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Fox News Hourly Update: 10PM ET 03/12/2026 – Newscast Summary

Main Theme:
This episode provides an hourly news roundup focusing on domestic terrorism incidents, legal challenges related to religious discrimination in Texas, international terrorism verdicts in Russia, and updates from U.S. political circles. The coverage is brisk and comprehensive, summarizing high-impact news with FOX’s signature tone and urgency.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Detroit Synagogue Attack & Suspect Details

[00:02–00:50]
- DHS releases the name of the suspect responsible for the attack at a synagogue outside Detroit: Aman Mohammed Ghazali, a 41-year-old Lebanese national residing in Dearborn.
- Ghazali entered the U.S. in 2011 as the spouse of a U.S. citizen, becoming a citizen himself in 2016.
- Potential Motive: Family killed in a recent airstrike during the Iran war.
- Attack Details: Ghazali, armed with a rifle, drove his vehicle into the synagogue, which caught fire. He was shot and killed by private security.
- The FBI classifies the incident as a targeted attack against the Jewish community.
Notable Quote:
- “The FBI says the incident is a targeted attack against the Jewish community.” – Lisa Licera [00:50]

2. Old Dominion University ROTC Shooting

[00:50–01:35]
- ROTC students at Old Dominion University subdued and killed a gunman after he opened fire in their classroom, shouting “Allahu Akbar.”
- Victim: Lt. Col. Brandon Shaw, ROTC program leader, veteran, and two-time Bronze Star recipient; killed in the attack, two others wounded.
- Suspect: Mohammed Baylor Jalo, ex-National Guard, previously pled guilty (2016) to attempting to support ISIS, and was released from federal prison in December.
- The FBI is investigating the case as a terrorist act.
Notable Quotes:
- "The person who was killed was a lieutenant colonel by the name of Brandon Shaw. He was a professor of military science and the leader of the university's ROTC program. We're talking about a veteran who earned not one, but two bronze stars." – [Kevin Cork, 01:16]
- “FBI Director Kash Patel says the shooting is being investigated as an act of terrorism.” – Lisa Licera [01:35]

3. Texas Voucher Program & Religious Discrimination Lawsuit

[02:30–03:22]
- Muslim parents from three Islamic private schools are suing Texas leadership for excluding their schools from the state's school voucher program.
- The lawsuits argue discrimination based on religion.
- Governor Abbott's law established the voucher program, and AG Ken Paxton claimed authority to exclude schools tied to terrorists or foreign adversaries—an accusation denied by the Islamic schools involved.
- Plaintiffs maintain their schools meet all eligibility criteria and refute any connection to unlawful activity.
Notable Quote:
- "Those lawsuits argue the Islamic schools blocked from joining the program meet the voucher program's eligibility requirements and have no actual connection to terrorism or unlawful activity." – Angelo Bavaro [03:09]

4. Moscow Concert Hall Attack Verdicts

[03:22–04:05]
- Russian court convicts 19 individuals for a 2024 ISIS-linked terror attack at Crocus City Hall, Moscow.
- Attack killed 149, wounded over 600; attackers armed and set the building ablaze.
- All defendants, including those providing material support, receive lengthy prison terms (minimum 19 years).
- President Putin points finger at Ukraine, which denies involvement.
Notable Quote:
- "A group linked to ISIS claimed responsibility for one of Russia's deadliest ever terror attacks. 149 people were killed, more than 600 wounded…" – Jonathan Savage [03:28]

5. Congressman James Clyburn’s Re-election Bid

[04:05–04:28]
- Long-serving Congressman James Clyburn (South Carolina) announces run for an 18th term.
- At 84, Clyburn outlasts prominent Democrats Pelosi and Hoyer, who are retiring.
Notable Quote:
- "Clyburn among the oldest Democrats serving in Washington and the only member of the last Democratic leadership team who's looking to stick around." – Lisa Licera [04:13]

Memorable Moments & Quotes

FBI confirms synagogue attack as targeted anti-Jewish violence. [00:50]
ROTC students act swiftly, subduing a terrorist and preventing greater tragedy. [00:50–01:35]
Legal fight in Texas highlights ongoing debates about religion and state funding. [02:30–03:22]
Harrowing details of Moscow attack and sweeping sentences for those involved. [03:22–04:05]

Useful Timestamps for Key Segments

Detroit Synagogue Attack: 00:02–00:50
ODU ROTC Shooting: 00:50–01:35
Texas Voucher Program Lawsuits: 02:30–03:22
Moscow Concert Hall Verdict: 03:22–04:05
Rep. James Clyburn Election Announcement: 04:05–04:28

This summary covers the 10PM ET FOX News Hourly Update from March 12, 2026. The episode balances breaking crime stories, legal and political developments, and international news without frills—delivering facts with FOX News’ signature directness and pace.

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The suspect named? I'm Lisa Licera, Fox News. The Department of Homeland Security has released the name of the man authorities say was behind this afternoon's attack at a synagogue outside Detroit.
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Law enforcement sources tell Fox the suspect has been preliminarily identified is Aman Mohammed Ghazali, a 41 year old Lebanese national who lived nearby in Dearborn. He entered the country in 2011 under a immigrant visa as the spouse of a US citizen and then became a US citizen himself in 2016 during the Obama administration. As for a possible motive, sources close to the investigation tell our local Fox affiliate that Ghazali's family in Lebanon was killed in an airstrike this past weekend during the war with Iran.
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Fox's Garrettani in West Bloomfield, Michigan. Authorities say Ghazali was armed with a rifle and drove his vehicle into the synagogue. The the vehicle caught fire. He was shot and killed by private security. The FBI says the incident is a targeted attack against the Jewish community. And the FBI says ROTC students subdued and killed the gunman who yelled Allahu Akbar that opened fire in their classroom at Old Dominion University this afternoon. Their professor was killed.
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The person who was killed was a lieutenant colonel by the name of Brandon Shaw. He was a professor of military science and the leader of the university's ROTC program. We're talking about a veteran who earned not one but two bronze stars. He was killed. Two others were hurt during that shooting at ODU Cox's Kevin Cork.
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The suspect, Mohammed Baylor Jalo, was a former member of the National Guard who pled guilty in 2016 to attempting to provide material support to ISIS. He had been sentenced to 11 years in prison but was released from federal custody in December. FBI Director Kash Patel says the shooting is being investigated as an act of terrorism. America's listening to Fox News.
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[02:31]
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Muslim parents in three private schools are suing Texas leaders for excluding Islamic private schools from participating in the state's voucher program.
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The two federal lawsuits ask the court to block the voucher program. From discriminating on the basis of religion. This comes after Governor Greg Abbott signed a new law creating a statewide program that allows families to use public funds to pay for their children's private school. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton releasing an opinion in January stating his belief the state has the authority to block certain schools from participating in the program if they are, quote, illegally tied to terrorists or foreign adversaries. Those lawsuits argued the Islamic schools blocked from joining the program meet the voucher program's eligibility requirements and have no actual connection to terrorism or unlawful activity. Angelo Bavaro, Fox News.
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19 people have been convicted over the massacre of almost 150 people at a Moscow concert hall.
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A group linked to ISIS claimed responsibility for one of Russia's deadliest ever terror attacks. 149 people were killed, more than 600 wounded when four armed men went on the rampage at the Crocus City hall concert venue in Moscow in March 2024. The attackers then set the building on fire. All 19 defendants were handed long prison terms of at least 19 years. They include the gunmen, along with others from whom they purchased a car and rented an apartment. President Vladimir Putin has accused Ukraine of playing a Kyiv has strongly denied involvement. Jonathan Savage, FOX News.
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Congressman James Clyburn of South Carolina says he'll run for an 18th term. Clyburn among the oldest Democrats serving in Washington and the only member of the last Democratic leadership team who's looking to stick around. Former Speaker Nancy Pelosi and former Majority Leader Steny Hoyer both announced they will retire at the end of their current terms. I'm Lisa Licera. This is FOX News.
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