The Fox News Rundown From Washington: President Trump’s Impact on America and the Biggest Political Moments of 2025
Dec 27, 2025
Join political analyst Josh Kraushaar and U.S. Secretary of Labor Lori Chavez-Deremer as they dive into the seismic shifts in American politics and policies in 2025. Kraushaar discusses President Trump's transformative impact, the evolving dynamics within the Democratic Party, and the implications for upcoming elections. Meanwhile, Chavez-Deremer explains her administration's immigration reforms, including the controversial $100,000 fee for H-1B visas, aimed at protecting American workers and reshaping labor standards. Tune in for a compelling conversation on politics and labor!
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Democrats Move Left And Face Internal Tests
- The Democratic Party shifted left during 2025, with energy coalescing around progressive and activist candidates.
- That shift produced numerous serious primary challenges and raised questions about electability in purple districts.
Overreach Eroded Early Trump Mandate
- Trump entered 2025 with strong electoral margins but rapid overreach eroded political capital through aggressive immigration and policing actions.
- That overreach accelerated his popularity decline faster than usual for presidents.
Trump–Mamdani Photo Op And Likely Rift
- Josh recalled the Oval Office meeting between Trump and New York mayor-elect Adán Mamdani as a striking image of unlikely political chemistry.
- He predicted the bromance would be short-lived once governing conflicts like immigration enforcement arise.