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Fox News Hourly Update

Episode: 5AM ET 01/19/2026 Newscast

Date: January 19, 2026
Host: Ted Lindner, Fox News Podcasts

Episode Overview

This episode delivers the latest news headlines, focusing on ongoing unrest in Minnesota, international tensions over U.S. interest in Greenland, a train crash in Spain, upcoming Winter Olympics news, key NFL playoff results, and the 40th observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Key News Highlights & Insights

1. Unrest in Minnesota and Possible Military Involvement

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- Protests continue in Minneapolis involving pro- and anti-ICE groups.
- President Trump threatens the use of the Insurrection Act to deploy U.S. soldiers.
- 1,500 active-duty troops from Alaska’s 11th Airborne Division placed on standby.
- State National Guard activated but not yet deployed by Governor Tim Walz.
- Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and other local leaders voice concerns about potential federal military involvement.
- Rejection of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's proposal for "designated protest zones."
- Quote – Ashley Strohmeier:
  “The Trump administration is putting 1,500 active duty soldiers on standby to deploy to Minneapolis... Mayor Jacob Frey warns it would be a shocking step if President Trump invoked the Insurrection Act and sent troops to Minneapolis.” [00:14]

2. U.S. Tariff Threats Over Greenland and EU Response

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- The U.S. considers tariffs on EU allies to pressure Denmark into selling Greenland.
- EU leaders delay decisions, label the potential tariffs as "blackmail."
- Denmark urges President Trump to reconsider and use diplomacy.
- NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte discusses ongoing negotiations with President Trump.
- U.S. insists acquisition is crucial for national security and mineral resources.
- Quote – Stephanie Bennett:
  “Denmark’s foreign minister says they’re trying to get President Donald Trump to abandon the idea of purchasing Greenland and explore a more diplomatic path forward... EU leaders are in talks in Brussels and one option thrown out there is hitting the U.S. with retaliatory tariffs.” [01:06]

3. Train Crash in Spain

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- High-speed train derails in southern Spain near Malaga en route to Madrid.
- At least 39 fatalities, dozens injured, some severely.
- The derailment caused a collision with another passenger train.

4. 2026 Winter Olympics & U.S. Delegation

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- The Winter Olympics in Italy are less than three weeks away.
- Vice President J.D. Vance to lead the American delegation, including notable political figures and Olympic champions.
- Opening ceremony scheduled for February 6 in Milan.
- Quote – Ted Lindner:
  “Vice President J.D. Vance is gonna lead an American delegation and attend the opening ceremony in Milan February 6th. That delegation includes Secretary of State Marco Rubio, the Vice President’s wife Usha Vance, as well as a host of previous American Olympic gold medal winners.” [02:32]

5. NFL Playoff Roundup

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- Recap of Sunday’s NFL playoff games featuring classic playoff weather:
  - Patriots defeat Texans 28:16, force five turnovers, advance to play Broncos.
  - Broncos' starting QB Bo Nix is out with a fractured ankle; Jarrett Stidham to start next.
  - Rams narrowly edge Bears in overtime; will face the Seahawks.
  - Seahawks dominate 49ers 41:6.
- Quote – Tim McMaster:
  “The Patriots intercepted C.J. Stroud four times and turned over the Texans five times in the snow in a 28:16 win. They’ll head to Denver next week to take on the Broncos, who will be without starting quarterback Bo Nix…” [02:55]

6. Martin Luther King Jr. Day: 40th Federal Observance

[03:38–04:25]
- Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day marks its 40th federal observance.
- Official federal holiday established in 1983 after 15 years of advocacy; first observed January 20, 1986.
- The King Holiday and Service Act of 1994 encourages the day as one of community service.
- Quote – Tanya J. Powers:
  “The move to recognize the civil rights leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner came just four days after his assassination in 1968, but it took another 15 years of grassroots efforts and public support before it was made official…” [03:45]

Notable Quotes & Moments

Minnesota Unrest:
“Mayor Jacob Frey warns it would be a shocking step if President Trump invoked the Insurrection Act and sent troops to Minneapolis.” – Ashley Strohmeier [00:14]
Tariff Diplomacy:
“EU leaders are in talks in Brussels and one option thrown out there is hitting the U.S. with retaliatory tariffs.” – Stephanie Bennett [01:06]
Martin Luther King Jr. Day:
“President Ronald Reagan signed the bill into law in 1983, designating the third Monday in January as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day.” – Tanya J. Powers [03:45]
NFL Playoff Injury:
“They’ll head to Denver next week to take on the Broncos, who will be without starting quarterback Bo Nix after he fractured his ankle...” – Tim McMaster [02:55]

Timestamps of Key Segments

Unrest in Minnesota and Military Response: [00:02–00:47]
U.S.-EU Diplomacy Over Greenland: [00:47–01:37]
Spain Train Accident: [01:37–02:00]
Winter Olympics Preview: [02:32–02:55]
NFL Playoff Wrap-up: [02:55–03:38]
Observance of MLK Jr. Day: [03:38–04:25]

This newscast provides quick, high-impact updates across national unrest, international diplomacy, major incidents abroad, sports highlights, and historic moments in civil rights, capturing the tone of urgency and factual reporting characteristic of Fox News Radio.

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The unrest in Minnesota continues. I'm Ted Lindner. Fox News. President Trump has threatened to use the Insurrection act to send soldiers to Minneapolis where anti ICE protesters have been demonstrating. Fox's Ashley Strohmeier with more.
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The Trump administration is putting 1500 active duty soldiers on standby to deploy to Minneapolis. That's where pro and anti ICE protesters have been demonstrating for weeks. The troops are from the 11th Airborne Division based in Alaska. And Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey warns it would be a shocking step if President Trump invoked the Insurrection act and sent troops to Minneapolis. People marched and rallied once again in sub zero temperatures on Sunday. President Trump's threat to send in troops comes a day after Minnesota Governor Tim Walz mobilized the state's National Guard. They have been activated but not yet deployed.
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Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Fry has also rejected Homeland Security Kristi Noem's idea of creating designated protest zones. Major EU leaders decide Sunday to wait a couple of weeks to see if President Trump pulls the tariff trigger and imposes fines on several EU allies to force Denmark into selling Greenland to the U.S. but they've had a lot to say about the threat, including calling it blackmail.
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Denmark's foreign minister says they're trying to get President Donald Trump to abandon the idea of purchasing Greenland and explore a more diplomatic path forward. EU leaders are in talks in Brussels and one option thrown out there is hitting the U.S. with retaliatory tariffs. They could meet again. On Thursday. NATO's Secretary General Mark Rutted a phone call with President Trump saying they will continue working on this. President Trump insists it's critical for America's national security. Also, the land is rich in minerals.
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And that's Fox's Stephanie Bennett. And a high speed passenger train crashes in southern Spain Sunday night killing at least 39 people on board. Dozens of others were wounded. Somewhat serious injuries. The train traveling from Malaga, Spain on the southern coast up to Madrid when the train derailed and jumped onto the parallel train track, crashing when another oncoming passenger train happened on a flat stretch of track renovated in America's Listening to Fox News.
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The 2026 Winter Olympics, hosted by Italy less than three weeks away. Vice President J.D. vance is gonna lead an American delegation and attend the opening ceremony in Milan February 6th. That delegation includes Secretary of State Marco Rubio, the vice president's wife, Usha Vance, as well as a host of previous American Olympic gold medal winners. Another Sunday of NFL playoff games Fox's Tim McMaster recapping it all for us.
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Some classic NFL playoff weather Sundays set the stage for next weekend's conference champions in New England. The Patriots intercepted C.J. stroud four times and turned over the Texans five times in the snow in a 28:16 win. They'll head to Denver next week to take on the Broncos, who will be without starting quarterback Bo Nix after he fractured his ankle in Saturday's win over the Bills. Former Patriot Jarrett Stidham will start in the nfc, The Rams overcame single digit wind chill temperatures and a wild Caleb Williams game tying touchdown in the final minute to beat the Bears 2017 in overtime. They'll head to Seattle to face a Seahawks team that dismantled the Niners 416 on Saturday. I'm Tim McMaster, Fox News and Today's.
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The federal holiday that honors the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Fox's Tanya J. Powers with more this year marks the.
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40Th observation of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day as a federal holiday. The move to recognize the civil rights leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner came just four days after his assassination in 1968, but it took another 15 years of grassroots efforts and public support before it was made official. President Ronald Reagan signed the bill into law in 1983, designating the third Monday in January as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The first official day of observance was January 20, 1986. Former President Clinton signed the King Holiday in Service act in 1994, which encourages observation of the holiday as a day of community service. TANYA J.
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Powers, FOX News and I'm Ted Lindner.
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