6AM ET 05/21/2026 Newscast

Summary

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Fox News Hourly Update – 6AM ET 05/21/2026: Episode Summary

Overview This episode of the Fox News Hourly Update covers major international and domestic headlines for May 21, 2026. Key stories include President Trump’s ongoing negotiations with Iran, new developments regarding Cuba’s Raul Castro, the chaos at U.S. airports after a runway sinkhole, economic troubles affecting American families, the historic SpaceX IPO, and highlights from the NBA playoffs.

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U.S.–Iran Nuclear Negotiations

• President Trump opting for patience:
  President Trump is waiting for suitable responses from Iran before moving forward with a potential nuclear deal aimed at resolving ongoing conflict.

  "President Trump is willing to wait a few days. ... as he says, he's waiting for the right answers from Iran hoping to make a nuclear deal to end the conflict."
  — Dave Anthony [00:03]

• Diplomatic efforts intensifying:
  Tehran is reviewing U.S. proposals, while Pakistan’s army chief considers a mediation trip to Iran.

• Sticking points in negotiations:
  Iran is demanding control over the Strait of Hormuz, lifting of sanctions, and withdrawal of U.S. troops—without providing a nuclear program resolution, which remains a U.S. red line.

  "Tehran has reportedly demanded control of the Strait of Hormuz, lifting of sanctions, and withdrawal of US Troops and has offered no resolution for its nuclear program, which is a red line for the president."
  — Madeleine Rivera [00:13]

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Public Opinion & Polling

• Growing opposition to military intervention:
  60% of those polled now oppose U.S. military involvement in Iran, according to Fox News polling.

  "The number of people surveyed who oppose U.S. military interaction in Iran has grown to 60%."
  — Dave Anthony [00:38]

• Dipping Presidential approval:

  • Overall approval: 39%
  • Approval for economic handling: 29%
  • Financial stress: Over half say gas prices are a major household issue and report worsening finances since 2024.

  "A little more than half of those polled said rising gas prices are a major problem for their families, with the same number saying their family's finances are worse now compared to two years ago."
  — Madeleine Rivera [00:50]

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Economic Updates

• Rising gas prices:
  Gas prices rise another cent overnight. National average now at $4.56/gal, up $0.54 from last month.
  — Dave Anthony [01:07]

• Stocks and Wall Street:
  Market futures remain mixed following a previous day's surge for the Dow and Nasdaq.

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International Affairs

Raul Castro Indicted

• U.S. action against former Cuban leader:
  Raul Castro, age 94, indicted by U.S. authorities for his alleged role as Cuba’s defense minister in the lethal shoot-down of planes flown by Miami exiles promoting democracy in Havana. Charges include conspiracy, destruction of aircraft, and murder.

  "The indictment against the now 94 year old Castro alleges that when he served as Cuba's defense minister, he authorized the use of deadly force on two small planes operated by Miami based exiles..."
  — Todd Blanch [01:18]

• Heightened diplomatic pressure:
  Trump administration increases pressure on Cuba’s socialist regime.

• Recent enforcement:
  U.S. military captured Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro in January, after a U.S. indictment.
  — Dave Anthony [01:51]

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U.S. Transportation & Security

• Flight delays and cancellations:
  A sinkhole at LaGuardia Airport’s runway led to 7,000 delays and 1,100 cancellations the previous day.
  — Dave Anthony [02:39]

• Airport security and funding debates:

  • Congressional hearing marks 25 years since 9/11.
  • Rep. Andrew Garbarino (R-NY): Urges need for updated security to counter new threats.
  • Chris Sununu (Airlines for America CEO): Advocates for ending diversion of passenger security fees, proposing all funds support actual security and economic stability.

  "This investment would not only strengthen national security, but also support economic stability and confidence."
  — Chris Sununu (paraphrased by Dave Anthony) [02:39]

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Business & Technology

SpaceX IPO

• Major financial news:
  Elon Musk’s SpaceX files for a historic IPO, expected to be valued at up to $2 trillion.

  "Musk unveiling SpaceX is filing for its blockbuster initial public offering with the securities and Exchange Commission... valuing Elon Musk Co. At up to $2 trillion."
  — Madeleine Rivera [03:38]

• Strategic plans:
  SpaceX plans to direct IPO funds to develop AI data centers in orbit.

• Timeline:
  SpaceX could list on the Nasdaq as soon as next month.
  — Hillary Barsky [03:56]

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Sports

NBA Playoffs Update

• Western Conference Finals:
  Oklahoma City Thunder ties series 1-1 against San Antonio Spurs after an intense Game 2.
  • MVP Shea Gilders Alexander scored 30 points, making a critical shot in the last two minutes.

  "Two time reigning MVP Shea Gilders Alexander with the biggest two of his game high 30 points. Oklahoma City hangs on 122 to 113..."
  — Greg Thompson [04:17]

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Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Iran Nuclear Standoff:

  "Tehran has reportedly demanded control of the Strait of Hormuz... no resolution for its nuclear program, which is a red line for the president."
  — Madeleine Rivera [00:13]

• Public Fatigue with Foreign Engagement:

  "The number of people surveyed who oppose U.S. military interaction in Iran has grown to 60%."
  — Dave Anthony [00:38]

• Economic Worries:

  "A little more than half... said rising gas prices are a major problem for their families, with the same number saying their family's finances are worse now compared to two years ago."
  — Madeleine Rivera [00:50]

• On Aviation Security Needs:

  "The security and efficiency of our travel system must keep pace with the increasingly sophisticated tools our adversaries leverage."
  — Rep. Andrew Garbarino (via Dave Anthony) [02:39]

• SpaceX IPO Potential:

  "The IPO is expected to raise a record amount of money valuing Elon Musk Co. at up to $2 trillion."
  — Madeleine Rivera [03:38]

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For listeners seeking succinct updates across politics, world affairs, business, tech, and sports, this episode delivers a sharp overview of May 21, 2026’s top headlines with attention to public sentiment, political developments, and powerful soundbites from the day’s newsmakers.

Transcript

[Dave Anthony]

President Trump is willing to wait a few days. I'm Dave Anthony, Fox News. As he says, he's waiting for the right answers from Iran hoping to make a nuclear deal to end the conflict.

[Madeleine Rivera]

Reuters reports Tehran is reviewing the responses from the US and that the Pakistani army chief is considering traveling to Iran today to help with the negotiations. The president has rejected previous proposals, deeming them insufficient. Tehran has reportedly demanded control of the Strait of Hormuz, lifting of sanctions, sanctions and withdrawal of US Troops and has offered no resolution for its nuclear program, which is a red line for the president.

[Dave Anthony]

Fox's Madeleine Rivera. A new Fox News poll. The number of people surveyed who oppose U.S. military interaction in Iran has grown to 60%. And Fox's Jessica Rosenthal reports President Trump's losing a little more support.

[Madeleine Rivera]

The latest Fox News poll shows 39% approve of the President's performance with just 29% approving his handling of the economy. A little more than half of those polled said rising gas prices are a major problem for their families, with the same number saying their family's finances are worse now compared to two years ago.

[Dave Anthony]

The price of the gas pump is up another penny today. Triple A's national average for regular $4.56 per gallon, $0.54 more than a month ago. Cuba's former leader Raul Castro indicted in

[Todd Blanch]

the U.S. adding to the escalating pressure by the Trump administration on Cuba's socialist government. The indictment against the now 94 year old Castro alleges that when he served as Cuba's defense minister, he authorized the use of deadly force on two small planes operated by Miami based exiles who had been dropping pro democracy leaflets over Havana. It charges him with conspiracy, destruction of aircraft and four counts of murder. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanch saying he expects Castro to face justice in the

[Dave Anthony]

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[Dave Anthony]

there are fewer flights delayed or grounded this morning. The day after 7,000 flights were delayed, 1,100 cancellations in the US in part because of a sinkhole found on a Runway at New York's LaGuardia Airport. The house held a hearing into airport security as this year marks 25 since the 911 terror attacks. New York Republican Congressman Andrew Garbarino said the threat environment has changed since TSA was formed and the security and efficiency of our travel system must keep pace with the increasingly sophisticated tools our adversaries leverage. Former New Hampshire governor and current CEO of Airlines for America Chris Sununu said that passenger security fees have to stop being diverted to items other than security. This investment would not only strengthen national security, but also support economic stability and confidence. Given your Etsy Fox News on Wall street stock futures are mixed, not moving much the morning after a big surge for the Dow and the Nasdaq as Elon Musk gets ready to launch a big name stock.

[Madeleine Rivera]

Musk unveiling SpaceX is filing for its blockbuster initial public offering with the securities and Exchange Commission. The IPO is expected to raise a record amount of money valuing Elon Musk Co. At up to $2 trillion. SpaceX plans to use the money to put artificial intelligence data centers in space.

[Dave Anthony]

Fox's Hillary Barsky SpaceX could on the Nasdaq as soon as next month. Now to the NBA playoffs.

[Greg Thompson]

Game 2 of the NBA's Western Conference Finals might not have gone to double overtime like game one between the Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio spurs did, but it was another really good one. Just a five point game with a minute and a half to play.

[Dave Anthony]

Gilder's out end on the attack holds back.

[Greg Thompson]

It hits at NBC two time reigning MVP Shea Gilders Alexander with the biggest two of his game high 30 points. Oklahoma City hangs on 122 to 113 and as the defending champs even the best of seven series at a game apiece.

[Dave Anthony]

That's Greg Thompson. I'm Dave Anthony and this is FOX News.