The Fox News Rundown

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., an environmental lawyer and formerpresidential candidate has faced criticism following his nomination to headthe Department of Health and Human Services in the upcoming Trumpadministration. Despite allegations of anti-vaccine sentiment, a charge he hasrefuted, Kennedy's outspoken positions on public health issues such as fluoridein water, processed foods, and pesticide use remain contentious. In an in-depth interview, host Jessica Rosenthal spokewith Dr. Robert Redfield, the former CDC director under President-elect Trump,who supported Kennedy's nomination. Dr. Redfield dismissed the label of Kennedyas an "anti-vaxxer" and commended his commitment to tacklingAmerica’s issues with obesity and chronic illness. We often must cut interviews down for time during theweek. Today on Fox News Rundown Extra, we will share our entireinterview with former CDC Director Dr. Robert Redfield, allowing you tolearn even more about Kennedy’s proposed ideas to fix what he calls America’s “sickcare system,” and why Dr. Redfield advocates for many of them.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the end of President Biden's term approaching amid elevated tensions with global adversaries such as Russia and China, there are many questions about how the incoming Trump administration will address America’s foes and the volatile hot spots around the world. Former Deputy National Security Advisor to President-Elect Trump Victoria Coates breaks down how she believes the incoming President could better navigate relationships with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping and her thoughts on Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) being President-Elect Trump’s pick for Secretary of State. This week, President Biden asked Congress for nearly $100 billion in emergency funding to aid the communities devastated by Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton. The recent funding request comes amid growing concerns about the overall lack of disaster relief funding, as well as a looming government shutdown. Congressman Chuck Edwards (R-NC) shares his concerns with FEMA's budget and efficiency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The war between Ukraine and Russia has been raging for more than a thousand days. FOX News Chief Foreign Correspondent Trey Yingst spoke exclusively with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy this past Tuesday during a recent trip to the country. Zelensky weighed in on many issues facing his war-torn nation, including its struggle to remain united after years of war with Russia and concerns about his nation losing support from the United States and their European allies. He also discussed President Biden recently authorizing Ukraine to use U.S.-supplied long-range missiles deeper into Russia, what he expects from the incoming Trump administration, and the threat of the conflict igniting World War III. Since Trey’s interview, the war has escalated further, including Russia’s use of an intermediate-range ballistic missile in Ukraine on Thursday. Still, President Zelensky was candid about a wide range of issues, and we thought it was important you hear all of it here on the FOX News Rundown Extra. Today on Fox News Rundown Extra, we will share the entire conversation between President Zelensky and FOX News’ Trey Yingst and allow you to hear even more about the state of the Russian-Ukraine war. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, President-elect Trump's first pick for Attorney General, former Congressman Matt Gaetz (R-FL), announced he was withdrawing his name from consideration for the position. Following the news, the President-elect nominated former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi for the position instead. FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram reports on how Capitol Hill is reacting to some of Trump’s cabinet selections and discusses who else we may see hold positions in the incoming administration. After President Biden authorized Ukraine's use of American made missiles into Russian territory earlier this week, some geopolitical analysts pondered whether this was to increase leverage for upcoming negotiations given President-elect Trump's victory, or whether this would escalate tensions. Former United States Special Representative for Ukraine Negotiations and US NATO Ambassador Kurt Volker joins to break down this week’s developments in the Russia-Ukraine war. He also weighs in in on whether he believes President-elect Trump will be able to end the conflict shortly after he takes office in January as well as what President Putin and President Zelenskyy's political futures look like. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FBI is investigating whether or not a recent string of of burglaries of high-profile professional athletes could be connected to a transnational crime ring out of South America. NFL players Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce along with NBA players Mike Conley Jr and Bobby Portis all have had their homes broken into with thousands in cash and property stolen. The NFL has told all players to update the security at their homes.FOX’s John Saucier speaks with Mike Tobin, Chicago-based FOX News correspondent, who says authorities see similarities between the robberies. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Folks are gearing up next week for their Thanksgiving travel plans, and although an airplane may be a popular choice, AAA is forecasting that over 70 million people will be making their trek by car. Will gas prices stay tame?FOX Business correspondent Gerri Willis speaks with FBN contributor and author of 'The Phil Flynn Energy Report,' Phil Flynn, to break down the unseasonably low energy prices for Thanksgiving roadtrippers and what President-elect Trump's Energy Secretary pick means for the oil and gas industry.Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Congressman Matt Gaetz has taken himself out of the running for Attorney General in the next Trump administration. The embattled legislator faced heavy criticism after President-elect Trump named him as the pick for AG, with allegations of sexual misconduct surrounding the Congressman. Gaetz announced Thursday he was withdrawing so as “to not distract from the goals of President-elect Trump's agenda.” Former Congressman, host of Sunday Night In America, and host of the Trey Gowdy Podcast, Trey Gowdy joins the Rundown to discuss Congressman Gaetz's decision to step back from his AG nomination, what reforms need to come to the Department of Justice, and takes a look at the "disruptors" that President-elect Trump has picked for his cabinet.With another opportunity to shake things up, President-elect Trump has some different ideas for the economy and federal government finances. There has been speculation that cryptocurrency under the new Trump administration will see a serious boost, as Trump spent some time on the campaign trail saying he would make “the United States the crypto capital of the planet and the Bitcoin superpower of the world.” Co-anchor of America’s Newsroom Sandra Smith explains the moves made by the President-elect and his allies so far to embrace and prioritize crypto in the next administration.Don't miss the good news with Tonya J. Powers.Plus, commentary from attorney and legal analyst, Phil Holloway.Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ukrainian President Volodomyr Zelenskyy, in an exclusive interview with FOX News, says that he worries about the impact of losing support from allies, especially the United States. One thousand days into the war, Fox News chief foreign correspondent Trey Yingst sat down with Zelenskyy in an interview that first on "Special Report" and they discuss the possibilities and obstacles of ending the war. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Trey Yingst, chief foreign correspondent for FOX News Channel (FNC) reporting from Kyiv, Ukraine, who talks about the exclusive with President Zelenskyy and the latest escalations in the conflict.Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

DOGE, or the Department of Government Efficiency, slated to be run by Trump allies Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, has begun making waves through Washington. Musk and Ramaswamy have already begun putting out preliminary plans for how they might tighten up federal spending to slash the deficit. Even those not known to be fans of the Trump administration, like Senator Chris Coons (D-DE), are conceding that this new department could be a step in the right direction. Congressman Aaron Bean (R-FL) joins the Rundown to explain why he and other Americans are excited for DOGE to get to work targeting government inefficiencies and wasteful spending.President-elect Trump has announced intentions to appoint former WWE CEO Linda McMahon as Secretary of Education. McMahon previously served on the Connecticut State Board of Education for two years before resigning to run for the Senate, a bid she attempted unsuccessfully twice. Wall Street Journal education reporter Matt Barnum joins to explore what the Department of Education could look like under President Trump, as well as the GOP's plan to transfer power back to the states.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

Both Texas Governor Greg Abbott and the FBI in Houston have issued warnings that Chinese spies are harassing Chinese citizens that are critical of the Chinese Communist Party. The warnings involve the presence of a Chinese "police service station", basically a spy house, who's agents intimidate, physically hurt and kidnap Chinese citizens who have escaped from China. Along with the warnings, Gov. Abbott has issued an executive order for Texas State Police to immediately start making arrests. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Jake Gibson, FOX News Washington D.C. producer, who says this is happening everyday, in multiple cities. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices