Fox News Hourly Update – 11AM ET 01/09/2026

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This episode delivers a fast-paced update on breaking national news stories, ranging from the aftermath of a deadly ICE shooting and related protests, to international affairs involving Venezuela and Iran, Supreme Court deliberations, and economic updates. It features input from field reporters, legal analysts, and guest quotes, providing listeners with concise coverage of the hour’s most pressing news.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Minneapolis ICE Shooting & Federal Investigation

• Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Fry’s Stance

  • Mayor Fry urged the Trump administration not to exclude the city from the federal investigation into the ICE-involved shooting, emphasizing transparency and city involvement.
  • Quote: “Don’t shut us out... This is not a time to hide from the facts. This is a time to embrace them.” – Dave Anthony relaying Fry’s message (00:03–00:17)
  • Fry is vehemently opposed to ICE’s presence, stating they are “clearly driving crime up.” (Legal Analyst, 00:24)

• ICE Watch Activism

  • The woman killed was part of an “ICE Watch group” opposing federal immigration enforcement.
  • Alexis McAdams explains that the group is trained to interfere with ongoing ICE operations. (00:41)

• Federal & Local Tensions

  • The FBI, leading the investigation, stated that the state’s help is unnecessary because it is a federal matter. (00:26–00:38)

2. Related Protests in Portland, Oregon

• Similar protest activity in Portland led to a shooting; two people hospitalized. Homeland Security claims self-defense, alleging suspects with gang ties attempted to attack a Border Patrol agent. (01:00)

3. International News

• Venezuela Oil Industry

  • U.S. military seized another oil tanker in the Caribbean.
  • President Trump is meeting oil executives to discuss rebuilding Venezuela’s oil infrastructure following the capture of Nicolas Maduro.
  • Quote: “They’re going to rebuild the whole oil infrastructure. They’re going to spend at least $100 billion.” – Sean Hannity, describing Trump’s plan (01:27)

• Iran Protests

  • Trump threatens strong action against Iran if regime cracks down on protestors.
  • Quote: “People without any weapons whatsoever are standing there and you have machine guns gunning them down or... take them to prisons and then hang them and kill them.” – Sean Hannity, voicing condemnation of Iran’s regime (01:40)

4. Economic Update

• Unemployment rate fell from a 4-year high to 4.4%, though hiring was sluggish (50,000 jobs created).
• This spurred a positive reaction on Wall Street: Dow up 134, Nasdaq up 130. (01:48, 03:55)

5. Supreme Court & Legal News

• While the anticipated ruling on tariffs was not issued, the Supreme Court released a decision related to prisoners’ rights and death penalty cases. (02:04–02:58)
• Over 1,000 businesses are filing claims for refunds related to tariffs gathered under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEPA).
• Quote: “Roughly 133 and a half billion dollars have been collected... more than 1,000 businesses have filed claims.” – Lydia Hu, Fox Business Network (02:37)

6. New York City Murder Case

• The high-profile federal murder case against Luigi Mangione for the shooting death of Brian Thompson (UnitedHealthcare CEO) is underway.
• Mangione’s attorneys argue that the most serious charges and the death penalty should be dismissed, contending that the predicate crime (interstate stalking) does not legally constitute a crime of violence.
• Quote: “The crux of the argument is really about count three, murder with a firearm, and count four... Mangione’s lawyers argue that stalking does not constitute a crime of violence and this case should be dismissed.” – Legal Analyst (03:14)

7. Sports Update

• College football playoffs: Indiana vs. Oregon, winner to face Miami in the national championship. (03:55)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Mayor Fry’s Plea for Transparency (00:03–00:17):
  “Don’t shut us out... This is not a time to hide from the facts. This is a time to embrace them.” (Dave Anthony, relaying Fry’s message)

• ICE Criticism (00:24):
  "They are clearly driving crime up." (Legal Analyst)

• Venezuela Rebuild Plan (01:27):
  “They’re going to rebuild the whole oil infrastructure. They’re going to spend at least $100 billion.” (Sean Hannity)

• Condemnation of Regime Violence in Iran (01:40):
  "People without any weapons whatsoever are standing there and you have machine guns gunning them down or... take them to prisons and then hang them and kill them." (Sean Hannity)

• Tariff Refund Surge (02:37):
  “Roughly 133 and a half billion dollars have been collected... more than 1,000 businesses have filed claims.” (Lydia Hu)

• Legal Nuance in NYC Murder Case (03:14):
  "Mangione’s lawyers argue that stalking does not constitute a crime of violence and this case should be dismissed.” (Legal Analyst)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• ICE Shooting in Minneapolis & Mayor’s Response: 00:03–00:26
• ICE Watch Activism & FBI Statement: 00:41
• Portland Shooting & Protest: 01:00
• Venezuela Oil Meeting & Trump Quote: 01:27
• Iran Protests & Hannity Quote: 01:40
• Unemployment/Jobs Report: 01:48
• Supreme Court/IEPA Tariff Refunds: 02:04–02:58
• NYC Federal Murder Case Legal Debate: 03:14
• Wall Street & Sports Update: 03:55

Summary

This Fox News Hourly Update covers critical developments around the ICE shooting and ensuing federal-local friction, fresh incidents of protest violence, significant moves by the Trump administration on Venezuela and Iran, and top legal and economic updates. The episode is marked by robust, news-driven exchanges and pointed commentary, channeling the urgency and directness characteristic of Fox News reporting.