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How Insurance Companies Made Big Profits Off 'ObamaCare' Dec 10, 2025

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With Affordable Care Act subsidies set to expire at the end of the month, millions of Americans could soon see their monthly health insurance premiums spike. Republicans say they have new ideas to rein in healthcare costs, while Democrats argue those proposals fall short and COVID-era subsidies should be extended. Paragon Health Institute President Brian Blase joins the Rundown to explain why he says Obamacare subsidies should expire, what could actually help bring down health care costs, and why he says the ACA has failed to help patients and only made insurance companies richer.

A House vote is scheduled for today on the 2026 National Defense Authorization Act, which sets spending and policy priorities for the United States military. Senator Deb Fischer (R-NE), a member of the Armed Services Committee, joins to discuss passing the NDAA, why America needs to invest big money in the Golden Dome and space defense, and why she supports President Trump’s attacks on drug boats in the Caribbean.

Plus, commentary from FOX News contributor, Joe Concha

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Evening Edition: Healthcare Battle Heats Up Again In The Senate Dec 09, 2025

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The Senate is looking to take on soaring health-care premiums, the main issue that helped to fuel a historic government shutdown. Senate Democrats are forcing a vote on a three-year renewal of Obamacare subsidies, and as Republicans are dismissing it, they are yet to offer up a single alternative. Meanwhile, Texas Congresswoman Justine Crockett has announced she will be running for Senate in an effort to gain a majority for Democrats.

FOX’s John Saucier speaks with Chad Pergram, Chief Congressional Correspondent for the FOX News Channel (FNC), who says both parties are under pressure lower healthcare costs, and discusses Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett of Texas, a progressive firebrand, announcing she will run for Senate.

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President Trump Hits The Road To Talk ‘Affordability’ Dec 09, 2025

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President Trump is heading to Pennsylvania to defend his economic record and push back on what he calls a Democratic “con job” over affordability, as new polls show voters remain deeply pessimistic about the economy. He is also rolling out a $12 billion assistance package for farmers, funded by tariffs, to help ease food prices. FOX Business host Charles Payne joins the Rundown to break down what the numbers really show and how much of the affordability fight is economics versus election-year politics.

When former Georgia Congressman Doug Collins became the 12th Secretary of Veterans Affairs, he aimed to implement changes that prioritize veterans. Sec. Collins joins the Rundown to discuss the changes he has made, how they're working closer with the Department of War, and working on innovative ways to address veteran suicides and the other mental health challenges retired soldiers face after their service is complete.

Plus, commentary from Jason Rantz, the host of The Jason Rantz Show.

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Evening Edition: President Trump Increases Push For Red State Redistricting Dec 08, 2025

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President Donald Trump is turning up the pressure on various governors and Republican Party members to pass congressional redistricting. A lot of heat is being put on Indiana Republican state senators who are resisting the push for the red state to pass redistricting, but just last week the Supreme Court upheld the new map that was set in Texas. Illinois and Maryland, two blue states, and Virginia, where Democrats control the legislature, are also seriously considering redistricting.

FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Jared Halpern, FOX News Audio White House correspondent, political anchor and host of the 'From Washington' podcast, who breaks down the various redistricting battles and their possible impact.

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Business Rundown: Will The Fed Grant Investors' Christmas Wish This Week? Dec 08, 2025

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You could call this an early Christmas gift. A delayed September PCE report was released last week, focusing on core inflation—a price measure closely watched by the Federal Reserve. It came in cooler than expected, which is encouraging for the Trump administration, as it has been pushing the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates.

While attention is on this week’s rate decision, eyes are already on next year. You could say the current Fed Chair, Jerome Powell, is on Trump’s naughty list, and the nominee to replace him will likely be named in early 2026. What will that mean for the direction of monetary policy?

Kenny Polcari, the Chief Market Strategist at Slatestone Wealth, shares insights on what investors are expecting from the Fed this week, who they think may replace Powell, and what to anticipate from the markets in the final weeks of 2025.

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The Republicans’ Investigation Into Jack Smith, And The Other ‘Investigators' Dec 08, 2025

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House Judiciary Chairman Jim Jordan (R-OH) is demanding answers from former Special Counsel Jack Smith, who has been subpoenaed to testify after federal investigators secretly accessed lawmakers’ phone records. Jordan joins the Rundown to explain what his committee wants to learn from Smith and why some want that testimony made public. Plus, with a year-end deadline approaching on Obamacare subsidies, he discusses what failure to act could mean for millions of Americans facing higher insurance premiums.
Illegal, unregulated e-cigarettes are flooding into the U.S., many of them marketed to kids and packed with unknown contaminants. Federal officials have launched a major crackdown, seizing millions of dollars’ worth of Chinese-made vapes and warning retailers who continue to sell them. Former North Carolina Senator and Chair of the Coalition for Smarter Regulation of Nicotine, Richard Burr, joins the Rundown to explain how these illegal vape products are flooding the U.S. market, why many are designed to target kids, and what tougher enforcement could mean for consumers and retailers.

Plus,commentary by Guy Benson, host of The Guy Benson Show on Fox News Radio

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Extra: "When The Badge Becomes The Target" Dec 07, 2025

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A House Homeland Security Committee hearing turned tense earlier this week as lawmakers clashed over the source and impact of violent rhetoric toward law enforcement.

Democrats focused on the events of January 6th and the conduct of ICE agents during raids, while Republicans and union officials warned that rising threats, including last week’s fatal shooting of two National Guard soldiers in Washington, D.C., indicate that officers are facing unprecedented danger.

They also highlighted how the rhetoric and the risk of violence are impacting police recruitment and retention.

Colorado Congressman and former police officer Gabe Evans joins the Rundown’s Jessica Rosenthal following Wednesday’s hearing to discuss the challenges and dangers law enforcement is currently facing.

Rep. Evans explained why he believes there are consequences to this rhetoric and how it's affecting recruitment, safety, and public trust.

We often must cut interviews short during the week, but we thought you might like to hear the full interview.

Today on Fox News Rundown Extra, we will share our entire interview with Colorado Congressman and former police officer Gabe Evans.

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From Washington: Time Is Running Out for Lawmakers to Meet a Critical Health Care Deadline Dec 07, 2025

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This week, Republicans were able to breathe a sigh of relief after winning a congressional special election in Tennessee. With an already slim majority, a loss would have been a major blow to the GOP and their ability to accomplish anything in the House of Representatives. The victory comes as members of Congress race to finalize a healthcare deal before the end of the year. However, both Republicans and Democrats remain at a standstill, despite the government reopening last month. FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram joins us to break down whether an agreement can be reached on healthcare and why it could hurt lawmakers if they fail to get a deal done by January 1st.

Later, Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.) joins us to discuss the ongoing debate over health care reform in Congress and the U.S. military's recent operation targeting suspected drug trafficking boats off the coast of Venezuela.

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Extra: The Alarming Gaps in America's Immigration Vetting System Dec 06, 2025

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The Trump administration is ready to roll out new limits on asylum seekers, refugee processing, and even green card reviews after a suspected radicalized Afghan national was charged in the shooting of two National Guard members in Washington, D.C.

President Trump and Homeland Security officials say the move is part of an effort to tighten vetting and shift the burden of proof for those already in the U.S., including refugees admitted during the Biden years.

Ken Cuccinelli, former USCIS (United States Citizenship and Immigration Services) director and current Senior Fellow for Homeland Security, joined host Jessica Rosenthal on the Rundown this past week to explain what these new rules mean for Afghan refugees and the other 19 travel ban countries.

Cuccinelli described the vetting system as needing improvement, saying that certain migrants from certain countries cannot be effectively vetted and should not be allowed into America. And in some cases, if they’re already here, they should be deported.

We often must cut interviews short during the week, but we thought you might like to hear the full interview.

Today on Fox News Rundown Extra, we will share our entire interview with Ken Cuccinelli, former USCIS director.

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From Washington: The White House Doubles Down On Their Defense Of ‘Double Tap’ Strike Dec 06, 2025

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The White House spent the week defending its Venezuelan drug boat strikes, including a September 2nd ‘double-tap’ strike on a boat allegedly trafficking narcotics. Critics say that the second strike, which eliminated survivors of the first strike, may have been illegal. Senior White House correspondent Jacqui Heinrich joins the FOX News Rundown From Washington to discuss the questions and political fallout surrounding the boat strikes. Plus, Jacqui previews President Trump's economic tour next week, where he will focus on the issue of affordability.
Later, Congressman Mike Haridopolos (R-FL) joins to discuss the biggest challenges facing Republicans in their effort to reform the Affordable Care Act.

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