Fox News Hourly Update: 3AM ET 01/22/2026 Newscast

Main Theme:
The episode delivers brisk, comprehensive coverage of major U.S. and international news headlines as of January 22, 2026, including developments on U.S.-Europe relations, a verdict in the Uvalde school shooting case, protests over immigration policy, winter storm preparations in Philadelphia, and a major business acquisition.

1. President Trump Backs Off Tariffs Amid NATO-Greenland Negotiations

[00:03 – 00:54]

• President Trump pulls back tariff threats on Europe after what he describes as a "potential NATO agreement" regarding the Arctic and Greenland.

  • Trump cites a "breakthrough" and a potential "great one for the United States of America and all NATO nations." (Speaker A quoting Trump, 00:14)
  • Key quote:

    “If consummated, it will be a great one for the United States of America and all NATO nations.”
    — President Trump (via Jared Halpern, [00:17])

• NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte reportedly met with Trump; the agreement remains undisclosed but is enough for Trump to pause scheduled tariffs.

  • Observers note this is a major shift in tone after tensions over Trump’s push for a U.S. takeover of Danish-controlled Greenland—a move considered destabilizing for NATO.
  • Key point: The move is interpreted as Trump seeking to avoid fracturing the transatlantic alliance.

2. Uvalde Police Officer Adrian Gonzalez Found Not Guilty

[00:54 – 01:34]

• A Texas jury returns a not guilty verdict for former Uvalde police officer Adrian Gonzalez, charged with failing to respond quickly during the May 2022 school shooting.

  • He faced 29 charges; defense argued he "drove into danger that day."
  • Emotional statement from Gonzalez:

    “I want to start by thanking God for this. My family, my wife and these guys are here. He put them in my path, you know, and I'm just thankful for that. And thank you for the jury for considering all the evidence and making that verdict.”
    — Adrian Gonzalez ([01:16])

• Context:
  The incident, one of the deadliest school shootings, prompted national debate about school safety and gun policy. 19 children and 2 teachers were killed.

3. Federal Judge Blocks Release of Epstein Files

[01:34 – 02:00]

• A federal judge rules that lawmakers cannot force the Justice Department to release all files related to the Jeffrey Epstein case.
  • Judge states he lacks jurisdiction to appoint an outside expert to enforce such compliance.
  • This decision delays any further public access to Epstein prosecution materials.

4. Vice President J.D. Vance Visits Minneapolis Amid Immigration Protests

[02:40 – 03:26]

• Vice President J.D. Vance heads to the Twin Cities to address ongoing and at times violent protests over immigration enforcement.

  • Plans to hold a roundtable discussion on "restoring law and order" and meet with local leaders.
  • The protests were fueled by federal immigration actions, including two ICE-involved shootings.
  • Context from reporter:

    “President Trump has also ordered active-duty troops from Alaska on standby if needed to assist ICE and Border Patrol officers.”
    — Jeff Manaso ([03:07])

• Minnesota's Governor Tim Walz (critic of ICE operations) put the National Guard on standby to support law enforcement.

5. Philadelphia Braces for Major Winter Storm

[03:26 – 04:14]

• South Philadelphia grocery stores see a surge in shoppers as residents prepare for an anticipated major snowstorm.

  • Scenes of packed stores, crowded aisles, and restocking efforts.
  • A shopper shares his storm prep:

    “I got milk, bread, butter, peppers, some good toilet paper. You gotta have that. I got some ham steaks, some baked potatoes, some mashed potato on the side and some beans.”
    — Ben Di Patrizio ([03:54], [04:04])

• National Weather Service prediction:
  80% probability of at least 6 inches of snow in Philly and surrounding areas by Monday.

6. Nathan’s Famous Hot Dogs Sold to Smithfield Foods

[04:14 – 04:41]

• Nathan’s Famous and its hot dog brand sold to Smithfield Foods in a $450 million all-cash deal.
  • Marks a significant acquisition in the U.S. food industry.

Notable Quotes & Moments (with Timestamps)

• President Trump (as reported):

  “If consummated, it will be a great one for the United States of America and all NATO nations.”
  (00:17)

• Adrian Gonzalez (Uvalde officer):

  “I want to start by thanking God for this. My family, my wife and these guys are here...”
  (01:16)

• Ben Di Patrizio (Philly resident):

  “I got milk, bread, butter, peppers, some good toilet paper. You gotta have that.”
  (03:54)
  “I got some ham steaks, some baked potatoes, some mashed potato on the side and some beans.”
  (04:04)

• Reporter Jeff Manaso:

  “President Trump has also ordered active duty troops from Alaska on standby if needed to assist ICE and Border Patrol officers.”
  (03:07)

Segments & Timestamps

• 00:03 – President Trump, NATO, and Greenland negotiations
• 00:54 – Uvalde police officer Adrian Gonzalez trial verdict and reaction
• 01:34 – Federal judge's ruling on Epstein case files
• 02:40 – Vice President Vance’s Minneapolis visit & immigration protest fallout
• 03:26 – Philadelphia storm preparation and resident reactions
• 04:14 – Nathan’s Famous sold to Smithfield Foods

Tone:
Direct, urgent, and informative, offering listeners a succinct yet detailed update on the day’s major stories and reactions from both officials and everyday Americans.