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Inside the White House’s Massive Fraud Crackdown Apr 29, 2026

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The White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting and the two previous assassination attempts on President Trump have exposed a chilling surge in national threat levels and the desperate need for modernized protective protocols. Former Secret Service Special Agent and DHS Advisor Charles Marino joins to discuss why high-profile presidential events require stricter National Special Security Event designation, the failure of the Secret Service advance process in Butler, PA, and whether the Department of Homeland Security is providing enough oversight to support Secret Service's overall mission.

Federal agents from the FBI and Homeland Security raided more than 20 Minnesota businesses this week, marking a massive escalation in the fight against rampant fraud. While Minnesota has been under the spotlight for years regarding Medicaid fraud, the Trump administration is now launching a nationwide crackdown. CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz joins the program to explain how he is working to eliminate waste, fraud, and abuse. He breaks down how these sophisticated scams operate and why he is putting every state governor on notice to help purge ineligible providers from the system.

PLUS, commentary by FOX News contributor Joe Concha.

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President Trump 'Dissatisfied' With Latest Iranian Proposal Apr 28, 2026

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Both President Trump and Secretary Rubio are yet to respond to Iran’s latest proposal, but both have expressed that they feel it falls short saying they are 'dissatisfied'. President Trump has also said that the government in Tehran is in a 'state of collapse', with infighting from fractured hardliners making it difficult to reach any sort of deal. Meanwhile, the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz continues to damage Iran economically, which in the end could cause the greatest change in the country.

FOX’s John Saucier speaks with Janatan Sayeh, research analyst at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies focused on Iranian domestic affairs and the Islamic Republic’s regional malign influence, who says the United States needs to continue its maximum pressure plan.

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Secret Service Under Scrutiny Again Apr 28, 2026

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Security for the President is once again in the spotlight as elected leaders ask how a suspected shooter was able to get as close as he did to the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner. House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer (R-KY) joins the Rundown to discuss some of his concerns regarding Secret Service training, low morale, and high turnover. Comer details red flags from Saturday night's incident and explains why his committee is launching a probe into the agency's preparedness.

King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive in Washington D.C. as President Trump warns of trade tariffs and "cowardly" UK leadership.The visit includes high-level ceremonies ranging from a formal state dinner hosted by the First Lady to a momentous address before a joint session of Congress. FOX News Senior Correspondent and host of the Searching for Heroes podcast, Benjamin Hall joins to discuss whether this historic state visit can salvage the "special relationship" amidst a public fallout between President Trump and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

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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Iran Offers New Deal To Open Strait Of Hormuz Apr 27, 2026

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Iran has proposed a new deal through Pakistani mediators which outlines terms to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end the war, with nuclear negotiations postponed to a later stage. Washington signals it may not send envoys to the next round of talks as Tehran's newest proposal makes no concessions on the nation's nuclear program, a key point for President Trump.

FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Brent Sadler, Senior Research Fellow with the Heritage Foundation, Naval Warfare and Advanced Technology, Allison Center for National Security, who says President Trump is trying to 'avoid bloodshed' by focusing on diplomacy, but that patience won't last forever.

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Business Rundown: Potential Iran Deal, The Next Fed Chair, and Mamdani's "Luxury Tax" Plan Apr 27, 2026

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The U.S. is weighing a potential deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, which could stabilize the global oil market—already shaky since the start of the conflict. Jonathan Hoenig, a managing member at Capitalist Pig Asset Management and a Fox Business Network contributor, joins FBN’s Taylor Riggs to break down what may come next for the energy market, why he’s positioning for higher interest rates, and a controversial proposal from New York City’s mayor.

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The Correspondents’ Dinner Shooting: A Firsthand Account Apr 27, 2026

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Shots rang out Saturday night at the Washington Hilton as a gunman attempted to crash the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner. The alleged attacker, identified as 31-year-old Cole Allen of Torrance, California, was neutralized by Secret Service as he approached a security perimeter located just levels away from President Trump and the First Lady. FOX News Audio White House Correspondent Jared Halpern attended the dinner and joins the Rundown to recap the chaotic moments, the rapid law enforcement response, and the looming questions regarding security protocols at high-profile Washington events.

The integration of artificial intelligence remains a polarizing topic, especially regarding its use in the classroom and how best to prepare children for how it may change our society. Mackenzie Price is a co-founder of Alpha School, which utilizes adaptive AI to provide students with a personalized education. She joins the Rundown to explain her learning model and how moving away from traditional teaching methods and incorporating AI—allows her students to excel.

PLUS, commentary by Tevi Troy, senior fellow at the Ronald Reagan Institute and a former senior White House aide.

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Extra: Why A Navy TOPGUN Pilot is Fighting for Psychedelic Therapy Apr 26, 2026

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President Trump has opened the door to faster research on psychedelics and potential treatment approvals with an executive order focused, in part, on one substance in particular: ibogaine, which has helped some people overcome opioid addiction and treat mental health issues.

However, U.S. research on several psychedelics—including psilocybin, derived from so-called "magic mushrooms"—has faced strict limitations because they are currently in the same federal drug classification as heroin.

While opponents call these substances dangerous, some veterans say these treatments have already saved lives, including Matthew “Whiz” Buckley. A decorated Navy fighter pilot and TOPGUN graduate, Buckley is the founder of the No Fallen Heroes Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to helping veterans heal through psychedelic therapies.

He recently joined the FOX News Rundown to tell host Lisa Brady about his own experience with ibogaine treatment in Mexico, where it is legal, and what it was like to be in the Oval Office for the recent signing of the President’s executive order.

In this extended conversation, Buckley discusses his hopes for the new policy, the personal impact of his treatment, and his response to those who oppose the use of psychedelics.

We often have to edit our weekday interviews for time, but we wanted you to hear the full conversation. Today, on the FOX News Rundown: Extra, we bring you the complete interview with Matthew “Whiz” Buckley.

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From Washington: The Fight to End Insider Trading in Congress Apr 26, 2026

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For years, it has been an open secret that insider trading is common practice among members of Congress. For over a decade, there have been various efforts to stop it. Now, driven by plummeting approval ratings and a systemic loss of faith in the institution, a growing number of lawmakers are taking a stand. Senator Todd Young (R-IN) joins The Rundown to explain why ending this practice is so difficult and how the perception of rampant insider trading has eroded public trust in our democracy.

Later, Missouri Congressman and member of the House UAP Caucus, Eric Burlison, weighs in on the mystery surrounding the deaths and disappearances of at least 11 researchers and individuals with ties to top-level nuclear propulsion research.

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Extra: The Ethics of AI—Futurist Jamie Metzl on the Future of Work and Morality Apr 25, 2026

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This past week, futurist and bestselling author Jamie Metzl joined Jessica Rosenthal on the FOX News Rundown to discuss the latest advancements in AI, as well as where the technology’s rapid growth collides with ethics and morality.

For example, just because a company can do more with fewer people, should that justify mass layoffs?

Metzl gave his take on the changing job market and addressed the violent reactions from those fearful of AI—including the recent arrest of a man accused of throwing a Molotov cocktail at the home of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. The suspect was reportedly found with a manifesto detailing his anger toward the growing influence of artificial intelligence.

Metzl also discussed his new book, The AI 10 Commandments, in which he makes a compelling case for a new moral compass and the urgent need for a collective ethical agreement as we advance our use of artificial intelligence.

We often have to edit our weekday interviews for time, but we wanted you to hear the full conversation.

Today, on FOX News Rundown: Extra, we bring you the complete, unedited interview with author and futurist Jamie Metzl.

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From Washington: Ethics Scandals Rock Congress Apr 25, 2026

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Congress is facing a wave of ethics scandals and a historic shift in member discipline, as expulsion threats and censures rise within an increasingly "toxic" institutional environment. FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram joins to discuss the precedent-shattering expulsion of George Santos, the recent resignations of members facing criminal and ethical probes, and the ongoing legislative battle to end the DHS shutdown through a complex budget reconciliation process.

Later, Fox News contributor and law professor Jonathan Turley joins to discuss the Supreme Court’s eroding institutional culture, Chief Justice Roberts’ struggle to maintain civility, and how Trump-appointed justices are prioritizing legal principles over political pressure.

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