Fox News Hourly Update – 1AM ET 01/12/2026

Date: January 12, 2026
Host: Ted Lindner (with reporting from Jill Nadeau, Lucas Tomlinson, Michelle Paulino, Garrett Tenney, and others)

Episode Overview

This Fox News Hourly Update delivers concise coverage of several breaking national and international stories. The main themes include a criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, U.S. policy options on Iran amid rising protests, major incidents involving protests in the U.S., highlights from the 83rd Golden Globes, a fatal police shooting in Minneapolis, and an ambush on a police officer in South Carolina.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell Under Investigation

• [00:03-01:02]
  • Criminal Investigation Announced:
    The U.S. Attorney’s Office for D.C. is investigating Fed Chair Jerome Powell for alleged dishonesty about renovations at Fed headquarters.
  • Context:
    President Trump repeatedly pressured Powell to lower interest rates to boost the economy, while Powell proceeded cautiously, reportedly to prevent inflation.
  • Potential Motives:
    The investigation reportedly stems from testimony Powell gave to Congress regarding headquarters renovations.
  • Powell’s Response:
    Powell released a video statement suggesting that the probe was politically motivated:

    “Public service sometimes requires standing firm in the face of threats. I will continue to do the job the Senate confirmed me to do with integrity and a commitment to serving the American people.” (Jerome Powell, [00:49])

  • Recent Developments:
    The Fed recently enacted a modest interest rate cut.

2. U.S. Considerations Toward Iran Protests

• [01:08-01:44]
  • Briefing Scheduled:
    President Trump will receive a briefing on possible U.S. interventions for Iranian protesters, options reportedly including military action.
  • Iranian Response:
    The Iranian regime threatens counterattacks if the U.S. launches strikes.
  • Military Readiness:
    • No U.S. aircraft carrier strike groups are currently positioned nearby; one may be dispatched to the Middle East, but arrival would take up to a week.
    • Strike aircraft are currently in the region.

    “There are no aircraft carrier strike groups in the region… One of those carriers is likely to be dispatched to the Middle east in the coming days. Might take a week to get there, though.” (Fox’s Lucas Tomlinson, [01:17])

3. Domestic Protest and Violence

• Incident in California:
  • [01:44-02:01]
    • A U-Haul truck drove into a group of protesters supporting the Iranian people in Westwood, CA, injuring one person.
    • The driver has not been identified by police at this time.

4. The 83rd Annual Golden Globes Recap

• [02:32-03:13]
  • Major Winners:
    • "One Battle After Another" by Paul Thomas Sanderson won four awards, including Best Picture (Musical or Comedy).
    • “Hamnet” won two, including Best Picture (Drama).
    • Timothée Chalamet won Best Actor for "Marty Supreme":

      “I’d be lying if I didn’t say those moments didn’t make this moment that much sweeter for my parents, for my partner. I love you. Thank you so much.” (Timothée Chalamet, [03:07])

    • On the TV side, "Adolescents" dominated the limited series category, winning four awards.

5. Minneapolis ICE Protest Shooting

• [03:25-04:05]
  • Incident:
    Demonstrations erupted nationwide after the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE agent in Minneapolis.
  • Activism:
    • Protesters encouraged increased anti-ICE activity, leading to concerns about the safety of law enforcement officers during immigration operations.

    “Activists were handing out flyers encouraging people to sign up and take part in anti ICE activities, which federal officials say are ramping up across the country and making it more dangerous to enforce the law.” (Garrett Tenney, [03:41])

  • Crowd Dynamics:
    Crowds gathered and swarmed ICE vehicles during an enforcement operation.

6. South Carolina Police Officer Ambush

• [04:05-04:28]
  • Incident:
    A police officer was shot multiple times in Greenville while sitting in his patrol car in what was described as “an ambush style attack.”
  • Aftermath:
    • The suspect was killed in a subsequent shootout with sheriff’s deputies.
    • The officer was treated and released from the hospital.

    “Greenville County Sheriff Hobart Lewis describing the shooting as an ambush style attack in a video from the scene that was posted on Facebook.” (Ted Lindner, [04:05])

Notable Quotes

• Jerome Powell on the Fed Investigation:

  “Public service sometimes requires standing firm in the face of threats. I will continue to do the job the Senate confirmed me to do with integrity and a commitment to serving the American people.” ([00:49])

• Lucas Tomlinson on U.S. Military Posture near Iran:

  “There are no aircraft carrier strike groups in the region… One of those carriers is likely to be dispatched to the Middle east in the coming days. Might take a week to get there, though.” ([01:17])

• Timothée Chalamet on his Golden Globes win:

  “I’d be lying if I didn’t say those moments didn’t make this moment that much sweeter for my parents, for my partner. I love you. Thank you so much.” ([03:07])

• Garrett Tenney on Minneapolis Protests:

  “Activists were handing out flyers encouraging people to sign up and take part in anti ICE activities, which federal officials say are ramping up across the country and making it more dangerous to enforce the law.” ([03:41])

Important Segment Timestamps

• 00:03 – Federal Reserve/Powell Investigation
• 01:08 – Briefing on U.S. Iran Policy
• 01:44 – U-Haul Tragedy at Protest
• 02:32 – Golden Globes Recap
• 03:25 – Minneapolis Protest Fallout
• 04:05 – Police Officer Ambush in South Carolina

Tone:
Fast-paced, direct, and fact-focused—matching the urgency and succinctness of Fox News radio bulletins.