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Could the Data Center Debate Determine the 2026 Midterms? Aug 24, 2026

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Pennsylvania’s Lehigh Valley stands as one of the most critical swing districts that could determine control of the House. With less than 100 days until the midterms, Congressman Ryan Mackenzie (R-PA) joins the Rundown to discuss the key issues driving voters to the polls. Rep. Mackenzie breaks down how he's going to combat affordability concerns, how voters feel about the impact of tariffs on domestic manufacturing after recent trade tensions with Canada, and addresses the local backlash over AI data center development in Pennsylvania.

As students across the country head back to school, districts are rolling out new security measures to keep classrooms safe. From AI-powered metal detectors to increased investigations of school threats, officials say parents also have an important role to play. Conn Davis, CEO of Byrna Technologies, joins the Rundown to explain why parents should have conversations with their children about what to do in an emergency. Plus, how parents can make school safety part of their back-to-school routine.

PLUS, commentary by Jason Chaffetz, FOX News contributor and the host of the Jason In The House podcast on FOX News Radio.

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Extra: Karl Rove’s Midterm Warning for the GOP & President Trump Aug 23, 2026

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We’re less than 75 days away from the midterm elections that will determine who controls the House and Senate. Recent primary outcomes and shifting political dynamics have turned six Senate races into toss-ups, according to the latest FOX News Power Rankings.

Earlier this week on the FOX News Rundown, host Dave Anthony spoke with FOX News Contributor and former White House Deputy Chief of Staff Karl Rove about the battleground landscape and some of the high-stakes contests, including those in Alaska, Texas, and Michigan.

Rove explains how far-left candidates succeeding in key primaries and shifting voter demographics could impact the outcome in November.

Finally, Rove—the architect of former President George W. Bush's gubernatorial and presidential campaigns—also discusses what he thinks the GOP should do in the closing months and what former President Trump should do—and not do—to help his party.

We often have to 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 Karl Rove.

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From Washington: NIL in College Sports | Can Congress Fix the 'Free Agency' Crisis?’ Aug 23, 2026

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Congress faces an uphill battle to establish a national standard for Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) in college sports. FOX News Chief Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram joins the Rundown to break down the challenges facing lawmakers. They discuss how the weakening authority of the NCAA has created an unrestrained “free agency” environment, concerns surrounding non-revenue Olympic and women’s sports, and more.

Plus, Washington, D.C., is hosting another historic event to celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary. The Freedom 250 Grand Prix is a 1.7-mile street circuit racing past iconic landmarks like the United States Capitol and Pennsylvania Avenue. INDYCAR driver Marcus Ericsson joins the Rundown to share what it takes to navigate a high-stakes street course at high speeds, the mental and physical demands, and what it means to represent his home country of Sweden while racing on one of America’s most famous streets.

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Extra: Where’s the Beef? The Real Reasons Behind Skyrocketing Prices Aug 22, 2026

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To help bring down high beef prices, President Trump announced plans to boost imports by temporarily allowing up to 300,000 metric tons of ground beef into the U.S. tariff-free. Soaring costs for burgers, steaks, and other products stem from persistent inflation and a nationwide cattle shortage—pressures further compounded by major industry shifts, including Tyson Foods closing facilities in Illinois and Utah and selling a location in Washington.

Before the President’s announcement, FOX News Rundown host Jessica Rosenthal spoke with Nate Rempe, President and CEO of Omaha Steaks, and Steve Lucie, a fifth-generation farmer in Illinois. They discussed the cattle shortage, pressures on the industry, and Tyson Foods—one of the "Big Four" meatpacking companies—ending operations at its Joslin, Illinois beef facility and its Eagle Mountain, Utah case-ready facility, as well as selling a facility in Pasco, Washington.

Both guests share their perspectives on the challenges facing the beef industry and what they say can be done to help consumers and producers alike.

We often have to cut interviews short during the week, but we thought you might like to hear them in full. Today on the Fox News Rundown Extra, we share our complete conversations with Omaha Steaks' Nate Rempe and cattle rancher Steve Lucie as they dive deeper into why beef costs so much.

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From Washington: Big Tent or Big Bust? The DSA's Impact on the Democratic Party Aug 22, 2026

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As primary upsets by Democratic Socialists of America-backed candidates knock out prominent establishment incumbents, the Democratic Party is facing a pivotal reckoning over its direction ahead of the midterms. Former Congressman Joe Cunningham (D-SC), author of Life of the Party, joins The Rundown to break down why voters are growing frustrated with party leadership, how progressive candidates are capitalizing on economic anxieties, and what Democrats must do to win back working class and Black voters. Later, Michigan Republican Senate nominee Michelle Tafoya shares her strategy to flip Minnesota's Senate seat red against Democratic Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan – a seat that hasn’t been held by the GOP in over two decades.

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Evening Edition: Drivers and Fans Gearing Up for Washington D.C. Grand Prix Aug 22, 2026

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A dozen 'IndyCar' drivers are set to take the track at the 'Freedom 250 Grand Prix' this weekend, racing around the streets of Washington, D.C. The 1.7-mile track will have drivers speeding passed the U.S. Capitol and around the National Mall for 147 laps in what is expected to be a spectacular event in racing. The fun begins Saturday morning when IndyCar holds its first practice session with the main race starting Sunday afternoon live on FOX.

FOX’s Tonya J. Powers speaks with Marcus Ericsson, Swedish racing driver, who competes in the IndyCar Series for Andretti, and will be racing in the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, who says every driver in the race is excited to speed through the U.S. capital.

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Business Rundown: Hacks to Avoid College Debt | 30 Years of 529 Accounts Aug 21, 2026

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As the cost of higher education continues to rise, there are options to save for that expense for every student. One helpful tool can be a 529 plan, which turned 30 years old this week. Patricia Roberts, Chief Operating Officer of Gift of College and author of Route 529: A Parent’s Guide to Saving for College and Career Training, is best known as the “Route 529 Mom.” She joins Fox Business’s Lydia Hu to break down everything families need to know about preparing for future education costs, common misconceptions about 529 accounts, and alternative uses for the funds.

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"Pablo Pledgescobar": Inside The Penn State Bust And College Drug Rings Aug 21, 2026

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A massive cocaine ring bust at Penn State University has resulted in at least 14 individuals facing charges. All but one of the suspects were current or former students at the school when the alleged cocaine distribution happened, with the last co-conspirator being a suspect's father. Retired FBI Supervisory Special Agent and FOX News Contributor James Gagliano joins Peter Doocy to discuss the shocking details of the operation, who was involved, and how college campus hazing habits have reached criminal levels.
The United States' national debt has surpassed $40 trillion. What has brought us to this point, and can we begin to reverse course? Executive Vice President of Market Strategy at the Prairie Operating Company and FOX Business Contributor Lou Basenese joins the Rundown to examine the unchecked government spending and how rising bond yields are impacting the deficit.

PLUS, commentary by Colin Reed, Co-founder of South & Hill Strategies.

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Evening Edition: President Trump Calls for 'Economic D-Day' For Countries That Aid Iran Aug 20, 2026

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President Donald Trump this week issued a stern warning to any nation wanting to offer aid to Iran after announcing the launch of a U.S. sanctions operation he likened to an "economic D-Day." The new sanctions announcement comes amid a maximum pressure campaign, including the naval blockade, to get Iran to capitulate. The President also threatened to bomb Oman if the country acts as a barrier to reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a major point of contention on both sides of the conflict.

FOX’s John Saucier speaks with Dr. Rebecca Grant, national security analyst and Vice President of the Lexington Institute, who says the real strategy is hurt more than just the IRGC, its also aimed at the political and military help Tehran is getting from China and Russia.

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How COVID Learning Loss Fueled the School Choice Movement Aug 20, 2026

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As the 2026 midterm elections approach, key primary outcomes and shifting political dynamics have turned six Senate races into toss-ups. FOX News Contributor and former White House Deputy Chief of Staff Karl Rove joins to discuss the battleground landscape, from high-stakes contests in Alaska, Texas, and Michigan to the impact of far-left candidates. Karl offers analysis on candidate strategies, voter demographics, and why President Trump's presence on the campaign trail could impact the Republican Party's strategy to hold the Senate.
Pandemic-era school closures may be over with, but the damage to American education is still unfolding. Billions of dollars in federal COVID relief wasn’t enough to reverse record learning loss, and now parents have become more critical of where their children are taught. Research Fellow at the Center for Education Policy at the Heritage Foundation Corey DeAngelis joins the Rundown to break down the state of K-12 education, and why school choice is rapidly expanding.

PLUS, commentary by FOX News contributor Joe Concha.

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