Fox News Hourly Update — 5PM ET, February 12, 2026

Episode Overview

This episode delivers a concise roundup of major news stories in the U.S. and internationally. The main themes include an immigration funding stalemate in Congress, regulatory changes at the EPA, ongoing investigation updates, international diplomatic tensions, public perception on immigration enforcement, and developments in Switzerland’s immigration policies. The newscast wraps up with Olympic results and Wall Street market movements.

Key Topics and Discussion Points

1. Homeland Security Funding Stalemate

[00:03-00:39]

• Stalemate on Capitol Hill: Congress faces a deadline as Homeland Security funding is set to expire.
  • Democrats are demanding changes to ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) operations.
  • Republicans assert that ICE funding was already extended and warn that a shutdown would impact other DHS agencies, including TSA.
• President Trump’s Position: Defends current enforcement and criticizes Democratic opposition.
  • Quote: “They want our law enforcement to be totally vulnerable and put them in a lot of danger. They have some things that are really very hard to, very, very hard to approve, frankly.” — President Trump, [00:12]
• Democrats’ Critique: Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer calls for reform.
  • Quote: “The American people need to see meaningful change and our Republican colleagues must work with us to make that change happen.” — Chuck Schumer, [00:31]

2. EPA Rolls Back Greenhouse Gas Regulations

[00:39-01:10]

• Policy Shift: EPA revokes Obama-era 2009 endangerment finding, dialing back greenhouse gas regulations on vehicles.
  • Chuck Schumer criticizes this move, indicating Congress never approved the mandates targeted by regulators.
  • Quote: “If Congress wants EPA to regulate the heck out of greenhouse gases emitted from motor vehicles, then Congress can clearly make that the law, which they haven't done for good reason.” — Chuck Schumer, [00:54]
• Administration’s Rationale: EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin critiques the previous policy as government overreach; President Trump blames it for damaging the auto industry and raising consumer prices.
• Expected Reaction: Legal challenges anticipated from environmental groups and Democratic governors.

3. Arizona Missing Person Investigation

[01:10-01:52]

• Nancy Guthrie Search: Day 12 of the investigation, with authorities expanding their evidence gathering.
  • The Pima County Sheriff’s Office using Ring and neighborhood apps to collect surveillance within a two-mile radius from January 1 to February 2, 2026.
  • Quote: “We are requesting all video footage that includes vehicles, vehicle traffic, people, pedestrians and anything you deem out of the ordinary or important to our investigation...” — Alicia Acuna, [01:33]

4. International Diplomacy: U.S.–Iran Nuclear Talks

[02:15-02:31]

• President Trump’s Warning: Strong rhetoric toward Iran ahead of more nuclear negotiations.
  • Quote: “If the deal isn't a very fair deal and a very good deal with Iran, then it's going to be a, I think a very difficult time for them.” — President Trump, [02:21]
• No explicit deadline is offered to avert possible military action.

5. Poll: Public Perception on Immigration Enforcement

[02:31-03:01]

• Poll Release (AP-NORC): A majority of Americans (about 60%) believe President Trump has overreached on immigration enforcement, particularly using federal agents at protests.
  • The percentage of Americans with an unfavorable view of ICE now matches this 60%, a marked increase from six years ago when a third were unfamiliar with the agency.
  • Quote: “About 6 in 10 people... say President Trump has overreached with his deployment of immigration agents and federal troops and by using federal law enforcement at protests.” — Chris Foster, [02:40]
• Political Impact: Republican advantage on immigration has weakened.

6. Switzerland Considers Immigration Cap

[03:01-03:43]

• Policy Proposal: A Swiss right-wing party has secured a referendum to cap the permanent resident population at 10 million until 2050.
  • Backers cite protection for environment, infrastructure, and social programs.
  • Critics argue it oversimplifies complex issues and risks breaking international agreements.
  • Quote: “Supporters say the action would protect the environment, infrastructure and the social safety net. Opponents argue the idea oversimplifies a complex issue and would violate Switzerland's international agreements.” — Jonathan Savage, [03:17]

7. Olympics: Snowboarding Upset

[03:43-03:54]

• Chloe Kim’s Setback: Attempting an unprecedented third Olympic snowboarding gold in the halfpipe, Chloe Kim falls on her final run and wins silver.
  • South Korea's Choi Gwan takes gold; Japan’s Mitsuko Ono earns bronze.

8. Market Update: Wall Street Slide

[03:54-End]

• AI-Induced Uncertainty: Wall Street sees a sharp decline attributed partly to anxiety about developments in AI.
  • Dow Jones falls by 669 points (below 50,000 mark), S&P drops more than 1%, NASDAQ down by 469.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• President Trump on Democratic Demands:
  “They want our law enforcement to be totally vulnerable and put them in a lot of danger. They have some things that are really very hard to, very, very hard to approve, frankly.” [00:12]
• Sen. Chuck Schumer on Immigration Reform:
  “The American people need to see meaningful change and our Republican colleagues must work with us to make that change happen.” [00:31]
• Chuck Schumer on EPA Rollback:
  “If Congress wants EPA to regulate the heck out of greenhouse gases emitted from motor vehicles, then Congress can clearly make that the law, which they haven't done for good reason.” [00:54]
• Alicia Acuna on Missing Person Efforts:
  “We are requesting all video footage ... anything you deem out of the ordinary or important to our investigation...” [01:33]
• President Trump on Iran Talks:
  “If the deal isn't a very fair deal and a very good deal with Iran, then it's going to be a, I think a very difficult time for them.” [02:21]
• Chris Foster on Public Opinion Poll:
  “About 6 in 10 people in this AP Nork poll say President Trump has overreached with his deployment of immigration agents and federal troops and by using federal law enforcement at protests.” [02:40]
• Jonathan Savage on Swiss Immigration Cap:
  “Supporters say the action would protect the environment, infrastructure and the social safety net. Opponents argue the idea oversimplifies a complex issue and would violate Switzerland's international agreements.” [03:17]

Important Segment Timestamps

• 00:03 — Capitol Hill funding standoff; immigration debate
• 00:39 — EPA rolls back vehicle emission rules
• 01:10 — Nancy Guthrie missing person search update
• 02:15 — U.S.–Iran nuclear talks, Trump’s comments
• 02:31 — New poll shows changing public sentiment on immigration
• 03:01 — Switzerland’s proposed population cap
• 03:43 — Winter Olympics halfpipe: Chloe Kim’s upset
• 03:54 — Wall Street downturn

Summary

This Fox News Hourly Update offers a brisk yet thorough overview of pressing political, environmental, and social issues, highlighting intensifying debates over immigration, environmental policy, public opinion, and international affairs. The reporting style is direct and detailed, with key statements from public figures, supported by polling and global context, making it a crisp resource for anyone needing to catch up on current events.