The Fox News Rundown

This week, NATO leaders celebrated the alliance's 75th anniversary in Washington D.C., with Russia’s war on Ukraine and China’s role as a “decisive enabler” being the main focus of the conversation, though much of the conversation surrounded President Biden's political future at a press conference at the end of the summit. White House National Security Communications Advisor Admiral John Kirby discusses the alliance's milestone anniversary, the possibility of Ukraine joining NATO, and whether or not Hungary remains in good standing after its Prime Minister visited Russia and China.Among the many calls for President Biden to drop out of the 2024 Election is a growing faction of House Democrats who are worried about his electability in the Fall, as well as their own. Meanwhile, House Republicans are concerned about President Biden's current ability to govern, with Congressman Chip Roy (R-TX) even invoking the 25th Amendment to remove the President from office. FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram explains Congress' role in replacing President Biden and discusses why it's unlikely to occur. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Director of National Intelligence, Avril Haines, this week confirmed Iran has had a major role in the anti-Israel protests that swept through college campuses and cities across the United States. Director Haines said there is evidence that "actors tied to Iran’s government" are providing funding and organization of these protests in what he described as an "increasingly aggressive" campaign. Haines added that he believes many of the protestors are being manipulated but as we approach the election, it is Iran's bid to "undermine faith in our democratic institutions."FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Victoria Coates, former deputy national security advisor to President Donald Trump and Vice President of National Security and Foreign Policy at The Heritage Foundation, who says this announcement is not a surprise and any influence by Iran in the United States is a national security threat. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Next week’s Republican National Convention will feature plenty of discussion about the economy. The former President has already floated major changes he would make, like lighter business regulations, imposing higher tariffs on China, and extending tax cuts.Meanwhile, Wall Street had a good week as the stock market climbed, likely fueled by optimism that a rate cut is coming soon after Fed Chair Powell’s Senate testimony as well as reports that inflation fell in June.FOX Business Correspondent Gerri Willis speaks with Siebert Financial’s Chief Investment Officer Mark Malek about all this, and they break down President Biden’s aim to cap yearly rises in rental costs.Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Biden attempted to calm concerns over his age and mental acuity by holding what the White House called a 'big boy' news conference after the NATO Summit in Washington. The President took questions from a prepared list of reporters, and made gaffes throughout while attacking the former President on foreign policy issues. President Biden admitted that he needed to continue with a busy campaign schedule to stop fears over his performance. But was the near hour long news conference enough to ease the concerns of nervous supporters? Republican Strategist, co-founder of South & Hill Strategies Colin Reed, and FOX News Radio Political Anchor Jared Halpern joined the Rundown following the news conference to discuss President Biden's performance, the reaction by Democrats to the President, and what lies ahead for the party as they look toward the Democratic National Convention.Earlier this week, Hurricane Beryl wreaked havoc across the Caribbean and throughout Texas, leaving over 1 million Texans without power. Meanwhile, temperatures across the U.S. are reaching well above 90 degrees, and those impacted by the hurricane are forced to survive without air conditioning or light. FOX News Senior Meteorologist and host of ‘The Janice Dean Podcast,’ Janice Dean joins to describe why we are seeing such extreme temperatures this summer, recommended methods for residents to stay safe in a dangerous heat index, and why Americans should be concerned about our power grid.Don't miss the good news with Tonya J. Powers.Plus, commentary from Host of “Tomi Lahren is Fearless on Outkick,” Tomi Lahren.(Image Via AP) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Biden has been defiant saying he will not be stepping aside despite the growing calls for him to do so. More and more Democrats have expressed their concerns and this week actor George Clooney, major fundraiser for Democrats, shared the same feelings in a New York Times op-ed. New questions are now being raised about what happens to the campaign funds already raised for the Biden-Harris ticket, who could possibly use them and how? FOX’s John Saucier speaks with Madison Alworth, FOX Business Network correspondent, who says those funds can be used by someone other than President Biden or Vice President Harris but more rules are attached if that happens. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Next week’s Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, aims to emphasize the importance of winning the purple Midwestern state, where former President Trump now currently leads in the polls. Most election pundits consider Wisconsin key to a Republican victory in 2024, perhaps even winning back the Senate as well. Democratic incumbent Tammy Baldwin is fighting to keep her seat in the Badger State while her opponent, conservative businessman Eric Hovde, is running nearly unopposed for the GOP. Hovde joins the Rundown to discuss his primary race next month, why he chose to run for Senate twelve years after his first loss, and how the convention may help his party.The Justice Department revealed on Tuesday that they have taken action to thwart a misinformation scheme that was led by a Russian intelligence officer and a journalist at Russia Today (which is controlled by the Kremlin). The plot involved over 1,000 "bot" accounts on X, formerly known as Twitter, that were sharing pro-Russia propaganda. FOX News Justice Correspondent David Spunt joins to explain how the covert propaganda campaign was uncovered, why artificial intelligence has made it harder to spot fake accounts, and how the American government has prepared for further foreign adversaries attempting digital interference.Plus, commentary from FOX News contributor Joe Concha. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

World leaders have gathered in Washington D.C. this week for the 75th anniversary NATO summit. President Biden is looking to reassure allied nations he is still fit to lead and he opened the summit with a speech saying NATO countries need to keep up with Russia as they ramp up military production. Also on the table, NATO leaders are preparing for a Trump presidency and what that could mean for support from the United States. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Kurt Volker, Former United States Ambassador and Distinguished Fellow at The Center for European Policy Analysis, who has been attending meetings and shares with us the major concerns being discussed. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A few Congressional Democrats are calling for President Biden to drop out of the 2024 presidential election following his poor performance during last month's debate. Earlier this week, President Biden told MSNBC that he isn't going anywhere. However, as the Democratic National Convention gets closer, more Party leaders have questioned whether he is fit for office and should be replaced on the ticket. Director of the FOX News Decision Desk, Arnon Mishkin, joins the Rundown to discuss where the Democratic Party stands and compares the calls for the President to drop out to President Lyndon B. Johnson's decision to leave the race in 1968.There are few things that are more American than apple pie; one of them might be the First Amendment. In the near 250-year history of the United States, there have been numerous challenges in the courts to what the Founders called an inalienable right, with some calling the current climate "the most dangerous anti-free speech period in our history." FOX News Contributor and George Washington University Law Professor, Jonathan Turley, joins the podcast to share details from his new book 'The Indispensable Right', the historical challenges to free speech, and why he feels that the First Amendment is built into Americans' DNA.Plus, commentary from Will Cain, host of "The Will Cain Show."Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Biden is said to have been making many phone calls to fellow Democrats who are pushing for him to step aside for another candidate. He is trying to convince those detractors he is still capable of running the country. And while the calls for President Biden to be replaced get louder, Former President Trump has mostly stayed away from talking about that possible replacement. FOX’s John Saucier speaks with Brooke Singman, FOX News Digital political reporter, about both the current state and strategy of both the Biden and Trump campaigns. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The list of Democrats publicly calling for President Biden to drop out of the election continues to grow. In a meeting Sunday, several top Democrats reportedly voiced concerns over the President's ability to campaign and how that could impact down-ballot races. To help ease concerns, President Biden phoned MSNBC's "Morning Joe" and challenged those calling for him to step down to take those concerns to next month's Democratic National Convention. Former Ohio Congressman Tim Ryan is one of the Democrats who is encouraging Biden to step aside. He explains on the Rundown why he wants the President to bow out of the race, why his refusal to do so could lose Democrats power on Capitol Hill, and who he thinks should take the reins on the campaign trail.The 2024 NATO summit kicks off today in Washington, D.C., and will be hosted by President Biden, who continues to face pressure to drop out of the 2024 presidential race. He will take questions on Thursday during a solo news conference and get a chance to prove to both voters and allies he is still capable of being America's commander-in-chief. General Jack Keane, retired 4-star general, Chairman of the Institute for the Study of War, and FOX News Senior Strategic Analyst, joins to preview this week's pivotal NATO Summit and whether our allies are concerned about President Biden's cognitive abilities.Plus, commentary from host of the Kennedy Saves The World podcast, Kennedy.(Image Via AP) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices