The Fox News Rundown

South Korea has become the latest country to decide to ban the DeepSeek app from app stores over privacy issues. Regulators in Italy did the same not long ago and both countries say they have found evidence that DeepSeek was sharing users personal information. The Chinese app shocked the tech world announcing the new AI was exponentially cheaper to develop than U.S. developed AI, setting off a nearly trillion dollar sell off of technology stocks in the markets.FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Eric Eggers, with the Government Accountability Institute, who says DeepSeek is based in falsehoods from their promise to keep personal information secure to the cost of development. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump praised Elon Musk & his DOGE team on their efforts to cut wasteful spending within the federal government, saying about Musk, “He’s a leader; he gets it done.” The IRS is the latest agency dealing with proposed cuts to staff, following DOGE officials exploring government waste in the Education and Defense departments. The President acknowledged Congress will have to play a role in these budget decisions too. Missouri Congressman Jason Smith joins the Rundown to explain why he shares the President’s enthusiasm for DOGE clawing back waste, fraud, and abuse.Today marks one month since President Donald Trump took office and since returning to the White House, he has made fighting illegal immigration one of his top priorities. While the administration is looking to deport illegal migrants from the US, there is also a push to not let them in. Border crossings are on pace to be the lowest in the last 25 years, with January 2025 seeing the lowest number of crossings in four years. President of the National Border Patrol Council Paul Perez joins to explain why we are seeing this trend and share what it's like to work at the border.Plus, commentary from FOX News Contributor Tom Shillue.Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump took some jabs at Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenkskyy calling him a 'dictator' who 'played Biden like a fiddle', and basically blamed Ukraine for the war. The relationship between President Trump and President Zelenskyy seems to be souring as the administration has reached out to Russia first to begin negotiations to end the war. Meanwhile, the U.S. and Russia agreed to restore the each other's diplomatic missions. FOX’s John Saucier speaks with Rep. Jason Crow (D-CO), represents Colorado’s 6th Congressional District and is ranking Democrat of the Intelligence and Special Operations Subcommittee, who says Ukraine needs to immediately be a part of negotiations and European countries must help to secure the region. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Foreign policy was a major pain point during the 2024 presidential campaign and one thing that could be agreed upon was the global threat posed by the Chinese Communist Party. Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR) has written a book, "Seven Things You Can’t Say About China" where he aims to give an honest, unflinching look at the threats posed by China. Sen. Cotton joined the Rundown to break down how China became America’s most dangerous enemy, the subtle ways China has infiltrated the United States, and how we must respond as a nation.The avian flu is causing massive price increases in the egg industry, with some farms being forced to cull their entire flock to avoid further spread of the disease. The rising costs have been seen in supermarkets across the country, with the average price for a dozen eggs sitting around five dollars. These high prices have trickled down to restaurants too, with many increasing menu prices to keep pace with the climbing egg fares. Chief Operations Officer of Green Eggs Cafe Stephen Slaughter joins the Rundown to discuss the rise in cost for his company, what he has been hearing from his egg distributors, and the challenges that have faced the industry in the last five years.Plus, commentary from Chief National Initiatives Officer at the Texas Public Policy Foundation, Chuck DeVore.Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hundreds of employees at the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) have been laid off despite rising concerns about understaffing, air traffic safety and a pair of high profile plane crashes. The administration says those fired were still in their probationary period and the cuts are part of the attempt to rein in federal spending. The National Air Traffic Controllers Association, which represents nearly twenty thousand workers, and lawmakers are expressing their concerns over the firings. FOX’s Tonya J. Powers speaks with Griff Jenkins, Washington-based national correspondent for FOX News Channel and co-anchor of FOX News Live, who says the political blame game over the recent accidents and firings is in full swing. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Last week, President Donald Trump spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin, who agreed to begin high-level talks in Saudi Arabia to begin discussing a possible end to Russia's war on Ukraine. On Monday, several European countries called an emergency meeting in Paris to forge their own strategy. Former United States Special Representative for Ukraine Negotiations and Former US Ambassador to NATO, Kurt Volker, joins to preview today's talks, explain why Ukraine isn't directly involved, and share the concerns of the European allies.The Department of Government Efficiency (known as DOGE) is turning its attention to the Pentagon this week. President Trump said he expects Musk’s DOGE to find billions of dollars of fraud and waste within the Pentagon. While Democratic and Republican lawmakers disagree on much, there is bipartisan consensus that major inefficiencies exist within our defense spending. FOX News Chief National Security correspondent Jennifer Griffin explains why DOGE must be careful and purposeful with their budget cuts when it affects our national security. 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

An Israeli drone strike killed the head of Hamas' military operations in Southern Lebanon. The strike comes as Israel has decided to keep troops in five strategic locations at the Lebanon border even after a deadline for a full withdrawal will expire. Meanwhile, a sixth hostage exchange took place over the weekend and a Israeli delegation is in Cairo to pressure Netanyahu to continue to phase two of the ceasefire deal. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Enia Krivine, Senior Director of Israel Program & Senior Director, FDD National Security Network for the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, who says the Trump Administration is showing a laser focus from day one to make sure the ceasefire holds. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Last month marked a record high for the average price of eggs in the United States, the cost on average as high as $8 for a dozen.The USDA warns prices will continue rising in 2025, as major retailers like Kroger and Trader Joe’s move to limit the number of egg cartons that shopper can buy.FOX Business correspondent Lydia Hu speaks with Alabama egg farmer and owner of Drip Spring Hollow Farms, Britnie Niedermeier. Britnie explains how the bird flu is causing major egg shortages and how her farm is accommodating consumers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump is hopeful that he can deliver on a campaign promise, an end the conflicts in Ukraine and Israel. This past week, as a show of good faith, Russia returned an American prisoner as peace talks are set to begin between U.S. officials and their Russian counterparts in the coming days. In Israel, a fragile ceasefire was maintained over the weekend as Hamas released Israeli hostages, after President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu gave the terrorist organization an ultimatum to follow the agreed upon deal or face further military action. Montana Congressman and former Secretary of the Interior in the first Trump administration Ryan Zinke (R) joins the Rundown to discuss President Trump's goal to achieve peace in Ukraine and Israel, his thoughts on the work of the DOGE department, and shares details on House Republicans' plan to pass a new budget deal. President Trump signed the proclamation for American Heart Month, which occurs every February, encouraging people to improve and be aware of their heart health. In the United States heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women, so what are the factors that contribute to the deadly illness? FOX News Senior Medical Analyst, Dr. Marc Siegel joins to discuss the risk factors for heart disease, what Americans can do to lower risks and keep their heart healthy, and talks about his hopes for the new Health and Human Services Director RFK Jr. to improve the health of every American. Plus, commentary from host of OutKick's "Gaines for Girls", Riley Gaines. (Image Via AP) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One of President Donald Trump's many actions in his first three weeks included directing the US Treasury Department to stop minting new pennies.There’s been a movement to get rid of the pennies of years, partly because, according tosome estimates, the one-cent coin costs nearly four cents to produce, and the US Mint reported they lost $85.3 million last year making them. Former Director of the United States Mint, Philip Diehl, joined Dave Anthony todiscuss why he’s long been advocating for getting rid of the penny,Diehl explained how the change could impact the American economy. He also discussed why there’s a case to get rid of the nickel and why coin and paper currencies will serve a purpose despite the popularity of crypto.We often must cut interviews short during the week, but we thought you might liketo hear the full interview.Today on Fox News Rundown Extra, we will share our entire interview with FormerDirector of the United States Mint, Philip Diehl, allowing to learn more aboutthe penny, and the potential future of American currency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices