6AM ET 06/19/2026 Newscast

Summary

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Fox News Hourly Update – 6AM ET (June 19, 2026)

Host: Dave Anthony
Correspondents: Doug Loozator, Mark Caputo, Jared Halpern, Adam Klotz, Kevin Uretsky
Air Date: June 19, 2026

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Episode Overview

This episode delivers a concise roundup of the morning’s top national and international headlines. Major coverage includes postponed U.S.-Iran diplomatic talks, escalations in the Middle East, U.S. domestic reactions to foreign policy and military actions, ongoing severe weather impacts, notable Medal of Honor ceremonies, observance of Juneteenth, U.S. Open golf updates, and World Cup soccer results.

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Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Postponement of U.S.-Iran Talks

[00:02–00:30]

• Plans Delayed: Vice President Vance was scheduled for talks in Switzerland with Iranian, Qatari, and Pakistani counterparts regarding regional security; these have now been postponed.
• Reason: Postponement follows Iran’s withdrawal, reportedly in response to renewed fighting in Lebanon, where Israeli forces targeted Hezbollah.
  • “The plans for upcoming technical talks have not been finalized and the US Delegation has been prepared to depart at the first available opportunity.” – Doug Loozator [00:09]
• Context: Four Israeli soldiers killed, with at least 18 more casualties reported. Iran demands Israeli withdrawal from the region, but Israel’s PM Netanyahu refuses. Vice President Vance calls on Israel for caution amid domestic criticism of U.S. policy.

2. U.S. Political Reactions to Iran Policy

[00:30–01:21]

• Presidential Defense: President Trump emphasizes his administration’s support for Israel, distinguishing his stance globally.
  • “Donald J. Trump is the only head of state in the entire world who is sympathet[ic] to the nation of Israel at this moment in time.” – Donald J. Trump [00:52]
• Nuclear Deal Scrutiny: Bipartisan criticism mounts over reported concessions to Iran, specifically regarding reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
  • “You had talked about you only wanted unconditional surrender and… the MOU doesn’t look like unconditional surrender.” – Mark Caputo [01:21]
  • “Well, it really probably is unconditional surrender. Yes, I think so.” – President Trump’s response [01:21]
• Military Posture: The U.S. military remains on standby in the Gulf, ready to respond if diplomatic efforts collapse.

3. U.S. Military Action Against Narco-Terrorists

[01:25–01:46]

• Operations Update: U.S. forces destroyed a suspected drug smuggler off the South American coast, killing three individuals labeled “narco terrorists.” Over 100 killed since September in U.S. attacks on drug transport vessels.

4. Severe Weather and Flooding in the Gulf Coast

[01:46–01:54]

• Storm Aftermath: The remnants of Tropical Storm Arthur continue to cause substantial rainfall and widespread flooding in Louisiana and Mississippi.
  • “We saw three flash flood emergencies across Louisiana and Mississippi.” – Adam Klotz [01:54]
• Impact: Some regions received over a foot of rain, with ongoing flood concerns.

5. Medal of Honor Ceremonies at the White House

[02:23–03:14]

• Honorees: President Trump honors three combat veterans:
  • Marine Corps Major James Capers (Vietnam)
  • Colonel John Ripley (Vietnam, posthumous)
  • Army Major Nicholas Dockery (Afghanistan)
• Citation Upgrade: All three recipients had their citations elevated due to advocacy efforts.
  • “As we approach the 250th anniversary of our founding, we remember that we owe everything to heroes like those we celebrate today.” – Mark Caputo [02:46]
  • Colonel Ripley’s award was presented posthumously.

6. Observance of Juneteenth

[03:14–03:41]

• Federal Holiday: Commemorates the date (June 19, 1865) when the last enslaved people were freed in Texas.
  • “Some Americans have today off. It’s Juneteenth, a federal holiday commemorating when the last slaves were freed in Texas after the Civil War.” – Dave Anthony [03:14]
• Closures: Schools, banks, and the stock market are closed in observance.

7. Sports Updates: U.S. Open Golf

[03:41–04:04]

• “Golf’s U.S. Open will resume at about a half hour at Shinnecock Hills on New York’s Long Island. Some players will finish round one after a fog delay yesterday morning.” – Dave Anthony [03:14]
• Standings:
  • 2023 champ Wyndham Clark leads at six under, ahead by four shots with two holes left in round one.
  • Keith Mitchell posts a remarkable comeback, shooting a 41 and then a 29 on his two nines—only the seventh 29 in U.S. Open history.
    • “The most unique round of the day. … just the seventh nine hole score of 29 in U.S. open history.” – Kevin Uretsky [03:41]

8. World Cup Soccer Results

[04:04–04:20]

• Highlights:
  • Mexico defeats South Korea, first to advance to knockout stage.
  • Canada shuts out Qatar.
  • Switzerland tops Bosnia and Herzegovina 4–1.
  • Canada and South Africa end in a tie.
  • Team USA faces Australia at 3pm ET.
• “Mexico shut out South Korea becoming the first team to advance to the next round.” – Dave Anthony [04:04]

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Memorable Quotes & Moments

• “Donald J. Trump is the only head of state in the entire world who is sympathet[ic] to the nation of Israel at this moment in time.” – Donald J. Trump [00:52]
• “Well, it really probably is unconditional surrender. Yes, I think so.” – President Trump [01:21]
• “We saw three flash flood emergencies across Louisiana and Mississippi.” – Adam Klotz [01:54]
• “As we approach the 250th anniversary of our founding, we remember that we owe everything to heroes like those we celebrate today.” – Mark Caputo [02:46]
• “Just the seventh nine hole score of 29 in U.S. Open history.” – Kevin Uretsky [03:41]

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Useful Timestamps

• [00:02] – Postponed U.S.-Iran Switzerland talks, violence in Lebanon
• [00:52] – Trump’s support for Israel, U.S. Iran policy controversy
• [01:25] – Drug smuggler bombed off South American coast
• [01:46] – Severe weather and flash flooding update
• [02:23] – Medal of Honor White House ceremony overview
• [03:14] – Juneteenth federal holiday details
• [03:41] – U.S. Open golf leader update
• [04:04] – World Cup soccer highlights

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This morning’s Fox News update covers key developments in U.S. foreign policy, security, commemorative ceremonies, ongoing weather threats, and major sports stories—offering a balanced overview of events driving national conversations.

Transcript

[Dave Anthony]

Vice President Vance was supposed to be in Switzerland. I'm Dave Anthony, FOX News. But he's not.

[Doug Loozator]

The talks between the U.S. iran, Qatar and Pakistan that were supposed to take place in Switzerland today have been postponed for the time being. A White House official tells this to Fox News. The plans for upcoming technical talks have not been finalized and the US Delegation has has been prepared to depart at the first available opportunity.

[Dave Anthony]

That's fox's Doug Loozator. Vance delays his trips after Iran suggested it wouldn't go upset over another flare up of fighting in Lebanon. Four Israeli troops were killed and reportedly at least 18 others as Israel went after Hezbollah targets. Iran demands Israel leave, which Prime Minister Netanyahu says won't happen. As many in Israel criticize the deal, Vice President Vance urges them to be careful.

[Donald J. Trump]

Donald J. Trump is the only head of state in the entire world who is sympathet to the nation of Israel at this moment in time.

[Dave Anthony]

The president's also facing a lot of questions about the Iran deal he says will prevent Iran from having nuclear weapons. Republicans have joined Democrats critical of the concessions given to reopen the Strait of Hormuz to shipping. Mark Caputo pressed the president on that on the Axio show you had talked about you only wanted unconditional surrender and. Well, the MOU doesn't look like unconditional surrender.

[Mark Caputo]

Well, it really probably is unconditional surrender. Yes, I think so.

[Dave Anthony]

The US Military went on the attack again off the South American coast, blowing up another suspected drug smuggler, killing three people considered narco terrorists. More than 100 of them have died in dozens of US attacks on alleged drug boats in September. Arthur wasn't a tropical storm for long, but the first one of the Atlantic season's remnants continue to rain down on the Gulf Coast.

[Adam Klotz]

Still a problem. And really yesterday we saw a ton of rain coming down. We saw three flash flood emergencies across Louisiana and Mississippi.

[Dave Anthony]

Foxman urologist Adam Klotz. Some of those areas got over a foot of rain. America's listening to FOX News.

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[Dave Anthony]

While the US military remains on standby in the Gulf in case the deal and cease fire with Iran falters, President Trump paid tribute to heroes from previous conflicts.

[Jared Halpern]

Marine Corps Major James Capers and Colonel John Ripley were awarded the Medal of honor for heroic actions during the Vietnam War. Army Major Nicholas Dockery was awarded the highest military honor for his actions in Afghanistan.

[Mark Caputo]

As we approach the 250th anniversary of our founding, we remember that we owe everything to heroes like those we celebrate today.

[Jared Halpern]

President Trump paid tribute to the three combat veterans. Colonel Ripley was awarded the medal posthumously. All three service members were initially awarded lower level citations, all eventually elevated to Medals of Honor due to advocacy from colleagues and veterans organizations. At the White House, Jared Halpern, FOX News.

[Dave Anthony]

Some Americans have today off. It's Juneteenth, a federal holiday commemorating when the last slaves were freed in Texas after the Civil War. On this date in 1865, schools and banks and post offices are closed and there will be no trading on Wall Street. Golf's U.S. open will resume at about a half hour at Shinnecock Hills on New York's Long Island. Some players will finish round one after a fog delay yesterday morning. Push times back and then later this hour, round two will tee off 2023

[Kevin Uretsky]

champ Wyndham Clark leads at six under. He has a four shot lead and got through 16 holes before play was suspended due to darkness. But listen to this, the most unique round of the day. American Keith Mitchell, he started on the back, shot 41 for his first nine holes, then turned around and shot 29 on his second nine, just the seventh nine hole score of 29 in U.S. open history.

[Dave Anthony]

That's Fox's Kevin Uretsky and soccer's World Cup. Mexico shout out South Korea becoming the first team to advance to the next round. Canada shut out Qatar. Switzerland top Bosnia and Herzegovina four one. Canada and South Africa tied. And today Team USA plays Australia at 3pm Eastern. I'm Dave Anthony. This is Fox News.

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