Fox News Hourly Update – 3PM ET, February 11, 2026
Host: Lisa Brady, featuring Ainsley Earhart, Ted Lieu, Pam Bondi, and other correspondents
Main Theme: The latest headlines including major crime investigations, Congressional hearings, Olympics leadership controversies, breaking celebrity news, global politics, redistricting, and developments in the pharmaceutical and retail industries.
Episode Overview
This episode delivers a timely round-up of national and international news, touching on a new lead in the Arizona Nancy Guthrie case, contentious Congressional hearings involving the Attorney General, fallout from the Epstein files, the death of actor James Van Der Beek, ongoing US-Israel-Iran tensions, a significant redistricting debate in Maryland, and Amazon’s further expansion into the prescription drug market.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Nancy Guthrie Investigation Intensifies
- [00:03] Lisa Brady reports an “extensive search in the Catalina foothills” as the FBI escalates the ongoing investigation in Arizona following the public release of surveillance images showing a masked man at Nancy Guthrie’s front door.
- "An extensive search in the Catalina foothills. That's how the FBI describes what's happening now in the Nancy Guthrie investigation..." – Lisa Brady ([00:03])
- [00:17] Ainsley Earhart notes a significant increase in public tips and confirms the family does not recognize the masked individual from the footage.
- "The FBI says the number of tips coming in increased significantly after these images and footage were released..." – Ainsley Earhart ([00:17])
- [00:30] Lisa Brady adds that a man detained for questioning was released, and the FBI is offering a $50,000 reward for information.
2. Congressional Hearing: Epstein Files & AG Pam Bondi
- Epstein files dominate questions, especially from Democrats, at a House hearing with Attorney General Pam Bondi.
- [00:45] Ted Lieu: "There is no evidence that Donald Trump has committed a crime. Everyone knows that this has been the most transparent presidency." ([00:45])
- [00:55] Pam Bondi, disputes the comment: "Just lied under oath. There is ample evidence that in the Epstein fight..." ([00:55])
- Contentious exchange: Ted Lieu and Pam Bondi spar over accusations of lying and evidence availability. Bondi insists it's all "on videotape" ([01:01]).
- [01:04] Lisa Brady summarizes: Democrats accuse the administration of a cover-up and of weaponizing the Justice Department, charges Bondi denies.
3. Olympics 2028: Casey Wasserman Remains Chairman
- [01:04] Lisa Brady: Reports the LA Olympic committee will let Casey Wasserman stay on after a review of his connection to the Epstein files.
- No wrongdoing is alleged, but documents showed an exchange of flirtatious emails with Ghislaine Maxwell in 2003.
4. Celebrity News: James Van Der Beek Dies
- [01:38] Lisa Brady: Announces the death of actor James Van Der Beek at age 48, following a battle with colorectal cancer since 2024.
- "Best known for the 90s series Dawson's Creek, but also movies including Varsity Blues.” – Lisa Brady ([01:37])
- Pam Bondi quotes Van Der Beek's famous movie line: "'I don't want your life.'" ([01:44])
- Family statement: He passed peacefully, survived by his wife and children.
5. US-Israel-Iran Developments
- [03:01] Lisa Brady: Reports President Trump and Israeli PM Netanyahu have just concluded a White House meeting, coinciding with major regime demonstrations in Iran.
- [03:09] Pam Bondi: Describes massive crowds in Tehran burning American and Israeli flags and chanting anti-US/Israel slogans, marking the anniversary of the Islamic Revolution.
- "Many chanted Death to America and Death to Israel as they walked over and burned the flags of both countries." – Pam Bondi ([03:09])
- Iranian president vows to continue defiance amid US-Iran talks.
- [03:09] Pam Bondi: Describes massive crowds in Tehran burning American and Israeli flags and chanting anti-US/Israel slogans, marking the anniversary of the Islamic Revolution.
6. Redistricting Battle in Maryland
- [03:41] Jamie Raskin: Urges Maryland Democrats to support a new redistricting map, already passed in the House but facing Senate opposition.
- Cites concerns that mid-cycle redistricting may disrupt election timelines and risk Democratic seats.
- Raskin: Aligns with CA Gov. Newsom in positioning the redistricting as a strategy against the Trump administration ([03:41]).
7. Amazon Expands Prescription Delivery
- [04:18] Lisa Brady: Reports Amazon will nearly double its same-day prescription delivery coverage, notably adding Idaho and Massachusetts.
- [04:23] Pam Bondi: "Amazon's been pushing into the prescription drug market since buying pill pack in 2018… especially easier for patients to access medication in rural or remote areas..." ([04:23])
- Move is positioned as a solution for areas suffering pharmacy closures and staffing shortages.
8. Market Update
- [04:48] Lisa Brady: "The close on Wall Street, stocks remain mixed. The Dow is down 53 points. The S&P and the NASDAQ are higher." ([04:48])
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
- Ted Lieu ([00:45]): “There is no evidence that Donald Trump has committed a crime. Everyone knows that this has been the most transparent presidency.”
- Pam Bondi ([00:55]): “Just lied under oath. There is ample evidence that in the Epstein fight…”
- Pam Bondi ([01:44]): “Playing football at West Canaan may have been the opportunity of your lifetime, but I don't want your life.”
- Pam Bondi ([03:09]): “Many chanted Death to America and Death to Israel as they walked over and burned the flags of both countries.”
- Pam Bondi ([04:23]): “Amazon's been pushing into the prescription drug market since buying pill pack in 2018…”
Timestamps for Important Segments
- Nancy Guthrie Investigation: [00:03] – [00:30]
- Epstein Files & AG Hearing: [00:30] – [01:04]
- Olympics/Casey Wasserman: [01:04] – [01:15]
- James Van Der Beek’s Death: [01:37] – [01:44]
- US-Israel-Iran Diplomacy & Protests: [03:01] – [03:28]
- Maryland Redistricting Debates: [03:41] – [04:18]
- Amazon Prescription Expansion: [04:18] – [04:48]
- Stock Market Update: [04:48] – [04:58]
Conclusion
This concise but information-rich episode traverses urgent breaking news in crime, politics, international affairs, and consumer trends, layered with both in-depth comment and rapid updates. The tone is urgent and matter-of-fact, with moments of pointed political exchange and cultural reflection, offering listeners a comprehensive snapshot of the day's major developments.
