The Fox News Rundown

Americans are carrying more debt than ever, but is the "danger zone" actually here? As a new inflation report shows prices climbing again, disposable income is getting squeezed even while consumer spending remains strong. FOX Business Contributor Lou Basenese joins us to break down the latest New York Fed data, exploring how global conflict affects your wallet and how to manage high-interest debt in a "higher for longer" environment.

What happened to the American scientists who had suddenly died or vanished? A new FOX Nation special, "Vanished: America's Missing Scientists," investigates the mysterious disappearances and deaths of at least 11 individuals tied to U.S. nuclear, defense, and aerospace programs since 2022. While some say these tragic events are coincidences, others see a dire threat to national security. Theoretical physicist and best-selling author Dr. Michio Kaku joins the Rundown to discuss why these "coincidences" are making him uncomfortable.

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

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China is the biggest buyer of oil and gas passing through the Strait of Hormuz and the White House is saying both President Trump and Chinese President Xi agreed the key waterway must remain open. The discussions also focused on trade and how to better it between the two nations, and will test whether diplomacy can translate into progress on the divisions that define the U.S.–China relationship.

FOX’s John Saucier speaks with Jack Burnham, senior research analyst at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies’ (FDD’s) China Program, who says with China's support of Iran, they won't be pressing Tehran into anything that makes them lose control of the country.

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The 2026 primary season is in full swing, and this year, many sitting lawmakers face challenges from both the left and the right. One Republican incumbent fighting to keep his seat is Senator Bill Cassidy (R-LA). He faces multiple primary challengers this Saturday, including Louisiana Congresswoman Julia Letlow, who has been endorsed by President Trump. Senator Cassidy joins the Rundown to discuss his upcoming primary and his controversial vote to impeach President Trump during his first term. He also weighs in on rising gas prices and Louisiana’s ongoing redistricting fight.

This year, America celebrates 250 years of independence. While many complain about how polarized the country has become, someone with a front-row seat to the inner workings of American government says the United States has overcome much greater challenges than those it faces today. U.S. Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch joins the Rundown to discuss how early patriots risked their lives for freedom, his judicial approach on the High Court, and why he hopes to educate younger generations through his new children’s book, Heroes of 1776: The Story of the Declaration of Independence.

PLUS, Commentary by New York Post Columnist Karol Markowicz on older generations' use of phones and an alarming rise in screen time.

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Military action between the United States and Iran remains in limbo as anti-Semitism in the U.S. continues to surge, driven in part by the conflict. President Trump recently encouraged Jewish Americans to observe Shabbat in honor of Jewish Heritage Month and the upcoming 250th anniversary of American independence.

FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Rabbi Yaakov Menken, Executive Vice President of the Coalition for Jewish Values, who denounces the rise in anti-Semitic incidents and praises the president’s proclamation.
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With President Trump heading to Beijing for a high-stakes summit with Xi Jinping , a critical debate has intensified regarding the best strategies to counter Chinese aggression and protect American interests. Gatestone Institute Senior Fellow Gordon G. Chang joins to discuss China’s involvement in the Iran conflict, the security risks of allowing Chinese manufacturing on U.S. soil, and the urgent need to view China not as a competitor, but as an enemy.

Inflation is back on the rise. With the latest Consumer Price Index showing prices for common goods rose 0.6% from a month ago and are 3.8% higher than last year, Americans are feeling the pinch at the pump and in the grocery store. In an effort to provide relief, there are now calls to suspend the federal gas tax and push for further deregulation to "unleash" domestic energy. Louisiana Republican Congresswoman Julia Letlow joins us to discuss why she is optimistic President Trump and the GOP will have a "swift response" to inflation and gas prices. Plus, she weighs in on the redistricting fight in Louisiana and her high-stakes Senate primary race against incumbent Senator Bill Cassidy.

PLUS, commentary by David Marcus, columnist for FOX News Digital. 

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