The Fox News Rundown

From Washington: Congress Breaks for Midterms Leaving Major Issues Unanswered

September 19, 2026·31 min
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As Congress enters an early recess ahead of the midterm elections, artificial intelligence safety dominated the conversation on Capitol Hill following dire warnings from industry experts. FOX News Chief Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram breaks down the heated debate over AI regulation, including Louisiana Senator John Kennedy’s blocked "kill switch" legislation, alongside stalled crypto reform, new sanctions on Russia and Iran, and the legal chaos surrounding redrawn district maps. Later, University of Arkansas head basketball coach John Calipari discusses the Protect College Sports Act, sharing why federal guardrails are urgently needed to reform NIL rules, manage transfer portal turmoil, and safeguard scholarship opportunities for young high school athletes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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