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A report issued by Microsoft Wednesday said that Russia has engaged in relentless cyberattack operations against Ukraine since last summer and it has been a key part to the invasion. The American technology company has been aiding Ukraine in cyber defense saying the attacks are aimed at degrading the Ukraine government and military effectiveness. FOX's John Saucier speaks with John Cofrancesco, Vice President of Government at Fortress Information Security, about the ways in which Russia has used cyber warfare against Ukraine.

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On Tuesday, the U.S. stock market stumbled with the Nasdaq dropping to a new low for the year and the Dow sliding more than 800 points. The turbulent market is a result of rising inflation and so far, the Biden administration’s Fed has signaled its solution may be to raise interest rates once more. The economy continues to be a main concern for American voters, like Ohioans who are heading to the polls for a Senate primary on May 3rd. Democrat Congressman Tim Ryan is running for Senate in Ohio, and he joins the podcast to break down why the prosperity of the U.S. economy relies on taking on China, his goal to rebuild the middle class, and his strategy for running against Republicans in a red state.

This Wednesday, Russia halted its supply of gas to Poland and Bulgaria in an act the two countries describe as blackmail for refusing to pay for the resource in rubles. Despite all the sanctions the U.S. and other countries have imposed on Russia for their attacks on Ukraine, President Vladimir Putin claims the country's economy is still strong. Senator Steve Daines (R-MT) was the first U.S. Senator to visit Ukraine since Russia's invasion. He joins the Rundown to discuss the horrific sights he witnessed on his trip, the investigation into Russian war crimes, and the long-term impact the war in Ukraine could have on the oil and gas industry.

Plus, commentary by Jimmy Failla, host of "Fox Across America with Jimmy Failla.”

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A Russian state-run gas company has announced it will cut off supplies to Poland and Bulgaria. It is being seen as an escalation in tensions with the world and a retaliation for not agreeing to pay in Russia's own currency. FOX's John Saucier speaks with FOX's Edward Lawrence about how Europe and the U.S. are responding to this move and what it means long term

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Elon Musk made headlines this week when it was announced he struck a deal with Twitter to buy the company for roughly $44 billion. While many are celebrating the acquisition as a win for free speech, others are concerned that Musk's ownership of the platform could lead to an increase of hate speech and misinformation in a realm that's difficult to regulate. Howard Kurtz, host of Media Buzz on the FOX News Channel and the Media Buzz Meter podcast, joins the Rundown to discuss what Musk's purchase of Twitter could mean for the future of the platform, Musk's reputation regarding free speech, and how the Left wants Big Tech to be held accountable.

The Supreme Court heard arguments on Monday in the Kennedy v. Bremerton School District case, debating free speech and religious liberties after a high school football coach was rebuked for praying midfield after each game. In their oral arguments, conservative and liberal justices on the court were split on how this instance related to the First Amendment, religious expression and separation of church and state. Former Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos joins the podcast to break down why she believes this coach will find justice in the Supreme Court, why his firing constitutes a violation of a constitutional right to individual expression of religion, and she weighs in on what she calls the “deceptive characterization” of the Florida Parental Rights law. 

Plus, commentary from co-Host of Fox & Friends Weekend and Host of ‘The Will Cain Podcast’ Will Cain.

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Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said this week that the United States feels Ukraine can win the war and wants to see Russia's military so 'weakened' that they can't launch similar type invasions of neighbors. In response, Moscow's ambassador to Washington said the United States should stop sending arms to Ukraine. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Dr. Alina Polyakova, the President and CEO of the Center for European Policy Analysis (CEPA), who says Russia will only be stopped with force.

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Competition is heating up in Ohio amongst U.S. Senate candidates as they gear up for their primary on May 3rd. As endorsements pile in for front runners like Josh Mandel, who's supported by Texas Senator Ted Cruz, Mike Gibbons, who's backed by Florida Congresswoman Kat Cammack, and J.D. Vance, who received the highly sought-after endorsement of former President Donald Trump, all three candidates believe they have the proper support to see success on Election Day. Today, Ohio Republican Senate candidate Josh Mandel joins The Rundown to discuss why he's confident he can become Ohio's next senator without President Trump's endorsement, the role his faith plays in his politics, and how he plans to serve Ohioans if elected.

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin recently returned from a trip to Kyiv where they met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. During that trip, it was announced that the United States would pledge more military aid and begin sending back American diplomats to Ukraine. Shortly after the meeting, Russia continued its attacks on the country by bombing five train stations and fuel facilities, leaving many to wonder how much this assistance can really help. Dr. Rebecca Grant, FOX News Contributor and President of IRIS Independent Research, joins The Rundown to discuss the cabinet secretaries' trip, and takes a deeper look into Russia's military tactics.

Plus, commentary by Fox Nation host Tammy Bruce.

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United States Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken and Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin visited Kyiv, Ukraine over the weekend meeting with President Zelenskyy and members of his administration. Secretary Blinken announced that the United Sates will be reopening a diplomatic mission in Ukraine. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Kurt Volker, former U.S. Special Representative for Ukraine, about this decision and how it will help.

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As Midterm elections loom with less than 200 days until Election Day, statistics show that Republicans are likely to have the upper hand in November due largely to GOP voters’ morale. With a new ABC News/Ipsos poll concluding that 55% of Republicans are “very enthusiastic” to cast their vote on Election Day compared to only 35% of Democrats, many strategists and pollers are doubtful Democrats will be able to turn things around. Minnesota Congressman and National Republican Congressional Committee Chairman Tom Emmer joins the Rundown to discuss what issues are driving Democratic voters away, how the campaigning process has been for the GOP, and what American voters can expect if Republicans take back the majority in the House.

Young people’s struggles with mental health in the U.S. increased last year according to new data from the CDC, and some are labeling this as a mental health crisis. One such story of crisis is detailed in The Perfect Other: A Memoir Of My Sister, from the perspective of a younger sibling telling the tragic story of her older sister Kait Leddy and her battle with schizophrenia and the stigma that came with it. Author of this memoir, Kyleigh Leddy joins the podcast to share how she wrote this book as a sort of love letter to her sister, her hope the story gives solidarity to those going through similar difficulties and the importance of destigmatizing mental illness to create progress for the future.

Plus, commentary by Fox News contributor Liz Peek.

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With the 2022 midterms approaching, Democrats are grappling with increasing expectations that their party will suffer major losses. Republicans are seeking to take back control of Congress in November as President Biden's recent approval ratings hit 33 percent with voter support waning on key issues like rising inflation, crime, and Russia's invasion of Ukraine. 

So are Democrats going to suffer, what one New York Times writer called a 'Blood Bath'?

This past week, host Jessica Rosenthal spoke to Republican strategist and former Campaign Manager for Senator Scott Brown, Colin Reed, and Democratic pollster and CEO of Schoen Cooperman Research, Carly Cooperman about their expectations for the 2022 midterms.

They discussed how President Biden's popularity would impact the party, what's behind the enthusiasm gap, and why Republicans should not necessarily assume a 'red wave' is inevitable. 

Due to time limitations, we could not include all of the conversation in our original segment. On the FOX News Rundown Extra, you will hear the entire discussions with GOP stratergist Colin Reed and Democratic pollster Carly Cooperman and hear more of their perspective on the 2022 midterms and what both parties must focus on to win as many races as possible. 

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On Wednesday, the U.S. Justice Department appealed a judge's ruling ending a mask mandate on mass transportation and airplanes after the CDC announced the measure is still required. Former U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Jerome Adams discusses the risks of taking public transportation unmasked, shares his thoughts on CDC to extend the mandate for 15 more days, and advises listeners to make educated decisions about masking based on personal risk of infection.

Former President Donald Trump announced his endorsement of Republican candidate Dr. Mehmet Oz for U.S. Senate in Pennsylvania, despite David McCormick being the more favorable candidate in a recent FOX News poll. Dr. Oz joins FOX's Jessica Rosenthal to discuss his stance on various issues, comments on former President Trump’s endorsement and states why he decided to get into politics given his medical and media background.

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