IRS hands workers bigger tax break for business expenses in 2026
Gig workers get a tax break with higher mileage rates for 2026. The IRS increased business driving deductions to 72.5 cents per mile from last year.
US fusion strategy stuck in past as China moves ahead, CEO warns
The U.S. faces a potential "Sputnik moment" as China accelerates fusion energy development, Commonwealth Fusion Systems CEO Bob Mumgaard tells FOX Business.
Luxury retail giant Saks weighs bankruptcy filing, report
Luxury retailer Saks reportedly faces potential bankruptcy as parent company weighs Chapter 11 filing amid $100+ million debt payment due in December.
GOP lawmaker expects that it will take additional force to disarm Hamas
Rep. Darrell Issa, R-Calif., joins 'Varney & Co.' to weigh in on President Donald Trump's warning to Hamas to disarm, California dropping its suit regarding the high-speed rail project and the state's proposed billionaires tax.
China’s fusion energy push raises national security stakes for the US, CEO says
Commonwealth Fusion Systems CEO Bob Mumgaard says the global race for fusion energy is accelerating and could have lasting implications for U.S. energy leadership.
Trump administration pushes national AI standard to keep US ahead of China
Energy Fair Trade Coalition executive director Bret Manley joins ‘Mornings with Maria’ to explain why energy production, capital markets and regulation will decide whether the U.S. can beat China in the global A.I. race.
Product recalls surge in 2025: Here are the top 10 products consumers were warned about
Here’s a look at the 10 most significant product recalls announced by the Consumer Product Safety Commission this year, affecting millions of consumers nationwide.
California abandons legal battle to restore $4B in federal funding for long-delayed high-speed rail project
California's high-speed rail project faces an uncertain future as the state abandons a federal lawsuit and turns to private funding options.
Stock up now on these items before prices jump in early 2026, Wells Fargo says
Retail experts say now is the time to buy goods before prices rise as tariff-related costs could be passed along to consumers in the new year.
Obama, Biden admins' climate rules were 'designed to kill' energy infrastructure,' says former Trump official
Former Energy Secretary Dan Brouillette breaks down the benefits and risks of offshore wind farms as Democratic governors fight Trump administration efforts, emergency orders to keep Indiana coal plants running and more on 'Varney & Co.'
National gas prices hit lowest level since March 2021
GasBuddy Head of Petroleum Analysis Patrick De Haan discusses the latest national gas price average, with multiple states seeing prices below $2 per gallon and the factors driving the recent decline on 'Varney & Co.'
Ford shatters decade-old recall record with 152 safety alerts issued this year alone across multiple models
Ford is breaking records for all the wrong reasons. It's had 152 recalls in 2025, eclipsing a decade-old industry high. Quality issues plague millions of vehicles.
$400k shipment of live lobsters hijacked en route to Midwest Costco locations
The FBI is investigating the theft of a $400,000 lobster delivery bound for Costco locations in Illinois and Minnesota that was allegedly hijacked.
Jack in the Box shut down more than 70 stores with more expected by year's end over financial struggles
Jack in the Box is closing dozens of restaurants as part of a major cost-cutting plan, with 72 locations shuttered so far and more expected in the near future.
Holiday barks sold at Aldi recalled over potential undeclared pecans, wheat: FDA
Silvestri Sweets recalled Choceur-branded holiday bark sold at Aldi stores after a packaging mix-up led to undeclared allergens in the popular treats.
Where you can shop for your last-minute Christmas needs
Need last-minute holiday essentials? Find out which major retailers like Target have modified hours on Christmas Eve and will close for the holiday.
Ex-Toys'R'Us CEO downplays fear mongering over tariffs: ‘The sky is not falling’
Storch Advisors CEO Gerald Storch joins 'Varney & Co.' to discuss consumer resiliency during the holiday season and how retailers have dealt with the impact from tariffs.
This is going to be another 'failed experiment' by the Democratic Socialists: Lou Basenese
'The Big Money Show' panel weighs in on Minnesota AG Keith Ellison's remarks regarding the blame for car theft.
NFL stars help Raising Cane's impact children across America with biggest bike giveaway to date
The sixth annual Raising Cane's holiday bike giveaway saw a star-studded lineup of surprise guests including A.J. Brown, Tee Higgins and many more helping impact children nationwide.
National Retail Federation chief says 2025 holiday season to top $1 trillion in sales
National Retail Federation President and CEO Matt Shay discusses holiday season sales expectations, buy now pay later trends and how retailers are handling the impact from tariffs on 'Varney & Co.'



















