Fox News Hourly Update – 11PM ET, January 7, 2026

Host: Lisa Licera (FOX News Podcasts)
Date: January 8, 2026

Overview

This episode provides fast-paced, concise reporting on the top news events shaping the day. Major topics include a controversial shooting involving a Homeland Security officer in Minneapolis, U.S. actions in Venezuela and the international response, a lawsuit challenging Utah’s book banning law, new federal nutrition guidelines, and an unprecedented streak of nominations for the film One Battle after Another at the Screen Actors Guild awards.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Homeland Security Shooting in Minneapolis

[00:02 – 01:00]

• Incident: A Homeland Security/ICE officer shot and killed Renee Good in Minneapolis.
• Official Justification:
  • Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem states the officer acted in self-defense.
  • The woman was allegedly harassing, stalking, and impeding officers’ work, blocking them with her vehicle.
  • Claimed the woman attempted to run over officers when shot.
• State Reaction:
  • Minnesota Governor Tim Walz warned that having federal agents in the state could lead to violence and declared, “we do not need any further help from the federal government. To Donald Trump and Kristi Noem, you've done enough.” (Guest Commentator, 00:43)
  • Walz put the National Guard on notice.
• Notable Quote:
  • “He acted in self defense.” – Lisa Licera (00:02)
  • “ICE officers and agents approached the vehicle of the individual in question who was blocking the officers in with her vehicle and she had been stalking and impeding their work all throughout the day.” – Ainsley Earhardt (00:22)

2. Congressional Response to Venezuela and International Fallout

[01:01 – 02:00]

• Democratic Criticism:
  • Senator Chris Murphy criticizes the Biden administration for lacking a stabilization plan for Venezuela following the operation to remove Nicolás Maduro.
  • Murphy alleges the administration plans to “steal the oil and use leverage over the oil to try to micromanage the country on a day to day basis” and warns it’s “a recipe for disaster.” (Guest Commentator, 01:08)
• Republican Stance:
  • Most Republicans express confidence in the administration’s actions.
• International Reaction:
  • Colombian President Gustavo Petro calls the operation “an abhorrent violation of sovereignty.”
• Trump’s Involvement:
  • Trump claims to have spoken to Petro, inviting him to the White House and discussing “drugs and other disagreements.”
  • Notes previous sanctions on Petro and his officials.
• Notable Quotes:
  • “Their plan seems to be to steal the oil and use the leverage over the oil to try to micromanage the country on a day to day basis. That sounds like a recipe for disaster.” – Guest Commentator (01:08)

3. Utah Book Ban Lawsuit

[02:36 – 03:26]

• Legal Action:
  • The ACLU of Utah, representing Kurt Vonnegut’s estate and other authors, files a lawsuit against Utah’s “sensitive materials” law.
  • Plaintiffs describe the law as modern-day “book burning” that violates First Amendment rights.
• Specifics:
  • A book is automatically banned from Utah public schools if at least three school districts or two of five charter schools deem it “sensitive.”
  • Utah has raised its tally of banned books to 22, including titles underlying popular musicals/films like “Wicked.”
• Notable Quote:
  • “…partaking in modern day book burning and trampling on First Amendment protections.” – Lillian Wu (02:42)

4. Federal Nutrition Guidance Overhaul

[03:26 – 03:55]

• Major Update:
  • The government revamps nutrition guidelines, notably changing the look of the decades-old food pyramid.
• Leadership’s Message:
  • Health and Human Services Secretary Robert Kennedy Jr. advocates: “Eat real food with an emphasis on fresh vegetables and whole grains.” (03:40)
  • Warns against processed foods heavy in additives, sugar, and salt, describing them as damaging to health.
• Policy Impact:
  • The updated guidelines inform SNAP benefits and school meal programs.
• Notable Quotes:
  • “It’s upside down, a lot of you will say, but it was actually upside down before and we just righted it.” – Guest Commentator (03:33)
  • “Highly processed foods loaded with additives, added sugar and excess salt damage health and should be avoided.” – Guest Commentator (03:49)

5. ‘One Battle after Another’ Sweeps SAG Award Nominations

[04:07 – 04:36]

• Awards News:
  • Paul Thomas Anderson’s film garners seven nominations, the most in the 31-year SAG Awards history.
  • Recognition for Best Ensemble plus nods for cast members Leonardo DiCaprio, Chase Infinity, Sean Penn, and more.

Notable Quotes and Memorable Moments

• “He acted in self defense.” – Lisa Licera (00:02)
• “ICE officers and agents approached the vehicle of the individual in question who was blocking the officers in with her vehicle and she had been stalking and impeding their work all throughout the day.” – Ainsley Earhardt (00:22)
• “We do not need any further help from the federal government. To Donald Trump and Kristi Noem, you've done enough.” – Guest Commentator [relaying Tim Walz’s remarks] (00:43)
• “Their plan seems to be to steal the oil… that sounds like a recipe for disaster.” – Guest Commentator (01:08)
• “…partaking in modern day book burning and trampling on First Amendment protections.” – Lillian Wu (02:42)
• “It’s upside down, a lot of you will say, but it was actually upside down before and we just righted it.” – Guest Commentator (03:33)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• Minneapolis Shooting Coverage - 00:02–01:00
• Venezuela Policy & World Response - 01:01–02:00
• Utah Book Ban Lawsuit - 02:36–03:26
• Federal Nutrition Guideline Update - 03:26–03:55
• SAG Awards Nominations - 04:07–04:36

Tone and Style

The podcast delivers news with a direct and urgent tone, blending official statements, quick-paced reporting, and brief commentary. It remains matter-of-fact, giving listeners the skeleton outline of each story while letting direct speaker quotes add color and immediacy.

This summary captures the critical news stories covered in the Fox News 11PM ET Hourly Update for January 7, 2026, providing context, direct quotes, and clear segment breakdowns for those seeking a comprehensive overview.