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Why did President Trump return to the White House early and what is the White House’s response?
Returning to Washington, I'm Deborah Valentine, Fox News. President Trump arriving back at the White House earlier than scheduled. He was supposed to return from his weekend trip to Camp David on Sunday. No word yet from the White House on why President Trump's visit was cut short. The State Department issuing a new security alert Saturday advising Americans currently in the Middle East to exercise heightened vigilance and prepare for potential travel disruptions. The president's early arrival comes as Saudi Arabia confirms it intercepted a ballistic missile fired by Yemen's Houthi rebels targeting the capital city of Raida. The thwarted morning strike marks a major escalation in the regional conflict.
The Iran-backed Houthis also targeted critical oil facilities, sparking immediate concerns across global shipping corridors. There were protesters outside Lincoln Financial Center in Philadelphia where Ed Sheeran was performing his first show since dropping rapper Macklemore from the bill. Demonstrators were calling for support of Palestinians.
What sparked the protests outside Ed Sheeran’s Philadelphia concert and how did the artist respond?
When Sheeran hit the stage, he showed support for Gaza, saying what's happening is catastrophic and unjustifiable. Meanwhile, fans at the stadium were outside ahead of the show, not caring about the controversy over Macklemore.
We're here to listen to music. I kind of like his view on just sticking to the music. I mean, that's what everyone comes together for. That's what we're all here to hear is just his music. Obviously, we thought about it, but it wasn't anything that was going to deter us from coming. I'm here for the music and not anything else.
Sharon has been saying the decision to pull Macklemore from the show's lineup was not his. He blamed his tour promoter as well as stadium owner Robert Kraft.
How did the U.S. military justify the Caribbean vessel strike and what were the casualties?
The U.S. military says it struck a vessel in the Caribbean for allegedly trafficking drugs. At least four people were reportedly killed in that strike. In college football, LSU coach Lane Kiffin loses to his former team as eighth-ranked Ole Miss beats No. 7 Tigers 32-24. America's listening to Fox
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With less than two months to go until the midterm elections, Democrats are honing in on affordability in their effort to attract voters and secure majorities in both the House and the Senate.
Some Republicans are frank about the party's prospects this fall. Democrats are stumping on the cost of living. Republicans are touting last year's big, beautiful bill.
How are Democrats and Republicans positioning affordability ahead of the 2026 midterm elections?
But some Republicans say voters ask, what have you done for me lately? There's doubt about a cohesive message from either party. But another issue
is
emerging. GOP Ohio Senator John Husted tried to pass legislation controlling utility rates for those living close to data centers, redirecting the expenses to big tech. But Democrats blocked that. Husted is vulnerable this fall. Republicans believe that Democrats thwarting the bill actually helps them make the case about affordability. On Capitol Hill, Chad Pergram, Fox News.
President Donald Trump has announced that all 50 states will participate in a Medicaid program that's designed to lower the cost of certain prescription drugs. Fox's Madeline Rivera has the latest.
What is President Trump’s new Medicaid drug‑pricing program and how could it save billions?
With affordability front and center in the midterms, President Trump says his administration is extending most favored nation drug pricing to every Medicaid program in the country. And he says all 50 states want to join in. The president has made prescription drug pricing a core part of his agenda. He's taken aim at drug manufacturers who he says mark up prices for Americans to fund their profits and subsidize low drug costs in other countries. Earlier this year, the administration released the generous model which lowers Medicaid prescription drug costs by matching international price standards. The White House estimates the initiative could unlock $65 billion in Medicaid drug savings over the next decade.
The White House says that the administration has reached agreements with 26 of the world's largest drug manufacturers. I'm Deborah Valentine. This is Fox News.
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Chapters
5 chapters
1
Why did President Trump return to the White House early and what is the White House’s response?
0:02–1:01
2
What sparked the protests outside Ed Sheeran’s Philadelphia concert and how did the artist respond?
1:01–1:36
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How did the U.S. military justify the Caribbean vessel strike and what were the casualties?
1:36–2:21
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How are Democrats and Republicans positioning affordability ahead of the 2026 midterm elections?
2:21–3:05
5
What is President Trump’s new Medicaid drug‑pricing program and how could it save billions?
3:05–3:56