Fox News Hourly Update – 5AM ET 01/14/2026

Host: Ted Lindner, FOX News Podcasts
Date: January 14, 2026

Episode Overview

This concise news update delivers breaking headlines and developing stories from around the globe, with a strong focus on political tensions in Iran, updates on US diplomatic moves, domestic legal developments, and notable health news. The episode also covers high-profile US political figures and their current legal entanglements, while concluding with a public health alert.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Iran Protests and US Response

• President Trump’s Support for Iranian Protesters
  • Despite a communications blackout, President Trump publicly encouraged Iranian demonstrators.
  • Trump signaled actionable support was forthcoming, mentioning a variety of possible aid including economic assistance.
  • Quote (President Trump, via Bill Melusion):
    “Keep protesting, take over your institutions if possible, and save the name of the killers and the abusers that are abusing you. You’re being very badly abused.” (00:19)
• Reports on Violence in Iran
  • Over 2,000 demonstrators have reportedly been killed amid ongoing protests (00:30).
  • Trump is considering military action in response to the crackdown.
  • All meetings with Iranian officials are suspended until the killing ends.
  • Iran has responded by warning it is prepared for any US intervention and accused Trump of inciting further violence.
• Senator John Fetterman’s Stance
  • Expressed openness to US intervention, aiming to “break this awful regime.”
    Quote:
    “I’m open to this idea that there could be a catalyst or some kinds of engagement or an action, you know, from our nation could put thing over the top and break this awful regime.” (02:58)

2. US Legal and Justice Updates

• ICE Officer Shooting in Minneapolis
  • The Justice Department will not open a civil rights investigation into the fatal shooting of a woman by a US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer.
  • Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche indicated a lack of basis for civil rights inquiry, despite FBI involvement (00:50).
  • Federal officials claim the officer acted in self-defense, but Minnesota authorities have raised concerns about access to evidence and jurisdiction.

3. Major Corporate News

• Saks Global Files for Bankruptcy
  • Parent company of Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, and Bergdorf Goodman filed for Chapter 11 late Tuesday (Houston, Texas).
  • The bankruptcy underscores ongoing challenges in the retail sector (01:45).

4. Venezuelan Prisoners Released

• Release of US Detainees
  • Interim Venezuelan government has freed at least four US citizens formerly held under Nicolás Maduro’s regime.
  • The State Department calls this “an important step in the right direction.” (02:32)

5. High-Profile Congressional Oversight

• Bill Clinton Subpoenaed in Epstein Investigation

  • Former President Bill Clinton failed to appear under federal subpoena before the House Oversight Committee (03:23).
  • Hillary Clinton has also been subpoenaed.
  • Clinton’s lawyers argue the subpoenas are “invalid and legally unenforceable,” and no Democrat members attended.
  • Congressional contempt proceedings may follow, and any prosecution decision would rest with Attorney General Pambondi.

• Context:

  • Clinton has been known to associate with Epstein before Epstein’s indictment, but has not been implicated (04:01).

6. US Public Health Alert

• Increasing Measles Cases Nationwide
  • 124 new confirmed cases reported in South Carolina.
  • Ongoing outbreak in the Arizona-Utah border region (418 cases since August).
  • 2025 marked the worst year for US measles outbreaks since 1991 (04:10).

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• President Trump’s Rallying Cry (~00:19)
  “Keep protesting, take over your institutions if possible, and save the name of the killers and the abusers that are abusing you. You’re being very badly abused.”
  (Quoted by Bill Melusion, Fox News)

• Senator John Fetterman on Intervention (~02:58)
  “I’m open to this idea that there could be a catalyst or some kinds of engagement or an action, you know, from our nation could put thing over the top and break this awful regime.”
  (Sound courtesy of Fox’s Hannity)

• Bill Clinton Subpoena Response (~03:41)
  “Clinton’s lawyers call the subpoenas, quote, invalid and legally unenforceable.”
  (Bill Melusion, Capitol Hill)

Important Segments & Timestamps

• 00:03 - 01:00: Iran protests, US government reaction, President Trump’s statements, and possible military action.
• 01:00 - 01:45: DOJ decision on ICE shooting; concerns over investigation and jurisdiction.
• 01:45 - 02:02: Saks Global bankruptcy filing.
• 02:32 - 02:48: Release of US prisoners in Venezuela; update on US-Iran tensions.
• 02:48 - 03:23: Senator Fetterman supports intervention in Iran; update on Clinton/Epstein House Oversight events.
• 03:23 - 04:01: Bill Clinton fails to appear before Capitol Hill committee; potential for holding in contempt.
• 04:01 - 04:29: Measles outbreaks and national health warning.

This episode provides a fast-paced, factual overview of ongoing global and domestic news, with particular emphasis on US-Iran relations, American political investigations, and immediate public health risks — all delivered in the authoritative tone of FOX News Radio.