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Evening Edition: Holiday Shopping Starts With Few Deals And More Debt

What It’s Like Knowing Hamas Is Holding Your Family Hostage

On October 7th, Dori Roberts received the horrible news that five of his relatives were kidnapped during Hamas’ brutal attack on Israel. For weeks the Israeli American feared the worst knowing his family members were being held hostage by the terror organization. Three of them were finally freed last Friday as part of the negotiations mediated by Qatar. Dori Roberts talks to the Rundown to discuss his family’s ordeal and what is being done to help release his remaining family members. Most of Kansas’ court systems have been offline for over a month thanks to what is being called a ‘sophisticated foreign cyberattack.’ According to the Kansas Supreme Court, cybercriminals have stolen sensitive data and are now threatening to post it online. Michael Balboni, a former New York Homeland Security Advisor and the Managing Director of RedLand Strategies, discusses how ransomware and other cyber-attacks work, who is typically behind themselves, and how both institutions and individuals can protect themselves    Plus, commentary from host of OutKick's Tomi Lahren is Fearless, Tomi Lahren. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Evening Edition: What Is Qatar's Role In Israel-Hamas Hostage Negotiations?

A ceasefire fire truce between Israel and Hamas has been extended by two more days as the terror group released another group of hostages. Qatar has stepped in as the major mediator in hostage negotiations but also has a long history of supporting terrorist groups like Hamas and Hezbollah. So, what are Qatar's real reasons for pushing for the release of hostages and why does Hamas seemingly listen to Doha's representatives? FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Dr. Jonathan Schanzer, senior vice president for research at Foundation for the Defense of Democracies and author of 'Gaza Conflict 2021: Hamas, Israel and Eleven Days of War,' about Qatar's support of terror groups and what do they get out of being the lead liaison of Hamas?   Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What Happens After Israel's Temporary Cease-fire?

Families are rejoicing after many innocent people taken hostage by Hamas were released as a result of Israel's four-day ceasefire that was declared last Friday. President Biden has said his goal is to keep this pause going to allow for more hostages to be released and humanitarian aid to enter Gaza. However, many are afraid Hamas can't be trusted to keep the peace. On the Rundown, Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (R-NY) explains how she believes Hamas may "manipulate and abuse" the opportunity Israel has given them with this ceasefire and why this likely will not lead to a sooner end to the war. She also discusses the recent car explosion at the U.S.-Canada border and how it echoes the need for better security at our northern border, the fight over government funding in Washington, and how the migrant crisis continues impacting her state. As a result of the pandemic, students across the United States have been suffering from learning loss, and national test scores have been down dramatically. In the 2022-2023 school year, the Nation's Report Card showed the average test score for thirteen-year-olds dropped nine points in math and four in reading, compared to 2019. However, there are exceptions to America's education problem. The Early College at Guilford in Greensboro, North Carolina, appears to overcome the challenges of the pandemic and was recently named the best high school in America by U.S. News and World Report. The school's principal, Pete Kashubara, joins the Rundown to discuss what contributed to the school's success. Plus, commentary by FOX News Legal Analyst Gregg Jarrett. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Extra: The Age-Old Question About President Biden

President Joe Biden turned 81 years old this past week, making him the oldest person to serve as commander-in-chief. His birthday put an even brighter spotlight on the age issue that seems to be plaguing his poll numbers.   Kyle Kondik, the managing editor of Sabato's Crystal Ball at the University of Virginia Center for Politics, joined the Rundown's Dave Anthony to discuss the growing concern among Democrats over Biden being over the hill and incapable of serving four more years.   Kondik also explained how other factors are playing into Biden's struggles, including voters being dissatisfied with his handling of the economy. However, he does note there is still time for the President to turn things around and why another Democrat replacing him on the ballot does not seem likely.   We made edits for time and thought you might like to hear our entire conversation with political analyst Kyle Kondik. On today's FOX News Rundown Extra, you'll hear even more of his take on the 2024 race and why President Biden's reelection campaign appears to be an uphill battle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From Washington: GOP Hopefuls Look to Upend Trump in Iowa

President Joe Biden turned 81 last week. However, the celebration only brought attention to a recent AP-NORC poll indicating that nearly 80 percent of Americans think he is too old to serve a second term. Yet, White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre says there aren't any behind-the-scenes worries about the President's old age. Democratic pollster and CEO of Schoen Cooperman Research, Carly Cooperman joins to break down voters' concerns about Biden’s age and explain why his campaign is eager to dispute claims that another Democratic hopeful will emerge soon.    With the Iowa Republican presidential caucuses less than two months away, former President Trump remains the overwhelming frontrunner in both the Hawkeye state and national polls. The Republican presidential hopefuls may need to upend Trump there if they want to have any chance of winning the nomination. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis recently won the endorsements of Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds and Bob Vander Plaats, an influential Evangelical conservative leader in the state. Some Former White House Deputy Chief of Staff Karl Rove discusses where the candidates stand ahead of the caucus and explains why endorsements can make or break a campaign.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Extra: Brian Kilmeade Unedited

Besides hosting multiple TV shows and a radio show for FOX News, Brian Kilmeade has written multiple books about America's history and the people who shaped our country.   His latest release is, "Teddy and Booker T.: How Two American Icons Blazed a Path for Racial Equality." It looks back at the relationship between President Theodore Roosevelt and Booker T Washington, a former slave who became an educator, an advisor to presidents, and a leader in the African American community.   Recently Brian Kilmeade joined FOX News Rundown host Dave Anthony to discuss the book and why he decided to focus on how that unlikely relationship impacted race relations in America.   Kilmeade also weighed in on the ongoing war between Israel and Gaza and the importance of knowing the region's complex history. Kilmeade believes some of the anti-Israel and anti-Semitic protests are being fueled by misinformation about Israel.   We made edits for time and thought you might like to hear our entire conversation with FOX News' Brian Kilmeade. On today's FOX News Rundown Extra, you'll hear even more about Brian's take on American history and the war in the Middle East. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From Washington: Americans Wishing For A "Soft Landing" This Holiday Season

The Federal Reserve is holding off on rate hikes as they monitor inflation, which has gradually steadied over previous months. Many experts believe a "soft landing" for the economy is becoming more likely, but recession worries remain. Managing Director and Senior Portfolio Manager at UBS Jason Katz joins to discuss the economic factors the Fed is focused on, what consumer spending tells us about the economic climate, and if further rate hikes could be coming in the future.   President Biden spared two lucky turkeys from the Thanksgiving table this week as he presided over the 76th annual Presidential Turkey Pardon. President and CEO of the National Turkey Federation Joel Brandenberger joins to discuss the history of the decades-old tradition, from the first official pardon in 1947 by President Truman, to President Biden's pardon of this year's turkeys, Liberty and Bell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Evening Edition: First Set of Hostages Released In Israel-Hamas Deal

A four-day truce in the Israel-Hamas war took effect early Friday in order to secure the release of the first set of terrorist held hostages. There were thirteen women and children released in a deal that will set free up to fifty hostages being held. Israel's end of the deal, besides not carrying out any military operations, is to release nearly forty Palestinian prisoners from Ofer Prison, in the West Bank. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with FOX's Alex Hogan, from the Schneider Children’s Medical Center, Petah Tikva, Israel, about the release and what could happen at the end of the four day truce. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is Black Friday Still A Big Deal?

The holiday shopping season has officially begun with an estimated 130 million people planning to “shop 'til they drop” this Black Friday. But the deals are no longer restricted to Friday, with many retailers rolling out holiday discounts earlier this month. This change is causing some to question whether or not Black Friday is still the best day for discounts. Founder and CEO of Storch Advisors, Gerald Storch, joins the Rundown to explain why he thinks Black Friday is more of a "concept" and not a holiday, why consumers are spending more right now, and share why he believes it will be a slow holiday season for retailers. Nearly forty percent of adults in the United States are considered obese, and many people are looking for a quick and easy way to lose weight. Ozempic, a popular drug used to treat diabetes, skyrocketed in popularity after celebrities began using it for weight loss. Now, doctors fear the long-term effects the drug may have on the world of health and fitness. FOX News Medical contributor and NYU Langone professor Dr. Marc Siegel explains how these drugs work, how overprescription of these drugs will hurt diabetes patients who need them, and how Ozempic became such a sought-after drug. Don't miss the good news with Tonya J. Powers. Plus, commentary by a former investment banker and author of 'You Will Own Nothing,' Carol Roth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices