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Fox News Hourly Update - 7AM ET 02/05/2026 Newscast

Date: February 5, 2026
Host: Dave Anthony with contributions from Ainsley Earhart and FOX correspondents
Podcast: Fox News Hourly Update

Episode Overview

This newscast delivers breaking updates on major national stories, focusing on the kidnapping of Nancy Guthrie, mother of “Today” show host Savannah Guthrie, high-stakes immigration enforcement actions in Minnesota, a Supreme Court ruling on redistricting in California, and notable sports and Olympics headlines. The episode is marked by a tone of urgency and empathetic reporting, blending hard news with personal appeals from those involved.

Key News Segments & Insights

1. Kidnapping of Nancy Guthrie – Tucson, Arizona

[00:03 – 01:00]
- Nancy Guthrie, 84, mother of Savannah Guthrie, has been kidnapped from her home.
- Savannah Guthrie and siblings released a video pleading for her safe return.
  - Quote:
    “We want to thank all of you for the prayers for our beloved mom.”
    —Ainsley Earhart voicing the Guthrie family plea (00:17)
  - Quote:
    “We need to know without a doubt that she is alive and that you have her.”
    —Ainsley Earhart (00:29)
- Law enforcement response escalates:
  - Pima County Sheriff, Customs and Border Patrol, FBI searched Guthrie’s property again, after previously clearing the crime scene.
  - Activity centered at the back and garage areas of the home.
- President Trump announced federal law enforcement involvement.
  - Contacted Savannah Guthrie personally; ordered all federal resources mobilized (01:00).

2. Immigration Crackdown and Protests – Minneapolis, MN

[01:00 – 02:02]
- Immigration standoff leads to protests and a deadly confrontation:
  - President Trump defended the decision to withdraw agents until Minneapolis authorities release prisoners considered “dangerous”—including murderers and drug dealers.
  - Two protesters killed by federal agents last month; president called it “sad,” but insisted ICE “feels worse about it than anybody.”
  - Quote:
    “We are waiting for them to release prisoners. Give us the murderers that they're holding and all of the bad people, drug dealers, all of the bad people.”
    —Dave Anthony, paraphrasing President Trump (01:16)
  - Federal agents are being promised more access to local jails for deportations.
- Legal development: Federal judge in Oregon restricts ICE arrests without warrants unless escape risk is proven—a win for advocates and a man detained despite having a valid work permit.

3. Legal & Political News

[02:31 – 03:24]
- Minnesota immigration courts:
  - U.S. Attorney Julie Lee expressed exhaustion and frustration:
    - Quote:
      “This job sucks.”
      —Julie Lee, in court, as reported by Dave Anthony (02:38)
    - Lee had been assigned 88 cases in under a month amid administration demands.
    - Her temporary assignment ended following her remarks.
- Redistricting Ruling:
  - The Supreme Court denied a Republican emergency appeal, upholding California’s new map that favors Democrats in the coming midterms.
    - The map was created after Texas GOP redistricting, with California voters shifting to a new commission-led process.

4. Finance, Sports & Olympics

[03:24 – 04:28]
- Markets:
  - Dow and Nasdaq futures rising modestly.
- NBA Trade Deadline:
  - Notable trade: Anthony Davis, previously acquired by the Mavericks in exchange for Luka Doncic, is being sent to the Wizards as part of an eight-player deal.
    - Davis struggled with injuries, playing only 31 games for Dallas.
- Winter Olympics:
  - Second day of competitions in Italy prior to the formal opening ceremony; women’s hockey and curling underway.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

00:17 (Ainsley Earhart, quoting Guthrie family):

“We want to thank all of you for the prayers for our beloved mom.”
00:29 (Ainsley Earhart):

“We need to know without a doubt that she is alive and that you have her.”
01:16 (Dave Anthony, summarizing Trump):

“We are waiting for them to release prisoners. Give us the murderers that they're holding and all of the bad people, drug dealers, all of the bad people.”
02:38 (Julie Lee, U.S. attorney, reported by Dave Anthony):

“This job sucks.”
Julie Lee also noted a pressing need for sleep due to the overwhelming caseload.

Timestamps for Important Segments

00:03 – 01:00: Details & pleas regarding Nancy Guthrie’s kidnapping
01:00 – 02:02: President Trump on immigration crackdown, ICE shootings, legal ruling in Oregon
02:31 – 02:58: U.S. Attorney’s resignation and stress amid Minnesota immigration crackdowns
03:10 – 03:24: Supreme Court rejects GOP appeal on California redistricting
03:24 – 03:35: Stock market updates
03:35 – 04:12: NBA trade deadline drama (Anthony Davis trade)
04:12 – 04:28: Winter Olympics preview

Summary

This fast-paced Fox News update centers on the ongoing search for Nancy Guthrie, advocacy for safe returns, and a surge in federal and local law enforcement efforts. The episode also unpacks the political tension surrounding immigration enforcement in Minnesota—touching on federal-state friction, public protests, and the mental toll on legal professionals. Elsewhere, major judicial and electoral developments signal ongoing partisan maneuvering ahead of midterms, while sports and Olympics stories provide quick, dynamic updates rounding out the hour.

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[00:03]
Dave Anthony
A vigil and a plea in the search for Nancy Guthrie. I'm Dave Anthony, FOX News. That was a church service in Tucson, Arizona. As the search continues for the mother of today's show host Savannah Guthrie.
[00:17]
Ainsley Earhart
We want to thank all of you for the prayers for our beloved mom.
[00:21]
Dave Anthony
Savannah and her brother and sister put that video on social media days after their mom, who's 84, was kidnapped from her home. And they urged whoever took her to contact them.
[00:30]
Ainsley Earhart
We need to know without a doubt that she is alive and that you have her.
[00:37]
Dave Anthony
Fox's Alicia Cunha is in Tucson.
[00:39]
Ainsley Earhart
Late yesterday afternoon, law enforcement, including the Pima County Sheriff's, Customs and Border Patrol and the FBI arrived at Nancy Guthrie's house, cordoned it off with police tape and searched the property. They were seen working in the back of the home and also in the garage. Earlier in the week, Sheriff's Chris Nanos said the crime scene had been cleared. And hand it over to the family.
[01:01]
Dave Anthony
President Trump posted on Truth Social he spoke to Savannah Guthrie and he's ordered all federal law enforcement to help. Next hour, we'll hear from the president at the National Prayer Breakfast the morning after going on tv. And as fox's Chris Foster reports, discussing the immigration crackdown in Minneapolis leading to angry anti ICE protests. The president tells NBC News it was his decision to pull hundreds of law enforcement agents from Minneapolis. We are waiting for them to release prisoners. Give us the murderers that they're holding and all of the bad people, drug dealers, all of the bad people. Federal agents are promised more access to jails to take custody of potential deportees. The president says the two protesters shot and killed by federal agents last month were no angels. But it's very sad to him what happened. You know who feels worse about it than anybody? The people of ice. A federal judge in Oregon has ruled against immigration agents, ordering them to stop arresting people without warrants unless they're considered likely escape risks. In the case filed by a man detained without a warrant despite having a valid work permit. America's listening to FOX News.
[02:03]
Ainsley Earhart
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[02:32]
Dave Anthony
Back to the ice controversy in Minnesota, a lawyer made news in court. U.S. attorney Julie Lee did not hold back during a Tuesday hearing in St. Paul for several immigration cases. She announced to the court, this job sucks. Lee also expressed a need for sleep. She was on a temporary assignment, but that's ended since her comments in court. Lee was given at least 88 cases in less than a month amid the Trump administration's immigration enforcement surge in the Twin Cities and pushed from protesters angry over the crackdown. Tom Graham, Fox News A win at the Supreme Court for Democrats without any noted dissents. Justices denied an emergency appeal from California Republicans challenging the state's redrawn congressional map. The new map is likely to favor Democrats in the upcoming midterm elections. State leaders started the redistricting process in response to mid decade redistricting by Texas lawmakers intended to add seats favored by Republicans. California voters approved a ballot referendum replacing an independent redistricting commission. Several other states are also redrawing congressional maps or considering proposals to do so. At the White House, Jared Halpern, Fox News On Wall street, stock futures are rising modestly for the Dow and the Nasdaq. It's trade deadline day in the NBA, so players may be changing teams. There have already been big deals, including this one. The Mavericks decision to move on from Luka Doncic last season isn't looking any better. Anthony Davis, who Dallas acquired in the Doncic trade, will now play for the Wizards as the Mavericks are reportedly trading the 10 time All Star to Washington as part of an eight player deal. Injuries played a huge role in Davis's lack of production in Dallas. He wound up playing just 31 games in a Mavs uniform. Joe Morgan, FOX NEWS it's day two of the Winter Olympics in Italy. Even though the opening ceremony is tomorrow, there are more curling matches and the women's hockey tournament starts. I'm Dave Anthony. This is FOX News.
[04:29]
Ainsley Earhart
This is Ainsley Earhart. Thank you for joining me for the 50 episode podcast series the Life of.
[04:33]
Dave Anthony
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