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Extra: Avoiding COVID Mistakes As The World Responds To Hantavirus May 16, 2026

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The deadly Hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean last month continues to keep people on edge worldwide.

U.S. health officials are monitoring dozens of people across the country for symptoms. Eighteen of them were on the Dutch cruise ship and are being quarantined in health facilities in Omaha and Atlanta.

When reports of the outbreak began, many were reminded of the 2020 pandemic, when COVID-19 caused worldwide lockdowns, economic turmoil, and millions of deaths.

But while officials across the globe are concerned about the spread of hantavirus, most are confident this will not be a repeat of the crisis the world faced six years ago.

Former CDC Director Dr. Robert Redfield is one of those experts who says, “This is not COVID.” He joined FOX News Rundown host Dave Anthony to discuss the alarm the hantavirus is causing.

He explained how hantavirus spreads and why it can be dangerous for those who are infected. He also explained how it's different from COVID, which was a mystery at the time. Redfield also discussed the mistakes made during the COVID crisis and how learning from them will help the world deal with future outbreaks.

We often have to cut interviews short during the week, but we thought you might like to hear the full interview. Today on the Fox News Rundown Extra, we share our entire interview with Dr. Robert Redfield.

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From Washington: The President's Taiwan Test May 16, 2026

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The President’s trip to China has concluded with new agreements on agriculture and trade, but major geopolitical tensions remain, particularly over Taiwan. Senior Fellow at the Atlantic Council and former NSC Chief of Staff Alex Gray joins the show to unpack the summit’s real wins, the looming uncertainty over the Strait of Hormuz, and the administration’s evolving strategy toward the People’s Republic.

Plus, FOX News Contributor Karl Rove dissects the high-stakes redistricting battle in Virginia following a state Supreme Court ruling that has thrown the map, and the upcoming elections, into chaos.

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President Trump Says China Offered Help In Ending Iran Conflict May 16, 2026

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President Trump returns from his high-stakes talks with Beijing and says that Chinese leader Xi Jinping offered to help negotiate an end to the Iranian conflict and the opening of the Strait of Hormuz. China is the biggest buyer of oil and gas that passes through the strategic waterway. Meanwhile, Iranian news agencies claim a few Chinese commercial ships were being allowed through the strait.

FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Justin Fulcher, former senior advisor to Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, who says the meeting was a first step in bettering relations with China, and the only way to move forward is with more open dialogue between the two countries.

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Business Rundown: Stolen Innovation & the Cost of Doing Business with China May 15, 2026

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“Very successful” is how President Trump is describing his historic state visit to China. He says China not only offered to help broker an end to the Iran conflict, but could also invest hundreds of billions of dollars into U.S. companies.

From soybeans to jets, Trump says China’s President Xi Jinping promised to buy more American goods, with Xi reportedly saying China would, quote, “open wider” to U.S. companies.

Some of that money could flow into U.S. tech giants, with CEOs including Tim Cook, Elon Musk, and Jensen Huang joining the president in Beijing. But should corporate America be careful?

For years, the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has been accused of stealing American technology, intellectual property, and data—using U.S. innovation to fuel China’s own rise.

David Shedd, the former Acting Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency and co-author of The Great Heist: China’s Epic Campaign to Steal America’s Secrets, joins FOX Business Network’s Lydia Hu to discuss the risks U.S. companies take when doing business with China, the CCP’s decades-long history of stealing America’s advancements, and what businesses can do to protect their most precious secrets.

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America Has A Debt Problem May 15, 2026

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Americans are carrying more debt than ever, but is the "danger zone" actually here? As a new inflation report shows prices climbing again, disposable income is getting squeezed even while consumer spending remains strong. FOX Business Contributor Lou Basenese joins us to break down the latest New York Fed data, exploring how global conflict affects your wallet and how to manage high-interest debt in a "higher for longer" environment.

What happened to the American scientists who had suddenly died or vanished?A new FOX Nation special, "Vanished: America's Missing Scientists," investigates the mysterious disappearances and deaths of at least 11 individuals tied to U.S. nuclear, defense, and aerospace programs since 2022. While some say these tragic events are coincidences, others see a dire threat to national security. Theoretical physicist and best-selling author Dr. Michio Kaku joins the Rundown to discuss why these "coincidences" are making him uncomfortable.

PLUS, commentary by Ted Jenkin, president of Exit Stage Left Advisors and Host of The Red, White & Green Show.

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How Much Pressure Can China Put On Iran? May 14, 2026

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China is the biggest buyer of oil and gas passing through the Strait of Hormuz and the White House is saying both President Trump and Chinese President Xi agreed the key waterway must remain open. The discussions also focused on trade and how to better it between the two nations, and will test whether diplomacy can translate into progress on the divisions that define the U.S.–China relationship.

FOX’s John Saucier speaks with Jack Burnham, senior research analyst at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies’ (FDD’s) China Program, who says with China's support of Iran, they won't be pressing Tehran into anything that makes them lose control of the country.

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Louisiana Senate Primary: Can Sen. Bill Cassidy Survive Impeachment Backlash? May 14, 2026

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The 2026 primary season is in full swing, and this year, many sitting lawmakers face challenges from both the left and the right. One Republican incumbent fighting to keep his seat is Senator Bill Cassidy (R-LA). He faces multiple primary challengers this Saturday, including Louisiana Congresswoman Julia Letlow, who has been endorsed by President Trump. Senator Cassidy joins the Rundown to discuss his upcoming primary and his controversial vote to impeach President Trump during his first term. He also weighs in on rising gas prices and Louisiana’s ongoing redistricting fight.

This year, America celebrates 250 years of independence. While many complain about how polarized the country has become, someone with a front-row seat to the inner workings of American government says the United States has overcome much greater challenges than those it faces today. U.S. Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch joins the Rundown to discuss how early patriots risked their lives for freedom, his judicial approach on the High Court, and why he hopes to educate younger generations through his new children’s book, Heroes of 1776: The Story of the Declaration of Independence.

PLUS, Commentary by New York Post Columnist Karol Markowicz on older generations' use of phones and an alarming rise in screen time.

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Combatting Antisemitism Fueled By Iran Conflict May 13, 2026

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Military action between the United States and Iran remains in limbo as anti-Semitism in the U.S. continues to surge, driven in part by the conflict. President Trump recently encouraged Jewish Americans to observe Shabbat in honor of Jewish Heritage Month and the upcoming 250th anniversary of American independence.

FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Rabbi Yaakov Menken, Executive Vice President of the Coalition for Jewish Values, who denounces the rise in anti-Semitic incidents and praises the president’s proclamation.

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‘Friend’ Or Enemy? The President’s High-Stakes Trek To China May 13, 2026

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With President Trump heading to Beijing for a high-stakes summit with Xi Jinping , a critical debate has intensified regarding the best strategies to counter Chinese aggression and protect American interests. Gatestone Institute Senior Fellow Gordon G. Chang joins to discuss China’s involvement in the Iran conflict, the security risks of allowing Chinese manufacturing on U.S. soil, and the urgent need to view China not as a competitor, but as an enemy.

Inflation is back on the rise. With the latest Consumer Price Index showing prices for common goods rose 0.6% from a month ago and are 3.8% higher than last year, Americans are feeling the pinch at the pump and in the grocery store. In an effort to provide relief, there are now calls to suspend the federal gas tax and push for further deregulation to "unleash" domestic energy. Louisiana Republican Congresswoman Julia Letlow joins us to discuss why she is optimistic President Trump and the GOP will have a "swift response" to inflation and gas prices. Plus, she weighs in on the redistricting fight in Louisiana and her high-stakes Senate primary race against incumbent Senator Bill Cassidy.

PLUS, commentary by David Marcus, columnist for FOX News Digital.

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United Arab Emirates Launching Attacks On Iran May 12, 2026

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The United Arab Emirates has fired multiple airstrikes against Iran, marking the first time an Arab nation has joined the U.S. and Israel in the air campaign against Tehran. The UAE seems to have been doing this quietly and not publicly acknowledging it. Meanwhile. U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee confirmed reports that Israel had sent an Iron Dome battery and personnel to operate the air defense system to the UAE.

FOX’s John Saucier speaks with Lucas Tomlinson, FOX News Channel (FNC) correspondent reporting from Dubai, United Arab Emirates, who says the United Arab Emirates are pushing back against Tehran's attempt drive a wedge between Gulf nations and the United States.

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