The Fox News Rundown

With just three weeks until the 2026 midterms, both parties are making their final pushes. President Trump continues his cross-country campaign blitz in key battleground states, while House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries frames the upcoming vote as a pivotal "Judgment Day" for the nation. Co-host of FOX & Friends and host of The Brian Kilmeade Show on FOX News Radio Brian Kilmeade, joins the Rundown to analyze the tightening Senate races and how energy policies are shaping voter choices. He also discusses his new book, Uniting the States: Six Crucial Moments That Forged the American Miracle.

Can America actually afford Medicare for all, or is universal healthcare an impossible economic pipe dream? FOX Business contributor Lou Basenese joins the Rundown to unpack the massive price tag behind universal healthcare proposals, and to explain why confiscating billionaire wealth and corporate profits still won't cover the bill.

PLUS, commentary by Ted Jenkin, President of Exit Stage Left Advisors and Host of The Red, White & Green Show.

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Fentanyl overdose deaths are seeing a significant drop, but is the battle against cartels really turning the tide? A former federal special agent joins the Rundown to explain why targeting leadership alone acts like "whack-a-mole" unless financial communication networks are completely dismantled.FOX's Jessica Rosenthal speaks with Retired Special Agent with Homeland Security Investigations Eric Balliet to analyze the latest overdose statistics, effectiveness of border strategies and what it takes to disrupt transnational criminal networks.
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Could New York have a Republican governor for the first time in nearly 20 years? Nassau County Executive and New York Republican gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman breaks down his campaign strategy to flip the Empire State. Blakeman sharply criticizes Governor Kathy Hochul's policies in ICE cooperation, sanctuary status, and economic growth, arguing current leadership endangers public safety and drives away jobs. He outlines his day-one priorities if elected, including signing an executive order to end New York's sanctuary state status, lowering utility bills, and cutting taxes.

Is AI an existential threat or the engine of America’s next economic boom?With the national debate reaching a fever pitch ahead of the midterms, Washington and Silicon Valley are locked in a high-stakes battle over regulation versus innovation. FOX Business host Taylor Riggs joins the Rundown to preview her upcoming special, "FOX Business In Depth: AI Arms Race." She breaks down the line between real public safety risks and massive economic potential—and exposes why Big Tech's doomsday "scare tactics" might come with ulterior motives.

PLUS, commentary by Dr. Marc Siegel, Senior Medical Analyst for FOX News.

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Cybercrime is reaching record proportions, with older Americans losing tens of billions of dollars to sophisticated online schemes. But this isn’t just about hackers stealing passwords—bad actors are using artificial intelligence to clone voices, replicate family photos, and manipulate victims into willingly handing over their savings.

Heritage Foundation Chief Economist E.J. Antoni joined Lisa Brady on the FOX News Rundown earlier this week to explain how massive overseas crime compounds in Southeast Asia—often operated using trafficked forced labor—are running these scams like full-scale businesses. Antoni outlined why targeting bank transactions happens too late, why tech companies must partner with government agencies to stop fraud at the source, and the steps families can take to protect themselves online.

We couldn't air the entire conversation earlier this week due to time constraints, but you can hear it in full on today's FOX News Rundown: Extra.

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With the midterm elections growing closer, the future of Congressional leadership is top of mind as Democrats eye potential control of the House and Senate this November. FOX News Chief Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram joins the Rundown to discuss potential outcomes following Election Day if Republicans lose one or both of their razor-thin majorities.

Plus, anchor of Fox's The Story and host of The Untold Story podcast Martha MacCallum breaks down what the latest Fox News Power Rankings mean for the midterms and reflects on Fox News' industry impact as the network celebrates its 30th anniversary.

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