The Fox News Rundown

Operation Epic Fury continues as the Trump administration vows to dismantle Iran’s military infrastructure and end the regime’s decades-long threat. However, critics are questioning the timing of the strikes and whether the President has a clear exit strategy. Former Vice President Mike Pence joins us to discuss why he supports the decision to strike, what the U.S. objectives should be, and how this operation aligns with the "America First" agenda. President Trump is highlighting recent economic gains to ease concerns about the complicated picture emerging for U.S. workers and global markets. Anthony Chan, Global Chief Economist for Chan Economics, joins the Rundown to explain why he remains optimistic despite a sluggish jobs report, rising geopolitical tensions, and the rapid shift toward artificial intelligence. He also weighs in on the economic fallout of the conflict with Iran—and why the potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global trade artery, could be the single greatest threat to gas prices. Plus, commentary by 'Ruthless' co-host, John Ashbrook PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has set up a network of fake social media accounts that have been posting pro-Tehran propaganda across X, Instagram and other social media sites. Just days, if not the initial hours, into the conflict with Iran both Israel and the United States have been targeted by these Iranian internet trolls with videos and images of fake explosions, fake troops and whole lot of use of AI. What could be more damagingly misleading is fabricating stories of who is truly responsible for the death of innocent civilians. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Natasha Hausdorff, British international law specialist, and pro bono legal director of the advocacy group, UK Lawyers for Israel, who says spreading false narratives and flat out lies against Israel and the West is a key strategy by Iran. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the U.S. and Israel continue their military operations against Iran, officials say the speed of the campaign is significantly degrading the regime’s military capabilities. While Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth argues Iran’s missile program is being dismantled with “brutal efficiency,” some lawmakers warn the conflict could escalate following a classified briefing on possible ground deployments. Israel’s Ambassador to the U.N., Danny Danon, joins the Rundown to break down why the timing of the operation was "crucial" to prevent Iran from tipping ballistic missiles with nuclear warheads, and addresses reports of Iranian mines being laid in the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial trade pathway. As the funding stalemate for the Department of Homeland Security enters its fourth week, the effects are hitting the front lines of American travel. With TSA workers missing paychecks just as Spring Break begins, wait times in major hubs like Atlanta and Houston are skyrocketing—sometimes reaching four hours. Former TSA Director of Security Operations Keith Jeffries joins the Rundown to discuss the risks created by massive airport crowds, delays and the impossible choices facing federal workers who can no longer afford childcare or gas to get to work. Plus, commentary by K.T. McFarland, served as President Trump's Deputy National Security Advisor PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump says the war with Iran could end 'very soon,' adding the operation timeline is “way beyond expectation in terms of result this early.” Both, the United States and Israel continue to pound targets across Iran, and PM Netanyahu vowed that Israel will not stop. President Trump has also told FOX News that he is "not happy" about Mojtaba Khamenei being named as the next Supreme Leader, saying he doesn't believe the new leader can live in peace. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with John Spencer, serves as the Chair of Urban Warfare Studies at the Modern War Institute, and Co-Director of the Urban Warfare Project, who says all enemies of the United States should see the speed in which Iran's military has been decapitated as a warning to them. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As military strikes from the U.S. and Israel continue to degrade Iran’s capabilities from the air and sea, the question remains: how much longer can the regime hold on? Brent Sadler, Senior Research Fellow at the Heritage Foundation and Navy veteran, joins the Rundown to break down the "all sensors" analysis used to track the destruction of Iran's missile launchers and bunkers. Plus, the reality of a potential "boots on the ground" scenario, and why the Iranian people might be the key to a post-regime future. Voters in Georgia’s 14th Congressional District are heading to the polls today for a high-stakes special election to fill the seat vacated by former Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene. After she resigned in January, her departure left a crowded field of candidates vying for the deep-red seat. Editor-in-chief of Jewish Insider and FOX News Radio political analyst, Josh Kraushaar, joins the Rundown to discuss President Trump's endorsement of the front-runner candidate Clay Fuller and why his Democrat opponent Shawn Harris is likely to force a runoff despite the district's conservative lean. Plus, commentary by David Marcus columnist for FOX News Digital PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iran’s Assembly of Experts has elected Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, as the country’s new supreme leader. The younger Khamenei, aged 56, was long considered a contender for the position, even before an Israeli strike killed his father, and despite never being elected or appointed to a government position. Khamenei has not been seen publicly for days, and now stands as the head of Iran's theocracy and will have final say over all matters of state. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Behnam Ben Taleblu, senior director of the Foundation of the Defense of Democracies' Iran Program, who says while Mojtaba is younger, don't expect any sort of change in a hardliner rule of the country. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For the first time since 2022, oil prices have climbed above one hundred dollars a barrel as the joint Us-Israeli operation against Iran continues, disrupting energy supplies. President Trump and his team say the pain is temporary, but the pressure at the gas pump comes on the heels of a disappointing jobs report last week… and lingering uncertainty over tariffs. EJ Antoni, Chief Economist at the Heritage Foundation, joins FOX Business’s Lydia Hu to discuss his outlook for energy costs and the potential long-term economic impact of high prices. Antoni also breaks down the Heritage Foundation's Index of Economic Freedom and explains how the President’s tax and deregulatory policies are supporting families and businesses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the Department of Homeland Security undergoes a leadership shift with Oklahoma Senator Markwayne Mullin tapped to take the helm from outgoing Secretary Kristi Noem, the agency remains paralyzed by a partial government shutdown. House Homeland Security Committee Chairman Andrew Garbarino (R-NY) joins the Rundown to discuss the "recipe for success" under Mullin, while sounding the alarm on how a DHS funding lapse could create domestic security risks amid the escalating conflict with Iran. Tax season is underway and President Trump’s tax cuts are in full swing, with many Americans seeing the benefits. Critics, however, say the policy disproportionately favors the wealthy. IRS CEO and Social Security Administration Commissioner Frank Bisignano joins the Rundown to discuss the administration’s progress and what taxpayers should watch for. Plus, commentary by Tomi Lahren, host of “Tomi Lahren is Fearless” on Outkick.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iran has — for years — been developing drone technology to share with adversaries of the United States and Israel. And now, Iran’s military is using them for attacks in Israel and countries hosting American troops. The first American deaths in the U.S.-Israel military operation against Iran were in a one-way drone attack in Kuwait. The Russia-Ukraine conflict is considered to be the first real drone war, with both sides using them for attacks on a large scale. Their use in military strikes dates back about 20 years. FOX News Rundown host Chris Foster recently spoke with FOX News Contributor and Army Special Operations Intelligence Analyst Brett Velicovich about his experience using drones in combat and how they’re changing the battlefield. Velicovich, who is also the founder of the drone company Powerus, talked about the use of drones in Operation Epic Fury and his concerns about terrorists using them anywhere in the world — including the U.S. We often have to trim our interviews during the week, but we thought you’d like to hear the full conversation. Today on the FOX News Rundown Extra, we share our entire interview with FOX News Contributor and drone expert Brett Velicovich. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Pentagon is phasing out Anthropic’s AI after the company refused to remove safety "red lines" regarding autonomous weapons and mass surveillance. This move comes as the Trump administration pushes to have the most powerful military technology and outpace China. Retired Lieutenant Colonel Bob Maginnis joins the show to discuss the necessity of keeping a human in the decision-making loop, the rapidly growing use of AI on modern battlefields, and the challenges of replenishing American munitions stockpiles.Later, Tevi Troy, Senior Fellow at the Ronald Reagan Institute, joins to discuss America’s complicated relationship with Iran since World War II and how the two nations became enemies nearly 50 years ago. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, the world watched as "Operation Epic Fury" fundamentally altered Iran's future. But for those who fled the regime’s oppression decades ago, this moment is deeply personal. Earlier this week, FOX News Rundown host Jessica Rosenthal spoke with two Iranian Americans—Board-certified physician Dr. Houman Hemmati and journalist Tabby Refael—to discuss their families' escape from the first Ayatollah and their reactions to the dismantling of the current regime. They shared their immense gratitude to the United States and explained why, for the first time in years, they have high hopes for a free Iran. We often have to trim our interviews during the week, but we thought you’d like to hear our entire, unedited conversations with both guests. Today on the FOX News Rundown Extra, we share our full interviews with Dr. Houman Hemmati and Tabby Refael. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the Department of Homeland Security nears week three of a partial shutdown, caused by a funding lapse over Democrat-led demands for ICE reform, the United States has begun widespread military operations in Iran - raising renewed concerns about potential threats on U.S. soil. Former Senior Advisor at the Department of Homeland Security Charles Marino joins the Rundown to address those concerns, also weighing in on the firing of now-former DHS Secretary Kristi Noem and her replacement, Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK). Later, Former Chief of Staff to the National Security Council Alex Gray joins to unpack the broader geopolitical impact of Operation ‘Epic Fury.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iranians across their own country, in the United States and across the world have been celebrating the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei after coordinated U.S. and Israeli strikes continue. Iranians were first in disbelief but now they dare to dream their country will be free from the brutal Muslim regime of the Ayatollah. Many Iranians who's families fled in the 1970's remember an Iran, in the heart of the Middle East but with Western ideas of promoting individual liberty, democratic governance, and self-rule. FOX’s Tonya J. Powers speaks with Nazee Moinian, associate fellow at the Middle East Institute in Washington, D.C. and author of the book, "Narratives of Grievance in Iran’s Foreign Policy," who shares her family's story and explains why Iranians are so grateful to the United States and Israel for this military action against tyranny. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

February's jobs numbers are a disappointment, as the Labor Department reported the U.S. economy shed 92,000 jobs last month. Meanwhile, military conflict in Iran has sparked a surge in oil prices, raising concerns over how high they could go and how long the increase will last. Michael Lee, founder of Michael Lee Strategy, joins FOX Business Contributor Lou Basenese to discuss the jobs data, the Mideast conflict's impact on energy, and why investors have reasons to be optimistic despite some of the recent economic headlines. Then, Lee discusses which AI companies he’s watching and why the fear of AI killing software jobs may be overblown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is being removed from her role following a difficult week of congressional hearings and mounting questions about her leadership. Meanwhile, military strikes on Iran continue alongside concerns on Capitol Hill over the duration of Operation Epic Fury, the extent of the President's authority to act against Iran, and energy prices. FOX News Sunday anchor Shannon Bream joins the Rundown to discuss the political fight at home over the conflict, the intelligence behind the "imminent threat" from Iran’s nuclear program, and how rising energy costs could shape voter sentiment ahead of the midterms. The modern battlefield is changing, driven largely by the rise of drones. The U.S. military has deployed one-way attack drones in combat against Iran for the first time, marking a significant escalation in a conflict defined by massive drone and missile barrages. Meanwhile, U.S. forces are learning firsthand the challenges of neutralizing Iran's drone arsenal. Former Army Special Ops intelligence analyst and FOX News Contributor Brett Velicovich joins to discuss the evolution of military drone strategy, the high cost of using sophisticated interceptors against low-cost enemy tech, and the rising threat of weaponized commercial drones. Plus, commentary by Jason Rantz, Host of the Jason Rantz Show and author of “What’s Killing America.” PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Israel has launched a new wave of intense airstrikes on Iran and Hezbollah targets in Lebanon. Israeli forces say they targeted key infrastructure linked to the Iranian government, including a missile launcher in Qom and an air defense system in Isfahan. The IDF is also heavily targeting the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and the Basij militia, Iran's volunteer paramilitary force, who were both behind the violent, bloody crackdown on protesters in January. FOX’s Jonathan Savage speaks with Trey Yingst, chief foreign correspondent for the FOX News Channel, reporting from Tel Aviv, Israel, who says operations to destroy Iranian missile capabilities are a major focus now. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For many Iranian Americans, the news of the Ayatollah’s death marked the closing of a painful chapter that began decades ago when families fled the regime’s rise. As the U.S. remains divided over the recent strikes, with the latest FOX News poll showing support split nearly 50-50, many in the Iranian diaspora are reflecting on their past while cautiously hoping for a different future for the country they once called home. Iranian American journalist and activist Tabby Refael and board-certified physician Dr. Houman Hemmati join the Rundown to share why the moment feels “bittersweet,” and what they believe could come next for Iran and its people. In the wake of Colin Gray’s conviction for his role in the 2024 Apalachee High School shooting, a critical dialogue has emerged regarding parental accountability, and the preventable nature of gun violence. Board-certified forensic psychiatrist Dr. Dan Bober joins to discuss the tragic combination of adolescent grievances and easy firearm access, the psychological script that leads marginalized youth to idolize past shooters, and his expert advice for parents on identifying warning signs of potential violent intent. Plus, commentary by FOX News contributor, Joe Concha. PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Both President Trump and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth expressing disappointment that some traditional U.S. allies are pushing back on the use of force against Iran while Washington presses forward with its campaign against the terror state. The criticism reflects growing frustration inside the administration that while some European capitals have issued statements of support, operational backing has not matched the rhetoric, raising fresh questions about NATO cohesion at a moment of escalation. Spain refused U.S. permission to use certain bases for strikes on Iran, and Turkey has also criticized the operation and warned of broader regional destabilization. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Victoria Coates, former deputy national security advisor to President Donald Trump, Vice President of the Kathryn and Shelby Cullom Davis Institute for National Security and Foreign Policy at The Heritage Foundation, and author of 'The Battle for the Jewish State: How Israel―and America―Can Win,' who says the lack of support by longtime allies is surprising, and it could have a large effect on the balance power in the world. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Reaction from around the world pours in as the U.S. and Israel strike targets in Iran. Thousands of flights have been canceled across the Middle East and beyond as rattled markets react to higher oil prices. On Tuesday, President Trump and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz signaled a unified front against the regime during a meeting in the Oval Office. Amid reports that the strikes were a preemptive move to neutralize a rapidly advancing Iranian nuclear program, the President acknowledged the risk of future instability while expressing hope for a domestic military stand-down. Alex Gray, former Chief of Staff to the National Security Council, breaks down what he believes led up to this weekend’s strike, the "downstream effects" of this escalation, and what it means for other global flashpoints like Ukraine and the South China Sea.Multiple direct military strikes by the U.S. and Israel have killed Iran’s top leadership, escalating decades of proxy tensions into a high-stakes, open confrontation. Senior fellow at the Ronald Reagan Institute Tevi Troy joins to discuss how the relationship devolved from a century-old alliance and celebratory parades into a modern struggle against a radical regime. Plus, commentary by Ruthless podcast co-host Michael Duncan. AP Photo Credit: Vahid Salemi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As 'Operation: Epic Fury' rolls on with great speed and success against the IRGC, the future Iran could be ruled by a group of factions that haven't agreed until recently. In a historic and unprecedented development, a broad cross-section of the Iranian opposition, including monarchists, liberals, and ethnic minority representatives, has formally united under one umbrella: the Iran Freedom Congress (IFC). It marks the first time since 1979 that such ideologically diverse factions have come together in a single organized front. Representatives from these groups met in London late February and will meet again at the end of March to discuss what an Iran free from Ayatollah rule could look like. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Mehrdad 'Marty' Youssefiani, who served for nearly two decades as chief strategic counselor to Reza Pahlavi, the exiled crown prince and a prominent figure in the Iranian opposition, and Shahryar Ahy, and an advocate for democratic transition in Iran, who says it will take a coalition of opposition groups to stabilize the country. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices