The Fox News Rundown

High interest rates and post-COVID inflation have pushed the average age of first-time homebuyers to 40, leaving millions of Americans locked out of the market. Indiana Republican Congressman Marlin Stutzman joins us to discuss bipartisan efforts to improve the housing market, including his Streamlining Rural Housing Act—which aims to lower costs by cutting through conflicting federal red tape.Later, Oklahoma Republican Senator James Lankford joins us to discuss whether Congress can finally rein in federal waste. This follows the release of his latest "Federal Fumbles" report, which highlights hundreds of billions of dollars lost to fraud and improper payments in programs like Medicare and SNAP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The American Society of Plastic Surgeons has released an updated statement recommending against gender surgeries for anyone under the age of 18. While the American Medical Association has issued a similar stance, other organizations—including the American Academy of Pediatrics—argue that healthcare decisions should remain between families and doctors, and that surgical options should stay on the table for minors. Earlier this week, plastic surgeon and star of Netflix’s Skin Decision: Before and After, Dr. Sheila Nazarian, joined FOX News Rundown host Dave Anthony to explain why many in her field believe minors should not "go under the knife" for transition procedures. Dr. Nazarian raised alarms over the lack of long-term data regarding the effectiveness of these treatments, emphasizing her belief that evidence-based medicine must be the sole guide for treating gender dysphoria in children. She also discussed the professional risks of speaking out, noting that many in the medical community fear political backlash for questioning current standards of care. We often have to cut our interviews short during the week, but we thought you might like to hear this conversation in its entirety. Today on a Fox News Rundown Extra, we share our full interview with plastic surgeon Dr. Sheila Nazarian. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The U.S. has entered yet another partial government shutdown, after a Democrat-led series of proposed ICE reforms attached in DHS’s funding for the upcoming fiscal year failed to gain Republican support. Meanwhile, Attorney General Pam Bondi came under fire for her handling of the Epstein files, clashing with lawmakers over claims that she took part in an alleged “cover-up.” FOX News Chief Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram joins The Rundown to break down the arguments over DHS funding, before giving his analysis of Pam Bondi’s heated exchanges before the House Judiciary Committee. Later, Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency Bill Plute joins to explain President Trump’s efforts to make housing affordable again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Contemplating the death of a loved one is a very difficult thing to do, but a necessary one for finances and family members. The ability to have uncomfortable conversations about our mortality, and the consequences it may have on others, is something we cannot avoid and can get help with. FOX’s Tonya J. Powers speaks with Lori Friedman, founder of 'The Love Policy' and insurance industry veteran, who says having those uncomfortable conversations is a very important expression of love. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The latest read on the economy finds the cost of everyday goods moving downward, beating expectations. Energy prices declined, including gasoline and electricity. However, areas such as utility gas services, housing, healthcare, and others increased. Executive Vice President of Market Strategy at Prairie Operating Company and Fox News Contributor Lou Basenese joins FOX Business Network's Gerri Willis to react to Friday's Consumer Price Index, plus the latest economic data on jobs, housing, and consumers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Recent statistics show that crime is declining across the U.S. President Trump and the White House credit this downward trend to federal interventions in several major cities and strict immigration enforcement. However, many Democratic leaders in these communities argue their own local policies are the true cause of the decline. This comes as border czar Tom Homan announced that federal authorities are concluding "Operation Metro Surge" in Minneapolis. Shannon Bream, anchor of Fox News Sunday and host of the Livin' the Bream podcast, joins the Rundown to discuss the drop in crime, the debate over immigration enforcement, the President's economic policies, and the handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case.A new study indicates that ADHD medications may function by mimicking the effects of rest rather than directly altering attention-related brain networks, suggesting that improved sleep could be a viable alternative to stimulants. FOX News Senior Medical Analyst, Dr. Marc Siegel joins the Rundown to discuss the research that supports a push by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to address the potential overprescription of drugs in favor of healthier lifestyle choices for the millions of children diagnosed with the disorder. Plus, commentary by Former HUD Secretary, Dr. Ben Carson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Donald Trump’s border czar, Tom Homan, announced Thursday that Operation Metro Surge is coming to an end in Minnesota. Homan told reporters the operation successfully reduced threats to public safety by detaining undocumented immigrants with criminal records. He cited "unprecedented levels of coordination" between state officials and local law enforcement as a key factor in the decision. The conclusion of this controversial surge comes after weeks of protests in Minneapolis and other cities over ICE’s tactics, as well as tense congressional negotiations over funding for the Department of Homeland Security. Jonathan Fahey, an attorney and former acting ICE director, joins us to explain what led to Homan’s decision, why he views the operation as a success, and why he believes Democratic demands to reform ICE are impractical. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Two landmark trials underway this week against social media giants are shining a spotlight on the potential dangers of minors' digital lives. In New Mexico, Meta faces allegations of failing to protect children from exploitation. Meanwhile, a high-profile "bellwether trial" in Los Angeles seeks to determine if platforms like Instagram and YouTube are designed to get children addicted to their content. Maurine Molak, co-founder of Parents SOS and David’s Legacy Foundation, joins the Rundown to tell the story of her son, who tragically took his life ten years ago following intense cyberbullying and what she describes as a crippling addiction to online platforms.The Trump Administration says it is focused on affordability, specifically making it easier to buy a home. Bill Pulte, Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), joins to discuss his mission to lower interest rates and tackle the housing supply crisis. He also addresses a popular new policy push aimed at ensuring the American dream of homeownership remains accessible to families rather than corporations. Plus, commentary by Jason Chaffetz, FOX News contributor and the host of the Jason In The House podcast on FOX News Radio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with President Donald Trump at the White House to discuss Iran and the future of Gaza. The meeting comes just days after U.S. and Iranian officials resumed talks in Oman while the United States military continues to maintain a significant presence in the Gulf. Reports say President Trump is considering sending a second aircraft carrier strike group to the Middle East if talks collapse, signaling both a deterrence and leverage in negotiations with Tehran. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with EJ Kimball, foreign policy expert and director of policy at the US-Israel Education Association, who says while Iran poses a real threat to Israel, Tehran is just as big of a problem for the United States. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Billions in taxpayer dollars are reportedly being drained each year by fraud and improper payments, with federal prosecutors uncovering schemes ranging from AI-generated fake records in Minnesota to missing or flawed paperwork in health programs across several states. Lawmakers held multiple fraud hearings this week as new findings from the Government Accountability Office estimate the federal government loses hundreds of billions annually, with Medicare, Medicaid, tax credits, and SNAP among the hardest-hit programs. James Lankford, Oklahoma Republican Senator joins the Rundown to discuss whether Congress can actually rein in waste, fraud, and abuse. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons has released an updated statement recommending against gender-affirming surgeries for anyone under the age of 19, marking a significant shift in the medical debate over treating transgender minors. While groups argue that healthcare decisions should remain between families and doctors, plastic surgeon and Netflix’s Skin Decision: Before and After star Dr. Sheila Nazarian joins to explain why many in her field are raising alarms over a lack of long-term data and why she believes evidence-based medicine must guide the treatment of gender dysphoria in children. Plus, commentary by Howard Kurtz, media and political analyst and the former host of FOX News Channel's MediaBuzz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FBI has released videos of what authorities are calling a "subject" in the Nancy Guthrie abduction investigation. The video shows a masked person near the entrance of the Guthrie home wearing long sleeves, pants, gloves and a backpack. The person, that appears to be a man, walks towards the doorbell camera, and looks to covering it with his fist before turning around and walking away from the front door. FOX’s John Saucier speaks with Nicole Parker, Former FBI Special Agent and Fox News Contributor, who calls this new video evidence a 'treasure trove' of evidence for law enforcement to track the kidnapper or kidnappers down. Nancy Guthrie tip line: 1-800-CALL-FBI Sheriff tip line: 1-520-351-4900 Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the Acting Director of ICE, and the Director of USCIS are all expected to testify today before the House Homeland Security Committee. This hearing takes place as the government faces another potential partial shutdown if Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funding is not passed by the end of the week. Representative Brad Knott (R-NC) joins the Rundown to discuss the standoff over Democratic demands for ICE reform. Florida is now mandating that all driving tests be conducted in English only. While critics argue the rule is rooted in bias rather than safety data, Governor Ron DeSantis and other proponents defend the change as a common-sense measure to ensure drivers can comprehend road signs and laws. Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins joins the Rundown to discuss the policy—catalyzed by a fatal 2025 crash involving a non-English proficient commercial driver—and why he hopes the rest of the country follows the Sunshine State’s lead. Plus, commentary by Jason Rantz, Host of the Jason Rantz Show and author of “What’s Killing America.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Law enforcement says today is the final deadline set by a purported kidnapper for Savannah Guthrie and her siblings to pay a ransom to get their mother Nancy back. There is no indication by the FBI to what action the kidnapper or kidnappers have threatened if that deadline isn’t met. Over the weekend Savannah Guthrie posted a heart-wrenching video message to whomever is holding 84-year-old Nancy saying, “we will pay.” FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with FOX's Alicia Acuna, reporting from outside Nancy Guthrie's home in Tucson, AZ, who says it has become very tense as the deadline approaches with new information remaining sparse. Nancy Guthrie tip line: 1-800-CALL-FBI Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wall Street made history last week, with the Dow closing above 50,000 for the first time. President Trump responded on Truth Social, saying, “Congratulations America,” and predicting the Dow would hit 100,000 by the end of his term. Markets got a boost Friday from better-than-expected consumer confidence and inflation numbers. Ryan Payne, The President Of Payne Capital Management, discusses where the markets may be heading this, and what investors anticipating from January’s jobs report expected to come out Wednesday. He also weighs in on how the rise of artificial intelligence is reshaping the markets and hurting software stocks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the 2026 midterm season kicks off with primaries in Arkansas, North Carolina, and Texas, the political landscape is being shaped by President Trump’s push for increased federal involvement in election oversight. This movement coincides with raids of election facilities in Georgia and Puerto Rico, as the administration continues to re-examine the results of the 2020 election. Republican strategist and co-founder of South and Hill Strategies, Colin Reed, joins the Rundown to break down the key issues taking center stage as candidates begin their fight for party wins. President Trump has signaled a renewed focus on veterans' health care, highlighting a significant reduction in benefit claim backlogs and a record number of homeless veterans being placed in permanent housing during the first year of his second term. Building on the reforms started during his first administration, the current leadership is pushing for a "generational change" intended to shift the focus from bureaucracy to individual patient needs. U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs, Doug Collins, discusses the ongoing mission to eliminate wait times and address the critical issues of veteran homelessness and suicide. Plus, commentary by Riley Gaines, political activist, 12-time NCAA All-American and host of "The Riley Gaines Show" podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As Meta and Google face a landmark trial in California over allegations that social media algorithms are intentionally addictive to minors, the legal world is watching for a "Big Tobacco" moment. Earlier this week, Jonathan Turley, George Washington University Law Professor and FOX News Contributor, joined the Rundown’s Dave Anthony to explain why he remains skeptical of these "addictive technology" lawsuits and the First Amendment hurdles they face. Later, Professor Turley shifted from the courtroom to the history books to discuss his latest work, Rage and the Republic: The Unfinished Story of the American Revolution. He detailed the fascinating, messy life of Thomas Paine and compared the "rage" of the French Revolution to the uniquely controlled democratic impulses that established the United States. Turley also discussed the challenges that democracies will face as social media and artificial intelligence evolve and become a larger part of our lives. In an era of AI and digital polarization, he argues that understanding our founding is the only way to navigate the challenges ahead. 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 legal scholar Jonathan Turley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Every government agency except the Department of Homeland Security is funded through the end of the fiscal year. House Democrats, led by Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, say they will not support a spending bill to keep DHS open beyond next week unless it includes new restrictions on immigration enforcement. FOX News Chief Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram joins to discuss the high-stakes political standoff over DHS funding and what Democrats are demanding regarding ICE reforms.Plus, Former Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf joins to discuss the apparent breakthrough in Minnesota, and the unprecedented cooperation between local officials and federal immigration enforcement officials. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The road to Super Bowl LX ends in Santa Clara. In a matchup very few would have predicted at the beginning of the season, the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks are set for a championship rematch over a decade in the making. While the Patriots pulled off an amazing victory in Super Bowl XLIX, the Seahawks enter this Sunday as the favorites. Three-time Super Bowl champion and FOX Sports analyst Daryl “Moose” Johnston joined Chris Foster earlier this week to break down the X’s and O’s of the big game. Moose explains why he believes Seattle is the most complete team in the NFL and how Sam Darnold successfully "exercised his demons" against the blitz to reach this stage. Moose also discussed his own experience playing in the Super Bowl—sharing how he prepared for the big game and performed with the whole world watching. Additionally, he explains what players actually do during the halftime show and what it was like playing in the Super Bowl when Michael Jackson performed. We often must cut our interviews short during the week, but we thought you might like to hear the full conversation. Today on the FOX News Rundown Extra, we share our entire interview with Dallas Cowboys legend and FOX Sports Analyst Daryl “Moose” Johnston, providing deeper big-game analysis and a look at what it will be like for the players taking the field this Sunday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

US Special Envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner were in Oman this past week to negotiate a revised nuclear agreement with Iran’s foreign minister Abbas Araghchi, amidst the largest US naval buildup in the region since Operation Midnight Hammer. While nuclear capabilities took center stage, other topics such as Iran’s ballistic missile program and support for Hamas, remained largely undiscussed, leaving unanswered questions about the stability of the region. FOX News London-based Correspondent Jonathan Savage joins to discuss the main takeaways from Friday’s negotiations, explaining the historical background that led up to the talks and what they mean for the future of the middle east - and the U.S. Later, Administrator for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Dr. Mehmet Oz weighs in on the true scale of Medicaid fraud in the U.S. healthcare system. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Your W-2 is either already in your hands or on its way to your home, either way, it is time to get your tax documents in order. A recent IRS analysis says that roughly 20% of Americans eligible for key tax breaks, like the Earned Income Tax Credit or Retirement Credits, fail to claim them each year. Others question whether or not they should be itemizing benefits or taking the standard deduction. FOX’s Tonya J. Powers speaks with Paul Miller, of Miller & Company LLP, who says when you are unsure how to maximize your benefits and deductions, you should ask a professional, and he also shares his best tips on what not to forget to claim. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices