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 i...
May 24, 2026•25 min
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...
May 24, 2026•31 min
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...
May 23, 2026•21 min
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 St...
May 23, 2026•31 min
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, ...
May 23, 2026•18 min
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 Busi...
May 22, 2026•24 min
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 f...
May 22, 2026•34 min
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....
May 21, 2026•26 min
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 nat...
May 21, 2026•30 min
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 Christin...
May 20, 2026•24 min
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 corpo...
May 20, 2026•32 min
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 billi...
May 19, 2026•18 min
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 d...
May 19, 2026•33 min
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 s...
May 18, 2026•19 min
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 Ric...
May 18, 2026•16 min
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. Th...
May 18, 2026•34 min
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 peopl...
May 17, 2026•22 min
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 fun...
May 17, 2026•31 min
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 o...
May 16, 2026•29 min
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 Virgini...
May 16, 2026•31 min
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, wh...
May 16, 2026•17 min
“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,...
May 15, 2026•25 min
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...
May 15, 2026•33 min
China is the biggest buyer of oil and gas passing through the Strait of Hormuz and the White House is saying both President Trump and Chinese President Xi agreed the key waterway must remain open. The discussions also focused on trade and how to better it between the two nations, and will test whether diplomacy can translate into progress on the divisions that define the U.S.–China relationship. FOX’s John Saucier speaks with Jack Burnham, senior research analyst at the Foundation for Defense of...
May 14, 2026•11 min
The 2026 primary season is in full swing, and this year, many sitting lawmakers face challenges from both the left and the right. One Republican incumbent fighting to keep his seat is Senator Bill Cassidy (R-LA). He faces multiple primary challengers this Saturday, including Louisiana Congresswoman Julia Letlow, who has been endorsed by President Trump. Senator Cassidy joins the Rundown to discuss his upcoming primary and his controversial vote to impeach President Trump during his first term. H...
May 14, 2026•30 min
Military action between the United States and Iran remains in limbo as anti-Semitism in the U.S. continues to surge, driven in part by the conflict. President Trump recently encouraged Jewish Americans to observe Shabbat in honor of Jewish Heritage Month and the upcoming 250th anniversary of American independence. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Rabbi Yaakov Menken, Executive Vice President of the Coalition for Jewish Values, who denounces the rise in anti-Semitic incidents and praises the presiden...
May 13, 2026•28 min
With President Trump heading to Beijing for a high-stakes summit with Xi Jinping , a critical debate has intensified regarding the best strategies to counter Chinese aggression and protect American interests. Gatestone Institute Senior Fellow Gordon G. Chang joins to discuss China’s involvement in the Iran conflict, the security risks of allowing Chinese manufacturing on U.S. soil, and the urgent need to view China not as a competitor, but as an enemy. Inflation is back on the rise. With the lat...
May 13, 2026•33 min
The United Arab Emirates has fired multiple airstrikes against Iran, marking the first time an Arab nation has joined the U.S. and Israel in the air campaign against Tehran. The UAE seems to have been doing this quietly and not publicly acknowledging it. Meanwhile. U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee confirmed reports that Israel had sent an Iron Dome battery and personnel to operate the air defense system to the UAE. FOX’s John Saucier speaks with Lucas Tomlinson, FOX News Channel (FNC) cor...
May 12, 2026•17 min
As eighteen Americans are evacuated from a hantavirus-affected cruise ship and placed under observation at specialized facilities in the U.S., experts are evaluating the transmission risks associated with this specific outbreak. Three passengers have died following the outbreak, which originated on the MV Hondius after it departed Argentina. Former CDC Director Dr. Robert Redfield joins the Rundown to explain the science behind the Andes variant, a specific strain known for rare human-to-human t...
May 12, 2026•31 min
President Trump Trump has rejected the latest proposal by Iran saying officials in Tehran had previously agreed to allow the removal of enriched nuclear material from a site he described as "obliterated" by U.S. strikes, but then left it out of a written commitment sent to Washington. The President called it 'totally unacceptable' on social media. Meanwhile, new reports are emerging that China is supplying Iran with weaponry as President Trump is meeting with President Xi as the administration s...
May 11, 2026•20 min
