Fox News Hourly Update – 1AM ET 01/28/2026 Newscast

Podcast: Fox News Hourly Update
Host: Ted Lindner, FOX News Podcasts
Date: January 28, 2026
Episode: 1AM ET 01/28/2026 Newscast

Episode Overview

This episode delivers a fast-paced roundup of breaking national news including: chaos at a Minnesota town hall where Congresswoman Ilhan Omar was attacked; President Trump’s comments on border patrol changes and his campaigning; a border incident in Arizona; Boston PD’s response to ICE detainers; the aftermath of a catastrophic winter storm; and major disruptions at airports across the Northeast and South.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Incident at Rep. Ilhan Omar’s Minnesota Town Hall

• [00:03] Ted Lindner introduces the main story: During a town hall where Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) advocated for abolishing ICE and holding the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) accountable, chaos broke out.
• Attack on Omar:
  • Omar was sprayed with “an unknown substance that had a disturbing smell.” No one else was evacuated.
  • The suspect was taken into custody.
• Political Fallout:
  • [00:16] An unidentified audience member (B) calls for:

    “DHS Secretary Kristi Noem must resign or face impeachment.”

• Border Patrol Changes:
  • Following the incident, President Trump clarifies that the departure of Border Patrol agents and a commander from Minnesota is “not a pullback.”

Quote – President Trump [00:48]:
“I don’t think it’s a pullback. It’s a little bit of a change. Everybody in this room that has a business, you know, you make little changes.”

• Trump says the aim is to "turn down the temperature" and "de-escalate" tensions in Minneapolis.

2. President Trump on the Economy and Election Campaign

• [00:54] President Trump travels to Clive, Iowa as part of early midterm campaigning.
• He insists his administration isn’t getting enough credit for economic improvements.

Quote – President Trump [01:08]:
“And since the election, the stock market is at 52 all time highs adding $9 trillion in value to your savings retirement account and 401ks.”

• Critics continue to argue not enough is being done to address affordability for Americans.

3. Border Incident near U.S.-Mexico Line

• [01:20] Authorities report Patrick Gary Schlegel was wounded in a shootout with U.S. Border Patrol.
  • Schlegel allegedly fired at a federal helicopter and at border agents during an attempted apprehension.
  • He was taken to the hospital after surgery.
  • Schlegel has a known criminal record, including a December warrant for escape from a prior smuggling conviction.

4. Boston Police & ICE Detainer Requests

• [02:32] Molly Line reports from Boston:
  • The Boston Police Department ignored all 57 ICE detainer requests in 2025.
  • This is in compliance with Boston’s "Trust Act," amended and reaffirmed ahead of President Trump’s second term.
  • The ordinance prohibits holding individuals solely for civil immigration detainers.

Quote – Molly Line [02:38]:
“Zero individuals were detained by the BPD and zero individuals were transferred to ICE custody... The act prohibits police from detaining a person solely on a civil immigration detainer.”

• Boston’s police commissioner wants immigrants to feel safe reporting crimes and engaging with police.

5. Aftermath of the Historic Winter Storm

• [03:16] Officials warn of another storm after one already impacted 230 million Americans.
• Nate Foy in NYC reports:
  • At least 34 deaths in 14 states due to extreme cold.
  • New York City saw 10 deaths; Hudson River partially iced over.
  • Boston: 8th largest snowfall in city history (23+ inches at Logan Airport).
  • Power outages affecting Texas to Kentucky; major airline disruptions in Boston, New York, Dallas.

Quote – Nate Foy [03:36]:
“The Northeast is bracing for a possible second snowstorm... Extreme cold temperatures are responsible for at least 34 winter storm related deaths in 14 states across the country.”

• [04:20] Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy promises a return to normal flight schedules soon.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• [00:16] B: “DHS Secretary Kristi Noem must resign or face impeachment.”
• [00:48] C (President Trump): “I don’t think it’s a pullback. It’s a little bit of a change.”
• [01:08] C (President Trump): “...the stock market is at 52 all time highs adding $9 trillion in value to your savings retirement account and 401ks.”
• [02:38] D (Molly Line): “Zero individuals were detained by the BPD and zero individuals were transferred to ICE custody... The act prohibits police from detaining a person solely on a civil immigration detainer.”
• [03:36] E (Nate Foy): “The Northeast is bracing for a possible second snowstorm... Extreme cold temperatures are responsible for at least 34 winter storm related deaths in 14 states across the country.”

Timestamps for Key Segments

• [00:03] Town hall attack on Ilhan Omar
• [00:16] Calls for DHS Secretary resignation
• [00:29] Omar's attacker apprehended; border patrol changes
• [00:54] President Trump on Minnesota, election, economy
• [01:20] Arizona border shooting incident
• [02:32] Boston PD and ICE detainer non-compliance
• [03:16] Winter storm aftermath and travel impacts
• [04:20] Return to normal flight operations expected

Overall Tone

The episode maintains a brisk, urgent cadence with Fox News’ signature focus on law enforcement, border security, and emerging political controversies. The correspondents deliver updates crisply, frequently quoting public officials and emphasizing ongoing challenges like immigration policy, national security, and disaster response.