Fox News Hourly Update – 7AM ET 01/12/2026 Newscast

Podcast: Fox News Hourly Update
Host/Anchors: Dave Anthony, Ainsley Earhart, Tim McMaster, Ryan Schmell
Date: January 12, 2026
Duration: ~4 min 28 sec

Episode Overview

This episode delivers a rapid-fire rundown of major national and international news events. Main topics include the escalating protests in Iran, ongoing domestic controversies involving ICE and the Federal Reserve, updates from the entertainment industry, legislative battles in Congress, labor strikes, market trends, and NFL playoff highlights.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Iran Protests and U.S. Response

• Situation Report:
  • Iran’s government claims complete control over widespread protests, blaming Israel and the U.S. for the unrest.
  • President Trump warns of "very strong options" if Iran kills protesters and notes Iran’s expressed interest in negotiating.
  • Human rights activists: Over 500 deaths, 10,000+ detained.
• On-the-Ground Conditions:
  • A BBC correspondent shares that Tehran resembles a war zone—streets filled with blood and bodies, with authorities shutting down the Internet and phone lines.

Notable Quotes:

• [00:03] Dave Anthony: “The situation is under total control. … That’s what Iran’s foreign minister is saying about the protests that have raged for days, blaming Israel and the US they rule through violence.”
• [00:15] President Trump: “But we’re looking at it very seriously. The military is looking at it and we’re looking at some very strong options.”
• [00:34] BBC Correspondent: “A source in Tehran has told the BBC that the city is like a war zone with streets full of blood and bodies being taken away in trucks.”

2. Protests Against ICE in the U.S.

• Protests erupt across U.S. cities, especially Los Angeles, over a deadly shooting in Minneapolis involving immigration enforcement.
• Homeland Security asserts the individual killed was interfering with ICE and drove toward an agent.
• Hundreds more federal agents being deployed to Minneapolis to ensure safe operations.

Notable Quotes:

• [00:52] Dave Anthony: “There have been anti ICE protests across America. … In anger over last week’s shooting in Minneapolis that left a woman dead…”
• [01:11] Ainsley Earhart: “Minneapolis to allow our ICE and our border patrol individuals that are working in Minneapolis to do so safely.”

3. Federal Reserve Chairman Under Investigation

• The Fed Chair faces an investigation over testimony related to Fed building renovations.
• President Trump expresses strong disapproval of the Fed Chair’s approach to interest rates.
• Fed Chair’s response: Commitment to impartiality and duty.

Notable Quotes:

• [01:19] Dave Anthony: “The Federal Reserve chairman is now under federal investigation over his testimony to Congress about Fed building renovations.”
• [01:27] Fed Chair (paraphrased): “…in every case I have carried out my duties without political fear or favor.”

4. Golden Globes Recap

• “One Battle After Another,” a politically charged film by Paul Thomas Anderson, wins four awards including Best Picture (Musical or Comedy).
• “Hamnet” wins two including Best Picture (Drama).

Notable Quotes:

• [01:39] Ainsley Earhart: “And the winner is One Battle after Another.”
• [01:42] Dave Anthony: “Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another about the deep political battles in America took home four awards, including best picture…”

5. Venezuela Oil & U.S. Politics

• Recap of President Trump’s meeting with oil executives regarding rebuilding Venezuela’s oil sector post-U.S. operation and the removal of Maduro.
• President suggests Exxon Mobil may be excluded from future involvement.
• Congress debates limiting Trump’s war powers in Venezuela; the President threatens a veto.
• Ongoing bipartisan talks on extending Affordable Care Act tax credits and averting a government shutdown.

Notable Quotes:

• [02:47] President Trump: “No, I didn’t like Exxon’s response. … I’d probably be inclined to keep Exxon out now.”
• [02:57] Ryan Schmell: “…series of votes are expected that could lead to final passage of a resolution to limit President Trump’s war powers in Venezuela, which the president has threatened to veto…”

6. Labor Strikes & Market Update

• Thousands of nurses strike at three New York City hospital systems.
• Stock market futures down nearly 400 points—a “selloff to start the week.”

7. NFL Playoff Highlights

• San Francisco 49ers defeat defending champion Eagles 23–19 (Brock Purdy connects with Christian McCaffrey for game-winning TD).
• Buffalo Bills’ Josh Allen clinches a late win over the Jaguars 27–24.
• Patriots win their first playoff game since 2021, defeating the Chargers 16–3.
• Texans vs. Steelers (upcoming game).

Notable Quotes:

• [03:46] President Trump (NFL sound bite): “Pressure steps up. Touchdown San Francisco.”
• [04:07] Dave Anthony: “To have the wherewithal to again not blink. And I think that's just the mantra that we have adopted this year of if we’ve got time left and we got the ball, we got a shot.” (paraphrasing Josh Allen)
• [04:22] Dave Anthony: “Fox News tonight, the last wild card game, the Houston Texans against the Pittsburgh Steelers.”

Memorable Moments & Timestamps

• [00:15] – President Trump’s “very strong options” warning to Iran
• [00:34] – Striking “war zone” image from Tehran via BBC
• [01:11] – Federal surge to Minneapolis following ICE protests
• [01:27] – Fed Chair’s insistence on impartiality
• [01:42] – “One Battle After Another” sweeping the Golden Globes
• [02:47] – Trump excludes Exxon from Venezuela oil rebuilding
• [02:57] – Vote on limiting Trump’s war powers (Venezuela)
• [03:31] – New York City nurse strike & market selloff
• [03:46], [03:52] – NFL playoff upsets and sound bites

Summary

This Fox News Hourly Update provides concise, rapid coverage of breaking news worldwide. The tone is direct and urgent, emphasizing ongoing political crises abroad and at home, major governmental and financial investigations, cultural highlights, labor conflicts, and sports excitement—all delivered in the network’s signature style.