4AM ET 06/28/2026 Newscast

Summary

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Fox News Hourly Update – 4AM ET 06/28/2026

Host: Debra Valentine
Date: June 28, 2026

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Episode Overview

This episode delivers the latest global and national headlines including escalating military action between the U.S. and Iran, new ceasefire arrangements on the Israel-Lebanon border, a key Senate primary result, an investigation into Governor Gavin Newsom’s finances, and updates on humanitarian relief efforts following earthquakes in Venezuela.

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Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Escalation in U.S.–Iran Hostilities

[00:02–01:00]

• Ongoing retaliatory strikes between the U.S. and Iran after two cargo vessels were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz.

• U.S. airstrikes targeted multiple Iranian military assets:

  • Air defenses, drone facilities, missile, radar, and mine-laying sites.

• Iran’s response: Missiles and drones launched at U.S. sites in Kuwait and Bahrain, with no significant casualties or damages reported.

• Tehran alleges U.S. broke the ceasefire, threatening diplomatic talks.

• The sequence began with a drone attack on a vital cargo ship, sparking U.S. retaliation and further Iranian counterattacks.

  Notable Quote:

  • “The U.S. and Iran trading new strikes overnight, testing their already fragile ceasefire.”
    — Chanley Painter ([00:14])

2. Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire Agreement: Disarmament of Hezbollah

[01:00–01:38]

• New ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon involves the gradual disarmament of Hezbollah.

• Israel’s UN Ambassador details that the Lebanese army is expected to take over positions along the border.

  Notable Quote:

  • “We need the Lebanese army to deploy and to assume those positions. So it will be a gradual process... if the implementation will be successful, we will not see Hezbollah next to our border."
    — Danny Dudan, Israel’s Ambassador to the U.N. ([01:23])

3. U.S. Politics: GOP Senate Primary in Louisiana

[01:38–02:00]

• Congresswoman Julia Letlow, endorsed by former President Trump, secures a win in Louisiana’s GOP U.S. Senate primary.
• Letlow will face Democrat Jamie Davis in the November election.

4. Investigation into Governor Gavin Newsom’s Finances

[02:32–03:26]

• DOJ investigating Newsom and his wife for alleged “pay-to-play” schemes with contributors receiving appointments.

• Newsom claims the investigation is politically motivated, tied to his potential presidential ambitions.

  Notable Quotes:

  • “They’re demanding records. They’re abusing the grand jury process, digging through years and years of random documents. Donald Trump isn’t just coming after me because of my mean tweets. He’s coming after me because I’m considering running for president.”
    — Governor Gavin Newsom ([02:54])

  • “There were, quote, no boundaries to what Donald Trump will do to get his way, unquote.”
    — Newsom’s wife’s statement ([03:26])

5. Earthquake Relief Efforts in Venezuela

[03:26–04:23]

• Intense rescue and aid operations ongoing after catastrophic earthquakes in Venezuela: at least 1400 dead.

• Volunteer and aid response is massive, with over $1 million in donations and U.S. military rescue teams active.

• Venezuelans express gratitude for the Trump administration’s rapid mobilization of relief resources.

  Notable Moment:

  • “Hundreds of volunteers have shown up. So many people are here they had to turn some away. The support is immense.”
    — Dana Murray McNichol ([03:43])

  • “[A volunteer] told me hundreds of family, friends, teachers are gone. The pain is unimaginable.”
    — Dana Murray McNichol ([04:10])

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Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

| Timestamp | Speaker | Quote | |-----------|--------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | 00:14 | Chanley Painter | “The U.S. and Iran trading new strikes overnight, testing their already fragile ceasefire.” | | 01:23 | Danny Dudan | “We need the Lebanese army to deploy and to assume those positions. So it will be a gradual process...” | | 02:54 | Gavin Newsom | “They’re demanding records... Trump isn’t just coming after me because of my mean tweets. He’s coming after me because I’m considering running for president.” | | 03:26 | Newsom's Wife | “There were, quote, no boundaries to what Donald Trump will do to get his way, unquote.” | | 03:43 | Dana McNichol | “Hundreds of volunteers have shown up. So many people are here they had to turn some away. The support is immense.” | | 04:10 | Dana McNichol | “[A volunteer] told me hundreds of family, friends, teachers are gone. The pain is unimaginable.” |

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Segment Timestamps

• U.S.–Iran Hostilities & Regional Escalation: 00:02–01:00
• Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire Disarmament Details: 01:00–01:38
• GOP Senate Primary Win in Louisiana: 01:38–02:00
• Governor Newsom Investigation Details & Reactions: 02:32–03:26
• Venezuela Earthquake Relief Efforts: 03:26–04:23

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Tone

The broadcast maintains FOX News’ signature urgent, punchy news style, relaying breaking updates, direct quotes, and succinct analysis. The language is factual, with both official statements and strong, personal attributions from those involved in ongoing political and humanitarian situations.

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This summary encapsulates all of the episode’s substantive news content and provides key moments and quotes for listeners seeking a detailed update on current events as of June 28, 2026.

Transcript

[Debra Valentine]

Fighting continues. I'm Debra Valentine, Fox News. The U.S. continuing strikes against Iran after a second Karo ship was struck in the strait of Hormuz. Fox's Chanley Painter reports from New York.

[Chanley Painter]

The U.S. and Iran trading new strikes overnight, testing their already fragile cease fire. US Officials say they struck more sites around the Strait of Hormuz, citing continued Iranian aggression. The strikes targeted several Iranian military sites, including air defenses, drone facilities, missiles, radar and mine laying capabilities. Tehran quickly responded, saying it launched missiles and drones at the US Assets in Kuwait and Bahrain. No major damage or casualties have been reported. The IRGC says the US Broke the ceasefire and could now end diplomatic talks. The escalation began on Thursday when Tehran attacked a cargo ship with a drone in the Vital Waterway. The US Responded with strikes on western Iran. Iran retaliated by targeting US Facilities in Bahrain and an oil tanker.

[Debra Valentine]

Bahrain and Kuwait said today that Iran targeted their nations with drone and missile fire overnight after new U.S. airstrikes hit Iran. Part of the new ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon includes Hezbollah disarmament. Israel's ambassador to the United Nations, Danny Dudan, joining Fox News Live, explaining the agreement's implementation.

[Danny Dudan]

We need the Lebanese army to deploy and to assume those positions. So it will be a gradual process. And at the end of this process, hopefully if the implementation will be successful, we will not see Hezbollah next to our border. That is the most crucial point for us.

[Debra Valentine]

The US Helped broker that agreement. Another candidate backed by President Trump claiming victory. Republican Congresswoman Julia Letlow, endorsed by President Trump, won Louisiana's GOP U.S. senate primary on Saturday. She'll face Democrat Jamie Davis in November. America's listening to Fox News.

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[Debra Valentine]

an investigation is underway into California Governor Gavin Newsom's finances over allegations that he and his wife may be involved in several pay to play schemes. Fox's Max Gordon reports from Los Angeles.

[Max Gordon]

The official information about the investigation is scarce and the Department of Justice still hasn't publicly acknowledged it. Still, this is what Governor Newsom had to say about what's going on.

[Gavin Newsom]

They're demanding records. They're abusing the grand jury process, digging through years and years of random documents. Donald Trump isn't just coming after me because of my mean tweets. He's coming after me because I'm considering running for president.

[Max Gordon]

While Newsom alleges that the investigation is purely political, and according to reporting from the California Post, there have been numerous instances where donors, tribal leaders and business executives received political appointments shortly before or after they made contributions to Newsom linked political and charitable organizations.

[Debra Valentine]

Newsom's wife released a statement saying there were, quote, no boundaries to what Donald Trump will do to get his way, unquote. Rescue efforts continue and donations are pouring in following earthquakes in Venezuela. Fox's Dana Murray McNichol reports from Florida.

[Dana Murray McNichol]

Hundreds of volunteers have shown up. So many people are here they had to turn some away. The support is immense. Over a million dollars worth of donations already in hand here at the warehouse. Now many business Venezuelans, you tell me that they are thankful for how quickly the Trump administration moved resources into the country. U.S. southern Command addressing the damage and coordination of military efforts. We have the most elite search and rescue crews from the US and their canines on the ground. And I did speak to one volunteer from Laguaira, the area most affected. He told me hundreds of family, friends, teachers are gone. The pain is unimaginable.

[Debra Valentine]

At least 1400 people have died. I'm Debra Valentine. This is FOX News.

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