Fox News Hourly Update – 11AM ET 01/22/2026

Episode Overview

This Fox News Radio newscast delivers the latest updates on key developments in U.S. politics, world affairs, legal investigations, and entertainment, as well as a snapshot of economic news. The segment is fast-paced and covers ongoing stories about former President Trump, international diplomacy, breaking legal outcomes, new economic data, and the latest Oscar nominations.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Congressional Testimony of Jack Smith on Trump Investigations

[00:08–00:38]

• Jack Smith, the former special counsel, testifies in the House regarding his investigations into President Trump:
  • Smith asserts that there was “proof beyond a reasonable doubt that President Trump engaged in criminal activity.” (Jack Smith, 00:08)
  • He details Trump’s alleged “criminal scheme to overturn the [2020 election] results” and the subsequent indictment regarding mishandling classified documents and obstruction of justice.
• Republican response:
  • Republicans contend the investigations were politically motivated, highlighting that Attorney General Garland appointed Smith shortly after Trump announced his 2024 presidential run.
  • June Jordan (Committee Chair, Republican) accuses Smith of trying to restrict Trump’s speech with a gag order.
    • “Jack Smith restricts the speech of the former president while he's a candidate... Thank goodness Mr. Smith was slapped down on appeal.” (June Jordan, 00:38)
• The segment notes that after Trump’s 2024 re-election, the legal cases were dropped.

2. President Trump’s International Moves: Davos and Peace Board

[01:14–01:36]

• World Economic Forum at Davos:
  • Trump leaves Davos after forming a “Board of Peace,” aimed at advancing ceasefire talks in Gaza and disarming Hamas, with Trump as chairman.
    • “Has the chance to be one of the most consequential bodies ever created.” (President Trump, 01:14)
  • Board intended to expand its role further, though some US allies are not on board.
• Ukraine Peace Efforts:
  • Trump meets with Ukraine’s President Zelensky to push for an end to the war.
    • “Everybody wants to have the war end.” (President Trump, 01:32)

3. Domestic Incident: Protest and Arrest in Minnesota

[01:36–02:00]

• Just ahead of Vice President Vance’s visit, Nekima Levy Armstrong is arrested for organizing an anti-ICE protest inside a church.
• Attorney General Pam Bondi: “We do not tolerate attacks on places of worship.” (Pam Bondi, cited at 01:51)

4. Greenland Negotiations and Arctic Security

[02:32–03:09]

• Trump’s push to acquire or gain influence over Greenland dominates at Davos:
  • President announces a deal involving the Golden Dome missile defense system as part of a broader Arctic security framework with NATO.
  • Original aim to “acquire” Greenland has shifted to “total access” for the U.S., without Denmark relinquishing sovereignty.
    • “Essentially, it's total access. It's there’s no end, there's no time limit.” (President Trump, 03:04)
  • The agreement leads to canceled U.S. tariffs on several European countries.

5. Economic Update

[03:22–03:40]

• U.S. GDP grew 4.4% in Q3, outpacing the spring’s growth rate by over half a percent.

6. 2026 Oscar Nominations

[03:40–04:23]

• “Sinners” (Ryan Coogler, Michael B. Jordan) breaks records with 16 nominations.
• Other major contenders: “One Battle After Another” (13 nominations), “Frankenstein,” “Begonia,” “Hamnet,” “Marty Supreme,” “Sentimental Value Train Dreams,” “F1,” “The Secret Agent.”
• Acting categories:
  • Best Actor showdown: Timothée Chalamet (“Marty Supreme”) vs. Leonardo DiCaprio (“One Battle After Another”)
  • Best Actress favorites: Jessie Buckley (“Hamnet”), Rose Byrne (“If I Had Legs, I’d Kick You”)
• Conan O’Brien to host the Oscars on March 15th.

7. Stock Market Update

[04:23–04:29]

• The Dow Jones is up 395 points on the day.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Jack Smith on Trump’s conduct:
  “Our investigation developed proof beyond a reasonable doubt that President Trump engaged in criminal activity.” (Jack Smith, 00:08)
• June Jordan (R) on gag order attempt: “Jack Smith restricts the speech of the former president while he's a candidate... Thank goodness Mr. Smith was slapped down on appeal.” (00:38)
• President Trump on Board of Peace: “Has the chance to be one of the most consequential bodies ever created.” (01:14)
• President Trump on war in Ukraine:
  “Everybody wants to have the war end.” (01:32)
• President Trump on Greenland deal:
  “Essentially, it's total access. It's there’s no end, there's no time limit.” (03:04)
• Oscar nods:
  “Sinners, a bloody vampire saga set in the American south, has made Oscar history.” (Michelle Paulino, 03:40)

Timestamps for Important Segments

| Segment | Timestamp | |-------------------------------------------|-------------| | Jack Smith testimony on Trump | 00:08–00:38 | | Republican response & politics | 00:38–01:14 | | Trump’s Board of Peace & Ukraine updates | 01:14–01:36 | | Minnesota protest & arrest | 01:36–02:00 | | Greenland, NATO, Arctic security deal | 02:32–03:09 | | U.S. economic growth update | 03:22–03:40 | | 2026 Oscars nominations | 03:40–04:23 | | Wall Street update | 04:23–04:29 |

Overall Tone and Delivery

The newscast is brisk, neutral-to-conservative in tone, and information-dense, balancing direct news updates with brief direct quotes and minimal commentary. Political events involving President Trump are foregrounded; international diplomacy and high-profile cultural moments also get concise, clear coverage.