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Going far beyond the basic headlines, The FOX News Rundown features insights from top newsmakers, FOX News reporters and contributors, plus commentary on the significant issues of the day. Check us out each morning.


Extra: Addressing The Supply and Demand For Fentanyl

From Washington: The President’s Massive ICE Operation

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) says they have arrested nearly as many illegal migrants in President Trump's first 50 days as in all fiscal year 2024 under President Biden. Former ICE Special Agent Victor Avila, explains why immigration enforcement has rapidly surged under Trump, clarifies misconceptions about detention and deportation, and assesses whether new strategies, including self-deportation apps, could effectively manage the immigration backlog. Meanwhile, the U.S. military is facing severe readiness issues, highlighted this week at a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing. Military leaders reported critical shortfalls in amphibious warships, unmanned systems, and ammunition supplies. Senior Research Fellow at the Heritage Foundation Brent Sadler explains how years of budget uncertainty have allowed China and Russia to catch up, if not pull ahead, and emphasizes the urgency to rebuild America's industrial base, and lays out what can still be done to restore deterrence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Extra: RFK Jr.'s Plan To Fix Our Food

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been promoting the "Make America Healthy Again" agenda since taking office nearly a month ago. During this time, he has focused on improving the nation's diet and emphasized the need for Americans to be better informed about their health and what is in their food. FOX News Senior Medical Analyst and Professor of Medicine at NYU Langone Medical Center recently spoke with FOX News Rundown host Dave Anthony to discuss some ingredients and additives in our food that RFK Jr. finds concerning and what they could be doing to our physical and mental health. Marc Siegel also discussed his recent interview with RFK Jr. and some of the topics they discussed, including the measles outbreak. This week also marked five years since the World Health Organization declared the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Seigel reflected on that time, what we’ve learned from the crisis, and some of the mistakes that were made in the months and years that followed. We often must 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 Dr. Marc Siegel, allowing you to hear more about his take on the Trump administration’s “Make America Healthy Again” agenda. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From Washington: Democrats' Divide Grows As Government Shutdown Is Avoided

A familiar fight took place on Capitol Hill earlier this week, as Republican lawmakers battled to get a spending bill passed by Friday night to avoid a government shutdown. Though there were concerns a divide amongst Democrats could leave the bill stalled, votes from select members of the party like Senate Minority leader Chuck Schumer and Senator John Fetterman got the bill over the line with a 54-46 vote. FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram breaks down how the vote played out, his key takeaways from the week, and what to know about the stopgap funding bill. President Trump has long seen tariffs as a leveraging tool and a way to reset trade relationships. This week, the President implemented new tariffs on steel, aluminum, and Chinese imports, though his approach to led to some market volatility. FOX Business White House Correspondent Edward Lawrence shares how the administration's policies are impacting businesses and markets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evening Edition: Attempt To Deport Anti-Israel Activist Sparks Legal Discussion

Anti-Israel activist Mahmoud Khalil will remain in ICE detention in Louisiana as he faces possible deportation proceedings, sparking more protests at Columbia University in New York City. Khalil, 30, a Palestinian raised in Syria, was arrested by ICE at his university-owned apartment for his alleged involvement in the massive anti-Israel protests at Columbia last year. Khalil's green card has been revoked by the Trump administration but his supporters question why he hasn't been charged with a crime. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with William A. Jacobson, Cornell University Law Professor & Founder of EqualProtect.org, who breaks down the legal reason these students can be removed from the country. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Business Rundown: On Tariffs & Market Volatility, Is Trump "Playing 4-D Chess?"

President Trump’s tariff threats have brought upon some volatility in the markets, but his administration says they’re not afraid to weather a bit of uncertainty to achieve long-term American growth. The Big Money Show co-anchor Taylor Rigs speaks with Prime Capital Financial’s Director of Investments Will McGough about balancing concern for the market downturn with optimism for long-term growth potential, quantum computing’s possible "ChatGPT moment," and why he's not overthinking the Trump administration’s guidance on momentary volatility. Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Martha MacCallum on The Trump Administration's Big Picture

President Trump continues to forward his agenda, announcing new tariffs, working towards peace in Ukraine and the Middle East, and empowering the DOGE department to slash more government waste. Roughly halfway through his first 100 days in office, the President now awaits Congress to act on passing a federal budget to avoid a Friday night shutdown. Anchor and Executive Editor of The Story with Martha MacCallum, co-anchor of FOX's election coverage, and host of The Untold Story with Martha MacCallum, Martha MacCallum joins the Rundown to discuss the President's agenda, the challenges he has faced, and what comes next for his foreign policy plans. Many Americans spend too much time on their phones. Recent research has shown a connection between excessive screen time and increased levels of anxiety and depression. Psychiatrist and researcher Dr. Judith Joseph joins us to discuss her new book, "High Functioning: Overcome Hidden Depression and Reclaim Your Joy," and to highlight the negative effects of too much screen time. Don't miss the good news with Tonya J. Powers.  Plus, commentary from the host of the “Kennedy Saves The World” podcast, Kennedy. Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evening Edition: Trump Tariff Latest And Will Putin Agree To A Ceasefire?

The President Trump tariff arguments with Mexico, Canada and the European Union looks to be getting resolved in negotiations but he has signaled there could be more. The President also said he is holding out 'hope' that Russia will agree to ceasefire terms with Ukraine so the real peace negotiations could begin. Meanwhile, Congress has a Friday night deadline to agree to a new government spending bill. FOX’s John Saucier speaks with Jacqui Heinrich, Senior White House Correspondent, who shares with the us the latest on multiple topics coming out of Washington D.C. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why The Former Education Secretary Wants The Department Shut Down

On Tuesday, President Trump’s Department of Education announced it was cutting its workforce in half. Already there have been reports that the President is seeking to dissolve the Education Department via executive order. Former Education Department Secretary Betsy DeVos calls these moves “a step in the right direction.” DeVos joins the Rundown to break down how the functions of the Education Department could be better served by other agencies and how this could give power back to parents and the states. It has been over a month since the tragic midair collision between an Army Black Hawk helicopter and an American Airlines jet in Washington, D.C. Many Americans are still hesitant to fly following the crash. Earlier this week, the National Transportation Safety Board released two reports recommending that helicopters be banned from the airspace around Reagan National Airport. Former Navy FA-18 fighter pilot and commercial airline pilot Matthew "Whiz" Buckley joins us to discuss the findings and explain why air travel continues to be safe. Plus, commentary from host of OutKick's "Gaines for Girls", Riley Gaines. Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evening Edition: Ukraine Accepts U.S. Ceasefire Deal, Will Russia?

The United States will immediately lift the suspension of military aid and intelligence sharing with Ukraine as Kyiv has agreed to a thirty day ceasefire plan. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the plan will now be taken to the Russians and once Moscow agrees to this preliminary agreement, the real negotiations can commence. Russia says they are waiting for more details on the proposal. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Rebekah Koffler, strategic military intelligence analyst and author of ‘Putin’s Playbook’, who says she is not too confident with Russia agreeing to this initial deal without a ton of concessions being added. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices