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From Washington: Platner, McConnell, and More D.C. Chaos
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- The Fox News Rundown
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- Jul 11, 2026
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- 1885
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Summary
With Maine Senate hopeful Graham Platner ending his campaign amid numerous sexual assault allegations, Democrats are in a high-stakes scramble to find a replacement capable of unseating longtime incumbent Republican Susan Collins. FOX News Chief Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram joins the Rundown to break down the battle for this critical seat and the intensifying legislative gridlock fueled by President Trump’s insistence on the SAVE Act. Later, FOX Business White House Correspondent Edward Lawrence examines the state of the economy as volatile gas prices shift and retail giants Walmart and Sam’s Club introduce sweeping summer price cuts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices