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Fox News Hourly Update – 10PM ET 07/13/2026 Newscast

Host: Lisa Lucera (FOX News Podcasts)
Date: July 14, 2026

Episode Overview

This fast-paced newscast delivers a roundup of major domestic and international events from July 13, 2026. Topics include further attacks in the Strait of Hormuz and U.S. response; political updates following Senator Lindsey Graham's death; a federal judge’s ruling in President Trump’s IRS lawsuit; legal challenges to a major media merger; efforts to prevent healthcare fraud; revival of lawsuits linking Tylenol to autism; and new calls for children’s social media restrictions in Europe.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Strait of Hormuz Attack and U.S. Response

[00:03] Reports from the UAE confirm two tankers attacked, resulting in one death and eight injuries. Bahrain authorities note missile strikes following recent aggression towards Iran.
[00:20] President Donald Trump addresses the incident:
- Plans for a further U.S. attack that night.
- Claims ongoing negotiations, referencing longstanding U.S.-Iran tensions:
  
  "They've been negotiating for 47 years, but nobody's ever hit." (Donald Trump, [00:24])
- Announces U.S. plans to assume control over the Strait of Hormuz and demand compensation from benefiting countries.

2. Political Update: Lindsey Graham’s Senate Seat

[00:33] Lisa Lucera announces Darlene Graham Nordone, late Senator Lindsey Graham’s sister, as interim senator for South Carolina.
[00:44] Darlene Graham Nordone offers remarks on her appointment:

"It is such an honor. Lindsay has always been there for me and now I will be there for him." (Darlene Graham Nordone, [00:47])
She will serve until a special election in August.
Lindsey Graham’s sudden death over the weekend at age 71 is noted.

3. Federal Judge Tosses Trump IRS Lawsuit

[01:10] Judge Kathleen Williams of Florida dismisses Trump’s suit against the IRS, criticizing it as filed “for improper purposes.”
- Recommends sanctions and disciplinary action for attorneys.
Notably, the lawsuit related to leaks of Trump’s tax returns, with an earlier settlement involving a now-abandoned compensation fund.

4. Legal Challenge to Paramount–Warner Brothers Discovery Merger

[01:46] Twelve states file suit to block Paramount’s acquisition of Warner Brothers Discovery, arguing the merger would harm market competition.

5. Efforts to Combat ACA Marketplace Fraud

[02:53] The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) receive new recommendations after a GAO report found “at least 160,000 unauthorized changes” to ACA health plans in the last year.
[02:57] Jessica Brosenthal details the schemes:
- Agents and brokers, motivated by commissions, forged documentation and shared credentials.
GAO recommends agents must send a one-time passcode to consumers before amending their healthcare plans:

“Consent documentation from consumers can easily be forged and… agents and brokers are still sharing their credentials.” (Jessica Brosenthal, [03:08])

6. Tylenol-Autism Lawsuits Revived

[03:39] The federal appeals court in Manhattan allows over 500 lawsuits to proceed against Tylenol maker Kenvue.
[03:42] Ginny Casola explains:
- Plaintiffs claim using Tylenol during pregnancy causes autism and ADHD.
- The district judge erred by omitting expert testimony in the earlier dismissal.
- Medical authorities and the company maintain there is no firm evidence of such links:
  
  “Doctors and medical societies consider acetaminophen… the preferred treatment for pain and fever during pregnancy.” (Ginny Casola, [04:02])

7. EU Moves Toward Restricting Kids’ Social Media Access

[04:17] Top EU officials propose limiting access for children under 13 until platforms are proven safe by tech companies.
[04:31] European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen suggests phased access based on age, likening it to restrictions on driving and alcohol.

Notable Moments & Quotes

President Trump’s stark commentary:

"They've been negotiating for 47 years, but nobody's ever hit." (Donald Trump, [00:24])
Darlene Graham Nordone on family legacy:

“It is such an honor. Lindsay has always been there for me and now I will be there for him.” (Darlene Graham Nordone, [00:47])
Judge Williams’ rebuke:

“…filed for improper purposes... recommending sanctions and disciplinary action…” ([01:18])
Jessica Brosenthal on healthcare fraud vulnerabilities:

“Consent documentation from consumers can easily be forged…” ([03:08])
Ginny Casola on medical consensus:

“Doctors and medical societies consider acetaminophen, the active ingredient in Tylenol, the preferred treatment for pain and fever during pregnancy.” ([04:02])

Timestamps for Important Segments

[00:03] – Strait of Hormuz attacks and U.S. reaction
[00:33] – Darlene Graham Nordone sworn in temporarily for Senate
[01:10] – Federal judge throws out Trump IRS lawsuit
[01:46] – Paramount–Warner Brothers Discovery merger challenge
[02:53] – Measures to combat ACA marketplace fraud
[03:39] – Tylenol-autism litigation revived
[04:17] – EU proposes restricting under-13 access to social media

This episode covers a mix of breaking geopolitical events, political reshuffling, legal rulings, emerging healthcare policy, consumer protection, and European technology policy—all delivered in FOX News’ signature rapid-fire, fact-focused newscast style.

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[00:03]
Lisa Lucera
Two tankers attacked in the Strait of Hormuz. I'm Lisa Lucera, FOX News. The UAE says one person was killed, eight others hurt in the attack, while authorities in Bahrain are also reporting missile strikes following a new round of attacks on Iran. From the US President Trump spoke about it from the White House this afternoon.
[00:21]
Donald Trump
We're doing another major attack tonight. They want to make a deal. They came back. We made a deal two days ago. And they want to make a deal. They've been negotiating for 47 years, but nobody's ever hit.
[00:33]
Lisa Lucera
The president said the US will take over the strait and be compensated by countries who use it. Darlene Graham, Nordone, the sister of late Senator Lindsey Graham, will serve in her brother's Senate seat temporarily.
[00:44]
Darlene Graham Nordone
I want to thank the governor for selecting me to serve the remainder of Lindsey's term. It is such an honor. Lindsay has always been there for me and now I will be there for him.
[00:57]
Lisa Lucera
Darlene Graham Nordone will serve until August when the state holds a special election to select a new nominee. Lindsey Graham died unexpectedly over the weekend. He was 71. A federal judge has tossed a lawsuit President Trump filed against the irs.
[01:11]
Judge Kathleen Williams
Judge Kathleen Williams not only ruled a lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service was filed for improper purposes, but she also is recommending sanctions and disciplinary action for attorneys involved. President Trump sued the IRS over his leaked tax returns, a suit that was settled in May with the creation of a since abandoned Justice Department compensation fund and immunity for ongoing tax audits. But Judge Williams says since President Trump controls the actions of both the IRS and Justice Department litigation strategy, he improperly employed the lawsuit to justify a particular award in the matter.
[01:47]
Lisa Lucera
Fox's Jarrett Halpern at the White House 12 states challenged Paramount's takeover of Warner Brothers discovery, saying the merger would extinguish competition. America is listening to FOX News.
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Lisa Lucera
the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services in an effort to stop fraud last
[02:58]
Jessica Brosenthal
year, the Government accountability office, or GAO, found at least 1 and 60,000 unauthorized changes had been made to ACA health plans in the federal marketplace. In this GAO report, they focused on the agents and brokers who sign people up for health care plans, finding that while the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services ensures agents and brokers are licensed, this doesn't stop bad actors from abusing the system as they're the ones making commissions. The GAO found consent documentation from consumers can easily be forged and that agents and brokers are still sharing their credentials. One recommendation is that agents be required to send someone a one time passcode before making any changes to their health plans. Jessica Brosenthal, Fox News Some private lawsuits
[03:39]
Lisa Lucera
linking Tylenol to autism will go forward.
[03:42]
Ginny Casola
A federal appeals court in Manhattan has revived more than 500 private lawsuits against Tylenol maker Kenview. Parents and guardians sued claiming Tylenol use in pregnancy could cause autism and attention hyperactivity disorder in children. The appeals judge says a district judge improperly excluded testimony from expert witnesses. The lawsuits were dismissed in December of 2024. Doctors and medical societies consider acetaminophen, the active ingredient in Tylenol, the preferred treatment for pain and fever during pregnancy.
[04:18]
Lisa Lucera
Fox's Ginny Casola can view has long maintained the use of Tylenol as safe and says there's no firm scientific evidence of such a link. A top European Union official is calling for limits on children using social media. Special EU panel recommended restricting access for kids under 13 until tech companies prove their platforms are safe. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen suggested phased access for different age ranges, comparing it to age restrictions for driving or alcohol use. I'm Lisa Lucera. This is Fox News.
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