Rupert Murdoch joins US business leaders at Trump's UK state dinner in Windsor Castle
President Trump's historic second state visit to the UK featured a Windsor Castle dinner attended by Rupert Murdoch and major technology and finance executives.
Mortgage rates fall again, refinances jump to highest level since 2022
The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage fell this week to 6.26%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released on Thursday. That is down from last week's reading of 6.35%.
FTC sues Ticketmaster and Live Nation over ticket resales, alleges 'deceptive' pricing
The Federal Trade Commission sued Ticketmaster and Live Nation for allegedly coordinating with brokers to harvest tickets and sell them at substantial markups to consumers.
The UK celebrates the bridge between two nations
Royal Commentator Julie Montagu breaks down the symbolism behind President Donald Trump’s historic UK state visit and explains why the pageantry highlights the enduring US-UK special relationship.
UK free speech debate could impact US trade relations, Douglas Murray warns
New York Post columnist Douglas Murray discusses how the issue of free speech can impact U.S. trade relations with the United Kingdom on ‘Varney & Co.’
Spirit Airlines slashes flights, warns of more job cuts amid second bankruptcy
Spirit Airlines is reducing its November flights while CEO Dave Davis warns employees of potential job cuts amid the carrier's ongoing bankruptcy restructuring efforts.
Fed interest rate cut might 'overheat' the US economy: Ryan Payne
Payne Capital Management President Ryan Payne discusses whether the conditions were right for the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates on 'Varney & Co.'
Universal Epic Universe guest dies after riding rollercoaster
A man in his 30s died after becoming unresponsive while riding Stardust Racers at Universal Epic Universe in Orlando, Florida, on Sept. 17, 2025. Credit: FOX 35 Orlando
MLB star Paul Skenes lands exclusive memorabilia partnership with Fanatics
Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes announced an exclusive memorabilia partnership with Fanatics, joining elite athletes in a landmark deal with the sports giant.
Trump, Starmer sign $350 billion 'tech prosperity deal' in record-breaking investment plan
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer calls President Donald Trump tech investment deal the biggest package in British history, featuring quantum computing and fusion energy.
Trump, Starmer sign $350 billion 'tech prosperity deal' in record-breaking investment plan
President Donald Trump and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced a “life changing” $350 tech investment plan dubbed the “Tech Prosperity Deal” in a press event on Thursday.
Lawmakers race to avoid government shutdown amid healthcare dispute
Rep. Jason Smith, R-Mo., joins ‘Mornings with Maria’ to discuss the ongoing negotiations on Capitol Hill to prevent a government shutdown.
Fed ‘finally got it right’: Adam Johnson on rate cuts
Bullseye American Ingenuity Fund portfolio manager Adam Johnson joins ‘Varney & Co.’ to break down whether the Federal Reserve made the right decision to lower rates.
Scout Motors touts job creation, company growth to 'meet the American moment'
Scout Motors President and CEO Scott Keogh joins 'Mornings with Maria' to discusses reviving the brand and the company's future outlook.
Economics expert says Powell’s surprise move rattles Wall Street: ‘Risk management cut’
Wall Street Journal chief economics correspondent Nick Timiraos on Jerome Powell’s surprise ‘risk management cut,’ why the Fed validated market expectations for more rate cuts, and what it means for mortgage rates, housing, and AI-driven economy.
Gavin Newsom challenger Ethan Penner announces plan for new California tax system
California gubernatorial candidate Ethan Penner makes his case to be the Golden State's next governor on 'Mornings with Maria.'
Families sue Boeing, Honeywell over deadly Air India crash that killed 260 people in June
Families of the deadly June 12 Air India crash are suing Boeing and Honeywell, allegeing that the incident was caused by faulty fuel switches.
Judy Shelton praises Fed for empowering Main Street: ‘It’s about time’
Independent Institute senior fellow Judy Shelton says the Fed’s rate cut is ‘about time,’ arguing it empowers main street, fuels entrepreneurial growth and sets the stage for economic expansion by year's end.
Democrats push big government while GOP fights for fiscal discipline: Rep. Pfluger
Rep. August Pfluger, R-Texas, backs GOP bills to crack down on D.C. crime, cut wasteful spending, sunset Obamacare subsidies, and pushes for a clean continuing resolution on 'Mornings with Maria.'
Social Security chief fires back at Sen. Warren over claims it removed key data from website
U.S. Social Security Administration Commissioner Frank Bisignano pushes back at Sen. Elizabeth Warren's transparency allegations and discusses the threat of insolvency on 'Mornings with Maria.'