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Evening Edition: Elon Musk Says Spending Bill 'Undermines' DOGE

Elon Musk, former DOGE head and major supporter of President Trump, says he is "disappointed" by the cost the "one big, beautiful bill" passed by Republicans in the House last week. The 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act' passed 215 to 214 in the House but with all Democrats and two Republicans voting against the bill. Republicans feel the the bill is a victory for President Trump that delivered key campaign promises, including extending his 2017 tax cuts. FOX’s Ryan Schmelz speaks with Grady Trimble, Washington correspondent focused on legislation, big tech and business policies for FOX Business Network (FBN), who says the two endeavors maybe at odds with each other but the spending cuts will continue. Click Here⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why Some Senate Republicans May Block The One, Big Beautiful Bill

Last week, House Republicans passed the "One Big, Beautiful Bill" with a narrow vote of 215-214, following weeks of negotiations. The multi-trillion-dollar bill is now headed to the Senate. However, Senator Ron Johnson (R-WI) is unhappy with the bill's hefty price tag and claims there is enough opposition to halt the process until more deficit reductions are included. Senator Johnson joins the Rundown to discuss his criticisms of the budget bill and his plans to investigate the Biden Administration's attempt to cover up the declining mental fitness of former President Joe Biden. According to recent reports, artificial intelligence showed signs of resistance when being told to shutdown. In one case a model even showed the willingness to blackmail engineers who wanted to replace it. Does this suggest AI could one day pose a threat to humans? Director of the Discovery Institute's Bradley Center and Professor at Baylor University, Dr. Robert J. Marks, joins the podcast to discuss his assessment of AI's ability to harm us, take our jobs, and manipulate human capabilities. Plus, commentary from New York Post Columnist, Karol Markowicz.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evening Edition: President Trump Warns Putin He Is 'Playing With Fire'

President Trump unloading on Russian President Putin calling him 'absolutely crazy' in a social media post after attempts to end the war have failed. The comments come in what looks like an apparent change in approach to the Kremlin for the administration. Over the weekend Russia battered Ukraine with one of the largest attacks in months, with thousands of missiles and drones being launched at thirty different cities killing at least a dozen people. FOX’s John Saucier speaks with Dr. Rebecca Grant, Vice President of the Lexington Institute and national security analyst, who says Putin is gambling the United States, and other allies, will stop giving Ukraine aid but he is wrong. Click Here⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What An East Coast Governor's Race Signals About America's Shift To The Right

In two weeks, on Tuesday, New Jersey voters will determine which candidates for governor will appear on the ballot in November. Last year, former President Donald Trump came within six percent of winning the Garden State, highlighting its shift toward the right. Former New Jersey Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli joins the Rundown to discuss his decision to run for governor again after losing to Governor Phil Murphy (D) in 2021. It has been nearly two years since a Supreme Court decision ended affirmative action in college admissions. Some may remember the prominent cases against Harvard and the University of North Carolina in which a 6-3 decision found that affirmative action violates the Equal Protection Clause of the 14th Amendment. Wall Street Journal columnist Jason Riley has written a book analyzing the historical context for race considerations in school admissions in his book, The Affirmative Action Myth: Why Blacks Don’t Need Racial Preferences to Succeed. Riley joins the podcast to share some key lessons from his book. Plus, commentary from co-founder of the 'Mom Wars" newsletter and podcast, Bethany Mandel. Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evening Edition: The Unsung Heroes Of Arlington Cemetery

This Memorial Day, we honor the heroes who fought for our freedoms, abroad and at home. During this holiday weekend, Arlington National Cemetery, our nation’s honorable military burial ground, is traditionally widely visited by family members and fellow soldiers of the fallen. A new FOX Nation series takes a look at the men and women buried at Arlington who sacrificed so much for this country. FOX’s Tonya J. Powers speaks with Mike Sarraille, retired U.S. Navy SEAL officer, host of 'The Unsung of Arlington' and author of 'The Everyday Warrior: A No-Hack, Practical Approach to Life,' about his new FOX Nation series, 'The Unsung of Arlington', about the untold stories of heroes buried in Arlington National Cemetery. Click Here⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Business Rundown: Will Spring Thaw The Frozen Housing Market?

Zillow came out bearish on its projection for their 12-month forecast of U.S. home prices, projecting they will fall by nearly 1 percent this year. This Memorial Day, FOX Business correspondent Gerri Willis is speaking with housing expert and managing partner at Romer Debbas real estate law firm, Pierre Debbas. Debbas shares his perspective on that Zillow projection, what he'd like to see the Trump administration do for the housing industry, and he speaks on the persistent issue of affordability for home buyers. Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Remembering America's Fallen & The Families That Grieve Them

For many Americans, Memorial Day holds multiple meanings—the arrival of summer and its seasonal delights can sometimes overshadow its true significance, yet ceremonies and parades across the nation honor our nation's fallen heroes. For families of those fallen, Memorial Day is not contained to just one day. Bonnie Carroll is a retired Air Force Reserve Major and founder of the TAPS (Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors), and she joins the Rundown to share how her organization supports grieving military families year-round. This Memorial Day, we commemorate eighty years since the end of World War II and remember the sacrifices made for freedom. Robert Edsel, author of Remember Us: American Sacrifice, Dutch Freedom, and Forever Promise Forged in World War Two, joins to discuss his new book and what the holiday means for Americans. Plus, commentary from retired Navy SEAL and host of FOX Nation's, "The Unsung of Arlington," Mike Sarraille. Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Extra: Did George Floyd-Inspired Police Reforms Work?

It’s been five years since George Floyd died after he was handcuffed and pinned down by a white police officer in Minneapolis. Video of his last minutes went viral, and nationwide anti-police protests and riots erupted across the country. Reforms were made in some cities, and the Biden administration’s Justice Department established federal oversight agreements with police departments, including those in Louisville and Minneapolis. Earlier this week on the FOX News Rundown, host Jessica Rosenthal spoke with former Federal Prosecutor James Trusty about how the death of George Floyd put a spotlight on police practices and created political pressure to change the way departments operate. Now, you'll hear the full interview where Trusty evaluates whether those changes have been effective and discussed the Trump administration’s recent decision to roll back some of the federal reform agreements that were made following Floyd's death. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From Washington: How Can Democrats Move Past President Biden's Term?

Former President Biden's age and cognitive health were back in the spotlight this week after announcing he's been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer. The revelations have forced Democrats to answer how much they knew about the former President's decline. And now, how can the party reach voters who are disillusioned with their elected officials? Democratic strategist and former special assistant to President Biden Meghan Hays emphasizes the need for Democrats to adapt their messaging strategy in an ever-evolving media landscape.   Then, Senator Deb Fischer (R-NE) discusses President Trump's plans for a Golden Dome missile defense system, and lays out her efforts to fight electric vehicle mandates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices