6PM ET 06/21/2026 Newscast

Summary

Fox News Hourly Update – 6PM ET 06/21/2026

Host: Debra Valentine (FOX News Podcasts)
Date: June 21, 2026

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Episode Overview

This newscast offers rapid-fire updates on major developing stories, focusing on US-Iran nuclear negotiations, a high-profile sports comeback, crime news from Washington D.C. and the Midwest, and international political turmoil. The tone is brisk, factual, and urgent, with frequent attributions and direct quotes from relevant figures.

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Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. US-Iran Nuclear Negotiations in Switzerland

[00:02–01:18]

• The US and Iran are conducting talks in Switzerland under a 60-day memorandum of understanding.
• FOX’s Kevin Cork reports these discussions focus on Iran’s nuclear program, with top US officials—including Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner, the Vice President, and Pakistan’s Prime Minister—participating.
  • "They continue to hold talks over the regime's nuclear program or lack thereof, while special envoy Steve Witkoff and the president's son in law Jared Kushner, partner with the vice president and Pakistan's prime minister, all in an effort to convince the regime to change for their own good." — Kevin Cork [00:20]
• Domestic skepticism remains high in Congress because of Iran’s historical reluctance to honor agreements.
• Senator Lindsey Graham warns of serious military and diplomatic consequences if talks fail:
  • “If this diplomatic effort fails, President Trump is going to take the Strait of Hormuz. We're going to run it. We're going to try to get Saudi Arabia to join the Abraham Accords and the Arab Israeli conflict in 2026. And if Iran continues to attack Israel and Lebanon, the new policy will be we'll hit Iran.” — Lindsey Graham [00:59]
  • Graham’s comments indicate a willingness to use force and a broader regional strategy involving Saudi Arabia and the Abraham Accords.

2. Serena Williams Returns to Professional Tennis

[01:18–01:49]

• Serena Williams announced, via social media, entry into Wimbledon’s ladies singles as a wildcard.
• This marks her first singles event since retiring after the 2022 US Open. She began her comeback recently with a professional doubles tournament.
• There was speculation about her singles return after being slated to play doubles at Wimbledon with her sister Venus.
  • “The now 44 year old started her comeback in June when she played in a professional doubles tournament. And she was already expected to play doubles at Wimbledon with her sister Venus, which kicked off speculation that she was also eyeing a return to singles.” — Greg Thompson [01:25]

3. Vandalism at the Reflecting Pool and America’s 250th

[02:16–02:41]

• Multiple arrests—including a former US Olympian—have been made in connection with vandalism of the newly restored reflecting pool in DC, part of preparations for America’s 250th birthday celebrations.
• US Attorney Jeanine Pirro underscores the administration’s commitment to prosecutions:
  • “There [are] citations that have been handed out to individuals and these are cases that will be prosecuted to the full extent.” — Jeanine Pirro [02:28]
• Ongoing repairs to the pool are being rushed to completion before Independence Day after further damage (algae, peeling coating). Officials say the initial restoration work itself was not faulty.

4. Manhunt for Oscar Sanchez Munoz in Kansas and Missouri

[02:41–03:47]

• Intense search for Oscar Sanchez Munoz, who is considered armed and dangerous and connected to multiple violent incidents across two states.
• Police say he is responsible for five highway shootings in Kansas City and a tense overnight standoff in Independence, Missouri. The home was set on fire during the standoff, but Munoz escaped.
  • “He’s the prime suspect in five shootings on a highway Tuesday night in Kansas City. After that string of shootings, police found Sanchez Munoz about 10 miles away at a home in Independence, Missouri, where there was then an intense overnight standoff. The standoff ended with the home getting set on fire. Sanchez Munoz was then nowhere to be found...” — Madison Scarpino [03:05]
• At least one person was killed, several others injured; the violence occurred near Arrowhead Stadium during FIFA World Cup matches.
• This suspect is also wanted for another shooting earlier in the month in Kansas.

5. British Political Upheaval

[03:47–End]

• British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is reportedly expected to resign as early as Monday amid party dissatisfaction and waning support.

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Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “If this diplomatic effort fails, President Trump is going to take the Strait of Hormuz... and if Iran continues to attack Israel and Lebanon, the new policy will be we'll hit Iran.”
  — Senator Lindsey Graham [00:59]

• “There [are] citations that have been handed out to individuals and these are cases that will be prosecuted to the full extent.”
  — Jeanine Pirro [02:28]

• “He’s the prime suspect in five shootings on a highway...The standoff ended with the home getting set on fire. Sanchez Munoz was then nowhere to be found...”
  — Madison Scarpino [03:05]

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Timestamps for Important Segments

• US-Iran Nuclear Negotiations: [00:02–01:18]
• Serena Williams’ Wimbledon Comeback: [01:18–01:49]
• Reflecting Pool Vandalism & America 250: [02:16–02:41]
• Kansas/Missouri Shooting Spree & Manhunt: [02:41–03:47]
• UK Prime Minister Starmer’s Expected Resignation: [03:47–End]

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This episode blends high-stakes international politics, breaking crime reports, and a major sports comeback—all delivered in the signature brisk and direct FOX News tone.

Transcript

[Debra Valentine]

The US And Iran negotiating. I'm Debra Valentine. FOX News. Negotiations continuing today between officials from Iran and the United States in Switzerland as the 60 day memorandum of understanding between the two countries is in effect. We get more from FOX's Kevin Cork reporting from the White House.

[Kevin Cork]

They continue to hold talks over the regime's nuclear program or lack thereof, while special envoy Steve Witkoff and the president's son in law Jared Kushner, partner with the vice president and Pakistan's prime minister, all in an effort to convince the regime to change for their own good. Meantime, back here at home, some lawmakers continue to express skepticism about the long term prospects for peace because of the regime's past behavior and the fact that they rarely, if ever actually honored the deals they signed.

[Debra Valentine]

One of those lawmakers is Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina, the Republican warning of what would happen if negotiations between the US And Iran fall through.

[Senator Lindsey Graham]

If this diplomatic effort fails, President Trump is going to take the Strait of Hormuz. We're going to run it. We're going to try to get Saudi Arabia to join the Abraham Accords and the Arab Israeli conflict in 2026. And if Iran continues to attack Israel and Lebanon, the new policy will be we'll hit Iran.

[Debra Valentine]

Graham on CBS's Face the Nation Arguably the greatest women's tennis player of all time is officially out of retirement.

[Greg Thompson]

The announcement coming on social media that Serena Williams will be in the ladies singles field at Wimbledon as a wildcard. The the first singles event for the 23 time Grand Slam winner since she retired following the 2022 US Open. The now 44 year old started her comeback in June when she played in a professional doubles tournament. And she was already expected to play doubles at Wimbledon with her sister Venus, which kicked off speculation that she was also eyeing a return to singles.

[Debra Valentine]

That's fox's Greg Thompson. Williams has the second most grim Slam singles titles. America's listening to FOX News.

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[Debra Valentine]

Multiple people, including a former US Olympian have now been arrested for allegedly vandalizing the newly renovated reflecting pool in the nation's capital. U.S. attorney for D.C. jeanine Pirro comments on FOX NEWS Live.

[Jeanine Pirro]

The president has made it a priority to make D.C. not only safe but beautiful and there citations that have been handed out to individuals and these are cases that will be prosecuted to the full extent.

[Debra Valentine]

The historic reflecting pool, recently restored as part of the America 250 celebration, is again undergoing repairs after reports of algae and peeling coating surfaced. Officials say the initial restoration work was not faulty. Crews are working around the clock to finish new repairs before the fourth of July. Authorities are on the hunt for a man connected to multiple violent incidents across Kansas and Missouri. Fox's Madison Scarpino.

[Madison Scarpino]

The suspect, Oscar Sanchez Munoz, is considered armed and dangerous. The intense search for Sanchez Munoz comes as police say he's responsible for multiple violent incidents in both Missouri and Kansas. He's the prime suspect in five shootings on a highway Tuesday night in Kansas City. After that string of shootings, police found Sanchez Munoz about 10 miles away at a home in Independence, Missouri, where there was then a intense overnight standoff. The standoff ended with the home getting set on fire. Sanchez Munoz was then nowhere to be found, and the reported brother of the suspect is saying their family now has no place to live. All of this is happening as Sanchez Munoz is wanted for a separate shooting in Kansas earlier this month.

[Debra Valentine]

At least one person was killed in the shootings. Several others sustained serious injuries. All of this happening just miles away from Arrowhead Stadium, where several FIFA World cup matches were being played. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is reportedly expected to resign as soon as Monday. It comes amid growing pressure over his leadership and declining support within his own Labour Party. I'm Debra Valentine. This is FOX News.