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President Trump extends the ceasefire with Iran, but only for three to five days according to the White House. President Trump announced the extension as the original ceasefire was set to expire Tuesday night. He said the U.S. would give Tehran more time to present a "unified proposal" under which peace talks could resume in Pakistan. If the ceasefire ends without a deal, the President has promised to destroy Iran's energy and transportation infrastructure. FOX’s John Saucier speaks with Matt Fi...
As questions mount over the mysterious disappearances and deaths among high-level researchers, national security concerns have been sparked, and the focus now shifts to whether or not these cases are directly linked to United States classified aerospace and weapons programs. Missouri Congressman Eric Burlison joins to discuss why the suspicious suicide of a former intelligence officer and the unexplained vanishing of researchers from NASA and the Los Alamos National Laboratory have prompted a fo...
Expectations are building over the prospect of a second round of U.S.-Iran talks that could take place in Islamabad in the coming days as President Trump says he is "highly unlikely" to extend the two-week ceasefire. Now, Iran threatens to use 'new cards' on the battlefield as the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports continues to be successful. As the ceasefire deadline approaches, the question still remains, who in Iran holds the power to actually make a deal? FOX’s John Saucier speaks with Greg Palk...
The episode delves into the confirmation hearing for Federal Reserve nominee Kevin Warsh, examining his controversial stance on interest rate cuts and the political maneuvers delaying his approval. It also features a deep dive into the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) Section 702, with an expert explaining its post-9/11 origins, its vital role in national security against terrorism and cyber threats, and the debate surrounding privacy concerns. Additionally, the podcast includes commentary lambasting New York and New Jersey Democratic leaders for their perceived incompetence in handling 2026 World Cup transportation and broader urban governance issues.
A United States Navy destroyer intercepted an Iranian-flagged cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, firing into its engine room after repeated warnings. Following a six-hour standoff, U.S. Marines then repelled from helicopters onto the ship taking custody of the vessel. President Donald Trump issued Tehran a stern warning, still threatening to 'take out their bridges and power plants' if ongoing peace talks fail, as Iran's new and aggressive hardline IRGC leader consolidates his military control....
The ceasefire between the United States and Iran is set to expire soon, and oil prices climbed following Tehran’s escalated tensions in the Strait of Hormuz this weekend. Kenny Polcari, a partner and chief market strategist at Slatestone Wealth LLC , joins FOX News Contributor Lou Basenese to discuss the market’s resilience to geopolitical headlines, the outlook for big tech earnings, and how a potential change in Federal Reserve leadership could impact interest rates. Learn more about your ad c...
A high-stakes redistricting fight in Virginia is heading to voters, with a ballot measure that could temporarily shift control of congressional map-drawing back to state lawmakers. Virginia Republican Congressman Ben Cline joins the Rundown to discuss the legal and political stakes of changing district maps mid-decade and why he believes this proposal was pushed through improperly and could reshape the state’s map to heavily favor Democrats in upcoming midterm election. Plus, as a member of the ...
What is really happening inside the Ivy League? This week, New York Republican Congresswoman Elise Stefanik joined the FOX News Rundown and Jessica Rosenthal to discuss her provocative new book, Poisoned Ivies: The Inside Account of the Academic and Moral Rot at America’s Elite Universitie s. Stefanik, who dominated headlines following her viral questioning of university presidents during a 2023 congressional hearing, opens up about the fallout from that day and why she believes antisemitism has...
The foster care system is in a capacity crisis, with a nearly 20-percent decline in licensed homes in the past seven years, children are being 'aged out' and forced to stay in government buildings. Health and Human Services Assistant Secretary Alex Adams joins to dive into the federal effort to move kids out of government offices and into stable homes. Elite universities are facing a moral rot from a serious rise of campus radicalism, and America's core institutions are under the microscope. New...
Is the "Medical Tourism" bargain worth the risk? Millions of Americans travel abroad every year for everything from cosmetic surgery and dental work to cancer treatments and organ transplants. While the primary draw is often the significantly lower price tag, the hidden costs can be deadly. From unapproved medical products to the harrowing "horror stories" of procedures gone wrong in destinations like Turkey and Mexico, the dangers of seeking care outside U.S. regulations are rising. FOX News Ru...
It’s been a busy week on Capitol Hill as Congress returns from a lengthy recess. Amid a record-long DHS shutdown and debate over an extension of the Foreign Intelligence and Surveillance Act, they must also contend with two scandal-ridden resignations, with another two potentially not far off. FOX News Chief Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram joins the Rundown to assess what Congress has been up to in their first week back on the job, the resignations of Eric Stalwell and Tony Gonzales and...
President Trump says that the Strait of Hormuz is "completely open and ready for business and full passage." Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi also commented saying the waterway is open through a "coordinated route." President Trump also added, in a phone interview, that Iran has "agreed to everything" including working with the U.S. to remove enriched uranium from Iran. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Christine Balling, former U.S. Defense Advisor and the Senior Vice President at the In...
While international markets have shifted drastically over the last century, Rolls-Royce has remained a symbol of stability and prestige. But as tariff uncertainty continues and tensions in the Middle East threaten the worldwide economy, how does a heritage brand stay ahead? Chris Brownridge, CEO of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars joins FOX Business Network’s Taylor Riggs to discuss the automobile maker’s strategy today as tariffs and tension in the Middle East shake up the worldwide market. Learn more ab...
Economic anxieties over rising costs of gas and groceries are complicating the GOP’s midterm messaging, even as the administration promotes higher tax refunds, attributed to the Big Beautiful Bill, and a "maximum pressure" campaign being successfully waged against Iran. Fox News Sunday anchor Shannon Bream joins to discuss "Operation Economic Fury," the diplomatic balancing act with China over the Strait of Hormuz, and recent ethics scandals shaking up Capitol Hill. A Manhattan federal grand jur...
The U.S. military is said to be in full control of the Strait of Hormuz as they are enforcing a very successful blockade on Iranian ports as peace talks between Washington and Tehran are expected to begin. The current ceasefire expires between the US and Iran on April 21st, and the new round of talks are expected to center on Iran's nuclear program. Meanwhile, Israel and Lebanon agree to a 10-day ceasefire, and now have to agree on how to disarm the Hezbollah terror group. FOX’s John Saucier spe...
As the 2026 midterm environment takes shape, Republicans are grappling with razor-thin margins and a series of high-profile resignations that have left the House in a state of flux. However, while Democrats may hold a historical advantage heading into this fall’s elections, mounting scandals and the 'socialist' label are threatening their momentum. FOX News Radio political analyst Josh Kraushaar joins to discuss if favorable redistricting and shifting Senate ratings are enough to hand Democrats ...
It was a historic moment in Washington D.C. as Israel and Lebanon held their first face to face talks in more than 30 years. The meeting takes place as there seems to be a growing voice among Lebanon's politicians that it is finally the time to disarm the Hezbollah terror group. The fighting between Israel and Hezbollah appears to be a dealbreaker for Iran’s regime who is threatening to potentially end the ceasefire over including the dismantling of Hezbollah. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Jonath...
As Congress returns from its Easter break, the Department of Homeland Security remains partially unfunded amidst a legislative stalemate over border security. Roger Marshall (R-KS) joins to discuss using the budget reconciliation process to fund ICE and the Border Patrol, the economic impact of the Iran conflict, and why he believes "Tax Day" will bring significant refunds for most Americans. New York City is embarking on a "grand experiment." Mayor Zohran Mamdani recently announced the historic...
The U.S. blockade of Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz is aimed at squeezing Iran’s economy by millions in daily oil imports and exports. As the blockade continues, the State Department hosted the first round of negotiations between Israel and Lebanon as senior Hezbollah officials announced they will not abide by any agreements made in the negotiations. Meanwhile, Pakistan has proposed hosting a second round of U.S.-Iran talks in Islamabad this week, just ahead of the current ceasefire expir...
A U.S. naval blockade is now in effect in the Strait of Hormuz after Vice President JD Vance’s negotiations with Iran ended in a stalemate. While President Trump expressed confidence that Iran will eventually commit to a nuclear-free future, saying "they will agree to it," the military standoff continues. Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-NY) joins us to defend the strategic necessity of the move against mounting criticism. Plus, she provides an update on the DHS funding fight, and discusses her new book, ...
Vice President JD Vance said over the weekend that the high-stakes talks between the U.S. and Iran ended without a deal after Iranian officials refused to accept American terms including an end to all uranium enrichment. The Vice President did describe the 21-hours of negotiations with Iranian officials as "substantive discussions." Today, a U.S. lead naval blockade officially began in the Strait of Hormuz with orders to intercept any ships paying tolls to Iran. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Luca...
Oil prices are surging once again following Vice President J.D. Vance’s departure from Iranian negotiations without a deal. In a swift escalation, President Trump has ordered the U.S. military to blockade the Strait of Hormuz, sending global markets into a tailspin. As a tenuous ceasefire hangs in the balance, Rosecliff Founder and CEO Mike Murphy joins FOX Business Network’s Taylor Riggs to break down the market’s reaction to these seismic geopolitical shifts. . They also speak about the integr...
Negotiations to end joint U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran stalled after 21 hours of talks in Pakistan involving Vice President J.D. Vance. In response, President Trump is preparing a U.S.-led blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to strip Tehran of its leverage over global energy markets. Former Deputy National Security Advisor Victoria Coates joins the Rundown to discuss Iran’s weakening economy, the strategic advantage of record U.S. energy production ahead of the President’s summit with China...
Today’s heroes are found in classrooms, molding the minds of the future. Educators have the tough task of being courageous and intellectual to prepare young minds for complex issues. We often cut interviews short due to time. Today on the FOX News Rundown Extra, we thought you’d like to hear the full conversation with world-renowned author James Patterson . He joins us to discuss his new book, Thank You, Teachers, the "secret sauce" for getting kids to read at grade level, and why he considers e...
While the Trump administration emphasizes a swift four-to-six-week operation to end the conflict with Iran, questions remain regarding how a president elected on a "no new wars" platform reconciles campaign promises with the realities of international conflicts. The White House remains committed to its bold messaging strategy to bring adversaries to the table, aiming to wrap up the mission in just over a month to avoid the pitfalls of past long-term conflicts. Tevi Troy, a presidential historian...
The Trump administration has set out on some ambitious endeavors. Among them is the dismantling of the Department of Education. Beyond structural shifts, they are also looking to reignite interest in civics and government on the ground in all 50 states. During the week, we often cut interviews short. We thought you’d like to hear the entire interview. Today on the FOX News Rundown Extra, we share the full interview with Education Secretary Linda McMahon , who spoke about her “History Rocks!” tou...
Just days after President Trump threatened that “a whole civilization would die” if demands to reopen the Strait of Hormuz were not met, Vice President J.D. Vance is taking to Pakistan to resume peace talks with Iranian officials, as a tenuous ceasefire is tested by unclear promises and continued Israeli strikes in Lebanon. FOX News Senior White House Correspondent Jacqui Heinrich joins the Rundown to preview the road ahead for peace talks, before giving her analysis of First Lady Melania Trump’...
While most of the attention on the war against Iran is now focused on upcoming in Islamabad, Israel and Hezbollah continue to exchange fire, despite Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's announcement of planned talks with Lebanon that will take place in Washington D.C. next week. The talks will center on Hezbollah and cementing a lasting peace between the two nations. Overnight, millions of Israelis sought shelter after Hezbollah launched a missile toward Ashdod and Tel Aviv, and also fired multipl...
Many school districts have integrated technology as part of curriculum overtime, but a growing number of parents are raising concerns that it’s gone too far. Emily Cherkin is a former middle school teacher and now, she is known as “The Screen Time Consultant .” She joins FOX Business Network’s Lydia Hu to discuss why she refused a school laptop for her daughter and how her “Unplug EdTech Toolkit” is helping families across the country. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/a...
As the Artemis II crew prepares for their high-stakes return to Earth, the focus shifts to the complex engineering and strategic phases required to safely bring astronauts home from deep space . NASA astronaut and Navy Commander Matthew Dominick joins to explain the physics of the "skip entry" maneuver used to shed extreme heat and the transition from a spacecraft to an aircraft and, finally, into a boat upon splashdown. Matthew shares his perspective on how these current milestones act as vital...
