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President Trump and tens of thousands of the MAGA faithful gathered in Arizona this weekend to celebrate the life and legacy of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk. Kirk's widow Erika said she has forgiven her husband's assassin saying the 'answer to hate is not hate .' Following the assassination, members of Congress are on edge, taking their own steps to tighten their security. FOX’s Ryan Schmelz speaks with Rep. Mike Flood (R-NE), Chairman of the house Mainstreet Caucus, who says we must continue to have conversations with one another making it clear political violence has no place in our country. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For years, the tech industry has complained that Google’s stranglehold on the digital advertising market is illegal. This past spring, some validation for those companies as U.S. District Judge Leonie Brinkema ruled the Alphabet-owned company’s digital advertising technology is an illegal monopoly. Today, the remedies phase of the Department of Justice’s antitrust case begins, and Google will argue it should not be forced to sell a part of its online advertising business. The DOJ’s case against Google’s ad tech is the latest effort to rein in tech, they say, that has gotten too big. earlier this year, a court found Google’s search business is also an illegal monopoly, but decided Google will not have to sell the Chrome browser. As the latest courtroom fight between the government and Google kicks off today, we ask what should happen to Google’s ad tech business, and what impact could a breakup have on other big tech companies? Patrick Hedger, the Director of Policy at NetChoice, discusses the government’s case against Google, what remedies we may expect, and why he says the government antitrust enforcers can be out of touch with the realities of the business world and what is best for consumers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thousands of Americans gathered on Sunday in remembrance of Turning Point USA co-founder Charlie Kirk, who was assassinated earlier this month. As a conservative activist, Charlie did a lot to encourage Americans to get out and vote. Following his death, many wonder whether his legacy and work will help propel the Republican Party in the upcoming key elections. Republican strategist and Executive Vice President at Targeted Victory, Matt Gorman, joins the Rundown to discuss Charlie Kirk's legacy and how his influential conservative movement will affect upcoming elections.   Parents are speaking out against AI companies after they say artificial intelligence chatbots contributed to their child's suicide. Josh Golin, executive Director of the children's advocacy group, Fair Play, joins the Rundown to talk about the growing concerns about AI relationships and what can be done to put more regulations on ChatGPT and other AI platforms.   Plus, commentary from the senior legal analyst for the Heritage Foundation Cully Stimson.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

America remains in shock over the assassination of Charlie Kirk. For those unfortunate enough to have witnessed it firsthand, the trauma may be unforgettable. Former Utah congressman and Fox News contributor Jason Chaffetz was on the Utah Valley University campus that afternoon when the shot rang out. Earlier this week, Chaffetz spoke with FOX News Rundown host Gurnal Scott about his experience and the questions Kirk’s murder has raised regarding the threat of political violence, the debate over free speech, and whether America’s political discourse is permanently damaged. 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 Fox News' Jason Chaffetz, allowing you to hear even more of his candid and emotional conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The House passed a resolution to honor Charlie Kirk last week, just one week after his assassination shocked the nation. Later today, President Donald Trump,  members of his Cabinet, and several members of Congress will attend a memorial event for  Kirk at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. The murder that took place in front of thousands at Utah Valley University has put the spotlight on political rhetoric and how it could change how lawmakers campaign and engage with the people. North Carolina Republican Congressman Brad Knott joins the Rundown to discuss Charlie Kirk’s legacy, how leaders should address the threat of political violence, and why lawmakers are on high alert.   Then, former Utah Congressman and FOX News Contributor Jason Chaffetz shares his experience witnessing Charlie Kirk’s assassination and shares his thoughts on the debates over political rhetoric and free expression. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Earlier this week, we spoke with Eric Trump, the executive vice president of the trump Organization. He joined Fox News Rundown host Dave Anthony to discuss the recent murder of his friend, conservative activist Charlie Kirk, and share his thoughts about the threat of political violence and its root causes. Eric Trump also shared his memories of seeing his father, President Donald Trump, almost being killed on the campaign trail last summer by a would-be assassin’s bullet. The subject of free expression also came up as Eric Trump said he didn’t want to see speech silenced, but also raised concerns about the rhetoric of leaders and people online. 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, unedited interview with Eric Trump. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Congress left town without reaching a deal to avoid a shutdown after the Senate blocked competing Republican and Democratic proposals to keep the federal government funded until November 21st. The failure to reach a compromise before the weekend increases the likelihood of a shutdown at the end of the month. FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram breaks down the government shutdown showdown. Then, Chad discusses other news from the Hill this past week, including how Congress responded to Charlie Kirk’s assassination and the drama surrounding FBI Director Kash Patel’s appearances before House and Senate committees. Additionally, Eric Trump, Executive Vice President of the Trump Organization, pays tribute to his friend Charlie Kirk and weighs in on the debate over how America should address its political violence problem. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The House Energy and Commerce Committee has introduced the Homeowner Energy Freedom Act, legislation aimed to repeal three provisions of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) that restricts homeowners choices of home appliances and stringent energy codes for new homes. The Biden administration’s mandates for green energy wanted to end the use of gas appliances, forcing homeowners to switch to electric appliances. The new legislation is said to save new buyers over 30-thousand dollars on their home. FOX’s Ryan Schmelz speaks with Rep. Craig Goldman (R-TX), author of the 'Homeowner Energy Freedom Act', who says news buyers should not be forced add more cost to their homes. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For the first time this year, the Federal Reserve announced a quarter percentage point cut to its benchmark interest rate this Wednesday. This decision followed months of public pressure from President Trump and his administration, who criticized Fed Chairman Jerome Powell as "too late" and "too slow." The cut was made despite inflation being above the Fed's two-percent target and is expected to be the first of several reductions anticipated this year. Powell described the move as a "risk-management cut," citing concerns about employment. Nancy Tengler, the CEO of Laffer Tengler Investments, joins FOX Business’ Gerri Willis to give her reaction to the Fed’s decision, how it will impact borrowers and the economy, and why she thinks Fed Chairman Jerome Powell continues to show he is consistently ‘wrong’. Photo Credit: AP News Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New details are emerging in the ongoing investigation into the suspected killer of Charlie Kirk, including text messages between the alleged shooter and his roommate. Fox News Sunday anchor Shannon Bream joins the Rundown to discuss the evidence against Kirk’s suspected assassin, ABC’s decision to pull Jimmy Kimmel off the air due to his comments related to Charlie Kirk's death, and the latest developments in the President's tariff battle. America is still in shock over the assassination of Charlie Kirk. For that unfortunate to have witnessed it firsthand, it will be a trauma they will never forget. Former Utah Congressman and FOX News Contributor Jason Chaffetz was on the Utah Balley University Campus, yards away from Kirk, when the single deadly shot was fired. Chaffetz joins the Rundown to discuss his experience that day, and the questions Kirk’s murder has raised about political violence, free speech, and the future of America’s political discourse.  Plus, Commentary from the host of FOX Across America and FOX News Saturday Night, Jimmy Failla Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices