The Fox News Rundown

Oil prices are surging following this weekend’s US and Israeli strikes on Iran. Fears mount that the conflict could drag on for weeks.

Compounding that concern are reports that Iran is moving to restrict passage in the Strait of Hormuz—the world’s most critical oil export route. a prolonged blockade – and the potential targeting of oil facilities -- could create a severe global supply crunch.

The destabilization of the region is also impacting other industries, including travel and banking. Meanwhile, gold and the dollar bounced as investors moved to safety, fearing the military operation could be prolonged.

FOX Business Network’s Taylor speaks with her Big Money Show co-host Jackie DeAngelis about how Operation Epic Fury has the oil markets on edge, and what it could mean for gas prices in the coming weeks and months.
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The Middle East faces a major geopolitical shift following a joint U.S. and Israeli operation in Iran that resulted in the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and several top commanders. President Trump ordered the strike with the goal of "giving the country back to the Iranian people," sparking debate in Washington over executive authority and the War Powers Act. Texas Republican Congressman Pat Fallon, a member of the Armed Services and Intelligence Committees, joins the Rundown to discuss the strategic implications of the attack, and the risk of retaliation at home.

With 30 million Americans living with a rare disease, is the traditional "blockbuster" drug model failing the approximately one in 11 people who need specialized care? Judy Stecker, founder of Wheeler’s Warriors and former HHS official, joins us to discuss a historic shift at the FDA. From the groundbreaking use of genome editing to treat metabolic diseases to the emotional journey of her son Wheeler, Stecker explains how she believes the science of "genetic patches" has finally outpaced our regulatory system.

Plus, commentary by Senior Fellow at the Lexington Institute, Dr. Rebecca Grant.
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The restaurant and food service industry is the nation's second-largest private-sector employer, trailing only healthcare. How this industry performs is vital to the American economy, its millions of workers, and their customers.

According to a recent National Restaurant Association survey, 60% of Americans consider dining out essential to their lifestyle, prioritizing it over electronics, clothing, and even entertainment. Yet, a massive disconnect remains: 7 in 10 Americans say they would dine out more if they could afford it, while 60% of restaurant owners reported a drop in foot traffic last year.

Earlier this week, FOX News Rundown host Chris Foster spoke with Dr. Chad Moutray, the National Restaurant Association’s Chief Economist, about the state of the restaurant industry and why he is cautiously optimistic about the year ahead. Moutray discusses how dining trends, inflation, and delivery apps are impacting eateries both big and small.

While we often have to cut interviews short during the week, we thought you might like to hear the full conversation. Today on the FOX News Rundown Extra, we share our entire interview with Dr. Chad Moutray so you can learn more about the reality of dining out in today’s economy.
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Is this the end of the Islamic Republic? Following reports of the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei during a series of joint US-Israeli airstrikes, the Middle East stands at a historic crossroads. Today on the FOX News Rundown: From Washington, Michael Allen, who was a Special Assistant to President George W. Bush at the National Security Council, joins to break down the "gargantuan" implications of these strikes and President Trump’s direct appeal to the Iranian people to reclaim their country. He also explains what this massive development may mean for oil prices and America's stance against China and Russia.

Later, White House OMB Director Russ Vought joins to discuss the ongoing standoff over Department of Homeland Security funding.

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While the national conversation around Artificial Intelligence often focuses on job displacement or the strain on our energy grid, a new effort is underway to use this technology for a more critical mission: protecting and educating our children. Although First Lady Melania Trump has led a White House initiative focusing on AI in the classroom, businessman and advocate Mitch Mitchem believes it is time to take that mission even further.

FOX News Rundown host Lisa Brady recently spoke with Mitchem—the CEO of Hive and a father of four whose son survived a school shooting in Colorado—to get his deeply personal perspective on the debate over school safety. He discussed why American schools must evolve and how integrating AI and robotics can improve both educational outcomes and emergency response times. He also warned of the potential long-term pitfalls if we fail to embrace these technological advancements.

We often have to cut interviews short during the week, but we thought you might like to hear the full conversation.

Today on Fox News Rundown Extra, we share our full interview with Mitch Mitchem, a father and businessman.
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