12AM ET 06/26/2025 Newscast

Summary

Fox News Hourly Update Episode: 12AM ET 06/26/2025 Newscast Release Date: June 26, 2025

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U.S.-Iran Nuclear Talks and Ceasefire Developments

Carmen Roberts opens the broadcast by highlighting President Trump's upcoming discussions with Iran amidst a fragile Iran-Israel ceasefire. President Trump expressed skepticism about the necessity of a nuclear agreement, stating at [00:15] "To me, I don't think it's that necessary... I don't care if I have an agreement or not."

Despite Trump's reservations, he emphasized the strength of the U.S. military presence, asserting at [00:44] “Picture, no other military on earth could have done it. And now this incredible exercise of American strength has paved the way for peace and for the historic cease fire agreement.”

CIA Director John Radcliffe countered Trump's claims, affirming that credible intelligence indicates multiple key Iranian nuclear facilities were destroyed. This juxtaposition underscores the complex dynamics between political statements and intelligence assessments.

Legal Proceedings: Kilmar Abrego Garcia

The update shifts to a significant legal case involving Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was wrongfully deported to El Salvador and subsequently charged with human smuggling upon his return to the U.S. Grnaul Scott reports at [01:14] that Garcia will remain in custody under U.S. Marshals until U.S. Magistrate Judge Barbara Holmes determines the next steps. The possibility of ICE reclaiming Garcia is present, and his legal team insists on maintaining access for case discussions.

Execution of Richard Gerald Jordan

A tragic development in Mississippi's long history on death row was announced. Carmen Roberts reports the execution of 79-year-old Richard Gerald Jordan at [01:36]. Jordan, a Vietnam veteran suffering from PTSD, was executed nearly five decades after committing a heinous crime involving kidnapping and murder. This case spotlights the enduring impacts of prolonged incarceration and the complexities surrounding capital punishment.

Santa Monica Police Shooting Incident

Carmen Roberts covers a recent violent incident in Santa Monica where a police officer was shot by a suspect linked to a previous Waymo shooting. Santa Monica Police Chief Ramon Batista detailed at [03:16] that the officer recognized the suspect, which led to the confrontation. Kristin Goodwin adds that the officer, though seriously injured, is in stable condition ([03:32]). The suspect was apprehended following a public tip after his photo was shared online, as noted by Chief Batista at [03:46]. Additionally, the recovered weapon ties the incident back to earlier violence, indicating a possible pattern of behavior by the suspect.

Heat Wave Claims in Missouri

The ongoing heat wave continues to wreak havoc, with Carmen Roberts reporting at [04:07] a fatality in Missouri attributed to extreme temperatures. St. Ann Police Major Blake Kerrigan shared at [04:20] that 55-year-old Shawna Thomas was found deceased in her apartment after power outages left her without cooling systems. Major Kerrigan emphasized the need for preventative measures: “We want to prevent something like this” ([04:20]). The victim's pre-existing medical conditions are under investigation, and her family has opted to remain private regarding the incident ([04:37]).

Weather Alert: Tornado in Tampa Bay Area

A possible tornado has struck the Tampa Bay region, particularly impacting Pinellas Park and Largo. Carmen Roberts notes at [04:45] that emergency crews are currently assessing the damage, though thankfully, no injuries have been reported. This incident underscores the severe weather patterns affecting various parts of the country during this period.

Sports Update: Dallas Mavericks Roster Move

In sports news, Cooper Flaggs heads to the Dallas Mavericks, signaling a potential rise of a new franchise superstar. This move comes less than five months after the team traded another key player, suggesting strategic shifts within the Mavericks' lineup. Carmen Roberts highlights this development as a significant change for the team’s future prospects ([04:45]).

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Note: Advertisements, introductory segments, and interactive quiz portions of the podcast were omitted to focus solely on the news content.

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This comprehensive summary encapsulates the key discussions and insights from the "Fox News Hourly Update" episode aired on June 26, 2025. From international diplomacy and national security to local tragedies and sports developments, the episode provides a wide-ranging overview of current events shaping the nation and beyond.

Transcript

[Carmen Roberts]

Talks with Iran next week. I'm Carmen Roberts, Fox News. President Trump says the US Will hold nuclear talks with Tehran as the Iran Israel cease fire holds. But he says the talks may not lead to a deal.

[President Trump]

We may sign an agreement. I don't know. To me, I don't think it's that necessary. I mean, they had a war, they fought. Now they're going back to their world. I don't care if I have an agreement or not.

[Carmen Roberts]

The president speaking before leaving the NATO summit in the Hague. The official in Iran is questioning, though, whether the US could be trusted after its weekend attack. President Trump again rejecting an early intelligence assessment that those US Strikes inflicted only marginal setback for Iran's nuclear program, insisting US Spies did not have the full.

[President Trump]

Picture, no other military on earth could have done it. And now this incredible exercise of American strength has paved the way for peace and for the historic cease fire agreement.

[Carmen Roberts]

CIA Director John Radcliffe said there is a body of credible intelligence showing several key Iranian nuclear facilities were destroyed. Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was wrongly deported to his home country of El Salvador, then charged with human smuggling when he was brought back to the US Will remain in custody for now.

[Grnaul Scott]

Abrego Garcia for now will be in the custody of US Marshals until US Magistrate Judge Barbara Holmes decides if she can arrange a holding facility. The chance does exist that ICE could again take Abrego Garcia into custody. If they do, his lawyers want it so they can still meet with him about the case. Grnaul Scott, FOX News.

[Carmen Roberts]

The longest serving man on Mississippi's death row is executed nearly 50 years after he kidnapped and killed a bank loan officer's wife in a violent ransom scheme. 79 year old Richard Gerald Jordan, a Vietnam veteran suffering from ptsd, died Wednesday by lethal injection. America's listening the FOX News news.

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[Carmen Roberts]

A Santa Monica police officers hospitalized after being shot by a man linked to a Waymo shooting.

[Ramon Batista]

Santa Monica Police Chief Ramon Batista says an officer recognized an individual believed to be wanted in connection with the prior incident when the suspect opened fire with a handgun.

[Kristin Goodwin]

The suspect fired multiple rounds at the officer and fled the area on foot. The officer was seriously injured but is in stable condition and receiving medical care. Fellow officers quickly rendered aid and transported him to a local hospital.

[Ramon Batista]

The suspect arrested thanks to a tip after police shared a photo online describing him as a black man in his 30s.

[Kristin Goodwin]

The weapon used in the assault has also been recovered.

[Ramon Batista]

Chief Batista says officials believe the suspect is homeless and could be the same individual who recently shot and injured two teens riding in a Waymo. Kristin Goodwin, FOX News.

[Carmen Roberts]

More record breaking temperatures on Wednesday. That massive heat dome that sparked the first major heat wave of the summer continuing and at least one death that's heat related was reported in Missouri.

[Blake Kerrigan]

We want to prevent something like this.

[Police Major]

St. Ann Police Major Blake Kerrigan said they found a woman dead inside her sweat weltering hot apartment. He said the victim's power had been turned off for non payment for about two weeks.

[Blake Kerrigan]

She did have prior medical conditions so the medical examiner's office is checking into that.

[Police Major]

Police say the victim's family did not want to be interviewed or share a picture of their loved one who died. 55 year old Shawna Thomas in St. Ann.

[Carmen Roberts]

Chris Hayes, FOX News In Florida, a possible tornado struck the Tampa Bay area Wednesday night causing significant damage in Pinellas park in Largo. Emergency crews are assessing res and the damage. No injuries reported. Cooper Flaggs headed to the Dallas Mavericks who may have found their next franchise superstar less than five months after trading another one away. I'm Carmen Roberts. This is FOX News.

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[Kristin Goodwin]

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