10AM ET 08/04/2026 Newscast

Summary

Fox News Hourly Update: 10AM ET 08/04/2026 – Summary

Overview:
This episode delivers a rapid-fire summary of the latest headlines from politics, national security, financial markets, public health, and sports as of August 4, 2026. The focus is on major legislative moves in Washington, heightened tensions and cyberattacks involving Iran, the U.S. stock market’s surge, a deadly foodborne illness outbreak, nationwide community policing events, and record-breaking NFL news.

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Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Justice Department & Attorney General Nomination

(00:03–00:56)

• Update on Todd Blanche's Nomination: The Senate Judiciary Committee, led by Republicans, intends to advance acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s nomination to a full Senate vote.
• Controversial Fund Issue:
  • Some GOP senators had withheld support over the “anti weaponization fund” in a Trump-era IRS settlement, fearing payouts to those linked to January 6th.
  • Blanche agreed to formally rescind this fund, paving the way for GOP backing.
  • Quote: “Chairman Chuck Grassley and other GOP senators plan to vote to advance Blanche's nomination... including two Republicans who had refused to vote yes until Blanche formally rescinded the anti weaponization fund...” (A, 00:17)
• Democratic Concerns Persist:
  • Senator Dick Durbin warns that parties might still sue to enforce the agreement and that the fund could be revived easily.
  • Quote: “The parties could still sue to enforce the agreement. And the cop Beaters fund can easily be revived with a new order from the Department of Justice. Fifteen minutes after Mr. Blanche is confirmed as attorney general.” (B, 00:43)

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2. Stock Market Rally & Energy Geopolitics

(00:56–01:33, 01:58–02:36)

• Wall Street Surge:
  • The Dow climbs over 500 points to an all-time high, with the surge explained by another drop in oil prices.
  • Quote: “The Dow is up more than 500 points… it hit a new all time high this morning as prices for oil fall again more than 5%…” (A, 00:56)
• Oil Price Drop Linked to Iran Strait of Hormuz Developments:
  • Treasury Secretary Scott Bessen hints at an imminent deal to guarantee free shipping through Hormuz.
  • Despite ongoing ship attacks, Iran claims it isn’t holding direct talks with the U.S.
  • Quote: “Reports indicate Iran and Oman are nearing a deal regarding control of the Strait of Hormuz and splitting service fees between them… not clear if these terms would be acceptable to the Trump administration…” (C, 01:17)
• Further Economic Details:
  • The rally is the second consecutive day of record highs for the Dow and S&P 500.
  • Oil prices: WTI at $76/barrel, Brent below $80. Gas prices remain high.

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3. Iran-Linked Cyber Attacks on U.S. Infrastructure

(01:33–01:58)

• Water Systems Targeted:
  • Minnesota reports cyberattacks on roughly 30 water systems; Michigan, nine incidents; in total, seven states affected.
  • FBI issues warnings about Iranian-affiliated groups targeting Internet-connected industrial controls, focusing on water and wastewater facilities.
  • Quote: “The FBI has warned that Iranian affiliated cyber actors are targeting Internet connected industrial control systems used by US Critical infrastructure, including water and wastewater facilities.” (D, 01:53)

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4. Cyclospora Outbreak Turns Deadly

(02:36–03:15)

• Illness Impact:
  • Michigan sees the first two deaths from a cyclospiriasis outbreak, compounded by patients’ pre-existing conditions.
  • Over 18,000 sickened nationwide, nearly 100 hospitalized.
  • Source traced to tainted lettuce from Mexico, served at Taco Bell locations in nine states.
  • Quote: “The cyclospora outbreak, which has been blamed on tainted produce, has sickened more than 18,000 people and put nearly 100 in the hospital.” (E, 02:54)

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5. National Night Out Community Events

(03:15–03:45)

• Description:
  • Americans nationwide participate in National Night Out, an annual event (every first Tuesday in August) designed to foster community-police relationships.
  • Activities include block parties, cookouts, and safety demonstrations—now in its 42nd year.
  • Quote: “National Night out was created 42 years ago as a way to promote community involvement and crime prevention.” (F, 03:40)

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6. NFL Update – Bijan Robinson’s Historic Contract

(03:45–end)

• Sports Headline:
  • Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson secures a $51 million guaranteed contract extension—the largest ever for an NFL running back.

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Notable Quotes & Moments

• Senator Dick Durbin on DOJ Fund:
  “The cop Beaters fund can easily be revived with a new order from the Department of Justice.” (B, 00:47)

• Stock Market Surges:
  “The Dow hit a new all time high this morning. It's now up 605 points. The NASDAQ is gaining $3.54. The S&P 500, which also hit a record high, is adding 63 points right now.” (A, 01:58)

• Health Warning:
  “Lettuce imported from Mexico served at Taco Bell locations in nine states, has been identified as one source of the outbreak, according to the Centers for Disease Control.” (E, 03:08)

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Timestamps for Important Segments

• Todd Blanche nomination & DOJ dispute: 00:03–00:56
• Iran, Hormuz shipping deals, & oil prices: 00:56–01:33
• Cyberattacks on U.S. infrastructure: 01:33–01:58
• Stock market and oil price updates: 01:58–02:36
• Cyclospora deaths & outbreak source: 02:36–03:15
• National Night Out events across U.S.: 03:15–03:45
• Bijan Robinson contract extension (NFL): 03:45–end

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Tone & Style

Succinct and factual with emphasis on headlines, typical of Fox News’ breaking radio updates. The reporting is brisk, direct, and focused on major developments without analysis or editorializing.

Transcript

[A]

The acting attorney general may soon get a thumbs up. I'm Dave Anthony, Fox News. From the Republican led Senate Judiciary Committee, Todd Blanche's Justice Department has reprioritized the safety of Americans after the Biden administration opened borders to violent criminals. So Chairman Chuck Grassley and other GOP senators plan to vote to advance Blanche's nomination to be the full time AG to the full Senate, including two Republicans who had refused to vote yes until Blanche formally rescinded the anti weaponization fund that was part of the Trump IRS tax settlement to compensate those claiming to be political targets of the Biden Justice Department concern it could pay January 6th rioters. Well, Democratic Senator Dick Durbin is still

[B]

worried the parties could still sue to enforce the agreement. And the cop Beaters fund can easily be revived with a new order from the Department of Justice. Fifteen minutes after Mr. Blanche is confirmed as attorney general.

[A]

There is another stock market surge this morning. The Dow is is up more than 500 points. It hit a new all time high this morning as prices for oil fall again more than 5% with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessen saying today there could be a deal by tomorrow to get Iran to agree to allow shipping to flow freely through the Strait of Hormuz. However, two more ships reportedly attacked today in Iran and says it's not holding

[C]

Talks with the U.S. reports indicate Iran and Oman are nearing a deal regarding control of the Strait of Hormuz and splitting service fees between them. It's not clear if these terms would be acceptable to the Trump administration that has maintained zero fees should be charged in this international waterway.

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Fox's Trey Yings there's also growing concern Iran could be cyber attacking us Minnesota

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has reported attacks on roughly 30 water systems while Michigan has confirmed nine incidents, seven states in total. The FBI has warned that Iranian affiliated cyber actors are targeting Internet connected industrial control systems used by US Critical infrastructure, including water and wastewater facilities.

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Jennifer Griffin, America is listening to. Well back to Wall Street. We mentioned the big stock market surge the second day in a row. The Dow hit a new all time high this morning. It's now up 605 points. The NASDAQ is gaining $3.54. The S&P 500, which also hit a record high, is adding 63 points right now. As for oil, WTI down more than 5%, back to $76 a barrel. Brent crude is now under 80 at the gas pump, a one penny decline. AAA's national average for regular 400. And that's still well over a dollar more than before the Iran conflict. That nasty cyclospiriasis outbreak giving thousands of people diarrhea and other ailments has turned deadly. For the first time, two died in the state hardest hit, Michigan.

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The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said both patients had underlying health conditions that may have been worsened by the intestinal illness and dehydration. The cyclospora outbreak, which has been blamed on tainted produce, has sickened more than 18,000 people and put nearly 100 in the hospital. Lettuce imported from Mexico served at Taco Bell locations in nine states, has been identified as one source of the outbreak, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Jack Callahan, FOX News A lot of

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Americans have plans tonight.

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Families and first responders coming together tonight across the country for National Night out events held every first Tuesday in August, with neighborhoods hosting block parties, cookouts, safety demonstrations and other activities, all designed to strengthen relationships between communities and local law enforcement agencies. National Night out was created 42 years ago as a way to promote community involvement and crime prevention. Jeff Manasso, FOX News.

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In the NFL, Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson has reportedly earned a $51 million guaranteed contract extension, which would be the biggest contract for running back ever. I'm Dave Anthony and this is FOX.