The Fox News Rundown

The country spent much of this past week fixated on those mysterious drones flying over New Jersey and other parts of the country. But one story that was under the radar for many was the Pentagon's release of a report on China warning of the nation’s rapid military buildup and expansion of its nuclear program. Earlier this week, I spoke with New Jersey Republican Congressman Chris Smith, Chair of the Congressional-Executive Commission on China. We discussed his concerns about our adversaries' growth, and he explained how bad decisions made by the US policymakers over the last several decades have ‘aided and abetted' China’s human rights violations and their continued aggression on the world stage. The New Jersey congressman, of course, also weighed in on those drones… and laid out why he does not believe the Biden administration’s statements regarding the matter and believes many are nefarious--perhaps even being operated by our foreign foes. 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 with Representative Chris Smith, allowing you to learn even more about his concerns with China, including allegations of child labor and human organ harvesting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Will a wild week in Washington foreshadow what to expect from President-elect Trump's second term in office? As Congress stared down a government shutdown, President-elect Trump and Elon Musk took to X to shoot down the 1547-page Continuing Resolution. It wasn't until Friday evening that Democrats came together with some Republicans to pass the temporary government funding bill. FOX News Senior White House Correspondent Jacqui Heinrich breaks down what this all could mean for the incoming administration.   American diplomats visited the Syrian capital of Damascus for the first time in over a decade last week, meeting with the leader of the Islamist rebel group Ha'yat Tahrir al-Sham -- the terrorist organization that has largely taken control of the region after ousting former President Bashar Assad. Now, as various rebel groups with differing agendas aim to fill this new power vacuum in Syria, how can the U.S. act to ensure a dangerous terror group like ISIS doesn't take control of Syria? FOX News Foreign Correspondent Alex Hogan shares the significance of Americans meeting with HTS, what could happen if Syria permanently fell under the control of terrorists, and how this potential future reality could be avoided. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thousands of Amazon workers from California to New York remain on strike as the Teamsters try to pressure the retail giant into allowing them to join contract negotiations. Workers at seven facilities have been striking over the company’s refusal to recognize the union and its contract negotiation needs. The Teamsters only represent ten thousand of the million and a half Amazon employees and Amazon says this strike will not disrupt holiday deliveries. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Madison Alworth, FOX Business Network correspondent reporting from outside an Amazon delivery hub in Maspeth, NY, who says Amazon has told FOX Business that the work stoppage has been created and “manufactured” by the Teamsters. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Amazon warehouse workers are striking this week, pushing for higher wages and improved benefits and safety conditions. A local Teamster president said the strike will last “as long as it takes” but Amazon tells customers last-minute holiday orders will not be impacted. In Washington, the Federal Reserve cut rates by a quarter point—in line with expectations. Fed Chair Jerome Powell signaled that the inflation data guides future rate cut decisions…but is the battle to rein in rising prices over yet? Fox Business correspondent Lydia Hu speaks with President and Chief Investment Officer at Equinox Partners Investment Management Sean Fieler to discuss how unions are testing their political capital and what to expect from inflation and interest rates in 2025. Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Biden is still commander in chief for about another month, yet it seems like President-elect Donald Trump has already taken over. Yet, Biden did attend the Democratic National Committee's holiday party over the weekend, where he confidently said he believes he has left the country in better shape than when he took office. FOX News Sunday Anchor Shannon Bream joins to discuss how the President-elect is already influencing policy, the fate of TikTok, and the mysterious drones flying over New Jersey. Congress is scrambling to avoid a government shutdown right before the holidays, and President-elect Trump has stirred up another debate on the debt ceiling, which he says should be eliminated. The call to end the debt ceiling has divided the Republican party, with some lawmakers openly opposing the President-elect. Senator James Lankford (R-OK) joins the Rundown to discuss what should be done about the debt ceiling, the fight to secure the Southern border, and what the first 100 days of President-elect Trump's administration will look like. Plus, commentary from the host of “Tomi Lahren is Fearless on Outkick,” Tomi Lahren. Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Luigi Mangione, the man accused of killing United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson in Manhattan just weeks ago, is now back in the custody of New York law enforcement. The alleged murder was extradited from Pennsylvania and now faces new federal murder charges. The new charges include stalking and murder which carry a possible death sentence. FOX’s John Saucier speaks with Bryan Llenas, FOX News correspondent reporting from outside the Blair County Courthouse, Hollidaysburg, PA, who describes dozens of law enforcement officers showed up to the extradition and details the new federal charges the suspect faces. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Pentagon released a new report on China outlining their efforts to increase military capabilities to rival the United States. China is ramping up nuclear warhead production, aiming to build 1,000 by 2030, along with increased investment in drone programs. Stateside, drone sightings and the lack of information from the government have caused a stir with citizens and local politicians. New Jersey Republican Congressman Chris Smith joins the Rundown to discuss China's increased military capabilities, his theories on the drone sightings across the Northeast, and shares details from his Autism CARES Act. The fight to raise the minimum wage has been taking place across the nation for the past several years. Soon, nearly two dozen states will have wages starting at over $15 an hour. These increases will have helped folks marginally, with wages still not keeping pace with quickly rising costs of living necessities. Co-host of The Big Money Show, Brian Brenberg joins to share how increased minimum wage has impacted businesses and their workers, later reflecting on the 2024 economy as a whole. Plus, commentary by columnist David Marcus. Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A group of female lawmakers are sharing their frustration with the nearly one hundred hostages, including three Americans, that remain in Hamas custody in Gaza. Its been nearly four hundred fifty days after Hamas attacked killing and kidnapping Israelis from toddlers to senior citizens. President-elect Trump has promised that "all hell will break loose" if all the hostages are not let go by the time he takes office in January. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Representative Kat Cammack (R-FL), who was at an event outside the White House Wednesday with the 'Bipartisan Women’s Caucus' calling for all hostages to be immediately released. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The mysterious drones spotted flying over New Jersey and at least six other states have captured Americans' attention, creating worry and concern over their source for over a week now. Government agencies issued a joint statement on Monday saying there is no evidence that these drones are a threat to national security or public safety. So when will Americans have more answers on these peculiar sightings? Military affairs analyst Dr. Paul Schwennesen joins to explain the evolution of drone technology and what exactly drones of this size could be capable of. How will artificial intelligence shape our future? While AI holds the promise of significant benefits for humanity, there are also concerns about its potential misuse. A bipartisan House task force has just released a report with recommendations for smart regulation, aiming to position America as a leader in this emerging field. California Republican Congressman Jay Obernolte, co-chair of the task force, joins the Rundown to discuss how AI can revolutionize our lives for the better and why Congress must establish protections to prevent potential harm. Plus, commentary from FOX News Contributor Tammy Bruce. Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Tuesday, Russian general Igor Kirillov was killed via an explosive device planted within his apartment. Ukrainian Security Services have since claimed credit for the assassination, calling Kirillov “a war criminal and entirely legitimate target.”  FOX’s John Saucier speaks with FOX News contributor and former CIA Station Chief Dan Hoffman about how the killing may change the Russian-Ukraine war, and later Dan weighs in on the mysterious drone sightings in the U.S. Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President-elect Donald Trump nominated Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, however some lawmakers are concerned about his stances on various health issues such as abortion, vaccines, and food dye. RFK Jr. kicked off a week-long visit to Capitol Hill on Monday, where he will meet with Republican senators, hoping to be confirmed into the President-elect's cabinet. FOX News Senior National Correspondent Aishah Hasnie joins to break down RFK's recent controversy surrounding the polio vaccine and why it may be a long confirmation process. The Trump campaign made big promises on the trail about bringing jobs back to the United States, and now some plans are unfolding as Trump draws in investments from various companies. Softbank CEO Masayoshi Son announced a $100 billion investment in the United States as the President-elect remains hopeful that tax cuts and tariffs will bring down inflation and bring jobs back. FOX Business White House Correspondent Edward Lawrence joins the Rundown to discuss what the Softbank investment means for Americans, the President-elect's plans to bring down inflation, and why big tech CEOs are flocking to meet with the next resident of the Oval Office. Plus, commentary from Ramsey Solutions financial expert and host of "The Rachel Cruze Show," Rachel Cruze. Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President-elect Trump held a wide ranging press conference, first one since the election, with reporters at his Mar-a-Lago transition headquarters. He discussed foreign policy, tariffs, reviewing vaccine mandates and lack of answers on the strange amount of drone sightings happening all across the country. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with FOX's Griff Jenkins, who was in attendance at the Mar-a-Lago news conference, and says the President-elect seems to be more patient with the press. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

At Mar-a-Lago, President-elect Trump has revealed Japanese multinational investment firm Softbank Group plans to invest $100 billion into U.S. projects in the next four years. The move is set to bring 100,000 jobs to the country, a major economic win for the incoming administration. Meanwhile, the country is seeing improved consumer sentiment, a rapid rise in Bitcoin, and Fed Chair Powell is soon to make his final 2024 rate cut decision. Co-anchor of ‘The Big Money Show’ Brian Brenberg speaks with Annex Wealth Management Chief Economist Brian Jacobsen about why the multi-billion-dollar investment is a sign of the times for the US economy in 2025. Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Republicans regained the Senate majority in the 2024 election but some controversial cabinet picks from President-elect Trump have caused some division. The White House is facing some scrutiny as they have failed to provide answers to drone sightings across the northeast, with the Biden administration saying that there is no cause for concern. The House will have to stare down a potential government shutdown at the end of the week as the deadline for federal funding into 2025 looms large. South Dakota Senator Mike Rounds (R) joins the Rundown to discuss the confirmation process for the President-elect’s cabinet, his thoughts on the government response to drone sightings, and what he expects from the first months of the second Trump presidency. These days, most kids unwrap at least one big-ticket tech item, but with that comes a lot of frustration—from the kids and their parents. Many adults struggle with how much screen time they should allow for their children day to day. Samantha Silverman, licensed clinical social worker and owner of Silver Linings Mental Health, joins the Rundown to share tips on preventing tech tantrums and how much screen time is too much. Plus, commentary from Country Music star John Rich. (Image Via AP) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Time may be running out for TikTok.   The social media app could be banned in America by January 19th if it does not divest itself from its Chinese parent company, Bytedance.   Security experts and lawmakers have long warned that China uses the app to collect data on the millions of Americans who use it and influence our country’s politics and culture by manipulating what content is seen.   This past week, FOX News Rundown host Dave Anthony spoke to cyber security expert John Cofrancesco about TikTok's security concerns and the likelihood of the app being banned from America’s smartphones.   Cofrancesco, the CEO of Applied AI Company, explained why TikTok differs from other data-collecting apps like Facebook and Google and why the Chinese government finds the information collected from TikTok valuable.   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 cyber security expert John Cofrancesco. This will allow you to learn more about the controversy surrounding TikTok and the ban that could be implemented in just a few weeks.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

So far this year, the Supreme Court has heard some of the most important cases this term. One case in particular, focuses on how much companies can make before it is considered fraud. The other a case about transgender care for minors in Tennessee, may ultimately turn into a case about states' rights. Professor at UC Berkley and distinguished visiting professor at the School of Civic Leadership at the University of Texas at Austin, John Yoo, explains the cases as well as the fight for term limits for Supreme Court Justices.  With a little over a month remaining in office, historians and pundits are already pondering how history will view our nation's 46th President.  Presidential historian & former United States Deputy Secretary of Health and Human Services under President George W. Bush, Tevi Troy notes that Presidents are generally remembered for one big thing - often summed up in one sentence. Tevi debates whether President Biden will be remembered more for his age, or the large money legislation ushered in early in his term.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Weeks of reported mysterious drone sightings over New Jersey and other states have sparked security concerns nationwide and have raised many questions about our country’s vulnerabilities.   While residents grow anxious by the day, local and national officials aren’t offering many answers about who or what is behind this weird phenomenon.   Earlier this week, drone expert, former U.S. Army special ops soldier, and FOX News contributor Brett Velicovich spoke with FOX News Rundown host Dave Anthony about the unidentified flying objects over America’s east coast and the fear our nation's adversaries may operate them.   Velicohvich discussed how drone technology has evolved over the years, what can be done to track or disable rogue pilotless aircraft, and why a complex web of laws and regulations makes it difficult for officials to act on this current situation.   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 drone expert Brett Velicovich, allowing you to learn even more about drones, their capabilities, and the threat they can potentially pose to Americans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Last weekend, Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad was overthrown by rebel forces, marking the end of the family's decades-long rule over the country and a blow to Iran's proxy network. But after the dismantling of terrorist groups like Hamas and Hezbollah, what is the status of the Islamic Republic in the Middle East today? Senior Adviser at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies Richard Goldberg discusses the future of the Iranian regime and the present risks within the region. As Congress lays the groundwork to avoid a government shutdown before December 20th, many of President-elect Trump's Cabinet nominees are also in Washington, having meetings with lawmakers that could be key to securing their confirmation. FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram weighs in on what he believes Congress' next steps will be to fund the government and how meetings appear to be going for key Cabinet nominees like Pete Hegseth and former Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President-elect Trump and his allies, namely his pick for the DOJ's Civil Rights Division, Harmeet Dhillon, are expected to reverse President Biden’s DEI policies. The division was created to fight discrimination in housing, employment, education, and voting and now will look to scale back DEI policies that many find wasteful. Companies and universities across the country have started scaling back DEI efforts following Trump’s election win. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Lucas Tomlinson, FOX News correspondent in D.C., who breaks down the beginnings of the DEI policies and how they will come to an end under Trump. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lower prices are on many people’s wish lists this holiday season, but inflation remains a sticky issue. Labor Department data released this week showed prices were up 2.7% from a year ago. And while that was consistent with expectations, it did serve as a reminder of the challenges ahead for the Federal Reserve and the incoming Trump administration. Chief Market Strategist at Slatestone Wealth Kenny Polcari joins the FOX Business Rundown to discuss what policies he thinks could help bring relief to American consumers, why he does not support the Fed cutting interest rates, and why he remains optimistic about the stock market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices