The war between Israel and Hamas has the world on edge and has put the issue of national security back on the forefront here in America.

Last week, FBI Director Christopher Wray said the United States must prepare for the possibility of foreign terrorist organizations calling on their supporters to conduct attacks on U.S. soil.

Former Special Assistant for National Security to President George W. Bush, Michael Allen joined host Dave Anthony earlier this week to discuss the threat of terrorism and what both the federal and local governments must do to remain vigilant.

Michael Allen, who worked in the Bush Administration in the years following 9/11, also weighed in on the challenges Israel and its allies will face combatting Hamas.

We made edits for time and thought you might like to hear our entire conversation with Michael Allen. On today's FOX News Rundown Extra, you'll hear even more of his perspective on the current global crisis and the renewed fears of terrorism.

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The U.S. House of Representatives has been without a Speaker for over two weeks since the ousting of former Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA). Republican members remain divided over who should fill the vacant speaker’s chair, and will now wait until next week before they take another vote. FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram discusses what happened behind the scenes this past week, why Rep. Jim Jordan’s (R-OH) bid wound up failing, and what Republicans may throw their names in the hat next. 

Hamas’ brutal terrorist attack on Israel on October 7th has brought the threats posed by Iran and its proxies to the forefront. As the U.S. fears the nation will try to expand the war between Israel and Hamas even further, there is also a growing concern about U.S. national security and protecting our homeland. Former Ambassador at Large and Coordinator for Counterterrorism, Nathan Sales, to discuss why Iran is a "complete concrete threat" and how Iran and terrorist groups could be taking advantage of America’s porous southern border.  

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An American mother and daughter kidnapped by the Hamas terror group during their attack on Israel have been released. It is being said Qatar had a direct hand in helping get this done. Meanwhile, Russia and China are both finding common ground in support of the Palestinians.   

FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Dan Hoffman, former CIA Chief of Station and FOX News contributor, about the surprise release of the hostages and what does Moscow and Beijing want out of the conflict. 

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U.S. State Department officials issued a worldwide alert for Americans overseas, as they anticipate America’s outspoken support for Israel to have potential consequences. After his trip to Tel Aviv and national primetime address, President Biden and his administration demonstrated a strong commitment to our ally Israel during their war against the Hamas terrorists. On the Rundown, FOX News Sunday anchor Shannon Bream joins the Rundown to explain how the administration is preparing for the possibility of this conflict escalating and the united front Congress has presented in supporting Israel. Later, she explains a well-anticipated fight on Capitol Hill over Ukraine and Israel funding.

Pro-Palestinian protests have begun spreading at elite universities across the United States. While these demonstrations on college campuses are not new, some lawmakers are calling for some institutions to lose their tax-exempt status in response to their students’ fiery rhetoric. FOX Business Correspondent Lydia Hu joins the Rundown to discuss why donors are starting to pull their funding from schools, how this change of status would impact a college, and the role institutions should play in educating their students about the conflict in the Middle East.

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

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House Republicans have once again changed course on a plan to finally get a new speaker elected. The disarray has been going on since the ouster of Kevin McCarthy, the first ever speaker to be removed from the position. So, after many different plans what happens now is anyone guess.    

FOX's John Saucier speaks with Chad Pergram, senior congressional correspondent for FOX News Channel, who explains how quickly things change in D.C. and what could possibly happen next. 

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President Biden’s trip to Israel on Wednesday was upended following a deadly explosion at a hospital in Gaza City. In spite of canceled meetings with the Palestinian Authority leader and King of Jordan, Biden appeared in Tel Aviv and pledged American support to the nation of Israel as they fight their war on the terror group Hamas. FOX News Contributor and retired CIA Clandestine Services officer Dan Hoffman joins the Rundown to discuss why he doesn't think the United States will send troops to the Middle East and what it would take for Israel to succeed if they launch a ground invasion in Gaza to root out Hamas.

Iran remains a major concern for U.S. officials following Israel’s escalating conflict with the terror group Hamas in Gaza. Tehran has long been known as one of the largest state sponsors of terrorism in the world, and their leadership has warned they have plans to carry out preemptive action against Israel. Biden administration officials have announced new sanctions against both Hamas and Iran, but will this be effective in preventing the war from escalating? Former U.S. State Department spokesperson Morgan Ortagus joins the Rundown to explain how a UN embargo policy lapsing became a major national security threat, her belief that the White House’s Iran policy is failing, why sanctions won’t work a “silver bullet,” and the troubling pattern of U.S. adversaries avoiding the consequences of sanctions.

Plus, commentary by Jason Rantz, Host of the Jason Rantz Show and author of "What’s Killing America."

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President Biden made brief remarks following a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu today saying the IDF was not to blame for the explosion at a hospital in Gaza. The President also warned Iran, despite strong ties to Hamas, to stay out of the conflict. Tehran's amount of involvement in the terror attack by Hamas is still being discussed but their long history with the militant group and the Muslim Brotherhood cannot be denied.    

FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Rich Goldberg, a senior advisor at Foundation for the Defense of Democracies and former Director for Countering Iranian Weapons of Mass Destruction for the White House National Security Council, about the influence Iran has over Hamas and what was their role in the terror attack.

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Amid economic stressors like an auto worker strike, inflation, and a concerning rise in the US bond yield, Treasury Secretary Yellen says the U.S. can afford to support both Israel and Ukraine. Meanwhile, a recent study found over half of millennials don't interact with the stock market--Charles Payne has written a new book, "Unbreakable Investor," about how simple it is for people to get their start in investing. Host of Fox Business' Making Money and The Unstoppable Prosperity podcast, Charles Payne, joins the Rundown to discuss the latest problems facing the American economy and concerns about the United States' ability to contribute military aid in two separate wars amid economic troubles at home.

President Joe Biden travels to Israel Tuesday to show U.S. support for its ally as they inch closer to almost two weeks of fighting the terror group Hamas. Many have begun to speculate whether or not Iran was involved in the attack, as Iranian leadership threatens a preemptive strike against Israel if they do not stop bombing Gaza soon. North Dakota Governor and 2024 Republican presidential candidate Doug Burgum joins the podcast to explain why he was against the Biden administration unfreezing $6 billion for Iran, why he thinks switching to electric vehicles would negatively impact national security, and his strategy to qualify for the third debate in Miami next month.

Plus, commentary by Fox News Channel senior field reporter Yonat Frilling.

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Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) has called for an immediate stop to all aid to Palestinians in Gaza saying it eventually just ends up in the hands of Hamas terrorists. The Senator instead says the United States needs to give Israel all they need, including dollars and weaponry.

FOX's Ryan Schmelz speaks with Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) about her thoughts on the current situation and the hard stance she has on aid to each side.

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Over a week has passed since Hamas unleashed its deadly attacks on Israel, and many Americans are now worried the terrorism abroad could soon impact the U.S. as well. FBI Director Christopher Wray stated over the weekend that the United States must prepare for the possibility of foreign terrorist organizations calling on their supporters to conduct attacks on U.S. soil. However, former Special Assistant for National Security to President George W. Bush, Michael Allen, tells the Rundown that he isn't "overly concerned" about the threat and explains Hamas’ goal to incite violence across the globe.

Republicans are still trying to elect a new speaker of the House, but the task is proving difficult. After internal discussions found that Congressman Steve Scalise did not have enough support to be elected speaker, new focus has been placed on gathering support to name Rep. Jim Jordan of Ohio as the new speaker. Choosing a speaker in a timely fashion will become crucial because without a speaker, Congress cannot properly act on supporting Israel or domestic policy goals. Congressman Bob Good (R-VA) helped oust Speaker McCarthy as part of the House Freedom Caucus and he joins the podcast to explain his support for Rep. Jordan, his confidence they will solve the speaker issue, and the need to avoid another approaching government shutdown.

Plus, commentary by Fox Nation host Tammy Bruce.

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