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From Washington: Congress Breaks for Midterms Leaving Major Issues Unanswered Sep 19, 2026

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As Congress enters an early recess ahead of the midterm elections, artificial intelligence safety dominated the conversation on Capitol Hill following dire warnings from industry experts. FOX News Chief Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram breaks down the heated debate over AI regulation, including Louisiana Senator John Kennedy’s blocked "kill switch" legislation, alongside stalled crypto reform, new sanctions on Russia and Iran, and the legal chaos surrounding redrawn district maps. Later, University of Arkansas head basketball coach John Calipari discusses the Protect College Sports Act, sharing why federal guardrails are urgently needed to reform NIL rules, manage transfer portal turmoil, and safeguard scholarship opportunities for young high school athletes.

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Evening Edition: A Measles Outbreak Worsens, What Do We Know? Sep 19, 2026

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Pennsylvania has confirmed 4 measles-related deaths, over 750 cases in 38 counties, according to the state’s department of health. Measles is a highly contagious virus that can be fatal in one to three patients per 1,000 cases, data shows. And its not just Pennsylvania, all but 5 states have reported confirmed cases of the measles.

FOX’s Tonya J. Powers speaks with Dr. Stephanie Widmer, triple board-certified in Emergency Medicine, Medical Toxicology, and Addiction Medicine, who breaks down the dangers of the measles, the importance of vaccines and she shares her thoughts on the coming flu-season.

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Business Rundown: What To Expect When Xi Meets President Trump Sep 18, 2026

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A high-stakes summit is set to take place in Washington, D.C., between President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping. What should we expect? Heritage Foundation Policy Analyst Andrew Harding joins FBN's Lydia Hu to discuss what could come from the Chinese president's visit, analyze key friction points between the two nations, and explain how each leader looks to maintain stability in their relationship.

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Can the President’s Pitch Save a Squeezed GOP? Sep 18, 2026

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A new FOX News poll reveals deep voter dissatisfaction with the economy, surging energy costs, and the ongoing political fallout from the war in Iran. FOX News contributor & Chief Political Correspondent for the Washington Examiner Byron York discusses what the poll numbers mean for the GOP, examines shifting public perceptions of capitalism, the high-stakes Senate battle in Michigan, and how growing anxieties over AI regulation are reshaping the campaign trail.

More than half of a century after returning home from the Vietnam War, a group of American heroes went back to confront their past. Upon their return decades ago, many U.S. service members came home to a nation divided over the war they fought, and did not receive any honor, gratitude or closure. Actor and Veteran Advocate Gary Sinise joins FOX's Peter Doocy to discuss a new powerful documentary, Where We Once Stood, which he is the executive producer and narrator for. The documentary follows the group as they retrace their steps on foreign soil for the first time.

PLUS, commentary by Jason Rantz, author of What’s Killing America, and the host of The Jason Rantz Show

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Evening Edition: The Pentagon Reveals it has Weapons in Space Sep 17, 2026

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Earlier this week, Air Force Secretary Troy Meink acknowledged for the first time that the Space Force has deployed weapons in orbit. There was no disclosure of what the systems are, how many exist, where they are located, or when they were deployed. The announcement comes as Sec. Meink outlined a broader effort to reshape how the Air Force and Space Force fight in an era of AI-enabled warfare.

FOX’s John Saucier speaks with Dr. Rebecca Grant, national security analyst and Vice President of the Lexington Institute, who explains what sort of weapons they could be and advantages of having them.

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An Era of Political Violence: Lessons from the Charlie Kirk and Butler Shootings Sep 17, 2026

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The assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University has sparked a major wrongful death claim targeting severe event security failures. Retired FBI Supervisory Special Agent and FOX News contributor James Gagliano details the egregious lapses that allowed alleged gunman, Tyler Robinson, to carry out the attack, how campus officials left rooftops unmonitored for a 3,000-person crowd, and ignored clear warnings—drawing direct, chilling parallels to the security breakdowns in Butler, Pennsylvania.

Fears about AI capabilities are developing as quickly as the technology itself. Leaders in the industry along with lawmakers are issuing warnings about the potential risks AI poses. Congressman Jay Obernolte (R-CA) was the chairman of the bipartisan House Task Force on AI, which concluded in late 2024. He joins FOX's Aishah Hasnie to discuss the apprehensive sentiment surrounding the conversation about artificial intelligence and whether Congress can realistically pass meaningful regulation.

PLUS, commentary by FOX News contributor Joe Concha.

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Evening Edition: Nonprofit Wants Guardrails and a 'Humans First' Approach to A.I. Sep 16, 2026

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Some of the biggest names in tech have started to increasingly sound the alarm about the rapid development of advanced AI warning about the possibility of humans losing control of increasingly powerful “frontier” AI systems. President Trump disagrees saying these alarmists are trying to conduct a 'hoax' on Americans and winning the AI race is essential to the future. This all happening amid growing safety and national-security concerns with ongoing debates over the construction of data centers.

FOX’s John Saucier speaks with Amy Kremer, Chairwoman of 'Humans First', a conservative A.I. safety group, who says she wants the United States to win the A.I. race but it needs to be done safely with input from everyday Americans.

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Why Beating China In The AI War Matters Sep 16, 2026

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Tech leaders are warning against the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence potentially outpacing human control, and Washington is locked in a fierce debate over how to regulate the technology. Congressman Mike Lawler (R-NY) joins FOX’S Bill Melugin to break down his new bipartisan legislation designed to establish federal guardrails against rogue bots and cyber threats as officials look to implement guardrails while keeping pace with China.

As the Federal Reserve meets to weigh a potential interest rate hike under Chair Kevin Warsh, persistent inflation and rising diesel prices continue to pressure the economy. FOX Business contributor and Barron’s Investor Circle newsletter editor Josh Schafer joins to discuss why the central bank is considering this move to protect its credibility, how it could impact consumer borrowing costs and mortgage rates, and how President Trump might react to the decision.

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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Evening Edition: Houthi Rebels Target Saudi Arabia and Red Sea Oil Routes Sep 15, 2026

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Iran-backed Houthi rebels continue to seize territory in Yemen and now have captured strategic islands around the area of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait which connects the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean. Commercial shipping through Hormuz remains deeply disrupted and the Houthis could cause it to completely shutdown. The rebels have also picked up attacks on Saudi Arabia causing the kingdom's East-West Pipeline to be shut off as a precaution, surging oil prices by 2%.

FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Behnam Ben Taleblu, senior director of the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies' Iran Program, who says this is Tehran trying to open another front in the conflict and regain control of the Strait of Hormuz.

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Why Coaching Legend John Calipari Warns College Sports Is Broken Sep 15, 2026

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College sports face a growing debate as potential federal legislation aims to overhaul NIL rules, transfer policies, and student-athlete recruitment. High school recruits and smaller athletic programs continue to feel the strain of an unregulated transfer portal that prioritizes older, multi-school transfers. University of Arkansas Head Basketball Coach, John Calipari, joins the Rundown to discuss why he is advocating for the Protect College Sports Act, a bipartisan bill that would set guardrails essential for protecting young athletes, and how unchecked spending could put athletic departments in financial jeopardy.

Weeks from Election Day, Republicans face economic headwinds over inflation and gas prices, while Democrats navigate internal friction within their own party coalition. FOX News Chief Breaking News Correspondent and host of FOX News @ Night, Trace Gallagher, joins to discuss the shifting political map, key Senate races in states like Texas and Alaska, and the hard economic realities facing voters heading to the polls. He also introduces his new book, Turns Out They Were Right All Along: Life Lessons I Learned... Eventually.

PLUS, commentary by Tomi Lahren, co-host on FOX News Channel's The Big Weekend Show, and the host of Tomi Lahren is Fearless on Outkick.com.

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