Fox News Hourly Update – 1AM ET 01/08/2026 Newscast

Host: Ted Lindner
Date: January 8, 2026

Episode Overview

This episode covers breaking national and political stories with updates on major incidents and government actions. Key topics include a mass shooting in Utah, controversy over an ICE-involved shooting in Minneapolis, congressional scrutiny of fraud in Minnesota, updates on U.S. policy towards Venezuela, and Florida’s upcoming redistricting special session. The newscast is rapid-fire, offering concise reporting and quotes from political leaders.

Key News Segments & Discussions

Mass Shooting at Utah Funeral

[00:03 - 00:29]

• Event: Two people killed, eight injured (three critically) in a shooting outside a Salt Lake City Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints during a funeral.
• Status: No suspects in custody.
• Quote:
  • Ted Lindner: “Two people were killed tonight, eight others injured after a shooting at a funeral outside of Salt Lake City Church.” [00:03]

ICE-Involved Shooting in Minneapolis

[00:29 – 01:12]

• Incident: An ICE agent fatally shot a woman, Renee Nicole Good, during a vehicle-related altercation.
• Mayor Response: Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Fry blames ICE, prompting controversy.
• Homeland Security’s Statement:
  • Secretary Noem claims the woman tried to use her car as a weapon to attack a federal agent.
  • Florida Governor Ron DeSantis wants DOJ to prosecute the incident as domestic terrorism.
• Notable Quotes:
  • Secretary Noem: “...the deceased woman, identified by local officials as Renee Nicole Good, used her car as a weapon to attack a federal agent.” [00:47]
  • Governor Ron DeSantis: “The ICE officer, fearing for his life and the other officers around him and the safety of the public, fired defensive shots.” [00:56]
  • Governor Ron DeSantis: “I'm asking the Department of Justice to prosecute it as domestic terrorism.” [01:09]
  • Secretary Noem: “Cars used as weapons against federal agents happens too often...” [01:03]

Congressional Hearing on Fraud in Minnesota

[01:20 – 01:54]

• Investigation: Examination of Attorney General Keith Ellison’s meeting with Somali community members accused of upcoming fraud convictions.
• Allegations: Ellison caught on tape discussing funding and campaign support with the group.
• Ellison’s Defense: Claims he met “in good faith with people I didn’t know” and takes fraud seriously (statement via op-ed).
• Quote:
  • Fox’s Grinnell Scott: “...caught audio recording behind closed doors meeting with a group of soon to be convicted Somali fraudsters. They were asking the attorney general for help to get more funding.” [01:26]

Venezuela Policy Briefing

[02:32 – 03:14]

• Issue: Senate briefing with Secretary of State Marco Rubio and other Trump officials on Venezuela policy post-Maduro.
• Democrats’ Concern: Accuse Trump administration of lacking a clear plan and demand public hearings.
• Rubio’s Rebuttal:
  • “We've gone into great detail with him about the planning... It’s not just winging it. It’s already happening.” [02:46]
  • Operation not expected to have additional cost to U.S.
• Reporting:
  • Ryan Schmell’s Capitol Hill report: Democrats pushing for transparency.

Florida Special Session on Redistricting

[03:14 – 04:10]

• Announcement: Governor Ron DeSantis calls special legislative session to redraw Florida's congressional districts.

• Reason for Delay: Awaiting pending Supreme Court decision impacting redistricting legality nationwide.

• Political Tensions:

  • President Trump pushes GOP states for advantageous maps.
  • DeSantis asserts redistricting is justified by population changes, especially post-Covid.
  • Democratic leaders decry the push as illegal and opportunistic.

• Notable Quotes:

  • Governor Ron DeSantis: “Florida joins what some label a redistricting arms race...” [03:21]
  • Secretary Noem: “There's a Supreme Court decision that's going to affect the validity of some of these districts nationwide...” [03:37]
  • DeSantis: “We've had 10 years of population change and just since COVID...” [03:56]
  • Carmen Roberts (reporting): “Democratic leaders call the push for new maps illegal, reckless and opportunistic.” [04:02]

• Context:

  • Florida voters approved anti-gerrymandering amendment (2010).
  • Recent Supreme Court upheld DeSantis-backed map, disputed by critics as unfair.

Stock Market Update

[04:10 – 04:28]

• Dow and S&P 500 pulled back after highs; NASDAQ rose slightly, led by tech stocks.
• Ted Lindner: “Stocks finished mixed Wednesday... The NASDAQ managed a slight gain, boosted by technology stocks.” [04:10]

Memorable Quotes & Moments

• On ICE Shooting:
  • Governor Ron DeSantis: “I'm asking the Department of Justice to prosecute it as domestic terrorism.” [01:09]
• On Venezuela Policy:
  • Senator Marco Rubio: “We’ve gone into great detail with him about the planning... It’s not just winging it.” [02:46]
• On Florida Redistricting:
  • Governor Ron DeSantis: “Florida joins what some label a redistricting arms race to redraw congressional districts ahead of the midter elections.” [03:21]

Important Segment Timestamps

• Mass Shooting in Utah: 00:03 – 00:29
• Minneapolis ICE Shooting & Fallout: 00:29 – 01:12
• Minnesota Fraud Investigation: 01:20 – 01:54
• Venezuela Policy Briefing: 02:32 – 03:14
• Florida Redistricting Session: 03:14 – 04:10
• Stock Market Wrap: 04:10 – 04:28

Note: Advertisements and repetitive outro segments were omitted.

This summary captures all major stories and political developments covered in the 1AM Fox News Hourly Update for January 8, 2026. It provides core facts, key quotes, and timelines, ensuring listeners stay informed even if they missed the episode.