The Fox News Rundown

As Americans step into 2026, they are beginning to look ahead to the Midterm Elections later this year. Recently, President Trump's messaging has been focused on affordability as the economy always remains a significant concern for Americans. It will be just one of many issues that voters will consider when they head to the polls in primaries across the country and in the Midterms in November. FOX News Pollster and Political Science Professor Daron Shaw joins to discuss the key issues that are expected to drive voters to the polls and the challenges facing both political parties.   Plus, Congressman Pete Stauber (R-MN) joins to discuss the ongoing investigation into massive social services fraud in Minnesota and where this probe into Governor Tim Walz and other Democrat leaders is going. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The House Oversight Committee is intensifying their investigation into the state of Minnesota hemorrhaging funds through fraud schemes in its social benefit programs. The Department of Justice says one of the largest schemes involved 'the Feeding Our Future scheme' which resulted in a $250 million loss when fraudsters received payments from the state for services that were never fulfilled. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has frozen all childcare payments to Minnesota, and the Small Business Administration (SBA) suspended nearly 7-thousand loans amid the mounting scrutiny over accusations of fraud involving child daycare centers across the state. FOX's Ryan Schmelz speaks with Rep. Pete Stauber (R-MN) says the scams are so numerous in his state that he calls it 'incompetence or dereliction of duty', and Governor Walz will be out of office in November. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Realtor.com recently released its 2026 housing forecast, and there is some good news. Mortgage rates are expected to fall to 6.3% from an average of 6.6%. The survey also predicts modest increases in sales, prices, and inventory, but also declining rents. After a bruising 2025 that saw the housing market sink to 30-year lows, even this modestly improving forecast is welcomed news, especially as Americans grow increasingly concerned about affordability. Realtor.com’s Chief Economist Danielle Hale joins FOX Business’ Gerri Willis to break down the numbers and explain what to expect in 2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Last year's push to redraw congressional maps was designed to reshape the battlefield for the 2026 midterm elections, with Texas leading a GOP-backed effort that quickly triggered counter-moves by Democrats in states like California. The unusual mid-decade redistricting fight spread to several other states, drew sharp political backlash, and has already landed in court, with the Supreme Court allowing Texas’ new map to remain in place for now. Kyle Kondik, managing editor of Sabato’s Crystal Ball at the University of Virginia Center for Politics, joins the Rundown to break down whether these map changes will actually move the needle in the midterms. It’s that time of year when millions of Americans resolve to change their habits—aiming to lose weight, eat better, and exercise more. But keeping those resolutions can be hard, especially when you’re bombarded with temptation and conflicting advice about how to stay healthy. “The Cheat Code Coach” Pamela Goldstone joins special guest host Dana Perino to discuss the best techniques for getting in shape and feeling better in 2026. The certified nutrition coach and personal trainer also shares some tips for managing your time, boosting energy levels, and avoiding the pitfalls of junk food, busy schedules, and modern technology. Plus, commentary by FOX News Contributor Katherine Timpf. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are you setting new goals for the New Year? Like, wanting to lose those extra pounds, quit a bad habit or start a new exercise routine? Improvement changes for the future could begin by looking back at last year, and having an honest assessment of yourself before making plans for betterment. Starting with reflecting on last year could go a long way directing which ways you'd like to grow in the New Year. FOX’s Tonya J. Powers speaks with Robin Kencel, motivational speaker and author, who says making resolutions to improve oneself in the new year begins with assessing where you are at today. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As we enter 2026, the national debt is quickly nearing $40 trillion and interest costs alone are near $1 trillion a year. Meanwhile, there is no clear bipartisan plan to reverse the trend. The Trump administration points to economic growth, tariffs, and efforts to cut waste and fraud as part of the solution, while critics warn that deficits remain historically high and savings so far fall short of what’s needed. Former Indiana Governor and former OMB Director Mitch Daniels joins the Rundown to break down the lack of political will to address the debt crisis, what’s politically realistic in the year ahead to rein it in. Then, we revisit one of our most impactful interviews from the past year, when Author and Historian Walter Isaacson joined Chris Foster to discuss the United States’ upcoming 250th birthday and why America’s revolution is one of the most important events in world history. Plus, commentary by 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

Examples of anti-Semitic and terror attacks towards Jews around the world have surged in recent years, especially since October 7th and the ensuing war. Last month, a father and son duo in Australia killed fifteen people and injured more than two dozen others at a Hanukah celebration, which authorities called an ISIS-inspired terrorist attack. Following the attack, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he warned Australia that the country’s policies began festering an anti-Semitic tone after calling for the formation of a Palestinian State. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Rabbi Yaakov Menken, the Executive Vice President of the Coalition for Jewish Values, who says these anti-Semitic attacks should not just be viewed as hatred towards Jewish lives, but hatred towards all life. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’re just hours away from the New Year, and while Americans prepare to celebrate, law enforcement is preparing to protect them. Former FBI Special Agent John Iannarelli joins us to discuss how authorities are preparing for tonight’s events—and the importance of public vigilance, preventive law enforcement tactics, and enhanced security technology in keeping people safe. Then, we revisit one of our most impactful interviews from the past year, when former Mississippi Governor Phil Bryant joined Lisa Brady to discuss the “Mississippi Miracle," how The Magnolia State turned their schools around and how their plan could be a blueprint for improving students’ test scores nationwide. Plus, commentary by Jimmy Failla, FOX News Saturday Night host and FOX Across America host on FOX News Radio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While majority of Americans currently have a somewhat negative view of the economy with job numbers remaining low and grocery prices staying high but that could drastically change next year. Experts are predicting increased U.S. economic growth in the new year because of factors including reduced tariff drag, last year's tax cuts and reforms along with lowered oil prices. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Anthony Esposito, CEO of AscalonVI Capital, who says he is optimistic because of a few factors including reducing energy prices. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Following weeks of negotiations of a possible peace plan, President Trump hosted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida this weekend. The two leaders say they are nearly in full agreement with a plan which could lead to the first call between President Zelenskyy and President Putin in five years. The discussions revolved around security guarantees for Ukraine and the Trump administration's national security concerns. Senior Fellow at the Lexington Institute, Dr. Rebecca Grant, joins the Rundown to discuss the Trump administration's plan moving forward, and whether Russia will back away from the territory it holds. Then, we revisit one of our most impactful interviews from the past year, when Executive Director of the U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness, Dr. Robert Marbut, and actor Billy Baldwin spoke with Gurnal Scott to discuss their documentary, Fentanyl: Death Incorporated, and why they believe our country needs a new approach to addressing its drug crisis. Plus, commentary by Ted Jenkin, president of Exit Stage Left Advisors and partner at Exit Wealth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices