The Fox News Rundown

Concerts and sporting events cost a fortune these days and Congress is taking notice. A hearing before the Senate took place to find a solution for the decades old problem that seems to be getting worse with junk fees, scalpers and resale bots. Representing artists is MAGA-friendly Kid Rock, who has been urging Congress and other federal regulators to crack down on ticketing abuses after standing with President Trump during last year’s enforcement push. Also testifying is 'Live Nation' executive Dan Wall, who has been under heavy scrutiny as they are facing a major antitrust lawsuit filed by the DOJ. FOX’s John Saucier speaks with FOX's Rich Edson, senior national correspondent for FOX News Channel (FNC) who monitored the hearing, who says there are multiple factors that surround the skyrocketing cost of live entertainment. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump has kicked off a weekly national travel schedule to champion his economic agenda and mobilize voters ahead of the 2026 midterms. Amidst growing tensions surrounding immigration enforcement following the recent shooting in Minneapolis, the administration has made some personnel changes to ICE operations, while also doubling down on "80 percent issues" like affordability and border security. FOX News Political Analyst and former RNC Chairman Reince Priebus joins the Rundown to break down the GOP’s roadmap for turning the midterms into a presidential-style victory. Forty years ago today, the world watched in horror as the Space Shuttle Challenger exploded 73 seconds after liftoff, a tragedy that exposed critical hardware failures and sparked a national conversation about the inherent risks of pushing the human frontier. Retired NASA astronauts Bonnie Dunbar and Clayton Anderson join to look back at the lives of the seven heroes lost, the evolution of safety protocols that followed the investigation, and the unwavering spirit of discovery required to reach for the Moon and Mars. Plus, commentary by FOX News contributor Joe Concha. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dire warnings are being issued about the pressing need to protect the endangered Syrian Kurdish population under attack by government forces in the war-torn country. Both Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., and former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo have taken to social media encouraging renewed support of the Kurds after hints have been made our relationship with them has ended. The U.S.-allied Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) played a large role in dismantling the ISIS terror group's caliphate that spread from Syria to Iraq. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks Qanta Ahmed, world-travelled human rights investigator and Senior Fellow with The Independent Women's Forum, who says the United States needs to immediately begin active support of the Syrian Kurds, a longtime ally. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump is hitting the road today, traveling to Iowa to kick off campaign events for this year's Midterm Elections in hopes that Republicans can keep control of both the House and the Senate. Recently, Republicans' messaging has centered around restoring "common sense and sanity" in government and putting more money back in the pockets of working families. Iowa Republican Congresswoman Ashley Hinson is running for Senator Joni Ernst's seat. She joins the Rundown to discuss her plans to address Americans' concerns and the importance of agriculture.As House Republicans prepare a series of high-stakes hearings into widespread fraud in Minnesota, taxpayers and lawmakers are asking a critical question: how deep does the rabbit hole go? Federal prosecutions have already exposed a $250 million scheme involving the Feeding Our Future nonprofit, and a new wave of allegations surrounding the state's Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) has brought Minnesota to the center of a national firestorm. Scott Dexter, a retired fraud investigator from the Minnesota Department of Human Services Inspector General’s office, joins the Rundown to explain how the system failed, and whether Minnesota is just the beginning. Plus, commentary by Lee Hartley Carter, president of Maslansky and Partners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The world marks Holocaust Remembrance Day on January twenty-seventh each year. It's the date when in nineteen forty-five the Soviet Army liberated the infamous death camp at Auschwitz-Birkenau in Poland. A new documentary now in theaters, 'Among Friends', tells the dark story of how antisemitism in Poland persisted after World War II, manifesting in violence and discrimination between 1944 and 1947, which resulted in over 1,000 Jewish deaths. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Yoav Potash, director of 'Among Friends', who explains why he felt needed to take on the project. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While tens of millions of Americans are digging out from a historic winter storm, Wall Street is hoping for a scorching earnings season. Fourth-quarter earnings season kicks into high gear this week as the market’s heavyweights prepare to be in the spotlight. A major focus will be on four of the “magnificent seven” tech giants—Apple, Meta, Microsoft, and Tesla—all set to report this week. But the giants don't stop there. We are also watching results from United Health, Chevron, Verizon, Boeing, and American Express. Capitalist Pig hedge fund manager and Fox Business contributor… Jonathan Hoenig joins FOX Business Network’s Taylor Riggs to discuss what investors are expecting from this week’s earnings numbers, as well as how escalating trade tensions, AI, and the housing market could impact the economy and the markets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Minneapolis saw tensions escalate again over the weekend after a second resident was shot and killed by federal agents amid protests against DHS enforcement in the city. Authorities identified the man as Alex Pretti, an ICU nurse at a VA hospital. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said Pretti was armed when he approached agents, while Minnesota leaders continue to call for immigration enforcement to end as they say fear is growing in the community. House Homeland Security Subcommittee Chairman August Pfluger (R-TX) joins the Rundown to discuss what comes next and if there's a way that local and federal leaders are able to work together to restore calm.As many worry about the risks of artificial intelligence, FOX Business host Charles Payne says it’s time to focus on the upside. A new White House report suggests AI could significantly boost U.S. productivity, signaling a major economic shift. Payne joins the Rundown to explain why he sees AI as a “magnificent” industrial revolution—one that’s open to everyone, not just a select few. Plus, commentary by Presidential historian and senior fellow at the Ronald Reagan Institute, Tevi Troy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What began as a chance encounter with a struggling veteran during a roadside breakdown in 2011 turned into a 14-year journey of advocacy and filmmaking for Steven Grayhm. Along with co-star Matt Dallas, Grayhm set out to bridge the gap between the civilian and veteran communities. Their mission culminates in the new film Sheepdog, a raw and unsanitized look at the realities of life after service. Writer, director, and star Steven Grayhm, and actor Matt Dallas, joined host Lisa Brady on the FOX News Rundown to discuss their film’s focus on the long journey of "post-traumatic growth" and healing. They also discuss why five million veterans have yet to access the care they’ve earned 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 Steven Grayhm and Matt Dallas, offering an even deeper look at their film, Sheepdog. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the nation not far off the heels of the longest government shutdown in history, disagreements over ICE’s funding have raised concerns about another spending package standoff. FOX News Chief Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram joins to break down the state of Government funding for the upcoming year, Jack Smith’s tense standoff with Congress over his January 6th investigation, Bill and Hillary Clinton potentially being held in Contempt of congress, and the political consequences of taking a snow day on Capitol Hill. Later, Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum joins to explain Venezuela and Greenland’s relevance to America’s energy and security needs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jillian Michaels—world-renowned fitness trainer, best-selling author, and certified nutrition consultant—is shifting her focus from the gym to the systemic issues facing American health. In her new FOX Nation documentary, Toxic: America’s Food Crisis, Michaels takes a hard look at the food, farming, and medical industries. She joined host Chris Foster on the FOX News Rundown earlier this week to break down the documentary’s findings, react to the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans, and share her candid thoughts on the rise of weight-loss drugs. She also shared fitness tips for those with a busy schedule. 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 Jillian Michaels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

High-stakes negotiations at the World Economic Forum in Davos have produced a secretive new framework for Greenland that aims to block Russian and Chinese influence in the Arctic while securing American defense assets. FOX News White House Correspondent Peter Doocy joins to discuss the strategic importance of "Golden Dome" interceptors, the impact of new tariff threats on global markets, and the President’s vision for a "Board of Peace" to oversee a decades-long reconstruction of Gaza. Later, Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins discusses the discovery of widespread fraud within the SNAP program and how the USDA plans to maintain benefits for families as the next government shutdown deadline approaches. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Attorney General Pam Bondi announced that Federal authorities have arrested anti-ICE agitators after a mob stormed a church service in St. Paul, Minnesota. Bondi named Nekima Levy Armstrong, Chauntyll Louisa Allen and William Kelly as the suspects. FBI Director Kash Patel said the arrests were in connection with a violation of the FACE Act, which prohibits interfering with those practicing their religion at a place of worship. FOX's Ryan Schmelz speaks with Rep. Jimmy Patronis (R-FL) who says decisive action needs to be taken to protect churches from invasion by protesters or other such agitators. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump captured the world's attention this week in Davos by making the case for a U.S. purchase of Greenland. After some contentious moments, the president announced that he and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte have "formed the framework of a future deal” for the largest island on earth. But as the President prepares to head to Iowa to sell his economic message ahead of the fall midterms, questions remain about how to resolve America’s “affordability” problem and the squeeze on America’s middle class. Brianna Lyman, elections correspondent for The Federalist, joins FOX Business Network’s Taylor Riggs to discuss the value of Greenland and what she sees as the growing divide between corporate interests and true capitalism. Plus, Brianna weighs in on the deal that "saved" TikTok for Gen Z and the latest "No-Buy January" trend taking over social media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump is concluding a momentous first year of his second term at the World Economic Forum in Davos. His visit is highlighted by the inauguration of a new "Board of Peace" and the unveiling of a bold strategic framework for a Greenland deal. Back in Washington, the legal temperature is rising. Former Special Counsel Jack Smith is under fire following intense testimony before the House Judiciary Committee regarding his investigative tactics. Meanwhile, a historic bipartisan coalition of House members moves to hold the Clintons in contempt of Congress. FOX News Sunday anchor Shannon Bream joins the Rundown to break down these global shifts and the high-stakes legal battles unfolding on Capitol Hill. Nearly 17 veterans take their lives every day in America, highlighting a critical disconnect where millions of former service members remain isolated from the life-saving care and communities they earned. Director Steven Grayhm and actor Matt Dallas join to discuss their new film Sheepdog, a project born from a 14-year journey to authentically portray the veteran experience, the reality of post-traumatic growth, and the vital role of community support in reaching the five million veterans who have yet to access their VA benefits. Plus, commentary by David Marcus, FOX News Digital columnist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A jury returned a not guilty verdict this week in the trial of former Uvalde, Texas school police officer Adrian Gonzales, who was charged with 29 counts of child abandonment or endangerment tied to the May 24, 2022, Robb Elementary shooting. 19 students and 2 teachers were killed as officers waited more than an hour to storm the class where the slaughter was going on. Following the verdict, Uvalde families sat in the courtroom in silence with some wiping away tears. FOX’s John Saucier speaks with FOX's Brooke Taylor, who says it was a highly emotional trial to follow with many just accepting the verdict while still wanting some accountability. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vice President Vance is traveling to Minneapolis as protests intensify over ICE operations in the city, fueling clashes between demonstrators, local leaders, and federal agents. Federal prosecutors have issued subpoenas to top Minnesota officials as part of an investigation into alleged obstruction of immigration enforcement. Meanwhile, ICE continues to highlight arrests of violent criminal suspects, while local law enforcement raises concerns over enforcement tactics. Jonathan Fahey, attorney and former acting ICE director, joins the Rundown to break down the logistics of current ICE operations, as the DOJ investigates whether local leaders are actively obstructing federal law. President Trump is shaking up global diplomacy at Davos by introducing the "Board of Peace"—a prestigious new body that will play a role in carrying out phase two of the President’s Gaza plan, as well as supplant some functions of the United Nations. But can this board succeed where the UN has failed? Former Ambassador-at-Large Nathan Sales joins the Rundown to break down the strategy for getting Hamas to disarm, the potential for American-style transparency in international aid, and why the President might lead this board long after leaving the Oval Office. Plus, commentary by John Ashbrook, co-host of the Ruthless Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, said that the U.S. is the only nation that is in a position to control and secure Greenland. The President added he 'will not use force' to take Greenland but is convinced obtaining ownership of it will make the United States and the world much safer. He took to 'Truth Social' saying that a framework of an agreement for Greenland is currently being reached. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Lucas Tomlinson, FOX News correspondent reporting from the capital of Greenland, Nuuk, who says while the people of Greenland may not be too happy about the prospect, European nations could back the move. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is Greenland our next Alaska? Interior Secretary Doug Burgum joins the Rundown to explain why President Trump is eyeing the Danish territory as an essential "bookend" for North American security. He explains parallels to the purchase of Alaska and how the Arctic could be becoming the next major battleground for global powers like Russia and China. A high-stakes showdown at the Supreme Court is pitting the White House against the Federal Reserve. Fed Governor Lisa Cook is fighting to keep her seat, asking the High Court to block the Trump administration’s efforts to remove her following allegations of mortgage fraud. This comes as President Trump renews criticism of the Federal Reserve and pushes to reshape its leadership ahead of a new chair appointment later this year. FOX Business correspondent Lydia Hu joins the Rundown to break down the legal battle and how it could redefine Fed independence forever. Hu also discusses the legal challenges to President Trump’s tariff authority. Plus, commentary by FOX News contributor Joe Concha. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The House Oversight Committee has opened an investigation into Rep. Ilhan Omar and her husband over financial disclosures of just two years that show a sudden increase in the couple's wealth. Rep. Omar filed that the financial firm owned by her husband, Tim Munett, Rose Lake Capital, LLC, that in just 2years the company went from an evaluation of $5-thousand to one of $25-million.The investigation comes as Rep. Omar is also embroiled in a massive fraud probe in Minnesota. President Trump weighed in over the weekend saying that that Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar of Minnesota should either be locked up in jail or sent to Somalia in a Truth Social post.. FOX’s John Saucier speaks with Nate Foy, FOX News correspondent, who says the outcome of this investigation could obviously have major political implications for Rep. Omar. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How is Trump's second term going? One year into President Trump’s second term, how much of the "America First" agenda has been realized? From securing the border to strengthening the U.S. economy, the administration’s bold promises are being put to the test. FOX News Contributor and former White House Deputy Chief of Staff Karl Rove joins the Rundown to analyze the biggest successes of the past year. We dive into the looming challenges for 2026, including the legal battles over new tariffs, the national affordability concerns, and the rising anti-ICE protests across American cities. Americans are expected to start feeling the effects of President Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill,” signed into law last summer, as a series of tax changes officially kick in. The legislation includes new relief aimed at the middle class and working Americans, from higher standard deductions to first-ever tax breaks on auto loan interest, Social Security income, tips, and overtime pay. FOX Business’ Gerri Willis joins the Rundown to explain how these updates, along with an extension of earlier tax cuts, could drive consumer spending and shape the broader economic outlook. Plus, commentary by Jimmy Failla, host of "FOX Across America" and "FOX News Saturday Night." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices