4AM ET 06/09/2026 Newscast

Summary

Fox News Hourly Update – 4AM ET 06/09/2026 Newscast

Host: Sue Guzman
Date: June 9, 2026

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Episode Overview

This early-morning newscast delivers the latest top stories, focusing on developing international diplomacy between Iran and Israel following recent hostilities, high-stakes U.S. political maneuvers, key updates from major primary elections, and significant moves in the Trump administration. The tone is concise and matter-of-fact, blending urgent world affairs with high-profile domestic politics.

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Major Stories & Discussion Points

1. Iran–Israel Ceasefire Holding: Trump Mediation

• Ceasefire: A ceasefire is reportedly holding between Iran and Israel after a weekend of “back and forth” attacks.
• Presidential Intervention: President Trump states he brokered the pause after discussions with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu.
  • Trump (00:21): "They were going back and forth and now they both agreed through me to stop. And we're in the final throes of what will be a very, very good deal that will not allow in way, shape or form nuclear weapons."
• Strait of Hormuz: Trump speculates the vital waterway could reopen in two to three days if a peace deal is reached.
• Vice President Speaks: VP J.D. Vance expresses optimism about the negotiations.
  • J.D. Vance (00:48): "The Iranians don't want this war to continue...if we get to this deal, it's going to be a home run win for the American people."

Notable Quote:
"And we're in the final throes of what will be a very, very good deal that will not allow in way, shape or form nuclear weapons."
— Donald Trump (00:21)

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2. Military Incident Near Strait of Hormuz

• Helicopter Down: A US Army Apache helicopter crashed; both crew members rescued safely.
• Unclear Cause: President Trump confirms the incident but withholds details on whether it was caused by hostile fire or a mechanical failure.
  (Reported 01:00)

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3. LA City Council Election Shakeup

• Runoff: Republican Spencer Pratt is eliminated; progressive Nithya Raman proceeds to a November runoff against incumbent Mayor Karen Bass.
• Campaign Tensions: Bass’s team quickly frames Raman as soft on homelessness and police funding, emphasizing an impending tough campaign.
  • Bass Campaign Statement (01:27): "A campaign against Nithya Raman who allows encampments near schools and cuts the police force is one Mayor Bass is looking forward to winning."
• Political Dynamics: Raman consolidates voting lead after latest ballot adds; Bass camp shows confidence.

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4. Maine Senate Primary: Platner's Controversial Candidacy

• Primary Day: Democrat Graham Platner, despite controversies (including a covered Nazi tattoo), is a leading contender.
• Voter Perspective: Platner supporters focus on defeating incumbent Republican Senator Susan Collins, minimizing concerns over Platner’s past.
  • Maine Voter (02:53): "Throughout history, the only thing that's ever beat fascism is a broad based working class coalition and fascism is what we are up against."
  • Commentary (03:09): "They want to get rid of Susan Collins, take over the Senate, and that's the bottom line. He could be Adolf Hitler."
  • Platner (03:14): "Doesn't matter who he is."
• Opponents: Platner is challenged by David Costello and (nominally) Governor Janet Mills, who has suspended her campaign.

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5. Other Primary Elections

• Primaries are also taking place in North Dakota, Nevada, and South Carolina, but the headlines focus on Maine.
  (Mentioned 03:31)

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6. Justice Department Leadership & Internal Tensions

• Nomination: President Trump nominates Todd Blanche, currently Acting AG, for permanent Attorney General.
• Background: Blanche represented Trump in high-profile cases between his presidential terms.
• Bipartisan Criticism: Recent DOJ anti-weaponization compensation fund (~$1.8B) faces bipartisan pushback, causing the proposal to be put on hold.
  • Jared Halpern (03:42): "Blanche faced bipartisan criticism in recent weeks...Several Republicans have raised objections along with Democrats, leading to that proposed fund being put on hold."

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7. Judicial Ruling on H1B Visa Fee

• Fee Struck Down: President Trump's $100,000 H1B visa fee is invalidated by a federal judge.
• Reason: Judge rules the executive branch exceeded its authority by unilaterally imposing the fee.
  • (Reported 04:20)

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Notable Quotes & Moments

• Donald Trump:
  • "They were going back and forth and now they both agreed through me to stop. And we're in the final throes of what will be a very, very good deal..." (00:21)
• J.D. Vance:
  • "It's not in [the Iranians'] best interest. And I think they're coming to the table putting some real things on the table...if we get to this deal, it's going to be a home run win for the American people." (00:48)
• Bass Campaign:
  • "A campaign against Nithya Raman who allows encampments near schools and cuts the police force is one Mayor Bass is looking forward to winning." (01:27)
• Maine Voter:
  • "Throughout history, the only thing that's ever beat fascism is a broad based working class coalition..." (02:53)
  • "They want to get rid of Susan Collins, take over the Senate, and that's the bottom line. He could be Adolf Hitler." (03:09)
• Jared Halpern:
  • "Blanche faced bipartisan criticism in recent weeks...leading to [the anti-weaponization compensation] fund being put on hold." (03:42)

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Timestamps for Key Segments

• Iran–Israel Ceasefire & Trump Statement: 00:03 – 00:33
• VP Vance on Ceasefire: 00:48
• US Helicopter Incident: 01:00
• LA City Council Runoff Developments: 01:27 – 01:53
• Maine Senate Primary & Voter Reactions: 02:40 – 03:16
• Trump DOJ Nomination / DOJ Fund Criticism: 03:31 – 04:20
• H1B Visa Fee Struck Down: 04:20

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Summary

This update delivers major developments in U.S. foreign affairs and domestic political contests, highlighting Trump's assertive role in Middle East peace efforts, high-stakes primary battles marked by controversy and polarization, and ongoing turbulence at the upper levels of the justice system. With urgent tones and sharply drawn partisan contrasts, this episode serves as a punchy and up-to-the-minute snapshot of the political and geopolitical landscape as of June 9, 2026.

Transcript

[Sue Guzman]

Back on track. I'm Sue Guzman, FOX News. A ceasefire appears to be holding between Iran and Israel after the two sides launched attacks against each other over the weekend. President Trump insisting that Israel and Iran will not resume their strikes against one another after speaking with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

[Donald Trump]

They were going back and forth and now they both agreed through me to stop. And we're in the final throes of what will be a very, very good deal that will not allow in way, shape or form nuclear weapons.

[Sue Guzman]

President. Speaking with reporters at JFK Airport in New York, he predicted the Strait of Hormuz could be reopened within two to three days if a peace deal with Iran is reached. Vice President J.D. vance also optimistic that a deal can be struck soon, telling fox's Jesse Waters

[J.D. Vance]

primetime the Iranians don't want this war to continue. It's not in their best interest. And I think they're coming to the table putting some real things on the table. We're of course, going to verify it, but if we get to this deal, it's going to be a home run win for the American people.

[Sue Guzman]

Two US Crew members were safely rescued after their Army Apache helicopter gunship went down near the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump confirming that Monday night while speaking with reporters, but declined to say whether the chopper was shot down or may have had some kind of mechanical malfunction. Republican Spencer Pratt is out of the running as progressive City Council member Nithya Raman advanced to a November runoff against LA Mayor Karen Bass.

[Fox News Reporter]

Rahman responded, essentially saying that their fight continues. And Bass campaign was already on the attack after Rahman pushed ahead of Spencer Pratt by about 3,000 votes. After ballot dumps over the weekend, Bass campaign said, quote, a campaign against Nithya Raman who allows encampments near schools and cuts the police force is one Mayor Bass is looking forward to winning. So Bass appearing to be confident there.

[Sue Guzman]

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[Sue Guzman]

Today is primary day in Maine where despite a number of controversies. Democrat Graham Platner may go from Senate candidate to nominee at one of his

[Graham Platner]

final rallies in Portland, Maine, ahead of today. Graham Platner was focused on November and beyond.

[Maine Voter]

Throughout history, the only thing that's ever beat fascism is a broad based working class coalition and fascism is what we are up against.

[Graham Platner]

One Maine voter explained why he thinks Platner's many controversies, including a Nazi tattoo Platner says he's since covered, aren't problematic for many Democratic voters.

[Jared Halpern]

They want to get rid of Susan Collins, take over the Senate, and that's the bottom line. He could be Adolf Hitler.

[Donald Trump]

Doesn't matter who he is.

[Graham Platner]

His primary opponents include government worker and previous Senate candidate David Costello. While Governor Janet Mill's name remains on the ballot, she suspended her campaign in April over a lack of funding. The Republican incumbent, Senator Susan Collins, has no primary challenger. Jessica Rosenthal, Fox News.

[Sue Guzman]

The primary is also being held in North Dakota, Nevada and South Carolina. President Trump nominates the acting Attorney General Todd Blanche to lead the Justice Department. Fox's Jared Halpern with more from Washington.

[Jared Halpern]

President Trump has officially nominated Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche to lead the Justice Department on a permanent basis. Blanche has been serving as acting AG since April, when former Attorney General Pam Bondi resigned. Before his role in the Justice Department, Blanche represented President Trump in multiple investigations and trials between his two terms. Blanch faced bipartisan criticism in recent weeks over a nearly $1.8 billion Justice Department anti weaponization compensation fund. Several Republicans have raised objections along with Democrats, leading to that proposed fund being put on hold. In Washington, Jared Halpern, Fox News.

[Sue Guzman]

President Trump's $100,000 fee for H1B visas has been struck down by a federal judge, a judge concluding on Monday that the executive branch had exceeded its authority. I'm Sue Guzman. This is News

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