The Fox News Rundown

DOGE, or the Department of Government Efficiency, slated to be run by Trump allies Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, has begun making waves through Washington. Musk and Ramaswamy have already begun putting out preliminary plans for how they might tighten up federal spending to slash the deficit. Even those not known to be fans of the Trump administration, like Senator Chris Coons (D-DE), are conceding that this new department could be a step in the right direction. Congressman Aaron Bean (R-FL) joins the Rundown to explain why he and other Americans are excited for DOGE to get to work targeting government inefficiencies and wasteful spending.President-elect Trump has announced intentions to appoint former WWE CEO Linda McMahon as Secretary of Education. McMahon previously served on the Connecticut State Board of Education for two years before resigning to run for the Senate, a bid she attempted unsuccessfully twice. Wall Street Journal education reporter Matt Barnum joins to explore what the Department of Education could look like under President Trump, as well as the GOP's plan to transfer power back to the states.Plus, commentary from the host of “Tomi Lahren is Fearless on Outkick,” Tomi Lahren.Photo Credit: APLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Both Texas Governor Greg Abbott and the FBI in Houston have issued warnings that Chinese spies are harassing Chinese citizens that are critical of the Chinese Communist Party. The warnings involve the presence of a Chinese "police service station", basically a spy house, who's agents intimidate, physically hurt and kidnap Chinese citizens who have escaped from China. Along with the warnings, Gov. Abbott has issued an executive order for Texas State Police to immediately start making arrests. FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Jake Gibson, FOX News Washington D.C. producer, who says this is happening everyday, in multiple cities. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition'Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President-elect Trump promised on the campaign trail that he would secure the border, reinstating policies from his first administration while implementing mass deportations for illegal immigrants in the country. His new administration will bring in a familiar face to handle this, as the former acting Director of ICE during the first Trump administration, Tom Homan, has been named the new "Border Czar." Former Acting Director of ICE Tom Homan joins the Rundown to discuss the policies the new administration will look to implement, explain how the policies will curb illegal immigration, and what his new position will entail.The war in Ukraine has surpassed one thousand days, and the United States has only just begun allowing Ukraine to use long-range American-made missiles inside Russia. Russian President Vladimir Putin threatened nuclear consequences once again, prompting some concern from the West. Retired 4-star general, Chairman of the Institute for the Study of War, and FOX News Senior Strategic Analyst General Jack Keane joins the podcast to break down what this missile development means for the conflict and America's adversaries moving forward.Plus, commentary from FOX News contributor Joe Concha.Photo Credit: APLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The two newest NATO members, Sweden and Finland, both detected communications cables running under the Baltic Sea had been severed. The cables run into mainland Europe and initial fingerpointing was put on Moscow. The damning evidence that Russia is actually behind the damage is yet to be found but the communication disruptions come immediately after Ukraine was given the 'ok' to launch U-S made long range missiles onto Russian territory. FOX’s John Saucier speaks with Dan Hoffman, Former CIA Chief of Station in Moscow and FOX News contributor, who says the war on Ukraine will only be stopped when Putin is put under enough pressure.Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition'Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The selection of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services in the new Trump cabinet has stirred up old controversies revolving around RFK's positions on health. He has a record of expressing distrust in everything from vaccines to fluoride, even the FDA itself. He is certain to face a tough confirmation battle, where he is likely to focus on America’s issues with chronic health while facing contentious questions about his ideas at odds with the greater medical community. Former Director of the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Dr. Robert Redfield joins the Rundown to evaluate the RFK Jr. choice for HHS Secretary and how he might tackle obesity, vaccines, and food additives.As President-elect Donald Trump continues to assemble his second administration, some of his nominees for key positions are facing strong criticism and opposition from Democrats and even some Republicans. This pushback has led to speculation that Trump could use recess appointments to fill certain cabinet spots. Congressman Ryan Zinke, R-Mont., joins the podcast to discuss the likelihood of some of Trump’s nominees bypassing the confirmation process, the changes he would like to see in Washington, and his experience working in Trump's cabinet as Secretary of the Interior during the first administration.Plus, commentary from FOX News Contributor Tammy Bruce. Photo Credit: APLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices