The Fox News Rundown

Americans are understandably on edge due to COVID and the Delta variant. Kids are going back to school at the same time pediatric hospitalization rates continue to rise across the country. There is also a lot of uncertainty about so-called 'breakthrough infections' and how common they really are. Fox News Medical Contributor Dr. Marty Makary joins the Rundown to discuss the risk the Delta variant poses to children, why he thinks we should 'destigmatize' COVID 'breakthrough' cases and why he believes some strict guidelines and mandates are unfairly alienating a portion of unvaccinated people.

 

Is it true that the more education you have, the more money you will make? In many cases, yes. But that doesn't mean graduates are getting the best bang for their buck. As student loan debt goes up, some are beginning to wonder if even elite master's degrees are worth their high cost. Higher Education reporter for the Wall Street Journal, Melissa Korn, discusses how many students graduate from elite masters programs with six figures of debt, but without a salary high enough to pay it off.

 

Plus, commentary by FOX News contributor Joe Concha.

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is on his way out. He announced his resignation last Tuesday in the wake of the New York Attorney General's report, detailing allegations of sexual harassment from 11 women against the governor. 

While the shocking decision may prevent him from being kicked out of office, it won't necessarily end his political and legal troubles. 

Earlier this week on the FOX News Rundown, host Dave Anthony spoke to former U.S. Attorney Andrew McCarthy and Rep. Lee Zeldin (R-NY) about what legal battles Andrew Cuomo may soon face and what his resignation means for the future of New York.

McCarthy explained why Gov. Cuomo could face serious legal battles both in criminal and civil court. Rep. Zeldin, who is also New York Gubernatorial candidate, discussed how the former Democratic star lost all his political allies and how his exit is so consequential for both local and national politics.

Our original conversations were too long and we could not include everything both Andrew McCarthy and Rep. Lee Zeldin had to say about Gov. Cuomo's historic resignation. On the FOX News Rundown Extra, you will hear both interviews in their entirety.

The situation in Afghanistan is getting dire.

As the U.S. withdraws troops from the country, the Taliban has waged an insurgent campaign to defeat the Afghan government forces and take control of the region.

With the Taliban scoring major victories on a seemingly daily basis, criticisms over President Biden's withdrawal strategy are growing.

Earlier this week, host Dave Anthony spoke to Rep. Mike Waltz (R-FL), a former Green Beret and an Afghanistan War veteran,  to discuss why he believes President Biden is leaving the U.S. vulnerable by withdrawing troops from Afghanistan, what was accomplished in Afghanistan after 20 years of war, how Russia and China may take advantage of hostility in the region and why Taliban control creates a threat of terrorism in the West.

The conversation was too long and we could not include everything Rep. Waltz had to say about the growing crisis. On the FOX News Rundown Extra, you will hear all of his unique perspective on Afghanistan, America's exit and what the U.S. should do next.

One year ago today Israel and the United Arab Emirates agreed to normalize relations and what followed was a string of other peace deals with Bahrain, Morocco and Sudan. Trade between Israel and the UAE is expected to reach one billion dollars and could exceed three billion in just a few years. FOX's Trey Yingst speaks to Dorian Barak, co-founder of the UAE-Israel Business Council, about how companies in both countries have really embraced the business potential offered.

This Week:

The Senate passed a bipartisan $1-trillion infrastructure plan this week, passing with help of 19 Republicans. Though House Progressives have already said they will not support the bipartisan infrastructure package until the Senate passes a larger $3.5-trillion "human" infrastructure proposal. FOX News Washington Correspondent Rachel Sutherland and FOX News Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram discuss the uphill battle that the infrastructure bill faces in the House.

U.S. troops are heading back to Afghanistan to help get personnel out of the U.S. Embassy in Kabul. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell called on President Biden to reverse course, drawing comparisons to the Fall of Saigon in 1975. The U.S. has reportedly been negotiating with the Taliban to spare troops and personnel as they leave. FOX News Pentagon Producer Lucas Tomlinson discusses the future of the relationship between America and Afghanistan as troops continue to be withdrawn.

As more Americans get their COVID-19 vaccinations, new research suggests that mRNA shots may not offer as much protection against the Delta variant. The data collected shows the Pfizer vaccine was 42% effective in combating the new strand, while the Moderna vaccine showed 76% effectiveness. Professor at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine & Fox News Contributor Dr. Marty Makary urges citizens to be wary of the Delta variant, but to also pay attention to natural immunity.

It's been a busy week at the White House. President Biden has faced mounting criticism over what's happening in Afghanistan as the Taliban advances in the region, along with New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announcing his resignation moments after the Senate passed its bipartisan infrastructure package. Other legislative initiatives hitting the president's desk include voting rights and police reform. FOX News White House Correspondent Jacqui Heinrich breaks down this week at the White House.

Parents and teachers are weighing their back-to-school options as students return to classrooms while the U.S. deals with another surge in coronavirus cases due to the Delta variant. After the previous year of clashes over in-person learning versus remote learning, schools now find themselves in the middle of another nationwide battle, this time over masks, vaccine mandates and other restrictions. Anchor of "The Story" on the Fox News Channel, Martha MacCallum joins to discuss the ongoing debate over the effectiveness of mask requirements for students, the politicization of the COVID-19 vaccine and the frustration many feel towards our country's top health officials. Martha also discusses the political turmoil facing both the New York and California governors, the bipartisan infrastructure bill and how excessive government spending could catch up with Americans in the long run.

The surge of the COVID's Delta variant has left many businesses in America on edge, waiting for the next potential mandate to drop. Making matters worse, staffing shortages have made it difficult for many industries to keep up with the growing workload, causing customer service problems. Shana Gonzales, a franchisee with four Checkers fast-food locations in the Atlanta area, discusses how the pandemic continues to impact her businesses, why she resorted to automation to overcome some of the challenges, and how more business owners will soon rely on 'artificial intelligence' to get by.

Plus, commentary by Fox Nation host Tammy Bruce.

She is a mother and wife turned opposition leader to the tyrant that heads the regime in Belarus. Now she is back in self-imposed exile in Poland after meeting with President Biden convincing him to slap sanctions on the authoritarian Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko. FOX’s Simon Owen speaks to Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya, Belarusian opposition leader, who says democracy will eventually prevail in her country.

This week, after long and tense negotiations the Senate passed its $1-trillion bipartisan infrastructure plan, but it still has a long a way to go before it reaches President Biden's desk and becomes law. It's now headed for an uphill battle in the House. Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) said Wednesday that the House will not be taking up the bill this month. Pelosi has also said in the past that the House will not vote on the bipartisan package until the Senate passes an even larger $3.5-trillion "human" infrastructure package which includes big spending efforts on socialist benefit programs, and climate initiatives. Progressive lawmakers in the House, including Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) have also voiced their stance that if budget reconciliation does not pass through the Senate they won't back the bipartisan bill. While 19 Republicans did vote for the bipartisan legislation this week, many did not. including Sen. Bill Hagerty (R-TN). Sen. Hagerty joins to explain why he didn't support the proposal, the concerns he has about it not being fully paid for and why he thinks this bill is the launching pad for socialism in America.

Students are preparing to return to school as the Delta variant of COVID-19 surges across the country and the CDC has recommended that students and teachers from grades K-12 wear masks indoors regardless of their vaccination status. The announcement has stirred varied reactions from leaders and governors across the nation, with some states adhering to the call for mask mandates while others have enacted bans on mask mandates altogether. As medical professionals and political leaders debate how to best preserve the safety for both students and staff, school administrations are now being forced to choose what they believe is the best course of action. Executive Director of the American Association of School Administrators, Dan Domenech joins to explain why he believes the mask mandates are in the best interest of the students, how the AASA is prioritizing keeping students physically in school this year and how students, teachers and parents are adjusting this school year after expectations of returning to normalcy in 2021.

Plus, commentary by co-host of "Fox and Friends" and host of "The Brian Kilmeade Show," Brian Kilmeade.

President Biden will go forward with plans to reopen a consulate in Jerusalem that will handle Palestinian affairs, an embassy spokesperson told Fox News on Wednesday. The move reverses a decision by the Trump Administration and could be seen as very controversial for Israelis. Israeli government officials, who must approve a new consulate, have concerns that it could destabilize the newly formed government. FOX's Trey Yingst speaks to Nir Barkat, Knesset member and former Mayor of Jerusalem, who feels the decision could damage U.S.-Israel relations,  and Mustafa Barghouti, a Senior Palestinian Official, who says the consulate should never have been closed.

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced his resignation Tuesday August 10th, the surprise announcement coming in the wake of the New York Attorney General's report, detailing allegations of sexual harassment from 11 women against the governor. Given Cuomo's defiance in the face of harsh criticism as well as the New York COVID-19 nursing home scandal, many believed he intended to serve out the remainder of his term. This past week, leaders on both sides of the political spectrum spoke out encouraging Cuomo to resign, and some New York state officials even planned for impeachment. After resigning, what happens next to Cuomo and the New York governor seat? Rep. Lee Zeldin (R-NY) and former U.S. Attorney Andrew McCarthy join to break down what legal battles Andrew Cuomo may soon face as well as what his resignation means for the leadership of New York.

 

The Senate passed a bipartisan $1-trillion infrastructure bill Tuesday with 19 Republicans voting for it. The measure now heads to the House where Progressive Democrats could present a new set of obstacles. The House Progressive Caucus already saying its members will not pass the bipartisan bill unless the Senate passes the $3.5-trillion reconciliation package as well. Rep. Elissa Slotkin (D-MI) joins to discuss getting the bipartisan legislation passed, what exactly is in the bill and how it will benefit Americans. Plus she weighs in on Progressive members in her Party who say they won't pass the bill and if she is onboard with passing an additional $3.5-trillion package.

 

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