Fox News Hourly Update: 1AM ET 01/14/2026 Newscast

Host: Ted Lindner
Correspondents: Trey Inkst, Bill Melugin, Ainsley Earhart, Stephen Miller
Date: January 14, 2026

Episode Overview

This Fox News Radio newscast delivers a rapid-fire briefing on major global and U.S. news from the previous 24 hours. The episode covers escalating unrest and government crackdowns in Iran, President Trump’s latest statements on support for Iranian protesters and immigration enforcement, the suspension of a civil rights probe into an ICE shooting, major policy moves impacting sanctuary cities, the release of detained Americans in Venezuela, and political drama related to the House investigation into Jeffrey Epstein.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Intensifying Protests and Violence in Iran

[00:02]–[00:50]

• Ted Lindner opens with reports of heightened violence in Iran, estimating at least 2,500 protesters killed.
• Trey Inkst (Tel Aviv):
  • Reports the death toll has grown to over 3,000, and cautions this will climb.
  • Describes on-the-ground scenes from Isfahan, where a contact using Starlink depicts “battles between protesters and security forces who are using live ammunition.”
  • Notable Quote:
    “The government has really repressed them using weapons of war against the demonstrators.” — Trey Inkst [00:37]
• Thousands continue risking their lives in major cities, including Tehran; government repression remains severe.

2. U.S. Response: Trump Addresses Iranian Protesters

[00:50]

• Ted Lindner reports:
  • President Trump addressed Iranian protesters, stating “help is on its way”—though he “has not elaborated on what that help would look like.”

3. Justice Department: No Civil Rights Inquiry in ICE Shooting

[00:50]–[01:27]

• No federal civil rights investigation for the fatal shooting of a woman by ICE in Minneapolis.
  • Ted Lindner: Indicates the Deputy AG, Todd Blanche, found “no basis for such an inquiry” as the FBI probe continues.
  • Federal officials state the officer acted in self-defense; critics question the review’s completeness.
  • Minnesota officials are frustrated at being “blocked… from accessing evidence.”

4. Immigration Crackdown: Sanctuary Cities Funding Threat

[01:27]–[02:01]

• President Trump plans to halt federal funding to sanctuary cities/states effective February 1.
  • Could “yank billions in revenue” from jurisdictions that bar cooperation with immigration enforcement.
  • DOJ list highlights California, Illinois, New York, and major cities like New York City as targets.

5. International Update: Deadly Accident in Thailand

[02:01]

• Ted Lindner: Reports “at least 12 people killed after a construction crane fell onto a moving train in northeastern Thailand.”

6. Release of Americans in Venezuela

[02:32]

• Four Americans previously imprisoned under the Maduro regime have been released, as confirmed by FOX and a State Department spokesperson.
  • Spokesperson Quote:
    “We welcome the release of detained Americans in Venezuela. This is an important step in the right direction by the interim authorities.” [02:36]

7. ICE Operations Facing Scrutiny in Minnesota

[02:40]–[03:18]

• Minnesota Democrats criticize ICE operations in Minneapolis; the Trump administration claims Democrats are “spinning a dangerous narrative.”
• Stephen Miller (White House Deputy Chief of Staff):
  • Quote:
    “We now have the resources we need… to begin the work of identifying, disrupting and dismantling these insurgent networks.” — Stephen Miller [03:07]

8. Minneapolis ICE Shooting Case

[03:18]–[03:32]

• 37-year-old Renee Good was fatally shot after “allegedly using her vehicle as a weapon”; Trump officials call it “domestic terrorism.”
  • Democrats argue she was “senselessly” killed by ICE.

9. Former President Bill Clinton Skips House Epstein Hearing

[03:32]–[04:14]

• Bill Melugin:
  • Clinton failed to appear for a deposition about Jeffrey Epstein, despite a federal subpoena.
  • Hillary Clinton is also subpoenaed; their lawyers argue the subpoenas are “invalid and legally unenforceable.”
  • Next steps: The House must vote on contempt, potentially sending the matter to the DOJ and AG Pam Bondi.
• Ted Lindner: Recaps Clinton’s past association with Epstein but notes “he was never officially implicated in any wrongdoing.”

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “The government has really repressed them using weapons of war against the demonstrators.”
  — Trey Inkst, on Iran unrest [00:37]

• “President Trump’s told Iranian protesters help is on its way, though he’s not elaborated on what that help would look like.”
  — Ted Lindner [00:50]

• “We welcome the release of detained Americans in Venezuela. This is an important step in the right direction by the interim authorities.”
  — State Department spokesperson [02:36]

• “We now have the resources we need… to begin the work of identifying, disrupting and dismantling these insurgent networks.”
  — Stephen Miller [03:07]

• “Clinton failed to appear for a scheduled deposition with the House Oversight Committee as part of its Jeffrey Epstein investigation.”
  — Bill Melugin [03:39]

Segment Timestamps

• Iran Protests/Violence: [00:02]–[00:50]
• Trump Statement on Iran: [00:50]
• ICE Shooting / Civil Rights Investigation: [00:50]–[01:27]
• Sanctuary Cities Funding Threat: [01:27]–[02:01]
• Thailand Crane Accident: [02:01]
• Venezuela Releases Americans: [02:32]–[02:40]
• Minnesota ICE Controversy / Stephen Miller: [02:40]–[03:18]
• Renee Good ICE Shooting: [03:18]–[03:32]
• Clinton/Epstein Congressional Fallout: [03:32]–[04:14]

Tone and Style Notes

Consistent with FOX News Radio's urgency and focus on breaking news, the episode is brisk and fact-focused, with strong framing around law enforcement, administration action, and international drama.