Fox News Hourly Update — 11PM ET 03/11/2026 Newscast

Host: Lisa Licera, Fox News
Date: March 12, 2026
Duration: ~4:30
Main Theme: Fast-paced coverage of critical news including US-Iran conflict, domestic terrorist threats, extreme weather, government investigations, economic updates, and tech acquisition.

Episode Overview

This newscast delivers a rapid-fire summary of late-breaking developments in US foreign policy, national security, severe weather, government inquiries, the economy, and technology. Major focus is placed on President Trump’s remarks about ongoing military actions in Iran, reported threats on US soil, tornado aftermath in the Midwest, scrutiny over Department of Education restructuring, latest inflation numbers, and Meta’s move into social AI platforms.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. US-Iran Conflict and Domestic Security (00:02–01:24)

• Military Strikes in Iran: President Trump addresses the press, claiming near-complete success of US military action against Iran, now in its 11th day.
  • Quote:

    "Most people say it's already been won. It's just a question of when, when do we stop? We don't want to let it regrow."
    — President Trump (00:12)

• Future Stability in Iran: Emphasizes desire for stable governance in Iran post-conflict.
  • Quote:

    "Ideally would like to see somebody in there that knows what they're doing. In other words, they could build a country."
    — President Trump (00:17)

• Drone Attack Report in California:
  • Despite media reports, LAPD states they are unaware of any credible drone threats and have not altered their security posture (Matt Finnis, Los Angeles).
    • Quote:

      "There has not been any change in the department's posture in relation to any possible drone threat."
      — LAPD source via Matt Finnis (00:38)

  • FBI declines comment at this stage.
• UN Security Council Reaction:
  • The Council chastises Iran for strikes on Gulf neighbors; US Ambassador Mike Waltz says international condemnation is clear.
    • Quote:

      "They are publicly on the world stage condemning Iran and calling them out."
      — Mike Waltz (01:04)

  • Iran announces intentions to seek Security Council condemnation of US and Israeli actions.

2. New York City Protest Bombing & Investigation (01:24–01:55)

• Suspect Activity: Surveillance shows suspect Amir Balat buying a fuse at a fireworks shop in Pennsylvania.
• Explosives at Protest: Balat and Ibrahim Kyumi allegedly threw homemade explosives at crowded protest outside New York mayor’s residence.
  • Quote:

    "They threw the bombs into a crowded protest in New York City in front of the mayor's house."
    — Alexis McAdams (01:36)

• Federal Investigation: Agents targeted a Pennsylvania storage facility, destroying more devices.

3. Tornado Outbreak in Midwest (02:31–02:45)

• Fatalities & Damage: At least two dead in northwestern Indiana; significant destruction in Kankakee, Illinois after a tornado outbreak.

4. Education Department Scrutiny (02:45–03:25)

• GAO Investigation: Congressional watchdog (Government Accountability Office) investigates transfer of education grants to Department of Labor, prompted by concerns from Senator Elizabeth Warren and others.
  • Over 12 million students potentially affected in career and technical programs.
  • Quote:

    "The grants serve more than 12 million career, technical and adult education students."
    — Tanya J. Powers (03:07)

  • Education Secretary Linda McMahon argues for streamlining services for students.

5. US Inflation Update (03:26–04:09)

• Current Figures:
  • February CPI rose 0.3%; core CPI up 2.5% annually—essentially in line with predictions.
    • Quote:

      "The Consumer price index rose 0.3% in February... For the year ending in February, the CPI was up 2.4% and core CPI...rose 2.5%."
      — Jenny Coselda (03:28)

  • Report does not reflect potential effects from Iran conflict.
  • Fed expected to keep rates stable in upcoming meeting.
  • Noted that inflation peaked at 9.1% in June 2022.

6. Tech Acquisition — Meta & Social AI (04:10–04:28)

• Meta Acquires ‘Multiple Book’:
  • Social network where AI agents simulate interaction.
  • Seen as experimental step for AI development that can operate usefully on users’ behalf.
    • Quote:

      "Meta says it expects the experimental platform could open new ways to develop AI agents that could do useful things on a person's behalf."
      — Lisa Licera (04:13)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• President Trump on Iran:

  "Most people say it's already been won. It's just a question of when, when do we stop?" (00:12)

• LAPD Source on Drone Threats:

  "There has not been any change in the department's posture in relation to any possible drone threat." (00:38)

• UN Security Council Condemnation:

  "They are publicly on the world stage condemning Iran and calling them out." — Mike Waltz (01:04)

• Bombing Suspect’s Actions:

  "They threw the bombs into a crowded protest in New York City in front of the mayor's house." — Alexis McAdams (01:36)

• GAO Investigation Impact:

  "The grants serve more than 12 million career, technical and adult education students." — Tanya J. Powers (03:07)

• CPI & Inflation:

  "The Consumer price index rose 0.3% in February... For the year ending in February, the CPI was up 2.4% and core CPI...rose 2.5%." — Jenny Coselda (03:28)

• Meta’s AI Initiative:

  "Meta says it expects the experimental platform could open new ways to develop AI agents that could do useful things on a person's behalf." — Lisa Licera (04:13)

Timeline of Key Segments

| Timestamp | Content | |-----------|-------------------------------------------------------| | 00:02 | President Trump on Iran strikes | | 00:24 | Drone threat rumors and LAPD/FBI response | | 00:54 | UN Security Council reaction and Iran’s response | | 01:24 | NYC protest bombing, new suspect footage | | 01:55 | Ongoing federal investigation in Pennsylvania | | 02:31 | Tornado fatalities and damages in Midwest | | 02:45 | GAO investigation into Education Department transfers | | 03:26 | US inflation and CPI update | | 04:10 | Meta acquires social AI platform |

This newscast encapsulates a tense, fast-moving night in US news, highlighting urgent geopolitical matters, domestic security incidents, unfolding disaster responses, legislative oversight, economic stability, and advances in AI technology—presented with Fox News’s trademark crisp, urgent reporting.