3AM ET 01/19/2026 Newscast

Summary

Fox News Hourly Update — 3AM ET 01/19/2026 Newscast

Host: Various FOX News Reporters
Date: January 19, 2026
Duration: ~04:30 (excluding ads and promos)

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Overview

This newscast delivers rapid updates on key headlines from the US and abroad. Coverage includes escalating tensions between the US and EU over Greenland, anti-ICE protests and federal responses in Minnesota, the upcoming Winter Olympics, major NFL playoff news, the observation of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and an historic NYC nurses’ strike.

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Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. US-EU Tensions Over Greenland (00:02–00:48)

• President Trump’s Tariff Threats:
  EU leaders are monitoring President Trump, who is threatening tariffs and fines on EU allies to pressure Denmark into selling Greenland to the US.
  • The move has been described by EU officials as “blackmail.”
• EU Diplomatic Efforts:
  Denmark’s foreign minister and EU diplomats are urging Trump to use a more diplomatic approach.
  • Possible EU retaliation could involve tariffs against the US if “tariff trigger” is pulled.
  • NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte is in talks with Trump, aiming for continued dialogue.
• US Perspective:
  Trump frames Greenland’s purchase as critical for US national security due to its mineral resources.

Notable Quote:

“Major EU leaders deciding Sunday to wait a couple of weeks to see if President Trump pulls the tariff trigger … including calling it blackmail.” — Ted Lindner (00:02)

“Denmark’s foreign minister says they’re trying to get President Donald Trump to abandon the idea of purchasing Greenland and explore a more diplomatic path forward.” — Reporter (00:18)

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2. Anti-ICE Protests and DOJ Response in Minnesota (00:48–01:39)

• Military Readiness:
  The Pentagon is preparing to deploy up to 1,500 soldiers as anti-ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) protests intensify.
• Justice Department Stance:
  DOJ refuses to begin a civil rights probe into the shooting of Renee Goode by an ICE agent, despite calls from local politicians.
  • Deputy US Attorney General Todd Blanche: Investigation is not currently warranted.
• Minnesota’s Response:
  Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Fry insists Minnesotans will not back down from protesting ICE actions, vowing peaceful resistance.

Notable Quotes:

“That will only be done when it’s appropriate to investigate. And that is not the case here.” — Todd Blanche (01:06–01:20)

“We’re not going to be intimidated. We’re not backing down. We’re going to grin this bear and do so again with peace.” — Mayor Jacob Fry (01:31)

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3. 2026 Winter Olympics Preparations (01:47–02:02)

• Event: Winter Olympics, to be held in Italy, kick off in three weeks.
• US Delegation: Vice President J.D. Vance will lead the American team at the opening ceremony on February 6th in Milan.

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4. NFL Playoff Highlights (02:32–03:17)

• AFC Conference:
  The Patriots beat the Texans (28:16) on a snowy field, will face the Broncos, who just lost QB Bo Nix to injury.
• NFC Conference:
  The Rams win an overtime thriller against the Bears; they’ll meet a dominant Seahawks team next.

Notable Quote:

“Some classic NFL playoff weather Sunday set the stage for next weekend’s conference championships... The Patriots intercepted C.J. Stroud four times and turned over the Texans five times in the snow...” — Tim McMaster (02:37)

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5. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Observance (03:17–04:05)

• Holiday Milestone:
  This is the 40th federal observance of MLK Jr. Day.
• History:
  The holiday became law in 1983, after grassroots activism; first observed January 20, 1986.
• Service Emphasis:
  Bill Clinton’s 1994 King Holiday and Service Act encourages citizens to honor MLK by serving their communities.

Notable Quote:

“It took another 15 years of grassroots efforts and growing public support before it was made official.” — Tonya J. Powers (03:26)

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6. New York City Nurses’ Strike (04:05–04:28)

• Strike Enters Seventh Day:
  Over 15,000 NYC nurses continue their walkout, the city’s largest ever.
• Key Issues:
  Strikers demand better pay, improved health benefits, union rights, and job security.
• Negotiations: Ongoing into the coming week.

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Memorable Moments & Quotes (with Timestamps)

• “Major EU leaders... including calling it blackmail.” — Ted Lindner (00:02)
• “Denmark’s foreign minister says they’re trying to get President Donald Trump to abandon the idea of purchasing Greenland...” (00:18)
• “That will only be done when it’s appropriate to investigate. And that is not the case here.” — Todd Blanche (01:19)
• “We’re not going to be intimidated. We’re not backing down. We’re going to grin this bear and do so again with peace.” — Mayor Jacob Fry (01:31)
• “The Patriots intercepted C.J. Stroud four times and turned over the Texans five times in the snow...” — Tim McMaster (02:37)
• “It took another 15 years of grassroots efforts and growing public support before it was made official.” — Tonya J. Powers (03:26)

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Timestamps for Major Segments

• US-EU/Greenland Tension: 00:02–00:48
• Minnesota Anti-ICE Protests/DOJ: 00:48–01:39
• Winter Olympics: 01:47–02:02
• NFL Playoff Recap: 02:32–03:17
• MLK Jr. Day Observance: 03:17–04:05
• NYC Nurses’ Strike: 04:05–04:28

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This broadcast delivers concise, up-to-the-minute news with a focus on US policy, global tensions, civil rights, sports, and labor issues—all with FOX News’ distinct, fast-paced tone.

Transcript

[A]

Waiting on President Trump. I'm Ted Lindner, FOX News. Major EU leaders deciding Sunday to wait a couple of weeks to see if President Trump pulls the tariff trigger and imposes fines on several EU allies to force Denmark into selling Greenland in the U.S. but they've had a lot to say about the threat, including calling it blackmail.

[B]

Denmark's foreign minister says they're trying to get President Donald Trump to abandon the idea of purchasing Greenland and explore a more diplomatic path forward. EU leaders are in talks in Brussels and one option thrown out there is hitting the US with retaliatory tariffs. They could meet again on Thursday. NATO's Secretary General Mark Rutte held a phone call with President Trump saying they will continue working on this. President Trump insists it's critical for America's national security. Also, the land is rich in minerals.

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Fox's Stephanie Bennett, the Pentagon issuing prepared to Deploy orders to 1500 US soldiers as anti ICE protests escalate in Minnesota. This is the Justice Department standing by its decision to not begin a civil rights probe into the deadly shooting of a woman by an ICE agent in Minneapol. Fox's Granal Scott with more Deputy U.S.

[C]

Attorney General Todd Blanche on FOX News Sunday said while members of Congress and the governor of Minnesota believe a civil rights probe of Renee Goode's fatal shooting is warranted, that will only be done when it's appropriate to investigate.

[A]

And that is not the case here.

[C]

It wasn't the case when it happened and it's not the case today. Minnesota's Democratic Mayor Jacob Fry on NBC's Meet the Press said despite not getting that Minnesotans will keep standing up to ice.

[D]

We're not going to be intimidated. We're not backing down. We're going to grin this bear and do so again with peace.

[C]

So far, President Trump has held off on invoking the Insurrection act to stop the protests. Gernall Scott, Fox News and the 2026.

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Winter Olympics hosted by Italy, now three weeks away. Vice President J.D. vance going to lead an American delegation and attend the opening ceremony in Milan on February 6th. America's listening to Fox News.

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Another Sunday of NFL playoff games Fox's Tim McMaster recapping it all for us.

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Some classic NFL playoff weather Sundays set the stage for next weekend's conference championships in New England. The Patriots intercepted C.J. stroud four times and turned over the Texans five times in the snow in a 28:16 win. They'll head to Denver next week to take on the Broncos, who will be without starting quarterback Bo Nix after he fractured his ankle in Saturday's win over the Bills. Former Patriot Jarrett Stidham will start. In the nfc, The Rams overcame single digit wind chill temperatures and a wild Caleb Williams game tying touchdown in the final minute 20 to beat the Bears 2017 in overtime. They'll head to Seattle to face a Seahawks team that dismantled the Niners 416 on Saturday. I'm Tim McMaster.

[A]

Fox News today is the federal holiday that honors the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Fox's Tonya J. Powers with more this year marks the.

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40Th observation of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day as a federal holiday. The move to recognize the civil rights leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner came just four days after his assassination in 1968. But but it took another 15 years of grassroots efforts and growing public support before it was made official. President Ronald Reagan signed the bill into law in 1983, designating the third Monday in January as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The first official day of observance was January 20, 1986. Former President Clinton signed the King Holiday in Service act in 1994, which encourages observation of the holiday as a day of community service. TANYA J.

[A]

Powers, FOX NEWS and a massive New York City nurses strike now into day seven. It's the largest nurses walkout in city history. Officials say more than 15,000 workers are on strike, picketing for better pay and health benefits along with union rights and also job security. Negotiations are expected to continue this week. I'm Ted Lindner. This is Fox News.

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