Day two of government shutdown: Democrats blamed as federal workers face furloughs
Rep. Tom Cole, R-Okla., argues Democrats are to blame for the government shutdown, warning of uncertainty for unpaid federal workers and blasting Sen. Chuck Schumer for holding funding bills ‘hostage.’
Major health insurers scaling back Medicare Advantage offerings in 2026
CVS Health's Aetna, Humana and UnitedHealth plan to scale back Medicare Advantage offerings in 2026 due to government reimbursement cuts and rising healthcare costs.
Consumer finance stocks slide on credit worries
A 'Mornings with Maria' panel discusses the 'real concern' over consumers taking out a lot of debt.
Rahm Emanuel raises concerns over civics and education
Texas Public Policy Foundation VP Chuck Devore joins 'Varney & Co.' to discuss the current state of education in America and Rahm Emanuel's possible 2028 run for president.
Time's highlights 'moderate, mainstream' conservatives on 'Rising Stars' list
Fox News contributor Mollie Hemingway joins 'Varney & Co.' to discuss Chuck Schumer's role in the government shutdown and the rising stars of each political party ahead of the midterm elections.
Trump freezes $18B reserved for NYC infrastructure projects
Rep. Nicole Malliotakis, R-N.Y., discusses whether President Donald Trump is deliberately punishing New York City after Chuck Schumer and Democrats shut down the government on 'Varney & Co.'
Schumer faces backlash as shutdown threatens to hand Trump’s executive branch more power
Congressman Jeff Van Drew, R-N.J., joined 'Mornings with Maria' to discuss the looming government shutdown and why he believes Jack Ciattarelli is poised to win New Jersey’s 2026 governor’s race.
Report: Blue states spend billions in migrant healthcare
FOX Business correspondent Madison Alworth joins 'Varney & Co.' to report on California and Illinois spending billions on illegal immigrant healthcare.
Medicaid dispute sends government shutdown into day two
Rep. Byron Donalds R-Fla., joins 'Mornings with Maria' to discuss the government shutdown and its impact on the country.
It is 'not a great situation for Democrats right now': Mollie Hemingway
Fox News contributor Mollie Hemingway argues whether Sen. Chuck Schumer has been 'trapped' by the left.
Schumer shut down government for radical Democrat reasons: Brooke Rollins
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins discusses President Donald Trump's tariff agenda and the impact of the government shutdown on farmers on 'Mornings with Maria.'
North Korea's relations with Beijing have been 'strong for decades,' Gordon Chang says
Gatestone Institute senior fellow Gordon Chang weighs in on President Donald Trump’s handling of the Chinese government amid trade negotiations, North Korea and China’s strengthening ties and Philadelphia City Hall raising the CCP flag.
Schumer's funding fight is about blocking Trump's agenda: SBA's Kelly Loeffler
U.S. Small Business Administrator Kelly Loeffler joins 'Mornings with Maria' to discuss the impact of the government shutdown on small businesses.
Socialism’s track record: From Venezuela’s crisis to Cuba’s decline
FOX Business anchor David Asman joins 'Mornings with Maria' to preview his series exploring the failures of socialism worldwide amid its surge in popularity in America.
Government shutdown begins but analysts say markets historically weather disruptions well
Financial markets are expected to remain relatively unfazed by the government shutdown, with the S&P 500 historically posting positive returns during past shutdowns.
If you’re 50 and older, you might be about to lose a big tax break
Starting in 2026, workers age 50 and older earning more than $145,000 must make catch-up 401(k) contributions to Roth accounts instead of pretax accounts.
Nearly 1 in 5 American homes slash prices as buyers gain upper hand in shifting market
Home price reductions reached 19.9% of listings in September, with Denver, Portland and Indianapolis leading major metros in seller markdowns.
The Bottom Line - Wednesday, October 1
Democrats, Government Shutdown, Mamdani
Tom Brady partners with robotic massage company, touts AI tech: 'I want this to be in every locker room'
NFL legend Tom Brady joined forces with Aescape to expand robotic massage technology. Brady also discussed the rise of AI and its potential benefits on sports.
Democrats ‘played a game of chicken here’ over government shutdown, GOP lawmaker says
Rep. Andy Biggs, R-Ariz., discusses OMB Director Russ Vought warning of cuts and layoffs amid the government shutdown on ‘The Bottom Line.’