Fox News Hourly Update – 5PM ET Newscast

Date: January 4, 2026
Main Theme:
Breaking developments in global and domestic news, focusing heavily on the dramatic capture of former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro by the US military, subsequent political and legal fallout, international unrest, travel disruptions, and public health alerts.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Nicolas Maduro in US Custody

• Arrest and Detention:

  • Former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro captured by US military, now held in New York City.
  • Legal proceedings have just begun, with an arraignment scheduled for tomorrow at noon Eastern.
  • Quote:
    • Paul Stevens (00:03): “Former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro is in custody in New York City following his capture by the US Military. But his legal problems may just be starting.”

• Public Reaction in New York:

  • Both celebration and protest outside the Brooklyn Metropolitan Detention Center.
  • Hundreds gathered, many waving Venezuelan flags—some cheering Maduro’s downfall, others chanting "release Maduro" and condemning the US military action.
  • Quote:
    • CB Cotton (00:13): “Since he's arrived here, we've seen both protest and celebration outside this prison...protesters chanting release Maduro right now and condemning the US Military action that got us to this point.”

2. Congressional Oversight and Debate

• Did Congress Need to Be Notified?
  • Split opinion among congressional leaders regarding prior notification for the military operation.
  • Rep. Rick Crawford, House Intelligence Committee Chair, defends non-disclosure, calling it a law enforcement action rather than a military one.
    • Quote:
      • Rick Crawford (01:07): “There was no congressional notification requirement here because this was a law enforcement action.”
  • Rep. Ami Berra (Democrat) insists Congress now needs a full plan and explanation, especially regarding future US involvement in Venezuela.
    • Quote:
      • Ami Berra (01:26): “You can't undo the past, so it really is about what comes next and how do you stabilize Venezuela.”

3. International Unrest: Unfolding Crisis in Iran

• Protests and Fatalities:
  • Deadly riots continue in Iran amid economic collapse; at least ten killed since Thursday, including new casualties from grenade explosions. Dozens arrested.
  • Key Stat: At least twelve fatalities so far due to overnight protests (01:39).

4. Global Impact: Travel Disruptions

• Caribbean Flight Chaos:
  • Many flights to and from the Caribbean (including Puerto Rico, Aruba, Virgin Islands) canceled or delayed after Maduro’s arrest.
  • Travelers stranded, including a Puerto Rican man worried about his mother’s access to medication.
    • Quote:
      • Puerto Rican Man (02:46): “The part that was worried me more was that my mother could run out of her...her medication.”
  • Airlines now reinstating service; hundreds of flights delayed, dozens canceled.

5. Other World News Highlights

• Nigeria Village Attack:
  • At least 30 villagers killed, several missing after a gunmen raid in Niger state's Borgul local area (03:08).
• Ukraine Diplomacy:
  • National security advisers from Europe and allied countries meet as part of a US-led push to negotiate an end to the Ukraine war; Zelensky says security guarantee plans have been shared with at least 18 countries.
• US Health Alert:
  • CDC warns of rapid spread of the drug-resistant fungus Candida auris in US hospitals—7,000 cases last year.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “Former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro is in custody in New York City following his capture by the US Military. But his legal problems may just be starting.”
  — Paul Stevens (00:03)

• “Since he's arrived here, we've seen both protest and celebration outside this prison...protesters chanting release Maduro right now and condemning the US Military action that got us to this point.”
  — CB Cotton (00:13)

• “There was no congressional notification requirement here because this was a law enforcement action.”
  — Rick Crawford (01:07)

• “You can't undo the past, so it really is about what comes next and how do you stabilize Venezuela.”
  — Ami Berra (01:26)

• “The part that was worried me more was that my mother could run out of her...her medication.”
  — Puerto Rican Man (02:46)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• 00:03: Maduro’s capture and custody update
• 00:13: Coverage of protests outside Brooklyn jail
• 00:47: Congressional debate on notification requirements
• 01:39: Deadly protests and unrest in Iran
• 02:16: Caribbean flight disruption aftermath
• 02:28: Stranded travelers and airline response
• 03:08: Nigeria village attack, Ukraine diplomacy, US health alert

Episode Tone & Language

The reporting maintains a fast-paced, urgent tone, typical of breaking news coverage, with direct quotations and succinct analysis from both hosts and field correspondents. The focus is on factual updates, immediate consequences, and competing viewpoints from political figures, reflecting the real-time tension and complexity of the news events described.