The Fox News Rundown

April 2nd will be "Liberation Day," a claim President Trump made as he prepares to impose reciprocal tariffs on dozens of countries. The President has confidence that this move can rebalance trade relationships, bring in new revenue, and encourage domestic production. Additionally, he announced plans to place a 25% tariff on all auto imports, a move that could heavily impact the car manufacturing industry. FOX Business White House Correspondent Edward Lawrence discusses how these tariffs could bring in money for the U.S., impact prices for consumers, and have potential consequences across the globe. The National Republican Congressional Committee aims to flip 26 Democratic-held seats in next year's midterm election. The organization hopes to capitalize on divisions within the Democratic Party to expand its majority. Meanwhile, several incumbent Democrats have announced they will not seek re-election, making the election map all the more challenging for them. National Political Reporter at The Hill Julia Manchester examines the races to watch in the 2026 election cycle and unpacks both parties' vulnerabilities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For decades, there have been numerous conspiracy theories related to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. President Trump’s recent release of thousands of pages of files was intended to shed light on the murder. FOX News Rundown host Lisa Brady recently spoke with Gerald Posner, an American investigative journalist and the author of “Case Closed: Lee Harvey Oswald and the Assassination of JFK.” Posner has investigated the assassination and the conspiracy theories for decades. He went through some of the new information released and explained why nothing changed his belief that Lee Harvey Oswald acted alone when he shot the President.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 author and journalist Gerald Posner. We will get even more of his take on the JFK assassination and why he thinks some of the most popular conspiracy theories cannot be true. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump withdrew Rep. Elise Stefanik’s (R-NY) nomination to serve as US Ambassador to the United Nations. The surprise move was made due to concerns over a potential competitive special election in her district, and the Republicans' already razor-thin majority in the House. The GOP is also worried about this Tuesday’s special elections in Florida’s 6th and 1st Congressional districts, where polls are shockingly close despite President Trump winning both handily back in November. FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram discusses what may be next for Rep. Stefanik and the other big headlines from Capitol Hill.The Department of Government Efficiency, led by billionaire Elon Musk, has remarkable influence on the Trump administration and the federal government. But until this week, the people behind the effort to cut government waste and fraud have been a bit of a mystery. On Thursday, FOX's Bret Baier sat down with several DOGE members and Elon Musk on Special Report to give a behind-the-scenes look into the department. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

College admissions take in consideration the social media profiles of prospective students looking to reveal possible red flags. Those profiles could bring to light inappropriate posts or examples of negative behavior from a student's past which could greatly impact chances of admission. While completely avoiding some sort of digital trail seems almost impossible, there are ways to lessen the negative impacts of online profiles. FOX’s Tonya J. Powers speaks with Susan Stone and Kristina Supler, attorneys and co-chairs of KJK’s Student & Athlete Defense/Title IX Practice Group, who share their insight on how to avoid leaving a negative digital trail and they say you need to start sooner than later.Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Owning a home remains a crucial part of the American Dream, but with today’s high mortgage rates and low housing supply, many Americans looking to buy are finding themselves priced out of home ownership entirely.FOX Business’ Katrina Campins speaks with Realtor.com chief economist Danielle Hale about the state of the 2025 housing market, President Trump’s plans to bring prices down, and tips for first-time home buyers.Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Last weekend, Judge James Boasberg issued a temporary restraining order that prevents the Trump administration from using the Alien Enemies Act for deportations. The circuit court ruled against the administration, which claims there is an "invasion" that would allow them to enforce the act. As a result, Judge Boasberg's order remains in effect. FOX News Sunday anchor Shannon Bream joins us to discuss the legal issues surrounding the Alien Enemies Act and the recent fallout over the Signal chat leak.The genetic testing company 23andMe has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy amid financial struggles. Over nearly twenty years, millions of customers used the company’s DNA-based ancestry test kit, giving them a lot of personal information. Now that the company's future is in limbo, there are questions about who will have control of that data. Tech expert “Cyberguy” Kurt Knutsson discusses the risks of genetic data getting into the wrong hands and what people can do to protect their privacy.Don't miss the good news with Tonya J. Powers.Plus, commentary from the host of the “Kennedy Saves The World” podcast, Kennedy.Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thousands of Palestinians took to the streets of Gaza this week demanding an end to the war and also protesting the Hamas terror group calling for their ouster. It is a rare and dangerous display for Palestinians who were heard chanting "Down with Hamas" as Hamas has violently cracked down on any previous protests. Many are asking if this could be the start of the end of Hamas rule in Gaza. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Lt. Col. (Ret.) Jonathan Conricus, senior fellow at FDD focused on the Middle East. He served in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) for 24 years as a combat commander in Lebanon and the Gaza Strip, who says these protests could very well be a change in Gaza but the true impact will take some time. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Last spring's anti-Israel protests have evolved into anti-Trump demonstrations, particularly at Columbia University in New York City. Students are frustrated with President Donald Trump's proposal to reduce federal funding for the school. Senator Roger Marshall joins the Rundown to preview Thursday's Senate hearing on disruptions related to anti-Israel sentiments on campus.In Texas, their state legislature is taking “Make America Healthy Again” seriously with their Senate Bill 379, which would kick junk food and sweetened beverages out of the food stamp program, SNAP (the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program). They say they have strong federal partners who support this legislature, namely U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services RFK Jr. Texas State Senator Mayes Middleton explains why this bill brings the food stamp program back to its original intent.Plus, commentary from FOX News contributor and founder of Golden Together, Steve Hilton.Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The United States says it has brokered a tentative deal for Ukraine and Russia to stop fighting in the Black Sea to ensure safe navigation for commercial shopping in the waterway. The deal wrapped up days of negotiations in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia that have were working towards a concrete overall ceasefire deal. Meanwhile, French President Emmanuel Macron, following a meeting with President Zelenskyy, proposed European nations put together an armed force for possible deployment in Ukraine.FOX’s John Saucier speaks with Alex Hogan, London-based foreign correspondent for the FOX News Channel, who says the Black Sea deal depends on some stipulations posed by Russia and discusses the proposed European armed force to help Ukraine. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After the Trump administration ordered the deportation of alleged Venezuelan gang members to a prison in El Salvador, the move is now being challenged by the U.S. Court of Appeals. President Trump and his team argued this move is legal under the Alien Enemies Act; however, a U.S. District Judge issued an order blocking the government from using this for deportations, setting the stage for a legal battle ahead. Former DOJ prosecutor James Trusty joins the Rundown to discuss the Trump administration’s legal powers and limitations when it comes to deportations.Most people believe that owning a home is key to the American Dream; almost 84 percent of home buyers and over half of renters agree on this in the latest Angi American Dream Survey. Home ownership can be a challenging goal to aspire to, with a major focus on the 2024 presidential campaign being the issue of housing affordability. Angi cofounder Angie Hicks joins the podcast to explain the main obstacles Americans are facing when buying a home, how the issue of inventory may be resolved, and the emerging trend of DIY renovating.Plus, commentary from the host of “Tomi Lahren is Fearless on Outkick,” Tomi Lahren.Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices