The Fox News Rundown

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell will speak Friday at the annual Jackson Hole Symposium. This is a huge event where investors and Fed watchers get train to gain insight into the direction of the Fed. The big question top of mind—will there be a rate cut next month? FOX Business correspondent Lydia Hu is joined by Slatestone Wealth chief market strategist Kenny Polcari to discuss expectations of a rate cut from the Fed, the latest boost to the healthcare sector, and making sense of mixed inflation news. Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In what promises to be a decisive clash for control of the Senate, North Carolina's high-stakes Senate race is shaping up to be one of the most costly of 2026. This next cycle, Republicans will be fighting to preserve their 53– 47 Senate majority. Republican National Committee Chair Michael Whatley is running for that North Carolina Senate seat; he joins the Rundown to share his outlook on GOP prospects in the midterms, the weight of President Trump's endorsement, and the sharp divide he sees between Republican and Democratic platforms. As acting NASA administrator, U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced plans to build a nuclear reactor on the moon, a strategic initiative he says will be crucial to compete with the growing lunar ambitions from China and Russia. Former NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine joins the podcast to explore Secretary Duffy's call for American nuclear reactors in space, the evolving legal debate over ownership in space, and why he predicts mining rare metals on the moon will become very lucrative. Plus, commentary from FOX News Digital columnist David Marcus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Trump Administration has vowed to make "Make trade schools great again.” Part of their plan includes making billions of dollars available for trade schools by rerouting grant money and adjusting 529 college savings plan laws. This comes at a time when American companies are begging for electricians, welders, and others who can fill the essential jobs needed to fuel growing industries of the future like artificial intelligence. Dr. Jason Altmire, former Pennsylvania Congressman and current President and CEO of Career Education Colleges and Universities, recently joined FOX News Rundown host Jessica Rosenthal to discuss the growing popularity of trade schools and the growing demand for their graduates. Dr. Altmire explained the importance of skilled labor to the economy, how the perception of choosing a trade over college has shifted over the decades, and how AI could impact white and blue-collar jobs. 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 conversation with Dr. Jason Altmire and allow you to hear even more about the trade schools and the future of America’s labor force. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, President Trump invoked a section of the Home Rule Act, enabling a federal takeover of the D.C. police department. He stated that the move was necessary to restore safety and combat violence in our nation's capital. FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram explains the authority the Act grants to both the President and Congress, and how Republican lawmakers might take further action to support this effort. Later, he looks ahead to the midterms and discusses how the ongoing redistricting battle could impact election outcomes. Later, Congressman Troy Downing (R-MT) explains why he's pushing legislation to overturn limitations on coal, and why it's a necessary power source for America to win the race on artificial intelligence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s August. Which is supposed to be a slow month as Congress is on recess and most Americans are enjoying these last few weeks of summer. But like in some years past, this August has already been full of some historic headlines. That is why FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram has always warned journalists to be on “high alert” during August because big stories tend to surface. FOX News Rundown: From Washington, host Ryan Schmelz recently spoke with Chad about this and some of the major events that have taken place in the so-called dog days of summer. It was a fascinating conversation, and we thought you’d like to hear it. In a Fox News Rundown Extra exclusive, you will hear our entire conversation with FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump declared his Alaskan summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin "extremely productive," but says no deal or ceasefire has been reached yet. Giving few details about the tentative agreement, Trump said he first had to speak to Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and our European allies about what transpired. FOX News Radio's Eben Brown discusses the no-deal result, the Trump administration's objectives for negotiating an end to the war on Ukraine, and the challenges the President will confront in a possible second meeting with Putin. The Trump administration is cracking down on crime in the nation's capital. City leaders in Washington, D.C., filed a lawsuit Friday, ultimately challenging the administration's takeover of the Metropolitan Police Department. Republicans have praised the move, arguing that crime has gotten out of control. However, others are arguing that the city has seen record-low crime this year. Former FBI Assistant Director Chris Swecker joined the FOX News Rundown earlier this week to discuss the president's decision.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Family schedules seem to get busier and busier with constant appointments, whether for business or pleasure, for both adults and their children. When those activity calendars get too packed it quickly becomes a second job to schedule and organize the events. A new app for single adults and overwhelmed parents makes getting to that meeting or that soccer field on time a simple ordeal. Fox's Tonya J. Powers speaks with Zoya Lehrer, founder and CEO of the app 'Orgo', a time management tool, who shares her inspiration for creating the app to help busy families better organize their time. For more information on the app, go to: www.orgoHQ.com Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Two different inflation prints surfaced this week, resulting in two very different market reactions. So how did we move from a strong market rally on Tuesday to diminished hopes for a rate cut on Friday? FOX Business co-anchor of The Big Money Show Jackie DeAngelis speaks with CEO & CIO of Laffer Tengler Investments Nancy Tengler about economic reports out this week and dashed hopes of a September rate cut. Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump is scheduled to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska for a summit aimed at negotiating an end to the war in Ukraine. Early reports suggest Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and several European allies are opposed to any sort of land swap as part of any potential peace agreement. FOX News Sunday anchor and Living the Bream podcast host Shannon Bream joins to preview the summit and talk about the administration's efforts to address crime in Washington, D.C. Are smartphones and social media reshaping childhood? As U.S. children's screen usage continues to rise, so do concerns about the negative impact it has on their mental health and social-emotional development. Clinical psychologist and family therapist Dr. Cheryl Ziegler joins the podcast to discuss her book The Crucial Years and a new study linking early smartphone access to poorer mental health outcomes in young adulthood. Don't miss the good news with Tonya J. Powers. Plus, commentary from FOX News Contributor Tom Shillue. Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin are scheduled to meet tomorrow to discuss achieving peace in Ukraine. President Trump has stated that the goal of this high-stakes summit, which is being held in Anchorage, Alaska, is to eventually persuade Putin to sit down with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to negotiate a peace deal. Ukraine's former Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba joins the FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition to discuss his expectations for tomorrow’s meeting, how he believes President Trump can gain leverage over Putin, and whether Ukrainians might accept concessions such as "territory swaps" if it leads to lasting peace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices