democratic Party has released its extensive 2024 election autopsy report, sparking internal debate over messaging failures and the key demographic shifts that influenced the outcome. "Fox News Sunday" Anchor and Host of the Living the Bream podcast Shannon Bream joins to discuss the report's critique of the party's decision-making during the last presidential election, the U.S. indicting former Cuba President Raúl Castro, and how a highly controversial $1.8 billion "weaponization fund" is dividing Republicans in the Senate. PLUS, commentary by David Marcus, columnist for FOX News Digital.  PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Following primary losses for high-profile incumbents Thomas Massie and Bill Cassidy, does President Trump's endorsement remain the GOP's most powerful currency? Former NRSC senior advisor Matt Whitlock joins the Rundown to discuss how this "political machine" could be clearing the field of GOP opposition as we look ahead to the high-stakes Texas Senate runoff between Senator John Cornyn and Ken Paxton. Plus, the question remains: can this primary momentum defeat Democrats in November? As the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, the upcoming National Memorial Day Concert steps into the spotlight to honor the heavy sacrifices made by servicemembers. Gary Sinise, acclaimed actor, philanthropist, and founder of the Gary Sinise Foundation, joins us to discuss the profound importance of honoring generations of veterans. Sinise shares a personal tribute to his late son, a talented composer whose music will once again soar at the concert, and underscores why we must aggressively preserve firsthand history to ensure future generations never forget the true cost of freedom. PLUS, commentary by Jason Rantz, author of What's Killing America, and the host of The Jason Rantz Show. PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared a growing Ebola outbreak in Central Africa as an international public health emergency sparking concerns the deadly virus could spread beyond the region, including into the United States. The outbreak has been linked to dozens of suspected deaths in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and neighboring Uganda. Ebola is a zoonotic, viral disease that is rare but life-threatening, starting in species like antelope, fruit bats and nonhuman primates. FOX's Tonya J. Powers speaks with Dr. Tyler Evans, an infectious disease physician, CEO of the 'Wellness Equity Alliance', and author of "Pandemics, Poverty, and Politics: Decoding the Social and Political Drivers of Pandemics from Plague to COVID-19", who says the death rate of this strain could become very high, and we always learn a lot from every outbreak. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As negotiations with Iran continue under the threat of military action, is a diplomatic breakthrough is actually within reach? Former NSC Senior Director Michael Allen joins us to break down the reality of Iran's nuclear progress at "Pickaxe Mountain" and the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz. With gas prices rising and the U.S. maintaining a blockade, who has the advantage of time: a democracy facing elections or an authoritarian regime? Viral videos of college graduates booing corporate commencement speakers have sparked a national conversation about why Gen Z is so outspoken against the rapid rise of AI. In 2024, Representative Jay Obernolte (R-CA) chaired the Bipartisan House Task Force on Artificial Intelligence to explore how Congress can secure American innovation while balancing national security. He joins to discuss the growing public anxiety surrounding AI and how Washington plans to protect the next generation of the workforce. PLUS, commentary by Jonathan Alpert, psychotherapist in New York City and Washington, D.C. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Cuban President Raúl Castro has been indicted in connection to his alleged role in the 1996 downing of two planes operated by the Miami-based exile group 'Brothers to the Rescue'. Four Americans were killed while flying in civilian aircrafts when a Cuban military aircraft shot their planes down in international waters. It's the latest flashpoint in the U.S.-Cuba relationship after CIA Director Ratcliffe traveled to the island warning Havana to reform. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Christine Balling, former U.S. Defense Advisor and the Senior Vice President at the Institute of World Politics, who says it is a move that could inspire the Cuban people to take back their country from the decades long dictatorship. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Estonian Foreign Intelligence Service has made a military assessment of Russia, and they say Moscow has no intention of militarily attacking Estonia or any other NATO member states in the coming year. They expect a similar assessment next year because Estonia and their NATO partners have taken certain steps that compel the Kremlin to look honestly and ask it could actually can be a terrible risk attempting. Meanwhile, Estonia remains a dedicated ally to Ukraine having given them over a billion euros in military equipment, humanitarian and refugee aid. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Estonian Ambassador Kristjan Prikk who says NATO and the United States need to return to better standing in order to ensure Russia does not invade anymore of their neighbors. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump meets with his national security team today after warning Iran that the 'clock is ticking' to make a deal which ensures Tehran will never obtain a nuclear weapon. Former CIA Chief of Station and FOX News Contributor Dan Hoffman joins the Rundown to discuss the likelihood of renewed military strikes and the potential for "decapitation" strikes against Iranian leadership. Plus, Hoffman warns of a massive Chinese espionage threat and why he says the U.S. must harden private sector defenses against relentless intellectual property theft. Following the sudden overturn of Alex Murdaugh's murder conviction, South Carolina prosecutors are weighing a high-stakes move to pursue the death penalty in a retrial. Meanwhile, Murdaugh's defense team is filing a civil lawsuit against former court clerk Becky Hill over allegations of rampant jury tampering. Criminal defense attorney and host of the Crime and Justice podcast, Donna Rotunno, joins the Rundown to unpack the strategic calculations happening behind the scenes. She also discusses the latest developments in the case against Luigi Mangione, the man accused of murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. PLUS, commentary by FOX News contributor Joe Concha.  PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

John Maytham speaks to Judith February from Freedom Under Law about a new report warning that South Africa’s Constitutional Court is under severe strain due to a surge in applications and growing delays in the justice system. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1. A “Power-Focused” Agenda Democratic proposals are primarily about gaining and preserving political control, not policy issues like the economy, crime, or border security. Examples include: Electoral College reform Supreme Court expansion Redistricting changes Statehood for D.C. and Puerto Rico 2. Election System Changes Key proposals discussed: Ending or reforming the Electoral College → reducing influence of smaller states. Multi-member districts → benefiting dense urban (Democratic) areas. Expanding Supreme Court (court-packing) → a way to influence rulings. 3. Judiciary and Legal System Concerns Efforts to impose ethics rules or penalties on judicial nominees are politically motivated. These could be used to pressure or intimidate judges, especially conservatives. 4. Statehood for D.C. and Puerto Rico Add additional Democratic-leaning Senate seats Shift the balance of power in Congress 5. Redistricting (Gerrymandering) Debate Historically using gerrymandering to control representation in certain states. Attempting further changes (e.g., Virginia case) to increase their advantage 6. California Political Scenario There are concerns about: A potential situation where two Republicans advance in a statewide race They are willing to intervene if the outcome is unfavorable. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/verdictwithtedcruz X: https://x.com/tedcruz X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Six more states head to the polls this Tuesday as the 2026 primary season intensifies. Following results in Louisiana that saw incumbent Senator Bill Cassidy ousted from a runoff, targeted Republicans in Alabama, Georgia, Ohio, Kentucky, Oregon, and Pennsylvania are on high alert. Is the "Trump Effect" reshaping the GOP landscape ahead of the November midterms? Political strategist and co-founder of South and Hill Strategies, Colin Reed, joins the Rundown to break down the key battlegrounds. The push for cryptocurrency regulation on Capitol Hill just cleared a major hurdle, but experts warn that finding true "clarity" is a marathon, not a print. The Clarity Act is now heading to the Senate floor after a bipartisan vote in the Senate Banking Committee—though not without fierce opposition from critics. FOX Business' Darren Botelho, was on the ground at the Capitol for the vote. He joins the Rundown to dive into how this bill differs from last year's Genius Act, and why community banks are terrified of these digital firms. PLUS, commentary by Jason Chaffetz, FOX News contributor and the host of the Jason In The House podcast on FOX News Radio.  PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Throughout the week, FBN is taking a deep dive into the digital asset industry. “Making Money with Charles Payne” host Charles Payne will anchor the “FOX Business In Depth” special, “The Crypto Campaign,” this Wednesday evening. The special week-long focus comes just as the Digital Marketplace Asset Clarity Act is teed up for the full Senate after the Senate Banking Committee voted 15–9 to advance it. The act would provide a regulatory framework for cryptocurrency. Florida Republican Senator Rick Scott spoke with FOX Business Network's Darren Botelho to discuss the potential hurdles ahead for the bill's passage and why the senator believes the government needs to get out of the way of the cryptocurrency industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A new report, released by Israel's nonprofit the 'Civil Commission', details ‘systematic' rape and sexual violence during Hamas Oct. 7th terror attack on Israel. Hamas militants and their allies wanted “to maximize pain and suffering” on their victims with gang-rapes, sexual torture, and forced nudity. The sexual violence did not end the day of the attack but continued to happen to women, children and men that were taken hostage and forced into the underground tunnels of Gaza. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Aviva Siegel, held hostage by Hamas for nearly two months after being kidnapped with her husband, author of the book 'Survived To Tell', who shares her story, and why the information in this new report is so important for the world. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Trump administration's redistricting push and legislative maneuvers are reshaping the political landscape, with Speaker Mike Johnson labeling Democratic responses as "institutional arson". FOX News Chief Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram joins to discuss the potential for a South without Democratic districts, the Republican-led effort to eliminate Jim Clyburn's seat in South Carolina, and the controversy surrounding a high-stakes reconciliation package that includes billion-dollar funding for White House ballroom security.Plus, U.S. Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch joins to discuss the decline in civic literacy among American youth, his transition from legal writing to storytelling, and his new children's book, Heroes of 1776: The Story of the Declaration of Independence.  PHOTO CREIDT: AP PHOTO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Supreme Court of the United States Justice Neil Gorsuch was the first of President Donald Trump's three nominees to be confirmed to the highest court in the land. As of today, he has been there for nine years and has already been a part of several rulings that could change the course of America's future. But as the USA prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, Justice Gorsuch is looking back. In a new children's book he co-authored with Janie Nitze, he is trying to help kids understand the people who helped form our country and how they shaped the world we live in today. “Heroes of 1776: The Story of the Declaration of Independence" highlights our history through the thoughts and actions of ordinary people who did extraordinary things. Justice Neil Gorsuch recently joined Fox News Rundown host Gurnal Scott to discuss the book and America's 250th birthday. He discussed some of the people in American history that not only kids but also their parents may not know about, and why learning about America's past should give us confidence that our country can overcome today's challenges. Justice Gorsuch also discussed his day job a bit and what he believes his responsibility is on the Supreme Court. We often have to cut interviews short during the week, but we thought you might like to hear the full interview. Today on the Fox News Rundown Extra, we share our entire interview with Justice Gorsuch and let you hear more from someone with a front-row seat to the inner workings of American government. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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President Trump returns from his high-stakes talks with Beijing and says that Chinese leader Xi Jinping offered to help negotiate an end to the Iranian conflict and the opening of the Strait of Hormuz. China is the biggest buyer of oil and gas that passes through the strategic waterway. Meanwhile, Iranian news agencies claim a few Chinese commercial ships were being allowed through the strait. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Justin Fulcher, former senior advisor to Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, who says the meeting was a first step in bettering relations with China, and the only way to move forward is with more open dialogue between the two countries. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The President's trip to China has concluded with new agreements on agriculture and trade, but major geopolitical tensions remain, particularly over Taiwan. Senior Fellow at the Atlantic Council and former NSC Chief of Staff Alex Gray joins the show to unpack the summit's real wins, the looming uncertainty over the Strait of Hormuz, and the administration's evolving strategy toward the People's Republic. Plus, FOX News Contributor Karl Rove dissects the high-stakes redistricting battle in Virginia following a state Supreme Court ruling that has thrown the map, and the upcoming elections, into chaos.   PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The deadly Hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean last month continues to keep people on edge worldwide. U.S. health officials are monitoring dozens of people across the country for symptoms. Eighteen of them were on the Dutch cruise ship and are being quarantined in health facilities in Omaha and Atlanta. When reports of the outbreak began, many were reminded of the 2020 pandemic, when COVID-19 caused worldwide lockdowns, economic turmoil, and millions of deaths. But while officials across the globe are concerned about the spread of hantavirus, most are confident this will not be a repeat of the crisis the world faced six years ago. Former CDC Director Dr. Robert Redfield is one of those experts who says, “This is not COVID.” He joined FOX News Rundown host Dave Anthony to discuss the alarm the hantavirus is causing. He explained how hantavirus spreads and why it can be dangerous for those who are infected. He also explained how it's different from COVID, which was a mystery at the time. Redfield also discussed the mistakes made during the COVID crisis and how learning from them will help the world deal with future outbreaks. We often have to cut interviews short during the week, but we thought you might like to hear the full interview. Today on the Fox News Rundown Extra, we share our entire interview with Dr. Robert Redfield. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Americans are carrying more debt than ever, but is the "danger zone" actually here? As a new inflation report shows prices climbing again, disposable income is getting squeezed even while consumer spending remains strong. FOX Business Contributor Lou Basenese joins us to break down the latest New York Fed data, exploring how global conflict affects your wallet and how to manage high-interest debt in a "higher for longer" environment. What happened to the American scientists who had suddenly died or vanished? A new FOX Nation special, "Vanished: America's Missing Scientists," investigates the mysterious disappearances and deaths of at least 11 individuals tied to U.S. nuclear, defense, and aerospace programs since 2022. While some say these tragic events are coincidences, others see a dire threat to national security. Theoretical physicist and best-selling author Dr. Michio Kaku joins the Rundown to discuss why these "coincidences" are making him uncomfortable. PLUS, commentary by Ted Jenkin, president of Exit Stage Left Advisors and Host of The Red, White & Green Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

“Very successful” is how President Trump is describing his historic state visit to China. He says China not only offered to help broker an end to the Iran conflict, but could also invest hundreds of billions of dollars into U.S. companies. From soybeans to jets, Trump says China's President Xi Jinping promised to buy more American goods, with Xi reportedly saying China would, quote, “open wider” to U.S. companies. Some of that money could flow into U.S. tech giants, with CEOs including Tim Cook, Elon Musk, and Jensen Huang joining the president in Beijing. But should corporate America be careful? For years, the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has been accused of stealing American technology, intellectual property, and data—using U.S. innovation to fuel China's own rise. David Shedd, the former Acting Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency and co-author of The Great Heist: China's Epic Campaign to Steal America's Secrets, joins FOX Business Network's Lydia Hu to discuss the risks U.S. companies take when doing business with China, the CCP's decades-long history of stealing America's advancements, and what businesses can do to protect their most precious secrets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This Day in Legal History: Abe Fortas Resigns SCOTUSOn May 15, 1969, Justice Abe Fortas resigned from the United States Supreme Court, becoming the first justice to leave the Court under the threat of impeachment. Fortas had been appointed to the Court in 1965 by President Lyndon B. Johnson, a close friend and political ally. His reputation had already been damaged in 1968, when Johnson tried to elevate him to Chief Justice and the nomination failed after senators criticized his outside income and ties to the president. The controversy deepened when it became public that Fortas had accepted a financial arrangement from the family foundation of Louis Wolfson, a financier who was later convicted of securities violations. Although Fortas returned the money, the arrangement created the appearance that a sitting Supreme Court justice might be financially entangled with someone who had legal troubles. That appearance alone was enough to cause a major crisis for the Court's legitimacy.Members of Congress began discussing impeachment, and Fortas ultimately resigned before a formal impeachment process could remove him. His departure became an important example of how judicial ethics are not limited to actual corruption, but also include conduct that undermines public confidence in judicial independence. The episode also showed the tension between life tenure and accountability for federal judges. Article III judges are protected from political pressure through lifetime appointments, but they can still face removal through impeachment for serious misconduct.Fortas's resignation left a lasting mark on debates over Supreme Court ethics, outside income, recusals, and financial disclosure. More than fifty years later, the Fortas controversy is still cited when questions arise about whether Supreme Court justices should follow clearer and more enforceable ethics rules.Closing arguments ended Thursday in Elon Musk's federal trial against OpenAI, Sam Altman, Greg Brockman, and Microsoft, with the case now headed to a nine-member jury. Musk's lawyer argued that OpenAI violated its charitable mission by shifting assets, employees, and value from its nonprofit structure into a for-profit enterprise now worth hundreds of billions of dollars. He focused heavily on Altman's credibility, telling jurors that OpenAI's defense depends on believing Altman and pointing to testimony and documents that Musk says show dishonesty, conflicts, and self-enrichment. Musk's side also attacked Brockman's large equity stake and cited old journal entries as evidence that OpenAI insiders were thinking about personal wealth while controlling a nonprofit mission. Microsoft was portrayed by Musk's team as helping the alleged breach by investing billions and gaining major access to OpenAI's intellectual property and business structure. OpenAI's lawyers responded that Musk's claims are late, unsupported, and driven by his status as a competitor rather than by concern for charitable law. They argued Musk's donations were not legally restricted gifts, that he once sought control of OpenAI himself, and that he did not object to earlier restructuring documents. OpenAI also emphasized that the nonprofit remains in control and now holds a stake worth roughly $200 billion, which its lawyers described as enormous value created for the charity, not stolen from it. Microsoft's lawyer argued the company did not know of any specific conditions on Musk's donations and was not involved in the core events Musk complains about. In rebuttal, Musk's lawyer said OpenAI and Microsoft were distracting the jury from documents and texts showing that Musk funded OpenAI based on a specific nonprofit safety mission. The jury is scheduled to begin deliberations Monday.‘Who's Telling The Truth?' Musk-OpenAI Fight Goes To Jury - Law360 UKMusk accused of ‘selective amnesia,' Altman of lying as OpenAI trial nears end | ReutersThe Senate Banking Committee advanced the Clarity Act, a major crypto regulation bill that would set clearer rules for digital assets and define which regulators oversee different parts of the industry. The Republican-led committee approved the bill with support from all Republicans and two Democrats, Senators Ruben Gallego and Angela Alsobrooks, giving the measure a better chance of reaching the full Senate. Even so, both Democrats warned they may not support the final version unless negotiations change. The bill is important to the crypto industry because it would help determine when tokens are treated as securities, commodities, or something else, which companies say is necessary for growth and legal certainty. Several Democrats objected that the proposal does not go far enough on anti-money laundering protections and should do more to stop public officials from profiting from crypto ventures. Banks are also fighting part of the bill because they fear crypto companies could use stablecoin rewards to compete with traditional deposits. The dispute led to tense committee negotiations, including a late compromise that Chairman Tim Scott allowed while rejecting some other Democratic amendments. Crypto groups have pushed hard for the legislation after spending heavily to support pro-crypto candidates in 2024. The White House is also backing crypto reform, and the House already passed its version of the Clarity Act last year. Supporters see the committee vote as a milestone after years of work, while critics, including Senator Elizabeth Warren, warn the bill favors the crypto industry at the expense of consumers, investors, national security, and the financial system. The bill now moves to the full Senate, where lobbying from crypto companies, banks, and consumer-protection advocates is likely to intensify.US Senate committee advances crypto bill in milestone for digital assets | ReutersA federal appeals court in Washington heard arguments over the Trump administration's attempt to revive executive orders targeting four major law firms: Perkins Coie, Jenner & Block, WilmerHale, and Susman Godfrey. The firms had previously won in lower court, where judges found the orders unconstitutional. The executive orders punished the firms over issues including their legal work, hiring practices, diversity policies, and political connections. They also sought to restrict the firms' lawyers from federal buildings, cancel government contracts held by their clients, and remove security clearances from firm employees. The Justice Department argued that the firms' business relationships and hiring decisions are not protected by the First Amendment, and that courts should not second-guess presidential decisions involving national security. Judges on the D.C. Circuit appeared skeptical of the administration's broad view of presidential authority, especially the claim that security clearance decisions are unreviewable even when allegedly made for improper reasons. Paul Clement, arguing for the firms, said the orders threatened the First Amendment and the ability of lawyers to represent unpopular clients without government retaliation. He warned that accepting the administration's theory could allow presidents to punish lawyers or firms based on political affiliation. Judge Neomi Rao, a Trump appointee, seemed more receptive to the administration's argument that courts have limited power to review security clearance decisions. The case is part of a broader fight over presidential power and whether the government can use executive authority to punish lawyers and firms viewed as political opponents. The appeals court also heard a related case involving lawyer Mark Zaid's security clearance. Any ruling from the D.C. Circuit could eventually be appealed to the Supreme Court.US appeals court questions Trump's push to punish major law firms | Reuters This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe