The Fox News Rundown

China’s theft of American intellectual property and technology — estimated to cost the U.S. roughly $600 billion annually — has allowed Beijing to accelerate its technological and economic rise without making comparable investments. This has helped China go from one of the world's poorest nations to a global superpower in just 50 years. Former Acting Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency David Shedd and former intelligence analyst Andrew Badger explore how China used America’s secrets to transform its economy and military in their new book, The Great Heist: China’s Epic Campaign To Steal America’s Secrets. The two authors recently joined the Rundown’s Jessica Rosenthal to discuss cases involving U.S. companies such as Tesla and Apple losing proprietary technology to Chinese employees, how their thievery has boosted China’s military capabilities, and potential strategies for economically and technologically decoupling from China. They also discuss the possibility of war with China and whether Beijing’s technology could eventually surpass America’s. We often must cut interviews short during the week, but we thought you might like to hear the full conversation. Today on the Fox News Rundown Extra, we share our entire interview with former Acting Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency David Shedd and former intelligence analyst Andrew Badger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The expiring subsidies of the Affordable Care Act, which could drastically increase healthcare costs for millions, are at the center of the ongoing political battle over funding the government. FOX News Chief Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram joins to discuss the deepening political divide within the Republican Party over Obamacare, the returning threat of another government shutdown in early 2026, and how public perception of the economy and healthcare affordability may influence voters, despite positive underlying economic data. Plus, Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) joins to discuss her concerns over AI-powered toys and chatbots engaging in inappropriate conversations with children, alongside her efforts to advance the Kids Online Safety Act. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The murders of movie director Rob Reiner and his wife, Michelle, have shocked not just Hollywood but the world. The suspect accused of stabbing them to death is their 32-year-old son, Nick, who has a long history of mental health issues and addiction, including at least 18 trips to rehab and periods of homelessness. The tragedy has put an even bigger spotlight on America’s drug and mental health crisis. Earlier this week, Dr. Daniel Bober, a forensic psychiatrist and addiction medicine physician, joined the Rundown’s Dave Anthony to discuss the Reiner case and his experience treating the children of celebrities who struggle with mental illness and substance abuse. Dr. Bober also talked about the challenges families face as they cope with addiction and mental illness, and the treatment options available to them. We often must cut interviews short during the week, but we thought you might like to hear the full conversation. Today on the Fox News Rundown Extra, we share our entire interview with Dr. Daniel Bober, a forensic psychiatrist and addiction medicine physician. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As President Trump continues his nationwide tour to tout his economic policies, some in his party are concerned that voters won’t feel the effects of an improving economy in time for next year’s midterm elections, especially with the soon to expire Obamacare subsidies on track to raise insurance premiums for millions of Americans. FOX News Senior White House Correspondent Jacqui Heinrich joins the Rundown to explain what the economic outlook is like on Capitol Hill, and where the big picture numbers differ from everyday reality. Later, FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary joins to give an inside look on what the Administration is doing to lower healthcare costs for Americans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Veterans are often overwhelmed during the holidays due to the stress of family reunions and the pressure to sustain longer conversations. Those Veterans feeling extra anxiety during the Holiday Season are encouraged to utilize mental health tools that can provide help. Also, the VA has a new answer for Veterans who suffer from sleep apnea. FOX's Tonya J. Powers speaks with Chris Lovell, CEO of Lovell Government Services, a Veteran-owned small business, who says Veterans in distress have outlets to turn to, and they should start with family and friends, but always know the VA hotline is there for them too. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It has been talked about — and meme’d about — all year: Generation Z is struggling economically. They’re being priced out of the housing market, having trouble finding stable jobs, and are saddled with significant debt. And while President Trump performed well with young voters — winning 46% of Gen Zers last year, including 56% of young men — in 2025, there appeared to be a shift to the left. Throughout the year, we saw more signs that Zoomers are embracing socialist-leaning views. The surge of progressive candidates, like Zohran Mamdani — who won last month’s New York City mayoral race — reflected a focus on “affordability” and policies such as free bus service. According to a Gallup poll released this past September, young adults generally — but especially younger Democrats — are cooling on capitalism. Only 31% of Democrats under 50 now have a positive view of it, compared to 54% in 2010. FOX News’ Kaylee McGee White joins FOX Business’ Taylor Riggs to break down why Gen Z is rallying around socialist ideas — and what can be done to help young people achieve the American Dream. Plus, they discuss why Gen Z isn’t big on buying holiday gifts, and what the best and worst presents are to receive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Democrats say voter frustration over high prices gives them a clear opening to win back the House in 2026, while Republicans argue relief is coming as President Trump’s sweeping tax and spending package begins to take effect next year. With inflation easing but polls still showing economic unease, both parties are sharpening their messaging ahead of a looming midterm fight. FOX News Sunday anchor and host of the Livin’ the Bream podcast, Shannon Bream, joins the Rundown to discuss the upcoming political and policy battles ahead as we look to the new year. The dangers of Artificial Intelligence extend beyond online social media, as AI-powered toys are now exposing children to inappropriate content. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) joins the Rundown to discuss concerns over AI-powered toys and chatbots engaging children in inappropriate conversations, the use and storage of data by companies, and her proposed Kids Online Safety Act aimed at protecting children’s online safety. Plus, commentary by National Security Expert, Dr. Rebecca Grant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump signed an executive order directing the reclassification of marijuana, but the order doesn’t legalize it. It is an attempt to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug moving it to a Schedule 3, alongside Tylenol instead Schedule 3 drugs like LSD and heroin. It is also expected to expand its medical use, ease restrictions purchasing and selling marijuana, and possibly make it easier for cannabis businesses to deal with banks. FOX’s John Saucier speaks with Mark Meredith, Washington D.C.-based correspondent for the FOX News Channel (FNC), who explains what this executive order does and reaction from both lawmakers and Trump supporters on the decision. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump delivered a primetime address to the nation from the White House, laying out what he says are his administration’s key accomplishments over the past year and his plans for the future. FOX’s Jessica Rosenthal and Jared Halpern break down the speech, including his economic claims, messaging on tariffs and inflation, and his administration’s efforts to secure the border. The push to make more prescription drugs in the U.S. is accelerating, with new pharmaceutical manufacturing investments now expanding in various states including North Carolina. After years of shortages tied to overseas production, the Trump administration is leaning on incentives, tariffs, and faster approvals to bring drugmaking back home. FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary joins the Rundown to explain how quickly new facilities can come online, and what it could mean for supply stability and drug prices.  Plus, commentary by David Marcus, FOX News Digital columnist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, President Trump signed an executive order declaring fentanyl and its precursor chemicals as weapons of mass destruction (WMD), saying the drug poses a threat more comparable to a chemical weapon than just a narcotic. The order describes it as "closer to a chemical weapon' noting an almost undetectable amount can cause death. Hundreds of thousands of Americans have died from fentanyl overdoses and the organized criminal networks that distribute it pose a serious national-security threat. FOX’s John Saucier speaks with David F. Lasseter, Former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD) in President Trump's first administration, and founder of Horizons Global Solutions, who says the move will agencies like the Pentagon and Department of Justice more weapons to fight the influx of the deadly substance. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices