The Fox News Rundown

We’re just hours away from the New Year, and while Americans prepare to celebrate, law enforcement is preparing to protect them. Former FBI Special Agent John Iannarelli joins us to discuss how authorities are preparing for tonight’s events—and the importance of public vigilance, preventive law enforcement tactics, and enhanced security technology in keeping people safe. Then, we revisit one of our most impactful interviews from the past year, when former Mississippi Governor Phil Bryant joined Lisa Brady to discuss the “Mississippi Miracle," how The Magnolia State turned their schools around and how their plan could be a blueprint for improving students’ test scores nationwide. Plus, commentary by Jimmy Failla, FOX News Saturday Night host and FOX Across America host on FOX News Radio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While majority of Americans currently have a somewhat negative view of the economy with job numbers remaining low and grocery prices staying high but that could drastically change next year. Experts are predicting increased U.S. economic growth in the new year because of factors including reduced tariff drag, last year's tax cuts and reforms along with lowered oil prices. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Anthony Esposito, CEO of AscalonVI Capital, who says he is optimistic because of a few factors including reducing energy prices. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Following weeks of negotiations of a possible peace plan, President Trump hosted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida this weekend. The two leaders say they are nearly in full agreement with a plan which could lead to the first call between President Zelenskyy and President Putin in five years. The discussions revolved around security guarantees for Ukraine and the Trump administration's national security concerns. Senior Fellow at the Lexington Institute, Dr. Rebecca Grant, joins the Rundown to discuss the Trump administration's plan moving forward, and whether Russia will back away from the territory it holds. Then, we revisit one of our most impactful interviews from the past year, when Executive Director of the U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness, Dr. Robert Marbut, and actor Billy Baldwin spoke with Gurnal Scott to discuss their documentary, Fentanyl: Death Incorporated, and why they believe our country needs a new approach to addressing its drug crisis. Plus, commentary by Ted Jenkin, president of Exit Stage Left Advisors and partner at Exit Wealth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Two world leaders in two days meet with President Trump at his Mar-a-Lago estate. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with President Trump over the weekend, as Kyiv remains locked in a very deadly, protracted war against Russia with the administration looking to broker peace while offering security guarantees for Ukraine. Israeli President Benjamin Netanyahu also meeting with President Trump and expressing ongoing concerns about the regime in Iran. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with FOX's Lucas Tomlinson, reporting from West Palm Beach, FL, who says the meetings come at key moments in creating peace in Ukraine and maintaining it in Gaza. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In just a few days, New York City, the world's business capital, will have a new mayor, Zoran Momdani. The self-described democratic socialist platform includes free buses, universal childcare, and city-run grocery stores. Prominent Democrats hesitated to support Momdany in New York City's mayoral race. Since his victory, Republicans nationwide have been raising red flags about his policies. Some of these ideas may appeal to residents of one of America's most expensive cities. However, critics fear his use of class warfare tactics and promotion of reliance on the government may harken back to the early stages of other failed or even destructive political movements in world history. FOX Business’ Lydia Hu speaks with Dr. Eric Patterson, the President and CEO of the Victims of Communism Memorial Foundation in Washington, D.C., to discuss his organization, the dangers of ‘class warfare’ rhetoric and policies, and why he fears Mamdani’s popularity could signal a shift in American politics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices