Fox News Hourly Update – 5AM ET 02/12/2026 Newscast

Podcast: Fox News Hourly Update
Host: Ted Lindner (FOX News Podcasts)
Date: February 12, 2026

Episode Overview

This episode delivers a concise roundup of the major national and international news as of the early morning of February 12, 2026. Topics covered include continuing US-Iran nuclear negotiations, the ongoing search for Arizona’s Nancy Guthrie, Congressional pressure for aviation safety reforms, a high-profile House judiciary hearing on Epstein-related documents, First Lady Melania Trump’s Valentine's Day visit at NIH, and the passing of actor James Van Der Beek.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. US-Iran Nuclear Talks

• Tension and Diplomacy:
  • President Trump reaffirmed a commitment to ongoing nuclear negotiations with Iran after extensive talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ([00:03]-[00:49]).
  • Netanyahu urged including Iran’s ballistic missile program and its support for terror groups in future talks.
  • President Trump expressed preference for a deal, but referenced US airstrikes in 2025 as a sign of America’s resolve.

Notable Quote (Jared Halpern):

"President Trump in a social media statement says his preference is a deal, but warns if not, we just have to see what the outcome is." ([00:27])

2. Arizona Missing Person Case: Nancy Guthrie

• Intensified Investigation:
  • Law enforcement expands search and canvassing efforts following new doorbell video footage showing a masked man at Guthrie's home ([00:49]-[01:43]).
  • Focus is on possible routes between Nancy Guthrie’s house and her daughter Annie’s residence, with Annie’s husband, Tomaso, being the last family member to see Nancy.
  • Uncertainty about individuals seen removing items from Annie Guthrie’s home—possibly authorities or private security—adds to the intrigue.

3. Aviation Safety and Congressional Pressure

• Aftermath of 2025 Air Collision:
  • Families of victims from the January 2025 airliner-army helicopter collision near DC are pressing Congress for urgent reforms ([01:43]-[02:00]).
  • 67 fatalities underscore the emotional charge and legislative stakes.

4. House Judiciary Hearing on Epstein Files

• Attorney General Pam Bondi Questioned:
  • Bondi appears before Congress regarding the Justice Department’s handling and redactions of files related to Jeffrey Epstein ([02:32]-[03:27]).
  • Accusations by Democrats (Jamie Raskin, Pramila Jayapal) about incomplete compliance and uneven redaction of victim and alleged abuser identities.
  • Bondi defends the Trump administration’s actions and apologizes to Epstein’s victims.

Notable Exchange:

Jamie Raskin: "Attorney General Pam Bondi has not properly complied with the law to release all of the Epstein related files they have, that many remain redacted." ([02:58])

Pramila Jayapal: "Some victims names were not redacted while the names of some of the alleged abusers were. She told Bondi to apologize to victims..." ([03:10])

Bondi in Response (Jessica Rosenthal):

"In her opening statement, Spondy called Epstein a monster and said she's sorry for what any victim of his went through and that any abuse victim should come forward to the FBI." ([03:27])

5. Melania Trump’s NIH Visit

• Valentine’s Day Celebration:
  • The First Lady visits the Children’s Inn at the National Institutes of Health to lift the spirits of young patients ([03:38]).
  • This is her first such visit in President Trump’s second term.

6. Death of Actor James Van Der Beek

• Public Figure Passes:
  • "Dawson’s Creek" star James Van Der Beek died at 48 after a colorectal cancer battle ([03:38]-[04:28]).
  • Family statement highlights his courage and faith in his final days.

Family Statement (Read by Ted Lindner):

"Our beloved James David Van Der Beek passed peacefully this morning. He met his final days with courage, faith, and grace... There’s much to share regarding his wishes, love for humanity, and the sacredness of time." ([03:54])

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On US-Iran Talks:
  "My preference is a deal, but warns if not, we just have to see what the outcome is." — President Trump (reported by Jared Halpern, [00:27])

• On Epstein Files Hearing:
  "She told Bondi to apologize to victims in the hearing room." — Jessica Rosenthal, summarizing Rep. Jayapal’s remarks ([03:14])

• On Van Der Beek’s Passing:
  "He met his final days with courage, faith and grace." — Family statement ([03:54])

Timestamps for Important Segments

• US-Iran Nuclear Talks: [00:03]-[00:49]
• Nancy Guthrie Missing Case: [00:49]-[01:43]
• Aviation Reform Advocacy: [01:43]-[02:00]
• Epstein Files Congressional Hearing: [02:32]-[03:27]
• Melania Trump at NIH: [03:38]
• James Van Der Beek Obituary: [03:38]-[04:28]

Fox News’ 5AM update delivers critical headlines with a brisk, news-focused tone, providing listeners with the latest developments in global politics, high-profile investigations, public safety demands, government oversight, and human interest stories.