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The Fox News Rundown

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The FOX News Rundown is the place to find in-depth reporting on the news that impacts you. Each morning, Mike Emanuel, Dave Anthony, Lisa Brady, Jessica Rosenthal, and Chris Foster take a deep dive into the major and controversial stories of the day, tapping into the massive reporting resources of FOX News to provide a full picture of the news.    Plus, every night, The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition brings you even more coverage of the day's biggest stories and on the weekend, you’ll hear everything that’s going on in the beltway with The FOX News Rundown: From Washington and special uncut, unedited interviews with The FOX News Rundown: Extra.    Each day The FOX News Rundown features insight from top newsmakers, along with FOX News reporters and contributors, plus a daily commentary on a significant issue of the day. Check us out twice a day, every day.
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The Concern Over Iranian Illegal Migrants, "Sleeper Cells"

Following the U.S. airstrikes targeting Iranian nuclear sites over the weekend, there has been increased concern about potential terrorism in America. Border pundits have forecast that the surge in illegal immigration under the Biden administration could have granted members of Iranian terror cells access to the country. FOX News national correspondent Bill Melugin joins the Rundown to discuss the current management of the southern border and the latest Supreme Court decision regarding 3rd-count...

Jun 25, 202534 min

Evening Edition: Trump Heads To NATO Summit Angry Over Ceasefire Violations

President Trump is at the NATO summit in the Netherlands this week, just hours after announcing a ceasefire deal was made between Israel and Iran to end the '12-Day War'. President Trump lashed out at both countries after he said they both 'violated' the ceasefire agreement just made. Where does the ceasefire stand and with the tensions between Israel and Iran looming large over the summit, what world leaders join the United States it trying to end the conflict? FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Edwa...

Jun 24, 202516 min

War And The Role Of Congress

After the U.S. strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities over the weekend, on Monday Iran began their retaliation. Several Iranian missiles were launched at the U.S. Air Force base in Qatar, which were ultimately intercepted. This week, American lawmakers are seeking further information about these strikes, with some even questioning why this mission occurred without congressional approval. Senator Deb Fischer (R-NE) joins the Rundown to explain the strategic implications of President Trump’s decisio...

Jun 24, 202532 min

Evening Edition: Is Iran Ripe For Regime Change?

Following the successful air strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities by the United States Military this weekend, President Trump teased the possibility of regime change in Tehran. While Israel has said their main objectives in Iran were to dismantle their nuclear and ballistic missile programs, and if this spurs a change in government there they would be happy with that outcome. Meanwhile, Iran fired missiles at a U.S. Military base in Qatar, but no injuries have been reported. FOX’s Eben Brown sp...

Jun 23, 202516 min

Business Rundown: Muted Markets Await Iranian Response

After the United States struck three Iranian nuclear sites over the weekend, many expected volatility in the markets. But, as of 10 AM ET Monday morning, the major stock indexes and oil prices appear to not be shifting dramatically—suggesting that investors may not react until Tehran does. FOX Business co-anchor Taylor Riggs speaks with AIER economist Paul Mueller to break down how the unfolding situation in the Middle East stands to impact the U.S. markets and prices. Photo Credit: White House ...

Jun 23, 202519 min

President Trump Drops The “Hammer” On Iran

On Saturday night, the U.S. military attacked several Iranian nuclear facilities in an attempt to eliminate their potential. Following the announcement, President Trump addressed the nation, boasting the U.S. "obliterated" Iran's nuclear capabilities. Some Americans fear this may drag the United States into an open-ended war. However, the Trump administration rejects those claims. Chairman of the House Intelligence Committee, Rep. Rick Crawford (AR-01) joins the Rundown to discuss what inspired ...

Jun 23, 202533 min

Extra: Deliveries, Taxis, War ... And The Future Of Drones

The White House says President Trump's executive orders on drones, signed earlier this month, will "unleash American drone dominance." It directs the Federal Aviation Administration to expedite the development of new rules governing the operation and flight paths of unmanned aircraft systems. It will also loosen some regulations, create new ones, and attempt to integrate drones into air traffic more effectively. Michael Healander is the founder and CEO of the drone operations management company,...

Jun 22, 202521 min

From Washington: Debate Over The Budget Bill Gets SALT-y

As the Senate prepares to vote on the revised version of President Trump’s "Big Beautiful Bill," tension has once again risen over its contents, particularly over language pertaining to the SALT deduction cap. While the House bill raised the cap to $40,000, the Senate’s version lowers it back to $10,000. With the issue of SALT being a sticking point for key blue-state Republicans, the Senate’s tweak may put the bill’s final passage in jeopardy. Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram joi...

Jun 22, 202537 min

Extra: A Former Hamas Hostage Returns Home. His Father Tells His Story.

Edan Alexander, an American taken hostage during the Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas attack on Israel, returned to the United States this week and was given a big welcome by his hometown of Tenafly, New Jersey, on Thursday afternoon. Edan was serving in the Israeli Defense Forces when Hamas terrorists ambushed and captured him. For 584 days, Edan was a hostage in the Gaza tunnels until he was freed on May 12th of this year. Just days before his return to the U.S., his father, Adi Alexander, joined FOX News ...

Jun 21, 202523 min

From Washington: Iran And The Risks Of A Broader War

President Trump is weighing his options on how best to eliminate Iran’s nuclear capabilities. The U.S. assessment is that Iran could have several nukes ready to go in a matter of weeks. Should the president order an attack, the belief is it would include unique U.S. capabilities that Israel does not have, including massive bunker buster bombs flown by B-2 bombers. General Jack Keane, a retired four-star general, the Chairman of the Institute for the Study of War, and FOX News Senior Strategic An...

Jun 21, 202541 min

Evening Edition: MAGA and the Debate Over US Intervention with Iran

Ever since Israel launched "Operation Rising Lion" targeting Iran’s nuclear and missile programs, there has been debate inside and outside the White House about how much involvement America should have in the conflict. But the split over intervention isn’t just among Republicans and Democrats; it is also among President Trump’s base. Social media and traditional news outlets have given this divide a lot of attention, but is the so-called unrest among MAGA overblown? Journalist and Free Press col...

Jun 21, 202516 min

Business Rundown: Apple Facing "Stringent Regulations" Abroad

iPhone maker Apple found itself in the crosshairs of the EU’s antitrust regulators this week. Now the company faces an ultimatum: comply with their rules for Big Tech or face serious fines. FOX Business co-anchor of The Big Money Show Taylor Riggs speaks with Senior Tech Fellow at the Center for European Policy Analysis, Enrique, about the business conditions for big American tech companies in Europe, Apple’s choices moving forward, and how the EU’s stringent regulations have stifled innovation....

Jun 20, 202517 min

The Politics Surrounding U.S. Involvement In Iran

The latest FOX News poll results show 79% of Americans do believe Iran poses a serious threat, with 78% saying they are “extremely worried about Iran acquiring a nuclear bomb.” President Trump has stressed that while he is not angling for U.S. involvement and he would have preferred they just signed a fair nuclear deal, he firmly believes we cannot allow Tehran to have a nuclear weapon. In two weeks' time, his administration will make a decision on U.S. involvement. FOX News Sunday anchor Shanno...

Jun 20, 202533 min

Evening Edition: The Probe Into President Biden's Autopen Use

Republicans have launched an investigation into former President Biden’s use of the autopen and whether his signature on certain White House documents, including pardons, is valid. California Republican Congressman Darrell Issa joins the FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition to discuss why he believes it's possible that the former President did not authorize some autopen signatures and that there was an effort by the White House to cover up Biden’s ‘diminished capacity.’ Rep. Issa also weighs in on ...

Jun 19, 202516 min

The 'Big, Beautiful Bill' May Be Hitting A Snag

On Monday, the Senate Finance Committee released their revisions to the "Big Beautiful Bill," pushing for deeper tax cuts and lowering the State and Local Tax (SALT) cap back to $10,000. These changes have sparked some friction between Senate and House Republicans, as President Trump warned that failure to pass his bill could lead to "the highest tax increase in history instead of the greatest tax cut in history." Congressman Mike Lawler (R-NY) joins the Rundown to defend raising the SALT cap to...

Jun 19, 202531 min

Evening Edition: What U.S. Intervention In Iran May Look Like

Now in its sixth day, Israel’s Operation Rising Lion continues to target Iran’s nuclear sites, military leaders, and missile launchers. Calls for the U.S. to join the airstrikes against Iran are increasing, as are calls against such a move. Meanwhile, President Trump has not confirmed whether he will strike Iran directly, but he hinted on Wednesday that a decision may be forthcoming. K.T. McFarland, who served as Deputy National Security Advisor to President Trump during his first administration...

Jun 18, 202517 min

Hostage Families Remain Hopeful As Israel Fights Multiple Wars

On October 7th, 2023, Edan Alexander became one of the many Israelis kidnapped by the terror organization Hamas. Originally born in New Jersey, Edan was serving in the Israeli Defense Force when Hamas terrorists ambushed and captured him. For 584 days, Edan was a hostage in the Gaza tunnels until May 12th, 2025. Edan was freed, and his family says their "nightmare came to an end." Edan's father, Adi Alexander, joins the Rundown to describe the terror he and his family experienced while expressin...

Jun 18, 202535 min

Evening Edition: President Trump Weighs US Involvement in Iran

Israel has been scoring victories against Iran in what has now been five days of strikes against the Islamic Republic, with the broader goal of destroying their nuclear weapon capabilities. So far the American military has only helped Israel to defend itself from Iranian ballistic missiles, but recent moves from President Trump suggest he is weighing U.S. involvement. Vice President at the Lexington Institute and national security expert Dr. Rebecca Grant joins FOX's John Saucier to explain the ...

Jun 17, 202517 min

The President Ramps Up Immigration Raids In Big Cities

As anti-ICE protests persist in Los Angeles, California Governor Gavin Newsom is working to regain control of the thousands of National Guard and Marine Corps troops deployed in the city. Both he and LA Mayor Karen Bass have attributed the violence at the demonstrations to the military's presence. Meanwhile, President Trump argues that he has saved the City of Angels from being destroyed. Florida Senator Ashley Moody (R-FL) joins the Rundown to discuss the crackdown on illegal immigration and bo...

Jun 17, 202533 min

Evening Edition: Is Regime Change In Iran A Reality?

It's been less than a week since direct hostilities ignited between Israel and Iran. Israel’s government claimed Iran was too close to achieving nuclear weapons and that it needed to commence a plan to stop them since negotiations with the U.S. seemed to go nowhere. Since the fighting began late last week, we've seen Israel, using both air strikes and commandos on the ground, eliminate key leaders in Iran’s government, military, and domestic police forces, as well as their top nuclear scientists...

Jun 16, 202514 min

Business Rundown: Trump Arrives At G7, Israel-Iran Conflict & Trade High On The Agenda

Over the weekend, President Trump arrived in Canada for the G7 summit, where issues like the Israel-Iran conflict and U.S. tariffs are expected to be high up on the agenda. FOX Business' The Big Money Show co-anchor Taylor Riggs speaks with Senior Energy Market Analyst at the Price Futures Group Phil Flynn about the latest fluctuations in oil prices, President Trump zeroing in on trade priorities at the G7, and the Middle East’s reaction to the Israel-Iran hostilities. Photo Credit: AP Learn mor...

Jun 16, 202517 min

Renewed Calls To Quell Political Violence

On Saturday evening, thousands congregated in Washington D.C. to celebrate 250 years of the U.S. Army; this occurred amidst an escalated military conflict in the Middle East between Israel and Iran. On Thursday night, Israel made a strike on the Iranian regime and its nuclear sites; continuing strikes between the two nations have followed. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-09) joined the Rundown to discuss attending the army parade and his concern for Americans' and politicians' safety. Earlier ...

Jun 16, 202534 min

Extra: Untold Stories And Hidden Dangers Of The Game Warden Service

This week, retired Marine Staff Sergeant and Fox News Contributor Joey Jones joined the FOX News Rundown as a special guest host and spoke with Jeremy Judd as part of our ongoing series looking at “great Americans.” Judd, a proud veteran of the Maine Warden Service, discusses his more than twenty years of service. While game wardens may not receive the notoriety of other first responders, he explained how they, too, put their lives in danger, often working alongside police officers and others in...

Jun 15, 202526 min

From Washington: Sen. Padilla Incident Creates More Capitol Hill Divide

It may have been in California, but Senator Alex Padilla (D-CA)'s removal from Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's press conference sent shockwaves throughout Washington, after the Senator was forced out of the room and handcuffed by ICE agents. Though the Senator was let go after agents heard him identify himself, the incident has deepened divisions on Capitol Hill. FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram breaks down both parties' perspectives on the situation, and discus...

Jun 15, 202537 min

Extra: Agroterrorism? AI Weaponization? Student Spies? ... A Look At How China Is Trying To Undermine the U.S.

Concerns about China's espionage campaign against the United States are growing. Most recently, China has faced scrutiny following the arrest of three Chinese nationals, including one who attempted to smuggle illegal biological materials, potentially harmful to crops, into the U.S. from a university in Wuhan, China. This has sparked fears about agroterrorism. Earlier this week, Jim Lewis, a former diplomat and senior advisor at the Center for International Studies (CIS), joined host Dave Anthony...

Jun 14, 202520 min

From Washington: President Trump Vs. Governor Newsom

This week, demonstrators took to the streets of Los Angeles to protest ICE raids being carried out in the area. President Trump responded to the unrest by deploying California National Guard troops and active-duty Marines, an action that sparked a legal and personal feud between the President and California Governor Gavin Newsom. FOX News Radio Correspondent Krystin Goodwin shares her reporting from Los Angeles and discusses the political clash between the Trump administration and California's s...

Jun 14, 202532 min

Evening Edition: Israel Launches Strike Against Iran's Nuclear Facilities

The Israel Defense Forces launched an attack on Iranian nuclear facilities, nuclear scientists and Iranian military commanders following months of failed nuclear negotiations. Israel's 'Operation Rising Lion' was launched in order to destroy Iran's ability to make nuclear weapons. Iran countered with a barrage of ballistic missiles launched into Israel. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Dr. Jonathan Schanzer, senior vice president for research at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD), speak...

Jun 14, 202518 min

Business Rundown: Middle East Escalations Muddle World Markets

World stock markets fell, and oil prices climbed on Friday, following Israel’s wave of airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities and missile factories. FOX Business correspondent Lydia Hu is joined by The Bear Trap Report founder & author of "How To Listen When Markets Speak," Larry McDonald to analyze the impact this conflict has for Americans and what's behind the rallying consumer sentiment. Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jun 13, 202519 min

Democratic Governors Forced To Defend Sanctuary Policies

A busy week in the beltway, with new developments on everything from trade deals to health policy and Supreme Court rulings to crucial immigration enforcement decisions. Tensions continued to flare this week over ICE agents’ arrests in Los Angeles. Meanwhile, Blue state governors have been forced to grapple with their own state governments’ sanctuary rules that appear at odds with federal guidelines. FOX News Sunday anchor Shannon Bream joins to break down the latest impactful High Court rulings...

Jun 13, 202536 min

Evening Edition: Iran Talks To Resume Sunday Amid Concern Of Israeli Strike

President Trump did not use the word 'imminent' when asked if an attack by Israel on Iran would happen, but suggested it is possible. This after a decision was made to evacuate non-essential personnel in embassies across the Middle East, Israel saying they are ready to take action against Iran's nuclear sites and Iran promising retaliation if that happens. Meanwhile, U.S. Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff will be heading to Oman this weekend for another round of nuclear negotiations...

Jun 12, 202514 min
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