Fox News Hourly Update: 11PM ET 01/18/2026 Newscast

Date: January 19, 2026
Host: Ted Lindner (FOX News Podcasts)

Episode Overview

This episode provides a fast-paced digest of major national and international news stories. Key topics include escalating unrest in Minnesota surrounding ICE operations, heightened political tensions ahead of the 2026 midterms, international maneuvering over U.S. efforts to acquire Greenland, weather updates from Georgia, and the latest box office results.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Unrest and Military Readiness in Minnesota

• [00:02] The Pentagon is preparing to deploy 1,500 soldiers to Minnesota in response to widespread anti-ICE protests.
  • Defense officials confirm readiness for immediate action.
• [00:17] Senator Bill Haggerty (R) characterizes the situation:
  • “What you have is bedlam in the streets. You have citizens driving into ICE agents, … non citizens, people here illegally trying to attack ICE agents. … 70% of these people that they're arresting are criminals.”
    — Sen. Bill Haggerty [00:17]
• [00:33] Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Fry voices strong opposition:
  • Says sending U.S. troops would be “a shocking move.”
  • “There’s a very clear antidote here, which is leave… the second these ICE agents leave the city, I’m telling you, you’re gonna have calm.”
    — Mayor Jacob Fry [00:42]
• [00:53] Governor Tim Walz mobilizes Minnesota National Guard to assist law enforcement.

2. U.S.-EU Tensions and Greenland Acquisition

• [01:12] The EU waits to see if President Trump will impose new tariffs to pressure Denmark over selling Greenland, calling the threat “blackmail.”
  • Denmark's Foreign Minister: Encourages a diplomatic path.
  • EU debates response: Potential retaliatory tariffs.
  • NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte discusses ongoing dialogue with President Trump.
  • President Trump maintains the acquisition is critical for “national security” and “minerals.”

3. Olympics Delegation Announcement

• [01:41] Fox’s Stephanie Bennett reports:
  • 2026 Winter Olympics, hosted in Italy, begin in less than three weeks.
  • Vice President Vance to lead the U.S. delegation and attend the opening ceremony in Milan (February 6).

4. Political Split on ICE and Military Action (Midterms Preview)

• [02:32] Lawmakers are divided on ICE and possible military deployments as the 2026 midterms approach.
• [02:37] Chad Pergram provides analysis:
  • Democrats are riven internally over ICE, with progressives seeking to “terminate ICE.”
  • Border security aided GOP in 2024, but there’s concern about backlash from aggressive ICE tactics and potential military operations.
  • “One Republican believes some military intervention actually helps the party. Democrats claim the president's saber rattling is a diversion.”
    — Chad Pergram [02:37]
  • House vote on ICE funding expected soon; 15–25 moderate Democrats may side with Republicans to protect their local standing.

5. Unusual Weather in Georgia

• [03:12] FOX Weather’s Mike Seidel reports:
  • Central Georgia sees a rare second consecutive season with snow.
  • Up to 1–2 inches possible, but roads remain clear and snow melt expected by afternoon due to temps in the 40s.

6. Box Office Update

• [03:41] Avatar: Fire and Ash dominates box office for fifth straight weekend, earning $13.3 million.
  • “My people cried for help, but Ava did not come.” — Movie quote [03:41]
  • New release The Bone Temple (despite a 93% Rotten Tomatoes score) underperforms with $13M, missing the $20M target.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Sen. Bill Haggerty on ICE Protests:
  “What you have is bedlam in the streets…70% of these people that they're arresting are criminals.” [00:17]
• Mayor Jacob Fry on Federal Troops:
  “There’s a very clear antidote here…leave…you’re gonna have calm.” [00:42]
• Chad Pergram on Political Calculations:
  “One Republican believes some military intervention actually helps the party… Democrats claim the president's saber rattling is a diversion.” [02:37]

Timestamps for Important Segments

• Minnesota unrest & ICE protest response: [00:02–01:12]
• U.S.-EU/Greenland controversy: [01:12–01:41]
• 2026 Winter Olympics U.S. delegation: [01:41–02:00]
• Congressional split on ICE/military ahead of midterms: [02:32–03:12]
• Georgia snowfall/weather update: [03:12–03:41]
• Box office report ('Avatar: Fire and Ash', 'The Bone Temple'): [03:41–04:19]

Summary

This episode rapidly covers core news events, focusing on escalating anti-ICE protests and the controversial possibility of deploying U.S. troops in Minnesota. It highlights both local and national political divisions, the global chess match over Greenland, and key developments in weather and entertainment. Sharp quotes from major political figures illustrate the intensity and uncertainty pervading the week’s news.