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Fox News Hourly Update – 12PM ET 01/28/2026 Newscast

Date: January 28, 2026
Host: Lisa Brady (with reporting from Jared Halpern, Jessica Rosenthal, Jeff Manasso)
Podcast: Fox News Hourly Update

Episode Overview

This episode delivers a concise roundup of the latest news, focusing on U.S. foreign policy developments—especially concerning Venezuela and Iran—domestic policy debates around immigration, consumer safety updates, and notable political and business headlines. The tone is urgent, informative, and packed with key soundbites from newsmakers and officials.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Venezuela Policy & Senate Oversight

Context: Secretary of State Marco Rubio testifies before a Senate panel regarding the Trump administration's approach to Venezuela after the ouster of leader Nicolas Maduro.
Democratic Skepticism:
- Senator Chris Murphy expresses doubt over the administration’s commitment to a democratic transition in Venezuela, citing a lack of clear timetables and warn against historical patterns of failed talks.
  - “This looks already like it is a failure… the Venezuelans are great at being in serious talks. They almost never deliver.” – Sen. Chris Murphy [00:15]
Rubio’s Assurance:
- Assures panel no imminent military plans but notes the President retains the right to act if the U.S. is threatened.
  - “I can tell you right now with full certainty we are not postured to, nor do we intend or expect to have to take any military action in Venezuela.” – Marco Rubio [00:35]

2. U.S.-Iran Relations and White House Messaging

Rubio’s Assessment:
- U.S. believes Iranian regime is at its weakest, anticipates more anti-government protests after a deadly crackdown.
Trump’s Warning:
- President Trump publicly warns Iran via social media about a “massive armada” headed their way, while expressing hope for negotiations but reasserts a “no nuclear weapons” policy.
  - “Hopefully Iran will quickly come to the table and negotiate a fair and equitable deal, adding no nuclear weapons… the US Military is ready, willing and able to rapidly fulfill its mission with speed and violence.” – President Trump (via social post, read by reporter) [00:59]
Iran’s Response:
- The Iranian mission to the UN states readiness for dialogue but warns it will respond powerfully if provoked.

3. Domestic Policy – Launch of New Trump Kids’ Account

New Policy Initiative:
- President Trump launches the “Trump account for children,” creating government-backed savings accounts for every American newborn, funded by private companies; funds become accessible at age 18 for education, housing, or business.
  - “For the first time ever, we’re going to give every newborn American child a financial stake in the future. Head Start life and a fair shot at the American dream.” – President Trump [01:34]
Announcement covers the mechanics and the intention to promote opportunity.

4. Immigration Enforcement & Minneapolis Sanctuary Policy

Mayor of Minneapolis’ Position:
- Mayor Jacob Frey reiterates the city’s refusal to enforce federal immigration laws, despite a meeting with border czar Tom Homan.
  - Direct quote: “The city does not and will not enforce federal immigration laws.”
Trump’s Rebuttal:
- President Trump responds on Truth Social, calling it “a very serious violation of the law” and warning of consequences.
  - “Could someone in the mayor’s inner sanctum please explain that this statement is a very serious violation of the law and that the mayor is playing with fire." – President Trump, via Truth Social [02:20]
Local Impact:
- Police focus on public safety, not immigration enforcement.
- Trump links possible reduction of law enforcement resources to city compliance.

5. Community Tensions & Small Business Impact

ICE Concerns:
- Members of Congress plan a news conference at a Minnesota mall to address small business anxieties over heightened ICE operations.
Security Incident:
- Rep. Ilhan Omar was attacked with a liquid at a town hall event; perpetrator was subdued and detained.

6. Consumer Safety – Gerber Baby Food Recall

Recall Details:
- Gerber initiates a voluntary recall of specific batches of arrowroot biscuits after discovering possible soft plastic or paper contamination traced to a supplier.
  - “They say in a statement the food from the 21 different batch codes could contain pieces of soft plastic or paper pieces. The company says it traces back to the arrowroot supplier.” – Jessica Rosenthal [03:18]
Scope:
- Products produced since July 2025, with expirations through December 2026; unclear if the issue extends to other foods.
- Gerber cooperating with FDA.

7. Other Notable Headlines

NFL News:
- Cleveland Browns expected to hire Todd Monken, formerly Baltimore's offensive coordinator, as head coach.
  - “Just getting reports the Cleveland Browns plan to name Todd Monkin as their new head coach. He'd been Baltimore's offensive coordinator for the past three seasons.” [03:51]
Stock Market Update:
- Markets mixed as Federal Reserve interest rate decision looms.
  - “Stocks are mixed ahead [of] Fed decision on interest rates expected two hours from now. Right now, the Dow is up about 20 points. The S and P and the Nasdaq turning red.” [03:54]

Notable Quotes & Moments

Sen. Chris Murphy: “This looks already like it is a failure. … the Venezuelans are great at being in serious talks. They almost never deliver.” [00:15]
Secretary Marco Rubio: “I can tell you right now with full certainty we are not postured to, nor do we intend or expect to have to take any military action in Venezuela.” [00:35]
President Trump on Iran (via social post): “The US Military is ready, willing and able to rapidly fulfill its mission with speed and violence.” [00:59]
President Trump on child accounts: “We’re going to give every newborn American child a financial stake in the future. …a fair shot at the American dream.” [01:34]
Mayor Jacob Frey (via statement): “The city does not and will not enforce federal immigration laws.” [02:20]
Jessica Rosenthal (on Gerber recall): “The food from the 21 different batch codes could contain pieces of soft plastic or paper pieces.” [03:18]

Timestamps for Key Segments

Venezuela/Foreign Policy Hearing: [00:03–00:42]
Iran Tensions & White House Policy: [00:42–01:21]
Trump Children's Savings Accounts: [01:21–01:45]
Minneapolis Immigration Policy Dispute: [02:15–02:58]
Small Businesses/ICE & Omar Incident: [02:58–03:18]
Gerber Product Recall: [03:18–03:51]
NFL & Stock Market Updates: [03:51–End]

This episode provides a rapid-fire breakdown of urgent political flashpoints and public safety concerns, interwoven with economic and local news—all in the crisp, headline-driven style characteristic of Fox News Hourly Update.

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Reassurance. On Capitol Hill, Lisa Brady, Fox News. As Secretary of State Marco Rubio faces a Senate panel about Trump foreign policy a month after the ouster of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro.
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This looks already like it is a failure. You say you're in serious talks, but as you note, the Venezuelans are great at being in serious talks. They almost never deliver.
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Connecticut Senator Chris Murphy, among the Democrats skeptical about the end result. With no timetable for a democratic transition and the president reserving the right to use force again in the future.
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I can tell you right now with full certainty we are not postured to, nor do we intend or expect to have to take any military action in Venezuela.
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But Rubio adds the president could act defensively to eliminate a threat if needed. He also tells senators Iran's regime is probably weaker than it's ever been and that protests will likely spark up again after thousands were killed in a government crackdown on recent demonstrations. This as President Trump threatens military strikes.
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On Iran, warning of a massive armada heading to Iran. President Trump says hopefully Iran will quickly come to the table and negotiate a fair and equitable deal, adding no nuclear weapons. The threat posted on his social media account says like Venezuela, the US Military is ready, willing and able to rapidly fulfill its mission with speed and violence.
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Fox's Jared Halpern at the White House, Iran's mission to the UN Says the country stands ready for dialogue but if pushed, will defend itself and respond like never before. Right now, the president's holding a summit to launch the new Trump account for children.
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For the first time ever, we're going to give every newborn American child a financial stake in the future. Head Start life and a fair shot at the American dream.
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Companies providing some of the seed money for the government backed accounts which would unlock when a child turns 18 for education, housing or to start a business. America is listening to Fox News.
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This is Ainsley Earhart. Thank you for joining me for the 52 episode podcast series the Life of.
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The mayor of Minneapolis standing firm on the city's immigration policies.
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Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Fry after meeting with border czar Tom Homan Tuesday, making it clear in a statement saying the city does not and will not enforce federal immigration laws. President Trump on Truth Social responding, Could someone in the mayor's inner sanctum please explain that this statement is a very serious violation of the law and that the mayor is playing with fire fry later on acts saying the job of our police is to keep people safe. President Trump has said that a reduction of force in Minneapolis will have to include the state and city giving up illegal immigrant criminals who are currently in their jails. Jeff Manasso, FOX News.
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Several members of Congress plan a news conference in Minnesota later today at a mall to highlight small business concerns about the impact of ongoing ICE operations. This a day after Democratic Congresswoman Ilhan Omar was sprayed with a liquid during a town hall event by a man who was tackled and taken into custody, There's a new recall of a Gerber baby food product.
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Gerber is initiating a voluntary recall of some of its arrowroot biscuits. They say in a statement the food from the 21 different batch codes could contain pieces of soft plastic or paper pieces. The company says it traces back to the arrowroot supplier. While the products were made starting in July of last year, the dates at which the biscuits expire span from October through December of 2026. It wasn't clear if the arrowroot flour suppliers issue has impacted other food products. Gerber says they are working with the FDA and will fully cooperate with their review. Jessica Rosenthal, FOX News.
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Just getting reports the Cleveland Browns plan to name Todd Monkin as their new head coach. He'd been Baltimore's offensive coordinator for the past three seasons. Stocks are mixed Ahead Fed decision on interest rates expected two hours from now. Right now, the Dow is up about 20 points. The S and P and the Nasdaq turning red. I'm Lisa Brady, FOX News.