California high-speed rail project soars to $231B: 'Worst public infrastructure failure in US history'
California lawmakers demand the state's high-speed rail project be abandoned after projected costs surge by more than 700% past original estimates.
White House backs major fraud bust as FBI raids stretch across Minnesota
‘The Big Money Show’ panel sounds off on the FBI’s sweeping Minnesota fraud raids, slams Gov. Tim Walz’s response and warns of billions in taxpayer waste.
Joel Pollak reveals 'only hope' for GOP victory in California gubernatorial elections
California Post opinion editor Joel Pollak discusses the California gubernatorial race, a report that billions in wealth have fled the state and calls to abandon the high-speed rail project on 'Varney & Co.'
Gas prices soar to highest point so far during unsettled conflict with Iran
The AAA national average price for regular gas has risen to a whopping $4.229, the highest point so far amid the still unresolved war between the U.S. and Iran.
Global markets are 'looking through' this oil crisis right now: Ryan Payne
A 'Mornings with Maria' panel assesses the oil markets amid the conflict with Iran, Jamie Dimon's warning of risks in the credit and debt markets and earnings season.
Maine joins blue-state millionaire tax club as critics warn the new surcharge punishes local economy
Maine joins other high-tax blue states as Gov. Janet Mills signs a new millionaire tax surcharge, drawing warnings it will stifle investment and hurt businesses.
King Charles has emerged as 'tremendous' leader on the world stage: Ex-Thatcher advisor says
Former Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher advisor Nile Gardiner discusses King Charles III's remarks on the U.K.-U.S. relationship as well as America's role in NATO on 'Varney & Co.'
Jerome Powell showed he's not the leader America needs at the Fed: Judy Shelton
Economist Judy Shelton discusses Fed uncertainty, Jerome Powell’s leadership and rising economic pessimism on ‘Varney & Co.’
It's 'really hard' to bet against US economy: Frances Donald
RBC chief economist Frances Donald discusses her April 2026 forecast for U.S. GDP and inflation risks, the health of the labor market and consumer spending patterns contributing to a bifurcated economy on 'Making Money.'
Kevin Warsh moves one step closer to becoming next Fed chair
Kevin Warsh moves closer to replacing Jerome Powell as Fed chair after the Senate Banking Committee voted to advance his nomination to the full Senate.
Rand Paul on Government Accountability Office report findings: 'This seems to go on year after year'
Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., discusses a report on improper payments made by the federal government in fiscal year 2025, his bill to authorize White House ballroom construction, and the indictment of a former Fauci advisor on 'Varney & Co.'
NYC Mayor Mamdani pushes new business tax as budget crisis spirals out of control
FOX Business' Gerri Willis reports NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani is pushing new taxes on businesses and the wealthy to close a growing budget gap.
John Catsimatidis warns Mayor Mamdani over economic policies: ‘Edge of disaster’
Gristedes CEO John Catsimatidis joins 'Varney & Co.' to warn New York City, slam socialist-style policies, and urge Mayor Mamdani to embrace common sense to protect the middle class and small businesses.
UFC, Bud Light team up to make already highly anticipated summer of fights that much better: 'A fan delight'
UFC unveiled its Bud Light Summer Series, beginning in Newark and expanding nationwide, setting the stage for one of the promotion’s biggest summers ever.
Work more, lose less? New bill aims to end Social Security penalty
A proposed bill from Sen. Rick Scott and Rep. Greg Murphy would let Social Security beneficiaries work without having their benefits reduced.
US races to secure antimony as China’s rare earth industry raises defense concerns
Americas Gold and Silver Corp Chairman and CEO Paul Andre Huet discusses expanding antimony production for U.S. defense systems, reducing reliance on foreign adversaries and scaling operations at the Galena Complex on ‘Mornings with Maria.’
GOP leaders race to avoid shutdown fallout as security agencies face pay freeze
Rep. Rick Crawford, R-Ark., joins 'Mornings with Maria' to sound the alarm on unpaid DHS workers, slam the Senate filibuster fight over funding and weigh in on national security concerns from AI policy to SNAP reform.
Trump needs to keep pressure on Iran, put ‘nation at risk’: Lt. Gen. Keith Kellogg
American Security at AFPI co-Chair Lt. Gen. Keith Kellogg (ret.) discusses President Donald Trump’s Strait of Hormuz blockade, cyber threats targeting U.S. troops and Ukraine’s latest strike on Russia’s energy infrastructure on ‘Mornings with Maria.’
Congressman calls on Congress to pass reconciliation bill without Democrats, warns 'time is running out'
Rep. Andy Barr, R-Ky., discusses GOP gridlock on FISA and DHS funding, security concerns after the third assassination attempt of President Donald Trump and China’s role in AI policy talks on ‘Mornings with Maria.’
Purdue Pharma sentenced to $5.5B in opioid criminal case
Purdue Pharma, the OxyContin manufacturer, was sentenced in federal court and ordered to pay $5.5 billion for its role in fueling the opioid epidemic.