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Going far beyond the basic headlines, The FOX News Rundown features insights from top newsmakers, FOX News reporters and contributors, plus commentary on the significant issues of the day. Check us out each morning.


Superpower Tension: The Future of US-China Ties

Evening Edition: President Trump Addresses UN, Talks Iran and US Power

President Donald Trump took center stage at the UN General Assembly, delivering a direct address on foreign policy, Iran's threat, and the role of international governing bodies. Texas Congressman Pat Fallon—member of both the House Intelligence and Armed Services Committees—joins the FOX News Rundown to analyze the administration's strategic approach to global conflict. Rep. Fallon discusses the potential for regime change in Iran, critiques the United Nations and the International Criminal Court for anti-Western bias, and outlines how U.S. strategy in Venezuela and the Middle East impacts global powers like China and Russia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump’s Global To-Do List at the UN General Assembly

As more than 100 world leaders gather in New York for the annual United Nations General Assembly, President Trump prepares to deliver a high-stakes address amidst surging gas prices and a critical turning point in the Iran conflict. FOX News Correspondent Lucas Tomlinson joins the Rundown from the UN Headquarters in New York City to preview some of the sideline meetings that may take place which could cover everything from economic pressure on Iran and strategic oil negotiations with Venezuela to ongoing diplomatic efforts surrounding Russia's war in Ukraine. The midterms are just six weeks away, and Republicans are fighting to keep control of Congress. In deep-blue California, the GOP is also trying to break years of Democratic control in the governor’s mansion. Democrat Xavier Becerra is leading in the polls, but Republican Gubernatorial Candidate Steve Hilton is hoping to shake up the race and close the gap. Hilton joins the Rundown to discuss his campaign, the state of the race and his strategy for November. Plus, he's looking to implement one office aimed at improving the lives of Californians looking to enjoy everything the state has to offer. PLUS, commentary by Tevi Troy, senior fellow at the Ronald Reagan Institute and a former senior White House aide. PHOTO CREDIT: AP IMAGES Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evening Edition: Jewish Communities on Heightened Alert During Holidays

It is Yom Kippur, and as Jewish communities celebrate they remain on heightened alert following a series of recent hate-fueled incidents targeting Jews in and around houses of worship and community centers. In recent months, a man allegedly attacked a congregant and security guard during Shabbat services at Manhattan's Central Synagogue, a man was federally charged after allegedly smashing the doors of a synagogue and Jewish Community Center in Albuquerque, and a Jewish center in California was defaced with swastikas and antisemitic graffiti. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Sydney Altfield, CEO of Teach Coalition, a Jewish New Yorker who works directly with Jewish day schools, synagogues and community centers on security planning and advocacy, who talks about the concerns and the measures being taken nationwide to keep them safe during one of the most important periods of religious observance on the Jewish calendar. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Business Rundown: Why Gas and Food Prices Hurt & the AI Race With China

Treasury yields eased Monday as the energy market braces for what may come ahead in the Middle East, impacting oil and gas prices with a summit between President Trump and Xi Jinping taking the center stage. Economist, America First Policy Institute Senior Fellow and Unleash Prosperity Co-Founder Steve Moore joins FBN’s Gerri Willis to break down where the U.S. economy is heading and why falling oil prices could trigger a massive market rally. Plus, with the president’s meeting with Xi in focus, Moore highlights the race for AI and robotics as a national security concern. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why Independent Voters Could Upend the 2026 Midterms

As the 2026 midterm elections approach, prediction markets are showing a dramatic shift in the battle for control of Congress. Founder of Mehlman Consulting and author of The Age of Disruption Substack, Bruce Mehlman, breaks down why the Senate is increasingly in play and how the "Four Ms"—Maps, Money, Mood, and Matchups—are shaping the political landscape. The intersection of artificial intelligence, law enforcement, and national security is becoming a larger component of the conversation about the emerging technology. Former FBI Supervisory Special Agent Rob Chadwick joins the Rundown to discuss what this integration may look like and how AI is being leveraged to thwart potential deadly attacks, but also how it may help coordinate them. PLUS, commentary by Dr. Ben Carson, retired neurosurgeon and former 2016 Republican presidential candidate. PHOTO CREDIT: AP IMAGES Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Extra: Trace Gallagher on Midterm Showdowns, Democratic Divides, and A Life In News

In this special extended bonus interview, FOX News @ Night anchor and Chief Breaking News Correspondent Trace Gallagher joins the FOX News Rundown for a wide-ranging, candid conversation. With seven weeks to go before the midterm elections, Trace breaks down the shifting political map, key Senate battlegrounds in Texas and Alaska, and the widening ideological divide within the Democratic Party. Plus, Trace reflects on his long career at FOX News, including his memorable first interview with Roger Ailes, lessons learned on the road, and what inspired his latest book, Turns Out They Were Right All Along. Trace spoke to Dave Anthony earlier this week on the FOX News Rundown, but the conversation went on too long, and we had to make edits for time. On the FOX News Rundown: Extra you'll hear everything! Subscribe to The FOX News Rundown on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From Washington: Taiwan, Critical Minerals, and the State of US-China Tensions

President Trump is set to host Chinese President Xi Jinping for a high stakes state visit in Washington, opening a crucial window of diplomacy between the world's two largest economies. The meeting comes at a time when tech leaders are raising alarms over rapid artificial intelligence development, and lawmakers are debating how to manage catastrophic risks without falling behind geopolitical rivals like China. Michael Allen, Managing Director at Beacon Global Strategies, joins the Rundown to discuss what to expect from the Trump-Xi summit, the AI debate, critical minerals, and how military intelligence sharing factors into the relationship. Later, Congressman Jay Obernolte (R-CA), Chair of the bipartisan House Task Force on AI, joins to unpack whether Congress can realistically regulate artificial intelligence and why he remains an "AI optimist." PHOTO CREIDT: AP PHOTO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Extra: A Race To Recklessness? Tristan Harris Breaks Down AI’s Threat To Humanity

Warnings about AI's potential risks have escalated rapidly after Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon, a former OpenAI employee, resigned and accused AI companies of knowingly gambling with human lives. Coxon warned that unchecked, self-improving artificial intelligence could pose a catastrophic threat to humanity within a decade if development does not slow down. The fallout from his departure has reignited a debate over AI regulation in Congress, where legislative discussions were recently overshadowed by controversy over AI data centers. Meanwhile, members of the Trump administration, including the President, have questioned the timing of the warnings, which came less than two months before the midterm elections. Tristan Harris, co-founder of the Center for Humane Technology and a featured voice in the Netflix documentary The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist, discussed escalating risks, recent AI safety tests that went rogue, and growing calls for industry restraint. The interview took place after Coxon's departure, but before Anthropic's CEO publicly responded by calling for a collective effort to slow the pace of development. 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 Tristan Harris on the risks of AI and what he says we must do now to protect humans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From Washington: Congress Breaks for Midterms Leaving Major Issues Unanswered

As Congress enters an early recess ahead of the midterm elections, artificial intelligence safety dominated the conversation on Capitol Hill following dire warnings from industry experts. FOX News Chief Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram breaks down the heated debate over AI regulation, including Louisiana Senator John Kennedy’s blocked "kill switch" legislation, alongside stalled crypto reform, new sanctions on Russia and Iran, and the legal chaos surrounding redrawn district maps. Later, University of Arkansas head basketball coach John Calipari discusses the Protect College Sports Act, sharing why federal guardrails are urgently needed to reform NIL rules, manage transfer portal turmoil, and safeguard scholarship opportunities for young high school athletes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices