Falling gas prices, interest rates fuel GOP optimism about economic turnaround
Rep. Tom Tiffany, R-Wis., joins ‘Mornings with Maria’ to address government shutdown concerns and economic growth.
High-stakes talks ahead as Trump, Netanyahu discuss fragile peace
Rocket scientist Ari Sacher joins ‘Mornings with Maria’ to break down Israel’s overnight strikes on Hezbollah targets, mounting doubts over Gaza peace talks and the growing challenges of disarming Hamas and Hezbollah.
Texas DPS arrests human smuggler in high speed chase
Texas DPS Lt. Christopher Olivarez joins 'Mornings With Maria' to discuss the arrest of a human smuggler following a high-speed chase and share statistics on decreasing border crossings under the Trump administration.
Pentagon warns China military buildup puts US homeland at growing risk
Legal and political strategist Katie Zacharia joins 'Mornings with Maria' to break down rising tensions with China, the Pentagon’s warning on Beijing’s military buildup and President Donald Trump’s strategy on tariffs, trade and global security.
Fears of ISIS resurgence grow amid strikes in Nigeria
Rep. Kat Cammack, R-Fla., joins 'Mornings with Maria' reacting to President Donald Trump's military strikes against ISIS in Nigeria and weighs in on concerns of another government shutdown.
Wall Street eyes strong finish to historic year as Dow and S&P pull back in premarket
Constellation Research founder R. ‘Ray’ Wang joins ‘Mornings with Maria’ to discuss AI-driven market gains, Nvidia’s latest chip deal, the fight for real assets and what investors should watch as 2026 approaches.
Jim Beam suspends flagship distillery production for all of 2026
Fox News chief congressional correspondent Chad Pergram joins ‘Varney & Co.’ to report on Jim Beam’s decision to pause flagship distillery production in 2026 amid falling consumption, tariffs and growing economic concerns in bourbon country.
Trump expands Gen Z outreach through social media and campus engagement
Political commentator Brilyn Hollyhand joins ‘Mornings with Maria’ to discuss growing Gen Z support for President Donald Trump, shifting political priorities among young voters and the role technology and AI play in the future workforce.
Bull market has 'room to run' heading into 2026: Market expert
Morgan Stanley senior vice president of investments Jim Lacamp joins 'Mornings with Maria' to discuss a potential Santa Claus rally, AI-driven market gains and why the outlook for interest rates could shape stocks and housing in 2026.
GOP lawmakers call for fiscal discipline to protect economy
Rep. David Schweikert, R-Ariz., joins ‘Mornings with Maria’ to discuss rising GDP growth, wage gains and how GOP economic policies could ease affordability pressures.
Rep. Russell Fry urges Congress to take ‘back to basics’ approach in budgeting
Rep. Russell Fry, R-S.C., weighs in on the economic state of the U.S. in 2026, the Supreme Court ruling on President Donald Trump’s National Guard deployment to Chicago and more on ‘Mornings with Maria.’
Trump admin sues Gov. Pritzker for restricting immigration arrests
Terrell County Sheriff Thaddeus Cleveland joins 'Mornings with Maria' to discuss a Trump admin lawsuit against Gov. JB Pritzker's restriction of immigration arrests and Texas' efforts to monitor the border.
Trump immigration crackdown hits roadblock as violence against ICE explodes
Former Acting ICE Director Jonathan Fahey joins ‘Mornings with Maria’ to weigh in on the Supreme Court blocking President Donald Trump’s National Guard request and the surge in violent attacks against federal immigration agents.
Republicans weigh second reconciliation bill despite long odds in Congress
Rep. Keith Self, R-Texas, joins ‘Mornings with Maria’ to discuss GOP divisions over a second reconciliation bill, President Donald Trump’s tax agenda and immigration enforcement.
Ex-Florida House Speaker Renner takes on Trump-backed Donalds in governor's race
Former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner joins 'Mornings with Maria' to announce his Florida governor bid, discuss affordability on property taxes and contrast his record with Trump-backed Rep. Byron Donalds.
IRS rolls out Trump accounts with tax-free growth for newborns
U.S. Social Security Administration Commissioner Frank Bisignano joins ‘Mornings with Maria’ to outline how the Trump administration’s tax agenda could deliver record refunds, expand benefits for seniors and improve government services.
Figure Technology announces first blockchain-native IPO on Provenance
Figure co-founder and Executive Chair Mike Cagney discusses his growth strategy, expansion plans and the future of decentralized finance on 'Mornings with Maria.'
FCC announces ban on foreign-made drones over national security concerns
Rep. Rick Crawford, R-Ark., discusses the Trump administration’s ban on foreign-made drones, concerns over Chinese spying and more on ‘Mornings with Maria.’
Trump’s regulatory approach fuels record-breaking oil production, former U.S. energy secretary says
Former U.S. Energy Secretary Dan Brouillette discusses America’s energy outlook as President Donald Trump targets a third sanctioned oil tanker near Venezuela on 'Mornings with Maria.'
Wall Street bets on strong consumer comeback fueled by massive tax refunds
Janney Montgomery Scott Director of Research Chris Marinac joins ‘Mornings with Maria’ to break down the stock market’s year-end rally, banking sector opportunities and why economic growth could remain strong in 2026.