Fox News Hourly Update – 7AM ET 01/22/2026

Main Theme

This hourly update delivers a rapid-fire summary of breaking domestic and international news, focusing on diplomatic developments in Gaza and Ukraine, political moves regarding US-Greenland-NATO relations, high-profile legal and congressional developments, and notable protests and law enforcement actions domestically.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Inauguration of the Board of Peace (Davos, Switzerland)

• President Trump launches the new “Board of Peace,” a multinational initiative originally focused on progressing the Gaza ceasefire, now aiming to broaden its peacekeeping reach.
  • Quote (Trump, 00:10): “This board has the chance to be one of the most consequential bodies ever created.”
  • Commitment to Gaza’s “demilitarization, proper governance, and beautiful rebuilding.” (Trump, 00:18)
  • Plan for expanded international collaboration, with criticism directed at the UN for previous ineffectiveness. (Trump, 00:25)
  • Aspiration to secure “peace in the world” as a collective legacy. (Trump, 00:32)
• International Participation:
  • Countries signing the board’s charter include Argentina, Qatar, Indonesia.
  • Russia expresses interest and offers $1 billion for Gaza’s rebuilding.
  • UK declines to join due to Russian involvement. (Dave Anthony, 00:36)

2. US Diplomacy in Ukraine and Greenland

• Trump reiterates focus on ending the Ukraine war and is scheduled to meet with President Zelensky to negotiate a peace deal. (Trump, 01:00)
• Brief mention of shifting US policy regarding NATO and Greenland after Trump backs off tariff threats to European countries.
• NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte emphasizes the importance of maintaining security in the Arctic given “increasing Chinese and Russian activities.”
  • Quote (Rutte, 01:23): “Very much focused on what do we need to do to make sure that that huge Arctic region where change is taking place…how we can protect it.”

3. Legal News: Uvalde Verdict

• A former Uvalde, Texas, police officer acquitted of child endangerment and abandonment charges related to the 2022 school shooting, with the defense arguing he was unfairly blamed.
  • Quote (Reporter, 01:53): “Thank you for the jury for considering all the evidence and making that verdict.”

4. Domestic Protests and Law Enforcement (Minneapolis)

• VP Vance visits Minneapolis amidst anti-ICE protests and community unrest after deadly immigration raids and the detention of young children.
• Federal Action: Justice Department subpoenas to top Democrats, including the governor and the mayor, who calls it “an attempt to intimidate him.”
• Federal arrests anticipated for protesters who disrupted a church service, possibly facing federal charges for interfering with freedom of worship. (Steve Harrigan, 02:46)

5. Congressional Actions: High-profile Investigations

• Former special counsel Jack Smith faces a Republican-led House committee over his Trump indictments, now vacated after Trump’s 2024 win.
• House Oversight Committee: Advances a contempt resolution against former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton for failing to testify regarding the Epstein case.
  • Quote (Comer, 03:58): “Subpoenas are not mere suggestions. They carry the force of law and require compliance.”
  • Democratic Response: Ranking member Robert Garcia voted no but urges negotiation, accuses GOP of political gamesmanship.

6. Markets Update

• Wall Street: Stock futures rise, recouping some prior losses. (Fox News Anchor, 04:20)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• President Trump, on Peace Efforts (00:10):

  “This board has the chance to be one of the most consequential bodies ever created.”

• President Trump, on Gaza’s Future (00:18):

  “We’re committed to ensuring Gaza is demilitarized, properly governed and beautifully rebuilt.”

• President Trump, on the Board’s Broader Mission (00:32):

  “We’re going to have peace in the world and boy, would that be a great legacy for all of us.”

• NATO Leader Mark Rutte, on Arctic Security (01:23):

  “Very much focused on what do we need to do to make sure that that huge Arctic region where change is taking place at the moment, where the Chinese and Russians are more and more active, how we can protect it.”

• Reporter, on Uvalde Acquittal (01:53):

  “Thank you for the jury for considering all the evidence and making that verdict.”

• James Comer, on House Subpoenas (03:58):

  “Subpoenas are not mere suggestions. They carry the force of law and require compliance.”

Timestamps for Key Segments

• 00:00 – Introduction; Davos, Gaza ceasefire, Board of Peace launch
• 00:36 – International reactions to Board of Peace; Russia’s involvement
• 01:00 – Ukraine peace process; Trump and Zelensky meeting
• 01:23 – NATO’s Arctic concerns; Mark Rutte remarks
• 01:35 – Uvalde verdict; Law enforcement acquitted
• 02:32 – Minneapolis: Protests, ICE raids, DOJ subpoenas, and federal charges
• 03:13 – Congressional hearings: Jack Smith, Clinton contempt resolution
• 04:20 – Wall Street update

Conclusion

This Fox News Hourly Update delivers a concise but sweeping overview of major international peace initiatives, evolving US foreign policy, domestic unrest and justice issues, and ongoing high-profile congressional actions, punctuated by strong quotes from major players and a sense of significant transitions in both US and global politics.