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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 Democracies’ (FDD’s) China Program, who says with China's support of Iran, they won't be pressing Tehran into anything that makes them lose control of the country. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. He also weighs in on rising gas prices and Louisiana’s ongoing redistricting fight. This year, America celebrates 250 years of independence. While many complain about how polarized the country has become, someone with a front-row seat to the inner workings of American government says the United States has overcome much greater challenges than those it faces today. U.S. Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch joins the Rundown to discuss how early patriots risked their lives for freedom, his judicial approach on the High Court, and why he hopes to educate younger generations through his new children’s book, Heroes of 1776: The Story of the Declaration of Independence. PLUS, Commentary by New York Post Columnist Karol Markowicz on older generations' use of phones and an alarming rise in screen time. PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 president’s proclamation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump rejecting the Iranian proposal to end the conflict there, ahead of his high stakes trip to Beijing where he will meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Entrepreneur, Host of “The Fixer” and FOX News Contributor Marcus Lemonis joins FOX Business Network’s Taylor Riggs to discuss how the market is bracing for an anticipated conclusion to military operations in the Middle East, and the meeting with Chinese leadership after the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq saw record highs last week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

America and China are in fierce competition to be global leaders in military might, economic power, geopolitical influence, and, most recently, artificial intelligence. A new FOX Nation special, The Enemy’s Arsenal, hosted by FOX Business’ Maria Bartiromo, looks at America’s relationship—or rivalry—with China, and how President Xi Jinping has been trying to expand his nation’s reach as he attempts to undermine America’s economy and standing in the world. Maria discussed China’s relationship with Iran and how the conflict in the Middle East is impacting them. She also discusses the tensions over Taiwan, our AI race with China, and what's at stake when the President meets with President Xi Jinping later this week. 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 Maria Bartiromo and let you hear more of her take on America’s complex relationship with China. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Over the past two years, studies have found concerning levels of PFAS, arsenic and other contaminants in a majority of baby formula brands sold in the U.S. It hasn’t gone unnoticed by one of our nation’s highest regulatory bodies. FDA Deputy Commissioner for Food, Kyle Diamantis joins The Rundown to discuss his administration’s efforts to crack down on contaminants in baby formula, explain their testing processes and answer the question haunting mothers across the country: “Is this safe to feed my baby?” Later, ‘Mornings with Maria’ Host Maria Bartiromo joins to analyze how the Iran conflict has impacted China, and how it could play into President Trump’s summit with Xi Jinping later this month. PHOTO CREIDT: ADOBE STOCK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Frequent personal attacks among politicians, the tense redistricting wars, and the midterm campaigns that will follow will give many the impression of a country deeply divided. And in some ways it certainly is, with robust differences over an awful lot of policies. But in his new book, The Case For America, FOX News Chief Political Anchor and Host of Special Report Bret Baier argues that the upcoming 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence serves as a reminder of how a group of people with strong political differences unified to found the nation. Bret recently spoke about that on the FOX News Rundown with host Dave Anthony this past week, explaining why he is hopeful about America’s future despite the challenging times we currently face. Baier also weighed in on the Iran conflict and how its political fallout could impact the coming midterms. We often have to trim our interviews during the week, but we thought you’d like to hear the full conversation. Today on the FOX News Rundown Extra, we share our entire interview with FOX News’ Bret Baier and let you hear more of his take on current politics, as well as America’s history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Midterm momentum is shifting. Following a high-stakes week of primary elections in Ohio, Indiana, and a pivotal special election in Michigan, the political landscape for this fall is coming into focus. FOX News Sunday anchor Shannon Bream joins the Rundown to analyze President Trump’s influence on state redistricting fights, and the significance of Democratic overperformance in swing states. Plus, a preview of the president's high-stakes trip to China. Motherhood is a tough job and with technology and social media, it’s made even more challenging. This Mother’s Day weekend, however, we get to celebrate the resilience of the women raising the next generation. Sheryl Ziegler is a licensed clinical psychologist and author of books like “Mommy Burnout” and “The Crucial Years.” She joins the Rundown to explore the rising tide of parental burnout, the factors contributing to it, and tips to handle it. PLUS, commentary by Dr. Tyler Evans, Founder/CEO of Wellness Equity Alliance. PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Global politics will soon turn to a focus on China, where President Trump is set to travel for a summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The Iran conflict is expected to be a key topic of discussion, among many, as the president becomes the first American leader to set foot in Beijing since his last visit in 2017. Maria Bartiromo anchors FOX Business Network’s “Mornings with Maria” and FOX’s “Sunday Morning Futures” and she joins the Rundown to preview the summit and the conversations that may take place. New York's domestic out-migration trends top one million people, as a political firestorm is brewing over how to save the state’s tax base. Governor Kathy Hochul is calling on high-net-worth individuals to return from Florida, but her opponent says her own policies are the reason they left. Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman joins the Rundown to discuss his bid for the first republican Governor in the Empire State in 20 years, and what his plan would be to reverse New York's status as the most overtaxed state in the nation. PLUS, commentary by Dr. Robert Redfield, Former CDC director. PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The rapid surge in energy demand from AI data centers and advanced manufacturing is pushing the American power grid to its limit, sparking a high-stakes race to secure the nation’s electrical future. This pressure on the grid is also impacting Americans, who have seen their energy bills increase significantly. Rep. Bob Latta (R-OH), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Energy, joins to discuss the necessity of an “all-of-the-above” energy strategy to maintain dispatchable power, how to keep energy bills down, and what must be done to ensure the United States outpaces China in the global competition for AI dominance. Plus, CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz joins to discuss his mission to eliminate waste, fraud, and abuse related to Medicaid. PHOTO CREIDT: AP PHOTO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One week ago, the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner in Washington, D.C., was cut short by a harrowing assassination attempt. President Trump, attending the annual event for the first time in his presidency, was rushed to safety by the Secret Service alongside members of his Cabinet and various lawmakers. The suspect, 31-year-old California teacher and engineer Cole Allen, faces charges of attempted assassination after allegedly rushing past a magnetometer and opening fire outside the Washington Hilton ballroom. While one Secret Service agent was struck, he was fortunately saved by his bulletproof vest and is currently recovering. In the wake of this security breach, major questions are being asked: How did this happen, and how can we protect the President at future high-profile events? Earlier this week, Charles Marino—a former Secret Service Supervisory Special Agent and DHS Advisor—joined host Dave Anthony to break down the tactical failures of that evening and the urgent changes needed to Secret Service protocols. Marino explained the challenges of keeping a President safe and what needs to be done at future, large events. We often have to cut interviews short during the week, but we thought you might like to hear the full interview. Today on Fox News Rundown Extra, we will share our entire interview with Charles Marino Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a 76-day long shutdown, the Department of Homeland Security has reopened, bringing the longest funding lapse in U.S. history to an end. FOX New Chief Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram joins to explain what it took to finally reopen DHS, before going over the FISA debate and how this past week’s Supreme Court ruling on the Voting Rights Act could impact the ongoing redistricting fight ahead of midterms. Later, FOX News Audio White House Correspondent Jared Halpern shares his firsthand account of the third attempted assassination attempt on President Trump at last week’s White House Correspondent’s Dinner.   PHOTO CREDIT: ADOBE STOCK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It has been 15-years since the night al-Qaeda mastermind and chief, Osama bin Laden, was killed in a daring SEAL Team 6 raid in Abbottabad, Pakistan. While it was a great victory against terrorism and Islamic radicalism, the threat of terrorism remains high after years of porous borders and the development of new weaponry. And now, with a direct military conflict with Iran, one of the world's largest sponsors of terror groups, how vulnerable is the United States to a terror attack? FOX’s Tonya J. Powers speaks with Dr. James Robbins, Dean of the Institute of World Politics, who says Tehran would love to take revenge on the United States in some form of terror attack, and he also recounts the search for Osama bin Laden. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The stage is set for the 152nd Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. The energy will be high once the gates fly open, but before that comes the monumental pomp and circumstance. Former ESPN reporter Jeannine Edwards had a career with racehorses as an exercise rider, apprentice jockey, and trainer. She joins FOX Business Network’s Lydia Hu to break down why the "Run for the Roses" has such a rich history and so many traditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Congressional maps being redrawn across the country, sparking new legal battles ahead of the 2026 midterms. Following a major Supreme Court ruling on the Voting Rights Act, states like Florida and Virginia are facing challenges over how their districts are shaped and which party they favor. FOX News Sunday anchor Shannon Bream joins the Rundown to break down these redistricting battles and whether they will actually shift the balance of power in Washington. Plus, a look at the security questions surrounding the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting and a preview of Shannon’s upcoming sit-down with Justice Neil Gorsuch. Following an endorsement from President Trump, a significant public conversation has emerged surrounding the California gubernatorial race, Republican consolidation, and the broader implications for the state’s economic future. Republican Gubernatorial Candidate Steve Hilton joins to discuss his experience as a top contender in the polls, the challenges of navigating California’s primary system, and his proposed plan to reduce the state's bureaucratic government and high cost of living.  PLUS, commentary by David Marcus, columnist for FOX News Digital.  PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It has been over two weeks since the U.S. Navy began a blockade of Iranian ports, and now millions in Iran have been pushed into poverty as the country’s economy crumbles. It also appears the blockade is causing collateral damage back home with oil prices surging to their highest levels in the past four years. over concern of renewed U.S. military strikes and an extension of the blockade. Meanwhile, the United Arab Emirates is leaving OPEC, marking a major shift in global energy politics. FOX’s Jonathan Savage speaks with Max Meizlish, research fellow at the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies, and previously worked at the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), who says the blockade is working, severely impacting Iran's economy, but even more can be done to freeze their oil revenue. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Supreme Court has struck down Louisiana's redrawn congressional map in a decision that could have a massive impact on this year's midterm elections and the current nationwide redistricting fight. While a lower court previously mandated a second Black-majority district to satisfy Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, the High Court’s 6-3 majority ruled that the state went too far in prioritizing race, labeling it an "unconstitutional" racial gerrymander. Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill joins us to discuss why she believes the court has finally "harmonized" the law with the Constitution and how this ruling affects other states seeking to reshape their voting boundaries. Former FBI Director James Comey has been indicted for a second time by the Trump administration. This time, he is accused of using seashells on a beach to communicate a threat toward the President. Criminal defense attorney Andrew Cherkasky joins to discuss the indictment related to the "86-47" post, the First Amendment questions the case raises, and the significant challenges prosecutors will face. Plus, he breaks down the case against Cole Allen—the man charged with the attempted assassination of President Trump last weekend—and why an insanity defense is unlikely to succeed.  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

For years, it has been an open secret that insider trading is common practice among members of Congress. For over a decade, there have been various efforts to stop it. Now, driven by plummeting approval ratings and a systemic loss of faith in the institution, a growing number of lawmakers are taking a stand. Senator Todd Young (R-IN) joins The Rundown to explain why ending this practice is so difficult and how the perception of rampant insider trading has eroded public trust in our democracy. Later, Missouri Congressman and member of the House UAP Caucus, Eric Burlison, weighs in on the mystery surrounding the deaths and disappearances of at least 11 researchers and individuals with ties to top-level nuclear propulsion research. Photo Credit: Adobe Stock Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This past week, futurist and bestselling author Jamie Metzl joined Jessica Rosenthal on the FOX News Rundown to discuss the latest advancements in AI, as well as where the technology’s rapid growth collides with ethics and morality. For example, just because a company can do more with fewer people, should that justify mass layoffs? Metzl gave his take on the changing job market and addressed the violent reactions from those fearful of AI—including the recent arrest of a man accused of throwing a Molotov cocktail at the home of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. The suspect was reportedly found with a manifesto detailing his anger toward the growing influence of artificial intelligence. Metzl also discussed his new book, The AI 10 Commandments, in which he makes a compelling case for a new moral compass and the urgent need for a collective ethical agreement as we advance our use of artificial intelligence. We often have to edit our weekday interviews for time, but we wanted you to hear the full conversation. Today, on FOX News Rundown: Extra, we bring you the complete, unedited interview with author and futurist Jamie Metzl. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Congress is facing a wave of ethics scandals and a historic shift in member discipline, as expulsion threats and censures rise within an increasingly "toxic" institutional environment. FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram joins to discuss the precedent-shattering expulsion of George Santos, the recent resignations of members facing criminal and ethical probes, and the ongoing legislative battle to end the DHS shutdown through a complex budget reconciliation process. Later, Fox News contributor and law professor Jonathan Turley joins to discuss the Supreme Court’s eroding institutional culture, Chief Justice Roberts’ struggle to maintain civility, and how Trump-appointed justices are prioritizing legal principles over political pressure. PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Violent conflicts like the ones currently happening in the Mideast usually have the fallout of misinformation and disinformation from many sides. Since the terror attacks of October 7th on Israel, Jews across the world have been subjected to a sharp rise in antisemitism being fueled by online information that has become increasingly harder to discern between truth and propaganda. And besides hateful untrue rhetoric, there are deadly consequences to this antisemitism with attacks on the Jewish communities in the United Sates that authorities have connected to radicalization by terror groups. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Roy Altman, lawyer and jurist who serves as a United States district judge for the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida, and author of 'Israel on Trial: Examining the History, the Evidence and the Law', out April 28th, who explains how online disinformation fuels antisemitism across the world, and how to evaluate modern political claims using legal reasoning. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump is making another effort to combat surging oil prices by extending the Jones Act for 90 days. This move comes as the United States and Iran have yet to reach a peace deal to end the ongoing conflict. Phil Flynn, a senior market analyst at The Price Futures Group and FOX Business Network contributor, joins the network’s Jackie DeAngelis to discuss how the administration has managed oil prices during the conflict and what drivers could affect prices at the pump next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, the battle for House control shifts to Florida as Governor DeSantis calls a special session to counter a recent Virginia constitutional amendment that could give Democrats four additional seats. While Democrats eye ten potential seat gains across Virginia and Utah, Republicans are pushing for rapid redistricting changes to protect their own advantages held in states like Texas and Ohio. FOX News Sunday anchor Shannon Bream joins the Rundown to explain why this "one-upping" strategy is leaving both parties frustrated, and the courts scrambling to define what a "compact" district actually looks like. The legal and therapeutic status of ibogaine, a Schedule 1 controlled substance, is facing a historic shift as new federal actions aim to fast-track research into psychedelics for treating veteran trauma. Veteran and No Fallen Heroes Foundation founder Whiz Buckley joins to discuss his experience using the West African compound to heal from alcoholism & PTSD, the significance of the recent presidential executive order, and his efforts to provide radical healing alternatives to the pharmaceutical approach of the VA.  PLUS, commentary by Jimmy Failla, host of FOX News Saturday Night and FOX News Radio’s FOX Across America. PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Israel and Lebanon are holding a second round of rare talks in Washington, D.C., to discuss potentially extending the 10-day ceasefire with Iran-backed Hezbollah. The U.S. blockade continues in the Strait of Hormuz with CENTCOM saying it has directed 31 vessels to turn around or return to port. And a viral image has ignited controversy after it appears to show an Israel Defense Forces soldier in southern Lebanon vandalizing a statue of Jesus. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with E.J. Kimball, the Director of Policy for the US-Israel Education Association, who says only Israel has the power to remove Hezbollah, and get his thoughts on the condemnation of the IDF soldier's photo. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Supreme Court is grappling with an erosion of its institutional culture caused by unprecedented internal leaks and public comments from justices that target their own colleagues. FOX News contributor and law professor Jonathan Turley joins to discuss Chief Justice Roberts’ struggle to maintain civility, the constitutional debate surrounding birthright citizenship, and how the Trump-appointed justices are prioritizing legal principle over political pressure. As hundreds of thousands of fans descend on Pittsburgh for the 2026 NFL Draft, the spotlight shines brightest on Fernando Mendoza, the consensus top pick from Indiana following his historic, Heisman-winning season. Dan Dakich, host of Don’t @ Me on OutKick and an Indiana legend himself, joins us to discuss the stunning transformation of IU football, why drafting a franchise quarterback requires a "killer" instinct, and whether paying college football players will impact the sport. PLUS, commentary by Nikki Beaver, national political and communications director at the National Federation of Republican Women.  PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 Finn, FOX News Correspondent reporting from Islamabad, Pakistan, who says discussions have been difficult because Iran's government is so 'fractured.' Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 formal request for an FBI investigation into the occurrences. As AI-driven layoffs hit major firms from Amazon to Meta, a growing sense of anxiety is taking hold of the American workforce. Recent headlines have even turned violent, with attacks targeting tech leaders and local officials, allegedly over job automation and data center fears. Futurist and author Jamie Metzl joins us to explain why he dismisses the idea of machines fully replacing people, advocating for a collaborative "human-plus-AI" model and a global moral framework to ensure this rapid transition remains a creative force rather than a destructive one. PLUS, commentary by Gregg Jarrett, FOX News legal analyst and commentator. PHOTO CREDIT: FOX NEWS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 Palkot, senior foreign affairs correspondent for FOX News Channel reporting from Tel Aviv, Israel, who says while the ceasefire deadline is ticking down, talks seem to be stalled. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The President’s pick to lead the Federal Reserve, Kevin Warsh, faces the Senate Banking Committee today. A former Fed Governor and Morgan Stanley VP, Warsh is expected to signal a shift toward rate cuts and structural reform. However, his path to confirmation is not yet certain. FOX Business White House Correspondent Edward Lawrence joins the Rundown from the front lawn of the White House to break down the political firestorm surrounding the hearing, including why some are threatening to block the nomination until the DOJ drops its investigation into current Chair Jerome Powell. Plus, an update on the Trump administration’s strategy for "legal" tariffs and whether the U.S. can avoid long-term economic damage from Middle East supply disruptions. Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act remains a focal point of intense debate within Congress, as lawmakers have until the end of the month to extend the provision, which was put in place after the 9/11 terror attacks. Proponents argue that FISA is necessary to prevent future attacks, but critics contend that its allowance of warrantless surveillance violates Americans' privacy. Michael Allen, who served as a special assistant to President George W. Bush, joins us to discuss why this tool is essential for thwarting global terrorist plots and evolving cyber threats. PLUS, commentary by David Marcus, columnist for FOX News Digital.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. FOX’s Jonathan Savage speaks with Retired Vice Admiral Robert Harward, Former U.S. CENTCOM Deputy Commander, who says we need to continue to apply this kind of pressure on Iran in order to leverage negotiations. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 House Intelligence Committee, Cline provides an update on election integrity oversight and the escalating U.S. strategy regarding Iran’s nuclear capabilities. GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy and others have gained much popularity for their weight loss effectiveness, but does the hype match the reality? FOX News Senior Medical Analyst Dr. Marc Siegel joins the Rundown to discuss the benefits and side effects of the drugs, plus how using AI for medical information can help or hurt. PLUS, commentary by Guy Benson, a FOX News political analyst and host of FOX News Radio's The Guy Benson Show.  PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 Universities. 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 been allowed to flourish on elite campuses. Stefanik also discussed the conflict with Iran, the high-stakes debate over DHS funding, and the personal reasoning behind her decision to leave Congress at the end of her current term. We often have to cut interviews short during the week, but we thought you’d like to hear the entire interview. Today on the FOX News Rundown Extra, we share our full interview with Rep. Elise Stefanik. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 York Republican Congresswoman Elise Stefanik joins to discuss her new book, Poisoned Ivies, and the "tectonic shift" happening in higher education following her viral congressional hearing on campus antisemitism.  PHOTO CREIDT: AP PHOTO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 Rundown host Lisa Brady sits down with Dr. Sheila Nazarian, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and professor at USC, to pull back the curtain on this growing trend. They discuss why patients are fleeing the U.S. healthcare system, the life-threatening risks of "discount" surgery, and the essential safety questions every patient must ask before booking a flight for a procedure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 whether DHS stands to reopen anytime soon. Later, Director of the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health Alicia Jackson to explain the current scientific consensus on microplastics and their effects on human health. Photo Credit: Adobe Stock Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 Institute of World Politics, who says President Trump must have a certain level of confidence to say the Strait of Hormuz is open, but adds the United States military will continue to apply pressure to make sure it remains open. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 jury has ruled against Live Nation, the world’s largest live entertainment company. The ruling decides that the entertainment giant is an “illegal monopoly.” John Herman, attorney, chairman and founding partner of Herman Jones LLP joins to discuss the jury’s ruling and how this could impact concertgoers in the future.Plus, commentary by Brianna Lyman, Elections Correspondent for The Federalist.  PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 speaks with Dr. Rebecca Grant, national security expert and military analyst and Vice President of the Lexington Institute, who says Iran thought the Strait of Hormuz was their biggest bargaining chip but the United States Navy is the one in full control of it. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 the House, or if the party's leftward lean will stall their path to a majority. Medical tourism—particularly for cosmetic surgery—is surging as patients travel abroad in search of lower-cost procedures. However, these savings often come with significant risks. Board-certified plastic surgeon and founder of Nazarian Plastic Surgery, Dr. Sheila Nazarian, joins the Rundown to lay out the dangers of traveling for surgery and the pressure of keeping up with ever-changing cosmetic trends. Plus, commentary by David Marcus, columnist for FOX News Digital. PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 Jonathan Elkhoury, activist and Christian who had to flee Lebanon and now lives in Israel, who says these talks have a great potential to bring peace, and shares his life's story of living in both nations. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 La Marqueta in East Harlem as the first site for the city’s new municipal grocery store program. The Mayor calls it a necessary move to push back against rising food costs, while critics are sounding the alarm over the $30 million price tag and the impact on local small businesses. Investigative reporter at the Manhattan Institute Adam Lehodey joins to break down the numbers and why a city-owned store could struggle to compete with the very bodegas it aims to challenge. PLUS, commentary by Jason Rantz, author of What’s Killing America, and the host of The Jason Rantz Show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 expiring. FOX’s John Saucier speaks with Behnam Ben Taleblu, Senior Fellow at the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies and Senior Director of FDD's Iran program, who says the actions taken in the Strait have been a possible bargaining tool against Tehran for a while, but only now has been a real option. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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, Poisoned Ivies, reflecting on her 2023 congressional testimony regarding anti-Semitism on campus. President Trump has told the U.S. Navy to blockade the Strait of Hormuz with orders to intercept any ships paying a toll to Iran.  Now, the high costs of oil are expected to trickle into other goods and services that are commonly used. Former Energy Secretary Dan Brouillette, now a co-chair at the Torridon Group in Washington D.C., joins the Rundown to discuss how the United States military actions abroad are impacting energy prices, and more, at home. PLUS, commentary by Ted Jenkin, President of Exit Stage Left Advisors and Host of The Red, White & Green Show. PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 Lucas Tomlinson, FOX News correspondent reporting from Islamabad, Pakistan, who says the initial failure of the talks should not be a surprise. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 integration of artificial intelligence in the workplace, and where billionaires are finding themselves amid the dynamic workforce. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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’s President Xi, and how shifting Middle East alliances are helping isolate the regime. Microplastics seem to be turning up everywhere, raising new concerns about their potential impact on our health. The federal government is launching STOMP, the Systematic Targeting of Microplastics. The initiative is a joint effort between the Department of Health and Human Services and the Environmental Protection Agency to better measure, study, and potentially remove these contaminants. Alicia Jackson, Director of the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health, joins the Rundown to discuss what scientists are discovering and what it could mean for the future of public health. PLUS, commentary by FOX New contributor, Joe Concha PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 educators to be our first line of hope. If you’re looking for more, join Dana Perino every Monday on Perino on Politics. Dana sits down with her most knowledgeable friends—like former Speaker Kevin McCarthy—for honest, insightful conversations that go beyond the typical news cycle. Listen wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 and Senior Fellow at the Ronald Reagan Institute, joins the Rundown to discuss the evolution of the wartime commander-in-chief, the strategic use of non-diplomatic language, and how President Trump’s negotiating style compares to his predecessors.CEO of LexisNexis Risk Solutions, Haywood Talcove, joins to explain the reports of waste and abuse that he says are costing taxpayers an eye-opening amount every year—driven largely by foreign criminal networks. PHOTO CREIDT: AP PHOTO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices