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The United States given President Trump's 20-point security plan for Gaza to the U.N. Security Council, and now wants it formally authorized. The key point is allowing a multi-year international force to govern the Gaza Strip through at least 2027. The plan presented to the U.N. was approved and supported by more than 20 countries, including with input from Qatar, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Turkey and the United Arab Emirates, at a summit in Sharm el-Sheikh on Oct.13th. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Eylon Levy, Former Spokesman for the State of Israel, who says the key to long-lasting peace between Israel and the Palestinians is for Hamas to cease to exist. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There is a lot of discussion about "affordability," especially regarding young Americans' ability to buy their first home. A key step in achieving the American dream is getting a good job, but the path to that job has become harder, especially for Gen Z. Economic growth is being driven by productivity and investment in artificial intelligence, rather than by hiring. This is creating what some call a "jobless boom" in some industries. Translation: the job market is very competitive. Suzy Welch, Professor of Management Practice at NYU’s Stern School of Business and author of the book, Becoming You, joins FOX Business' Lydia Hu to explain why it's not easy for job hunters right now and offer advice for young people and others on how best to stand out and navigate its challenges. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the government shutdown now over, the next battle in Congress is healthcare. Rising premiums, questions about extending ACA subsidies, and concerns about access and affordability are all back on the table. Missouri Congressman Jason Smith, Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, joins the Rundown to explain why Republicans want broader reforms beyond Obamacare exchanges, how they hope to lower costs for every American, and what policy fights may be coming as both parties head toward the 2026 midterms. After years on the front lines of major cases, a former FBI special agent says the Bureau is no longer the agency she joined. Fox News Contributor, Nicole Parker, joins the Rundown to explain why she believes the FBI has become divided, what she witnessed inside the culture of the Bureau, and why restoring trust, focus and accountability is critical for its future. Plus, commentary from FOX News Digital columnist David Marcus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One in three Americans faced a financial scam in 2024, according to a recent Bankrate survey. As technology advances, it is growing easier to fall victim to cyber scams. And with the rise of AI technology and increasing involvement of organized crime organizations, the financial and emotional threat is only becoming more common and harmful. However, some folks are fighting back. ‘Scambaiters’ make videos of themselves wasting scammers' time and exposing them and their methods -- sometimes, to law enforcement. Ashton Bingham and Art Kulik have been doing it on their YouTube channel for ten years. Ashton Bingham and Art Kulik joined FOX News Rundown host Chris Foster to discuss why they decided to target scammers and how they do it. The hosts of FOX Nation’s Scammed: Getting Even explained how scammers operate, and why busting up their schemes can be a dangerous job. We often have to 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 Scammed: Getting Even hosts Ashton Bingham and Art Kulik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Democrats who voted to reopen the government earlier this week have stirred up turmoil within their party, with many on the left viewing it as a betrayal for failing to extend COVID era Affordable Care Act subsidies. Republicans, meanwhile, are up in arms over a last-minute inclusion to the funding package, which would allow senators who allegedly had their phones tapped to sue the federal government for hundreds of thousands of dollars. FOX News Digital Congressional Correspondent Liz Elkind joins the Rundown to unpack the drama on Capitol Hill, and what to look out for as the government gets back to business. Later, Philip Diehl joins to discuss the future of the penny, after the mint officially ceased its production earlier this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Monday, Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa became the first Syrian leader to visit the White House. That alone would have been noteworthy ... But Al-Sharaa, who assumed leadership of Syria after leading a rebel group that overthrew the Assad regime, was previously a militant in an al-Qaeda-linked group and was captured by American forces while fighting against the U.S. in Iraq in 2006. However, the once anti-American extremist is now working with the Trump Administration on securing his country and the region. Earlier this week, FOX News senior correspondent Benjamin Hall joined the Rundown's Dave Anthony to discuss Monday’s extraordinary White House meeting, President Ahmed al-Sharaa's "rough past" and his unusual journey to the Oval Office. Hall, who has covered Syria for more than a decade and has traveled there, discussed whether America should trust al-Sharaa and what a friendly relationship between Syria and the U.S. could mean for the region. 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 FOX News senior correspondent Benjamin Hall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A longstanding measurement of success for any President is the state of the economy. President Trump is no exception. A recent survey from the Associated Press and the NORC Center for Public Affairs Research finds that only one in three adults approve of President Trump's handling of the economy. FOX Business's White House correspondent Edward Lawrence joins the Rundown to discuss the Trump administration's handling of the issue of affordability for Americans. Later, Dr. Dorothy Fink, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Health & Women's Health at the Department of Health and Human Services, joins to discuss what led to the FDA's decision to remove its longstanding boxed warning from hormone-based menopause drugs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, War Secretary Pete Hegseth announced the launch of 'Operation Southern Spear', a new and more intense mission targeting narco-terror networks all across Latin America. It comes just days after the Pentagon's largest aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R Ford, moved into the region. Also announced, more complex training in Trinidad and Tobago which adds land training already happening in both Puerto Rico and Panama. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Dr. Rebecca Grant, national security analyst based in Washington, DC and the Vice President of the Lexington Institute, who says explains the significance of this intensified build-up of military assets in the region. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While you would have thought investors would have rejoiced in the government reopening this week after forty-three days, the markets are still a little jittery about what's ahead in the coming months. Due to the data desert over the last several weeks, it’s been hard to get a sense of where the job market is and if there is economic growth. All things that could impact the Federal Reserve’s move early next month. There have been some bright spots, however, as earnings season has exceeded expectations and consumer spending remains stable. But of course, there is still a risk of another partial shutdown in January, and so many questions about the rise of artificial intelligence, Brian Jacobsen, the Chief Economist Strategist at Annex Wealth Management, joins FOX Business Taylor Riggs to discuss how investors may navigate the coming weeks, where he thinks the economy is, and where the surging artificial intelligence sector may be going. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The longest government shutdown in American history is finally over, but a new political fight may be just beginning. Eight Democrats and independents crossed the aisle in the Senate to help reopen the government, sparking anger inside their party and fresh questions about Democratic leadership. FOX News Sunday anchor Shannon Bream joins the Rundown to break down how the shutdown ended and what it means for the future of the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare) and healthcare subsidies. Plus, the questions surrounding the latest in the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. After more than 230 years, the U.S. Mint has officially ended penny production, as the cost to make them has surpassed their value and relevance. Philip Diehl, former U.S. Mint Director and President of U.S. Money Reserve, joins to discuss the impact of the penny's phase-out on retailers and consumers and the future of coins like the nickel. Plus, the rise of cashless payments, and concerns about cryptocurrency's volatility for everyday transactions. Plus, commentary from presidential historian and author of “The Power and the Money,” Tevi Troy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump signed the bill to reopen the government this week, once again supplying food stamp benefits for millions and paychecks to federal workers. Now, the Trump Administration is weighing a number of strategies to try and improve the economy. Inflation looks to a have gone down but the jobs market is developing into a hard place to navigate. FOX's John Saucier speaks with Gary Kaltbaum, President Of Kaltbaum Capital Management and FOX Business Network Contributor, who says he has some concerns about the job market but is always confident in American economic resilience. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gen Z is entering adulthood in one of the toughest economies in decades, facing record debt, soaring housing costs, and limited job prospects. Their financial struggles may be starting to shape how they vote and who they trust to fix the economy. FOX News contributor and Gen Z’er Kaylee McGee White joins the Rundown to discuss how financial pressures are influencing the next generation’s politics, leading some of them to support anti-establishment candidates like Zohran Mamdani and President Donald Trump. On Monday, Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa became the first Syrian leader to visit the White House. Al-Sharaa, who assumed leadership of Syria after leading a rebel group that overthrew the Assad regime, was previously a militant in an al-Qaeda-linked group and was captured by American forces while fighting against the U.S. in Iraq in 2006. FOX News senior correspondent Benjamin Hall joins the Rundown to discuss Monday’s extraordinary White House meeting, whether America should trust al-Sharaa given his 'rough past,' and what a friendly relationship between Syria and the U.S. could mean for the region. Plus, commentary from Brian Kilmeade, co-host of FOX News' FOX & Friends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The USS Gerald R. Ford, considered the world’s largest warship, is now in Latin American waters near Venezuela joining other ships to conduct counter-narcotics missions. Venezuela, in response, has deployed military units and began amassing weapons including missile launchers. The Trump administration does not recognize Nicolas Maduro as a legitimate head of state, rather describing him as a leader of a terrorist drug cartel. FOX's John Saucier speaks with Jennifer Griffin, Chief National Security Correspondent for the Fox News Channel (FNC), who says this is very large increase in United States firepower in the region. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Congress is 43 days into the government shutdown, severely disrupting air traffic control, but hope rises as eight Senate Democrats vote to advance an end to the standoff. Mike McCormick, former Vice President of the FAA's Air Traffic Organization, discusses how the shutdown has led to many issues that are exacerbating an already understaffed system, then he shares his insights on how to rebuild the controller pipeline, and the challenges of restoring normal operations before the holiday travel season. The FDA is removing its long-standing boxed warning from hormone-based menopause drugs, a change that could reshape treatment for millions of women. For years, warnings about heart attack, stroke, and dementia discouraged many from using the therapy despite its benefits for hot flashes and other symptoms. Dr. Dorothy Fink, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Health & Women's Health at the Department of Health and Human Services, joins the Rundown to explain what led to the FDA’s decision, the science behind Hormone Replacement Therapy, and why women’s health issues associated with menopause deserve more attention. Plus, commentary from Ruthless Podcast co-host John Ashbrook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today is Veteran's Day, the day when we honor the most patriotic among us for their service and sacrifice. The military teaches our soldiers to prepare for uncertainty, but that should not extend into their private life after returning home. A veteran owned private business is helping American service members get access to life saving resources for both on and off the battlefield. FOX's Tonya J. Powers speaks with Chris Lovell, USMC Major (ret.) and CEO of 'Lovell Government Services', who shares with us why he served and how his company helps employ other veterans. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this Veterans Day, not only are events across the country being disrupted by the government shutdown, but so are the lives of military families. Whether it's delayed paychecks or uncertainty about food assistance. U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs Doug Collins joins special guest host FOX Business Correspondent Lydia Hu to discuss how the shutdown has slowed some veteran benefits and made other services unavailable. Plus, Sec. Collins explains how the Trump administration is pushing to expand housing for homeless veterans and improve mental health outreach and suicide prevention across the veteran community. President Trump wants to make buying a home more affordable again. Part of his plan includes pushing a 50-year mortgage that would lower monthly payments for Americans. Senior Economist at Realtor.com, Joel Berner, joins the Rundown to discuss the President's latest idea, why the housing market is "soft", and what Americans can do to better afford a home. Plus, commentary from Scott Mann, former Green Beret, New York Times best-selling author, and founder of Task Force Pineapple. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Donald Trump welcomed Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa to the White House Monday, the first Syrian President to visit in decades, in what officials describe as a historic step in U.S.-Syria relations. The visit focused on counterterrorism cooperation, economic development and advancing regional peace and security. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump said Kazakhstan will join the Abraham Accords, with more nations expected to follow in normalizing relations with Israel. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Dr. Qanta Ahmed, journalist, expert on Muslim radicalism and a NYU Langone sleep disorder specialist, who was just in the Iraqi Kurdistan region meeting with leaders who may have an important role in U.S.-Syria relations. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The government shutdown continues, as does the misery for U.S. travelers. At least another 1,600 flights are canceled today, with 2,300 more delays, that’s according to Flightaware.com. While some of these issues are weather-related, passengers across the country continue to be inconvenienced as the government shutdown persists. Although some Senate Democrats crossed the aisle late last night to support a tentative plan to fund the government, it remains unclear when TSA agents and air traffic controllers will be paid and when travel will return to normal. The timing couldn't be more critical, as we are almost two weeks away from Thanksgiving and the holiday travel season. Mike Body, Boyd Group International President and Aviation Expert, joins FOX Business’ Lydia Hu to discuss the impact the shutdown has already had and the ripple effect travel uncertainty has on the broader economy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After Democrats scored big wins in key 2025 elections, Republicans are assessing what went wrong and what it means for the 2026 midterms. Mike Rogers, former U.S. congressman from Michigan and now the Michigan GOP Senate candidate, joins the Rundown to discuss what the results reveal about voter sentiment, how the GOP plans to refocus, and why he believes Democrats’ growing progressive wing could reshape the political landscape. Tomorrow is Veterans Day, a time to honor those who have served in the U.S. military. Unfortunately, more than 30,000 veterans are living on the streets in the country they sacrificed so much to protect. Darryl J. Vincent, President and Chief Executive Officer at U.S.VETS, joins the Rundown to discuss the "Make Camo Your Cause" campaign, U.S.VETS' mission to prevent and end veteran homelessness, and what must be done to help service members transition to civilian life. Plus, commentary from Jason Chaffetz, FOX News contributor and the host of the Jason In The House podcast on FOX News Radio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Promising to fix or improve schools is a staple of seemingly every political campaign, but doing so has proven challenging for decades. Each time the nation's report card is released, the assessment fuels more debate about declining test scores and how to help students do better. However, in recent years, there's been a bright spot in Mississippi, particularly in the fourth grade, where students are improving their reading proficiency. Former Mississippi governor Phil Bryant recently joined the rundown’s Lisa Brady to discuss how his state has improved children's literacy scores and what some are calling the “Mississippi miracle”. Bryant credits the state's Literacy-Based Promotion Act*, which he signed in 2013, for much of the improvement and explains how the changes it brought can serve as a blueprint for the rest of the nation. We often have to 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 former Mississippi Governor Phil Bryant and learn more about how the Magnolia state turned its test scores around. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices