As the cost of higher education continues to rise, there are options to save for that expense for every student. One helpful tool can be a 529 plan, which turned 30 years old this week. Patricia Roberts, Chief Operating Officer of Gift of College and author of Route 529: A Parent’s Guide to Saving for College and Career Training, is best known as the “Route 529 Mom.” She joins Fox Business’s Lydia Hu to break down everything families need to know about preparing for future education costs, common misconceptions about 529 accounts, and alternative uses for the funds.

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A massive cocaine ring bust at Penn State University has resulted in at least 14 individuals facing charges. All but one of the suspects were current or former students at the school when the alleged cocaine distribution happened, with the last co-conspirator being a suspect's father. Retired FBI Supervisory Special Agent and FOX News Contributor James Gagliano joins Peter Doocy to discuss the shocking details of the operation, who was involved, and how college campus hazing habits have reached criminal levels.
The United States' national debt has surpassed $40 trillion. What has brought us to this point, and can we begin to reverse course? Executive Vice President of Market Strategy at the Prairie Operating Company and FOX Business Contributor Lou Basenese joins the Rundown to examine the unchecked government spending and how rising bond yields are impacting the deficit.

PLUS, commentary by Colin Reed, Co-founder of South & Hill Strategies.

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President Donald Trump this week issued a stern warning to any nation wanting to offer aid to Iran after announcing the launch of a U.S. sanctions operation he likened to an "economic D-Day." The new sanctions announcement comes amid a maximum pressure campaign, including the naval blockade, to get Iran to capitulate. The President also threatened to bomb Oman if the country acts as a barrier to reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a major point of contention on both sides of the conflict.

FOX’s John Saucier speaks with Dr. Rebecca Grant, national security analyst and Vice President of the Lexington Institute, who says the real strategy is hurt more than just the IRGC, its also aimed at the political and military help Tehran is getting from China and Russia.

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As the 2026 midterm elections approach, key primary outcomes and shifting political dynamics have turned six Senate races into toss-ups. FOX News Contributor and former White House Deputy Chief of Staff Karl Rove joins to discuss the battleground landscape, from high-stakes contests in Alaska, Texas, and Michigan to the impact of far-left candidates. Karl offers analysis on candidate strategies, voter demographics, and why President Trump's presence on the campaign trail could impact the Republican Party's strategy to hold the Senate.
Pandemic-era school closures may be over with, but the damage to American education is still unfolding. Billions of dollars in federal COVID relief wasn’t enough to reverse record learning loss, and now parents have become more critical of where their children are taught. Research Fellow at the Center for Education Policy at the Heritage Foundation Corey DeAngelis joins the Rundown to break down the state of K-12 education, and why school choice is rapidly expanding.

PLUS, commentary by FOX News contributor Joe Concha.

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In a trial that has captured the attention of the nation, Lindsay Clancy, 36, faces three counts of first-degree murder in connection with the deaths of her children: Cora, Dawson and Callan, all younger than 6-years-old, who were discovered strangled at the family's Duxbury, Massachusetts home in 2023. The prosecution rested its case earlier this week, and now the defense team has begun presenting their own, saying she was experiencing postpartum psychosis at the time of the murders.

FOX’s Gurnal Scott speaks with Joshua Ritter, Criminal Defense Attorney and Fox News Contributor, from outside Plymouth Superior Court, Plymouth, MA, who says the crime itself is not in question but the prosecution has struggled to paint her as a 'monster' which has garnered her some sympathy.

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Luigi Mangione’s unexpected guilty plea in federal court has thrown his upcoming New York state murder trial into limbo. After pleading guilty to federal stalking charges for the December 2024 killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, Mangione’s admission leaves state prosecutors facing a steep battle over double jeopardy laws to keep their case alive. FOX News contributor and criminal defense attorney Donna Rotunno joins to discuss the legal strategy behind Mangione’s move, what it means for his federal sentencing, and the broader societal shift surrounding public support for high-profile violent acts.
Immigration enforcement remains a key concern for voters in Minnesota after ICE operations there saw two fatal shootings involving federal officers. That topic, along with fraud and affordability, is shaping the midterm races in the North Star State. Minnesota Republican Senate candidate Michele Tafoya joins FOX News' Bill Melugin to discuss her platform and path to the Senate as she aims to be the first Republican elected in a statewide election there since 2006.

PLUS, commentary by Ted Jenkin, President of Exit Stage Left Advisors and Host of The Red, White & Green Show.

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The chairman of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions is investigating reports that a union representing roughly 600,000 workers is pushing to advance the interests of the Cuban regime. The committee is demanding information from the International Association of Machinists (IAM) about its possible links to the Cuban government. A report claims that IAM has traveled to Cuba, taken policy positions aligned with the regime, and union members have been addressed by a Cuban diplomat at a local union hall.

FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Christine Balling, Senior Vice President & Adjunct Professor at The Institute of World Politics, who says its an influence campaign to sway American voters to support the foreign policy goals of a country hostile to the U.S.

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Meta is on trial as many states accuse the tech giant of designing addictive features that harm children and young adults' mental health. Potentially seeking over a trillion dollars in damages, state attorneys general are taking on Meta's algorithms and Section 230 immunity in a high-stakes legal battle that could reshape the social media landscape. Former federal prosecutor Jim Trusty joins the Rundown to discuss the legal strategies behind the trial, how whistleblower testimony could impact Meta's defense, and whether "regulation by litigation" could force major changes to the platform.

As beef prices climb, some of the nation’s largest meatpackers are scaling back operations amid a historic shortage of cattle. Tyson Foods is closing facilities in Illinois and Utah, pointing to a U.S. cattle herd that has fallen to its lowest level in more than 70 years. Omaha Steaks President and CEO Nate Rempe joins the Rundown to discuss why shrinking processing capacity is unlikely to bring consumers relief at the grocery store and why it's going to take some time to rebuild the nation’s herd. 

PLUS, commentary by FOX News analyst Kat Timpf.

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The Trump administration has opened a federal civil rights investigation into Florida State University (FSU) over 32 scholarships accused of discriminating against students based on race or sex, according to a Department of Education (DOE). The investigation stems from a July 2025 complaint filed by the Equal Protection Project (EPP) that targeted 32 FSU scholarships. The DOE's lists all 32 programs and confirms FSU is a recipient of federal financial assistance and therefore must comply with Title VI and Title IX.

FOX’s Eben Brown speaks with Professor William Jacobson, founder and president of the Equal Protection Project (EPP) and Cornell Law professor, who says that FSU stood out even among the hundreds of colleges and universities his organization has challenged.

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As students head back to the classroom and families wrap up back-to-school shopping, major retailers are preparing to report their seasonal numbers. Capitalist Pig Hedge Fund founding member and FOX Business contributor Jonathan Hoenig joins FBN’s Jackie DeAngelis to discuss how consumers are faring and whether they can power through the current economic climate.

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