6AM ET 07/24/2026 Newscast

Summary

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Fox News Hourly Update – 6AM ET, July 24, 2026

Main Theme

This newscast centers on mounting U.S.-Iran military tensions in the Middle East, new legislative efforts by Congress to limit presidential war powers, and key domestic legal battles involving immigration, state disaster aid, and the impact of tech industry growth on U.S. energy infrastructure.

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Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. U.S. and Iran Escalation (00:03–01:13)

• Explosions near U.S. Base in Erbil, Iraq:
  Sue Guzman reports on multiple blasts near a U.S. military base in Erbil, signaling heightened danger for U.S. forces and the potential for increased conflict.

  • “We have word this morning of a series of explosions near a military base hosting U.S. forces in northern Iraq near Erbil.” (Sue Guzman, 00:04)

• Ongoing U.S. Strikes:
  The 13th consecutive night of U.S. strikes against Iranian assets has concluded. There is serious discussion in the White House about stronger military intervention.

  • "This comes as the U.S. wrapped up a 13th night of strikes against Iran and the president considering even stronger military action." (Sue Guzman, 00:13)

• President Trump’s Warning & Military Posture:
  Fox News cites Axios reporting and direct social media statements from President Trump, warning of major escalation if Iran or its proxies persist in targeting maritime interests.

  • “If the Iranian regime...doesn't stop attacking ships through the Strait of Hormuz, or if the regime's proxies don't stop doing the same in the Red Sea, they're going to get hammered.” (Fox News Correspondent, 00:31)
  • “The Houthis are a surrogate and/or proxy of Iran and major military punishment will be inflicted upon Iran and...the Houthis themselves.” (Reporter paraphrasing Trump, 01:00)

• Bahrain Reports Attacks:
  Bahraini targets also experience incoming air attacks overnight (Sue Guzman, 01:13).

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2. Congress and War Powers (01:13–01:55)

• House Restricts Presidential Authority:
  Chad Pergra covers a House resolution to limit President Trump’s ability to continue military actions in Iran. The measure passes with some bipartisan support but faces refusal in the GOP-led Senate.

  • “The House voting to shackle the president and end the fighting...Four Republicans joined all Democrats to halt the conflict.” (Chad Pergra, 01:29)
  • “The president's supporters claimed the vote undercuts American forces. The president's Senate allies rejected the House's Iran rebuke.” (Chad Pergra, 01:35)
  • Notable Senate split and ongoing party-line tensions highlighted.

• Senate Response:
  Senate Republicans argue that U.S. policy is working; Senate Democrats call for legislative intervention to end the war.

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3. Trump Administration Sues Colorado on In-State Tuition (02:23–03:04)

• Justice Department Lawsuit:
  The DOJ sues Colorado over laws granting in-state tuition and scholarships to non-citizens, arguing these rules disadvantage U.S. citizens and incentivize illegal immigration.

  • “The DOJ alleges the laws unconstitutionally discriminate against U.S. citizens who are not afforded the same reduced tuition rates or scholarships and create incentives for illegal immigration.” (Justice Department Spokesperson, 02:36)

• Ongoing Legal Campaign:
  This marks the 14th similar DOJ lawsuit, with prior cases targeting California, Maryland, and New Jersey.

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4. States Sue Trump Administration Over Disaster Aid Tied to Election Rules (03:04–03:51)

• FEMA/Election Rules Lawsuit:
  Over two dozen states challenge Trump era disaster aid requirements, which are conditioned on states assisting with DHS immigration enforcement and changing election procedures (such as voter citizenship verification).

  • “The lawsuit is challenging FEMA and homeland security policies, saying the administration is requiring states to...change election systems, like verifying the citizenship of every registered voter.” (Chill NATO, 03:18)

• Frequent Court Battles:
  Courts have often sided with states, notably on placing limits on federal funding strings.

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5. AI, Data Centers, and Rising Utility Costs (03:51–04:17)

• Administration Policies on Energy Costs:
  Sue Guzman reports that rapid expansion of AI-related data centers is driving up electricity demand, with the administration announcing new guidelines to ensure corporations, not consumers, bear the infrastructure cost.
  • “We know that the data centers in AI are dramatically increasing the demand for electricity. It's only fair that the cost...should be borne by the corporations themselves, not by the American consumers.” (Senate Representative/Politician, 04:01)

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Notable Quotes & Moments

• On U.S. Response to Iran:
  • “If the Iranian regime...doesn't stop attacking ships...they're going to get hammered.” (Fox News, 00:31)
  • “The Houthis are a surrogate and/or proxy of Iran and major military punishment will be inflicted upon Iran and...the Houthis themselves.” (00:58)
• On Congressional Reactions to War Powers:
  • “The House voting to shackle the president and end the fighting...Four Republicans joined all Democrats.” (Chad Pergra, 01:29)
• On In-State Tuition Lawsuits:
  • “The DOJ alleges the laws unconstitutionally discriminate against U.S. citizens.” (Justice Department, 02:36)
• On Disaster Aid and Election Law:
  • “If the states don't comply, they could see some cuts to federal funding in similar cases.” (Chill NATO, 03:32)
• On AI-Driven Infrastructure Costs:
  • “It's only fair that the cost...should be borne by the corporations themselves, not by the American consumers.” (04:08)

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Timestamps for Key Segments

| Timestamp | Segment | |-----------|-------------------------------------------| | 00:03 | Explosions near U.S. base in Iraq | | 00:31 | U.S. strikes and Trump’s threats | | 01:13 | House vote to restrict Iran conflict | | 02:23 | DOJ sues Colorado over tuition laws | | 03:04 | States sue over disaster aid requirements | | 03:51 | New policy on AI/data center energy costs |

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Tone & Concluding Notes

The episode maintains Fox News’ fast-paced and urgent newscast style, foregrounding both international security crises (U.S.-Iran conflicts) and contentious U.S. policy debates (immigration, disaster aid, tech regulation). The tone is serious, direct, and keyed to ongoing political and military developments, presenting multiple perspectives but with particular focus on Republican leadership and administration actions.

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Transcript

[Sue Guzman]

Day 13 of strikes. I'm Sue Guzman, Fox News. We have word this morning of a series of explosions near a military base hosting U.S. forces in northern Iraq near Erbil. A journalist with the Associated Press reporting at least seven blasts about 9:30am local time in the city. At least four plumes of blacksmith reported rising. This comes as the U.S. wrapped up a 13th night of strikes against Iran and the president considering even stronger military action.

[Narrator/Reporter (possibly Fox News correspondent)]

If the Iranian regime led by the IRGC doesn't stop attacking ships through the Strait of Hormuz, or if the regime's proxies don't stop doing the same in the Red Sea, they're going to get hammered. That, according to Axios. The outlet reports President Trump is stating very plainly he's considering a major escalation in the conflict with Iran. That warning comes amid a 13th consecutive day of attacks now completed on critical infrastructure and other assets. Oh, and there's more. He's also warning Iran's proxies, writing in a post on Social quote, the Houthis are a surrogate and or proxy of Iran and major military punishment will be inflicted upon Iran and of course, the Houthis themselves.

[Sue Guzman]

Fox's Kevin Cork, Bahrain also reported incoming air attacks overnight. The House has passed a resolution to restrict President Trump and halt the conflict in Iran. Here's Fox's Chad Pergra.

[Chad Pergra]

Split House Senate decision Current resolution is

[Senate Representative/Politician]

adopted and the motion is not agreed.

[Chad Pergra]

The House voting to shackle the president and end the fighting. Four Republicans joined all Democrats to halt the conflict. The president's supporters claimed the vote undercuts American forces. The president's Senate allies rejected the House's Iran rebuke. The Senate defeated a similar war powers measure, Republicans contending that the US Has Iran on the ropes. But Senate Democrats chided Republicans for not intervening in the war.

[Sue Guzman]

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[Sue Guzman]

The Trump administration is suing Colorado for providing in state tuition to non US Citizens.

[Justice Department Spokesperson]

The Justice Department is challenging Colorado statutes that require state colleges and universities to provide in state tuition rates, financial assistance and scholarships to those who are Colorado residents, regardless of whether they are in the U.S. illegally. The DOJ alleges the laws unconstitutionally discriminate against U.S. citizens who are not afforded the same reduced tuition rates or scholarships and create incentives for illegal immigration. The department says this is its 14th lawsuit challenging in state tuition available to non US citizens after bringing cases against states including California, Maryland and New Jersey.

[Sue Guzman]

Fox's Kristen Goodwin More than two dozen states are suing the Trump administration for Rick, requiring them to comply with election rules in order to get disaster aid.

[Chill NATO]

The lawsuit is challenging FEMA and homeland security policies, saying the administration is requiring states to help DHS with immigration enforcement and change election systems, like verifying the citizenship of every registered voter. If the states don't comply, they could see some cuts to federal funding in similar cases. Since the start of the president's second term, the courts have been frequently siding with states. A ruling last year barred the administration from putting conditions on other FEMA funding. No comment from the administration yet. In Washington. Chill NATO, FOX News.

[Sue Guzman]

The Trump administration tried to keep utility costs down for consumers as data centers have been going up all across the country. President announcing new guidelines for tech and AI companies yesterday.

[Senate Representative/Politician]

We know that the data centers in AI are dramatically increasing the demand for electricity. It's only fair that the cost of building the new infrastructure required to meet this demand should be borne by the corporations themselves, not by the American consumers.

[Sue Guzman]

I'm Sue Guzman. This is Fox News.

[Chad Pergra]

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