Fox News Hourly Update — 12AM ET 04/02/2026

Overview

This episode of the Fox News Hourly Update, anchored by Sue Guzman, delivers concise national news highlights as of April 2, 2026. Main topics include President Trump’s national address on Operation Epic Fury, NASA’s historic moon mission launch, FDA approval of a new weight loss pill, Supreme Court arguments on birthright citizenship, and developments on Department of Homeland Security funding in Congress.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

Operation Epic Fury Nearing Completion

[00:03 - 00:31]

• President Trump addressed the nation, promising swift closure to Operation Epic Fury.
  • He referenced his commitment to the families of the 13 American soldiers who died in the conflict.
  • Claimed the mission may wrap up in "two to three weeks."
• Notable Quote:

  "Every single one of the people, their loved ones said please, sir, please finish the job, every one of them. And we are going to finish the job and we're going to finish it very fast. We're getting very close."
  — President Trump [00:18]

NASA Launches Artemis 2 Moon Mission

[00:31 - 01:35]

• NASA launched its first mission to the moon in over 50 years from Kennedy Space Center, Florida.
• Four astronauts embarked on a 10-day Artemis 2 mission: a test ride around the moon.
  • Brandy Campbell provided live coverage and updates.
  • The launch overcame minor weather concerns and pre-countdown technical issues.
  • Launch time: 6:35pm from Launch Complex 39B.
  • Goal: Test hardware and systems for future lunar exploration.
  • Expectation: Crew will splash down off San Diego on April 10.
• Notable Quotes:

  "Roll pitch. Roger. Roll pitch."
  — Brandy Campbell, live from mission control [00:42]
  "It's official. NASA has sent four astronauts into space on a 10 day journey with the goal of taking a test ride around the moon as part of the Artemis 2 mission."
  — Brandy Campbell [00:52]

FDA Approves New Weight Loss Pill

[01:35 - 01:58]

• U.S. health officials have approved Eli Lilly's new weight loss pill, "Fundio."
  • It will become the second daily oral medication for obesity and weight issues.
  • Shipping is set to begin on Monday.
  • Will be sold alongside Novo Nordisk’s already available "Wegovy" pill.

Supreme Court Hears Birthright Citizenship Case

[02:40 - 03:27]

• President Trump attended a Supreme Court session in person as justices heard arguments on his executive order to end birthright citizenship.
  • Historic first: a sitting president attending SCOTUS oral arguments.
  • Debate centered on the 14th Amendment and its intended scope regarding citizenship.
  • Justices seemed disinclined to factor in illegal immigration and birth tourism.
• Notable Quotes:

  "Inside, for the first time ever, a sitting president attended Supreme Court arguments. President Trump quietly taking his seat and watching intently..."
  — Shannon Bream [02:51] "Justice Samuel Alito said the authors of the 14th Amendment did not consider high rates of illegal immigration."
  — Sue Guzman [03:27]

Congressional Agreement on DHS Funding

[03:27 - 04:27]

• House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader John Thune reached a Trump-approved compromise to fund the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), excluding ICE and CBP.
  • Deal closely matches a Senate-passed, Democrat-supported bill.
  • Democrats claim Republicans have relented; the deal ends what is now the longest DHS shutdown in US history.
  • President Trump urges passage by June 1st.
• Notable Quotes:

  "House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader John Thune are now on the same page announcing a Trump approved plan to pass a bill that would fund all of DHS except ICE and cbp. It's similar to the bill the Senate passed with Democratic support at 2am last Friday."
  — Brandy Campbell [03:47] "Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer ... writing on House Republicans caved. They've agreed to pass the Senate bill to fund DHS. Except for ICE and CBP that unanimously passed a week ago..."
  — Brandy Campbell [04:02] "This is the longest DHS shutdown in history."
  — Sue Guzman [04:27]

Memorable Moments

• A sitting president observing Supreme Court oral arguments in person: A rare and historic event, emphasizing the significance of the birthright citizenship case. [02:51]
• NASA’s Artemis 2 launch success: The first manned lunar mission attempt in over 50 years, marking a new era in space exploration. [00:52, 01:35]

Timestamps for Important Segments

• Operation Epic Fury update: [00:03 – 00:31]
• NASA Artemis 2 launch: [00:31 – 01:35]
• FDA weight loss pill approval: [01:35 – 01:58]
• Supreme Court birthright citizenship case: [02:40 – 03:27]
• DHS funding agreement in Congress: [03:27 – 04:27]

This Fox News Hourly Update provides a rapid yet detailed overview of the key stories shaping the national agenda as of early April 2, 2026, blending direct reporting with notable on-the-ground and in-the-room moments from top anchors and correspondents.