The Fox News Rundown

From a high-stakes Los Angeles courtroom to the United Kingdom, major legal stories are unfolding. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg took the stand this week in a landmark trial in which a 20-year-old woman alleges that social media companies intentionally designed their platforms to addict young users. Meanwhile, in England, the former Prince Andrew was arrested by British police amid allegations of misconduct in public office stemming from his links to convicted child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. “FOX News Sunday” anchor, FOX Chief Legal Correspondent, and host of the “Livin’ the Bream” podcast Shannon Bream joins the Rundown to weigh in on these headlines, as well as Republican concerns regarding this year’s midterms and the escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran. While nearly half of the country has legalized recreational marijuana and even more states have authorized its medical use, the federal government has long resisted lifting its restrictions. However, President Trump signed an executive order last year to expedite the process of reclassifying marijuana from a Schedule I drug—the same category as heroin—to a Schedule III substance, recognizing its potential for medical use. This shift comes as public pushback grows and new reports suggest the drug may be more harmful than previously believed. Board-certified radiologist and FOX News contributor Dr. Nicole Saphier joins the Rundown to weigh the risks of marijuana use and discuss its impact on users of all ages. Plus, commentary by David Marcus, FOX News Digital columnist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Prince Andrew was arrested and is being investigated on the suspicion that he shared confidential trade information with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein back in 2010. Thames Valley Police arrested Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor Feb. 19th, his 66th birthday, on suspicion of misconduct in public office. What does this say about the overall Epstein scandal investigation and how the British public views the Royal family? FOX’s John Saucier speaks with Shannon Felton-Spence, former head of Politics And Communication at the British Consulate General of New England, who says this royal arrest is unprecedented in modern times. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The threat of military conflict between the U.S. and Iran is escalating as tense diplomatic talks remain at a stalemate. While the Trump administration seeks a comprehensive deal addressing nuclear enrichment, Tehran is demanding the elimination of sanctions as a precursor to any serious negotiation. Former CIA Chief of Station, Director of Middle East Operations, and FOX News contributor Daniel Hoffman joins the Rundown to discuss why the Iranian regime may be using these talks to buy time against a rising domestic protest movement and whether the U.S. is inevitably headed toward "kinetic strikes" to maintain its global credibility. Will AI take your job—or make it better? Some headlines warn of mass layoffs, while others promise an economic golden age. This comes as many corporate giants are trimming headcounts, but the manufacturing floor is seeing a surprising twist—AI-driven efficiency is actually sparking a hiring spree. Shyam Sankar, CTO of Palantir Technologies, joins the Rundown to discuss his perspective on "human agency" in technology and how AI can be used to strengthen the American industrial base. Plus, commentary by 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

New York City’s Democratic socialist mayor Zohran Mamdani is threatening a 9.5% property tax increase and 5k officer reduction in the New York City Police Department’s ranks if state lawmakers do not raise taxes on wealthy residents and corporations. The Mayor says the increase in taxes would address city's $5.4 billion budget deficit. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul opposes raising property taxes and completely rejects the idea of raising income taxes, said the state would give the city an additional $1.5 billion in funding. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Pierre Debbas, partner and founding member of the 'Romer Debbas' LLP, who says finding budget cuts rather than raising taxes is the route that should be taken because the middle-class will suffer. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A partial government shutdown is impacting the Department of Homeland Security, leaving essential personnel to work without pay as Republicans and Democrats remain divided over funding. The debate intensified following controversial immigration enforcement actions in Minneapolis & Los Angeles that have sparked anti-ICE protests and demands for stricter oversight of federal agents. Rep.Tony Gonzales (R-TX), whose district covers 800 miles of the southern border, joins to discuss the DHS funding standoff, the focus on the removal of criminal illegal aliens, and why he believes the border is more secure now than under the previous administration.The Trump administration is once again taking a closer look at the American diet and what’s in it. As part of the Department of Health and Human Services “Make America Healthy Again” agenda, the Food and Drug Administration is targeting the longstanding “Generally Recognized as Safe” (GRAS) rule, which allows food companies to self-certify ingredients without federal oversight. FDA Deputy Commissioner for Human Foods Kyle Diamantas joins the Rundown to discuss how Americans can avoid potentially harmful processed ingredients and the steps Washington is taking to eliminate them. Plus, commentary by FOX News Contributor, Richard Fowler. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Pentagon is considering ending its relationship with artificial intelligence company Anthropic and their Claude model over disagreements of how the technology is being used. Anthropic's Claude is the only AI model currently being used by the U.S. Military, and is also used by businesses all around the world. The Pentagon does not want the model to hold its military action back, and Anthropic does not want its technology to used on citizens. FOX’s John Saucier speaks with Jennifer Griffin, Chief National Security Correspondent for the Fox News Channel (FNC), who breaks down the talking points of each side, and explains how the AI was even used in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The market reopens after Presidents’ Day Weekend and the White House is celebrating recent milestones after the Dow reached new highs. In the ever-changing market, investors are finding different ways to grow wealth. Canadian Businessman, Investor, “Shark Tank” Host Kevin O’Leary joins the Rundown to discuss why his ventures today remind him of going after fine art. As the national conversation around artificial intelligence shifts from curiosity to classroom integration, one father is turning a personal tragedy into a mission for systemic change. Following his son’s survival of a school shooting, he is advocating for a paradigm shift that leverages AI to enhance both student learning and campus security. Mitch Mitchem, CEO of HIVE and father of four, joins the Rundown to discuss why the U.S. must prioritize AI literacy to keep pace with global competitors and keep kids safe. Plus, commentary by Steve Moore, economist and co-founder of Unleash Prosperity Now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Two top Democratic critics of President Trump used their appearances at a high-profile European security summit over the weekend to blast the Republican president's agenda while beefing up their foreign policy chops on the world stage ahead of possible 2028 political runs. California Gov. Gavin Newsom and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez of New York both went after President Trump sayin g he has strained our relations with our allies and has made the world less safe. They also used their appearances to go after perceived 2028 Republican front-runner, Vice President JD Vance. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Justin Fulcher, former senior advisor to Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, who says alliances are based on 'reciprocity' and needs to remain that way. Two top Democratic critics of President Trump used their appearances at a high-profile European security summit over the weekend to blast the Republican president's agenda while beefing up their foreign policy chops on the world stage ahead of possible 2028 political runs. California Gov. Gavin Newsom and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez of New York both went after President Trump sayin g he has strained our relations with our allies and has made the world less safe. They also used their appearances to go after perceived 2028 Republican front-runner, Vice President JD Vance. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Justin Fulcher, former senior advisor to Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, who says alliances are based on 'reciprocity' and needs to remain that way. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A new study shows that Baby Boomers are the wealthiest generation in American history, collectively accumulating an estimated $85 trillion. Their wealth has eclipsed that of the Silent and Greatest Generations, accounting for more than 70% of the country’s total wealth. Nancy Tengler, CEO and Chief Investment Officer of Laffer Tengler Investments, joins FOX Business Network’s Gerri Willis to discuss the future of that money, its potential impact on the economy, and how younger generations can prepare for the upcoming wealth transfer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Department of Homeland Security has entered a partial government shutdown, after a two-week funding extension expired without a bipartisan agreement on immigration reforms. While core agencies like ICE and CBP remain operational due to existing funding streams, the lapse forces roughly 95% of TSA agents and thousands of FEMA employees to work without pay, echoing the financial strain of a previous 43-day shutdown. Republican candidate for the North Carolina Senate and former RNC Chairman Michael Whatley joins the Rundown to discuss yet another political standoff and how it ties into his bid to replace retiring Senator Thom Tillis. As the nation marks the federal holiday for Washington’s birthday, 'The White House', a new FOX Nation series, explores the executive mansion's early years, highlighting the political power plays, personal scandals, and the high-stakes compromise that shaped the nation’s capital. Historian and CEO of the American Philosophical Society, Dr. Patrick Spero, who is featured in the series, joins to discuss the complex lives of the Founding Fathers, the influential role of Dolley Madison in shaping the building’s social identity, and how the "People's House" has constantly evolved to meet the needs of a growing country. Plus, commentary by Paul Batura, vice president of communications at Focus on the Family. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is social media addictive? That's the question at the heart of a trial underway right now in Los Angeles, where a woman who is now 20 years old is suing, claiming that social media is addictive and purposely so. Her case is serving as a bellwether to help decide what should happen with thousands of other similar lawsuits. Earlier this week, Fox News Rundown host Jessica Rosenthal spoke to Maurine Molak, whose son committed suicide after intense cyberbullying through apps he couldn't stop using Molak explained how she thinks her son got addicted … and how that addiction changed his behavior. She also explained why she believes big tech companies are intentionally trying to get users hooked – no matter their age – and that attempts at parental controls and safety features for minors are not working. 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 Maurine Molak. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

High interest rates and post-COVID inflation have pushed the average age of first-time homebuyers to 40, leaving millions of Americans locked out of the market. Indiana Republican Congressman Marlin Stutzman joins us to discuss bipartisan efforts to improve the housing market, including his Streamlining Rural Housing Act—which aims to lower costs by cutting through conflicting federal red tape.Later, Oklahoma Republican Senator James Lankford joins us to discuss whether Congress can finally rein in federal waste. This follows the release of his latest "Federal Fumbles" report, which highlights hundreds of billions of dollars lost to fraud and improper payments in programs like Medicare and SNAP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The American Society of Plastic Surgeons has released an updated statement recommending against gender surgeries for anyone under the age of 18. While the American Medical Association has issued a similar stance, other organizations—including the American Academy of Pediatrics—argue that healthcare decisions should remain between families and doctors, and that surgical options should stay on the table for minors. Earlier this week, plastic surgeon and star of Netflix’s Skin Decision: Before and After, Dr. Sheila Nazarian, joined FOX News Rundown host Dave Anthony to explain why many in her field believe minors should not "go under the knife" for transition procedures. Dr. Nazarian raised alarms over the lack of long-term data regarding the effectiveness of these treatments, emphasizing her belief that evidence-based medicine must be the sole guide for treating gender dysphoria in children. She also discussed the professional risks of speaking out, noting that many in the medical community fear political backlash for questioning current standards of care. We often have to cut our interviews short during the week, but we thought you might like to hear this conversation in its entirety. Today on a Fox News Rundown Extra, we share our full interview with plastic surgeon Dr. Sheila Nazarian. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The U.S. has entered yet another partial government shutdown, after a Democrat-led series of proposed ICE reforms attached in DHS’s funding for the upcoming fiscal year failed to gain Republican support. Meanwhile, Attorney General Pam Bondi came under fire for her handling of the Epstein files, clashing with lawmakers over claims that she took part in an alleged “cover-up.” FOX News Chief Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram joins The Rundown to break down the arguments over DHS funding, before giving his analysis of Pam Bondi’s heated exchanges before the House Judiciary Committee. Later, Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency Bill Plute joins to explain President Trump’s efforts to make housing affordable again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Contemplating the death of a loved one is a very difficult thing to do, but a necessary one for finances and family members. The ability to have uncomfortable conversations about our mortality, and the consequences it may have on others, is something we cannot avoid and can get help with. FOX’s Tonya J. Powers speaks with Lori Friedman, founder of 'The Love Policy' and insurance industry veteran, who says having those uncomfortable conversations is a very important expression of love. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The latest read on the economy finds the cost of everyday goods moving downward, beating expectations. Energy prices declined, including gasoline and electricity. However, areas such as utility gas services, housing, healthcare, and others increased. Executive Vice President of Market Strategy at Prairie Operating Company and Fox News Contributor Lou Basenese joins FOX Business Network's Gerri Willis to react to Friday's Consumer Price Index, plus the latest economic data on jobs, housing, and consumers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Recent statistics show that crime is declining across the U.S. President Trump and the White House credit this downward trend to federal interventions in several major cities and strict immigration enforcement. However, many Democratic leaders in these communities argue their own local policies are the true cause of the decline. This comes as border czar Tom Homan announced that federal authorities are concluding "Operation Metro Surge" in Minneapolis. Shannon Bream, anchor of Fox News Sunday and host of the Livin' the Bream podcast, joins the Rundown to discuss the drop in crime, the debate over immigration enforcement, the President's economic policies, and the handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case.A new study indicates that ADHD medications may function by mimicking the effects of rest rather than directly altering attention-related brain networks, suggesting that improved sleep could be a viable alternative to stimulants. FOX News Senior Medical Analyst, Dr. Marc Siegel joins the Rundown to discuss the research that supports a push by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to address the potential overprescription of drugs in favor of healthier lifestyle choices for the millions of children diagnosed with the disorder. Plus, commentary by Former HUD Secretary, Dr. Ben Carson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Donald Trump’s border czar, Tom Homan, announced Thursday that Operation Metro Surge is coming to an end in Minnesota. Homan told reporters the operation successfully reduced threats to public safety by detaining undocumented immigrants with criminal records. He cited "unprecedented levels of coordination" between state officials and local law enforcement as a key factor in the decision. The conclusion of this controversial surge comes after weeks of protests in Minneapolis and other cities over ICE’s tactics, as well as tense congressional negotiations over funding for the Department of Homeland Security. Jonathan Fahey, an attorney and former acting ICE director, joins us to explain what led to Homan’s decision, why he views the operation as a success, and why he believes Democratic demands to reform ICE are impractical. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Two landmark trials underway this week against social media giants are shining a spotlight on the potential dangers of minors' digital lives. In New Mexico, Meta faces allegations of failing to protect children from exploitation. Meanwhile, a high-profile "bellwether trial" in Los Angeles seeks to determine if platforms like Instagram and YouTube are designed to get children addicted to their content. Maurine Molak, co-founder of Parents SOS and David’s Legacy Foundation, joins the Rundown to tell the story of her son, who tragically took his life ten years ago following intense cyberbullying and what she describes as a crippling addiction to online platforms.The Trump Administration says it is focused on affordability, specifically making it easier to buy a home. Bill Pulte, Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), joins to discuss his mission to lower interest rates and tackle the housing supply crisis. He also addresses a popular new policy push aimed at ensuring the American dream of homeownership remains accessible to families rather than corporations. Plus, commentary by 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

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with President Donald Trump at the White House to discuss Iran and the future of Gaza. The meeting comes just days after U.S. and Iranian officials resumed talks in Oman while the United States military continues to maintain a significant presence in the Gulf. Reports say President Trump is considering sending a second aircraft carrier strike group to the Middle East if talks collapse, signaling both a deterrence and leverage in negotiations with Tehran. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with EJ Kimball, foreign policy expert and director of policy at the US-Israel Education Association, who says while Iran poses a real threat to Israel, Tehran is just as big of a problem for the United States. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices