7AM ET 02/15/2026 Newscast

Summary

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FOX News Hourly Update – 7AM ET 02/15/2026

Host: Chris DiMaio (FOX News Podcasts)
Date: February 15, 2026

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Episode Overview

This episode delivers the latest breaking news updates from around the U.S. and the globe, focusing on ongoing major investigations, political deadlock in Washington, international security relations, and high-profile legal disclosures. The newscast is brisk, information-dense, and follows FOX News' signature straightforward tone.

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Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Ongoing Search for Nancy Guthrie

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  • The search for Nancy Guthrie, missing for over two weeks, intensifies.
  • Police in Pima County recently detained four individuals (three from a home, one from a traffic stop), all since released.
  • Another search warrant executed in Rio Rico, near the border.
  • Law enforcement seeks a masked suspect, described as a male, 5'9"–5'10", seen in doorbell video.
• Increased Reward:
  • The FBI raises the reward for Guthrie’s recovery or conviction to $100,000, reflecting the urgency and difficulty of the case.

Notable Quote:

"The search for Nancy Guthrie now entering its third week without a resolution in sight." — Chanley Painter [00:16]

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2. Department of Homeland Security Funding Crisis

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  • DHS is officially shut down due to a lapse in funding, stemming from a legislative standoff over proposed ICE reforms.
  • Lawmakers from both parties are in a “blame game,” with Democrats demanding stricter requirements for ICE officers (notably, requiring a judicial warrant before entering private property).
  • Congress left for recess without resolving the funding impasse, making this the third partial government shutdown in six months.
  • ICE operations retain partial funding via previous bills.

Notable Quote:

"So now DHS is facing a lapse in funding, marking the third time at least part of the government has shut down in less than six months." — Madeleine Rivera [01:18]

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3. Lindsey Vonn Leaves Hospital After Olympic Crash

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  • U.S. Olympic skier Lindsay Vonn has exited the hospital following her crash in the women's downhill event.
  • Underwent her fourth surgery for a severe tibia fracture sustained during the race.

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4. Munich Security Conference: U.S. and Europe Alliance

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  • Secretary of State Marco Rubio, at the Munich Security Conference, emphasized historic ties between the U.S. and Europe.
  • Rubio: “The fate of Europe will never be irrelevant to our own.”
  • He advocated for revitalizing the transatlantic alliance—focusing on migration, economic, and military partnerships.
  • UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced new defense commitments, deploying a carrier strike group to the Arctic to counter Russian threats.

Notable Quotes:

"America's roots began on this continent. ...the fate of Europe will never be irrelevant to our own." — Marco Rubio [02:55]
"Europe must be ready to fight and stand on its own two feet when it comes to defense commitments." — Keir Starmer (paraphrased by correspondent Stephanie Bennett) [03:20]

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5. Jeffrey Epstein Files Released

• [03:30–04:19]
  • Attorney General Pam Bondi: All files relating to Jeffrey Epstein have been made public.
  • The disclosure includes a list of 318 high-profile names (Donald Trump, Barack and Michelle Obama, Prince Harry, and more).
  • Materials include information on Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell, connected organizations and networks, and details of Epstein’s detention and death.
  • Explicit assurance that nothing was withheld for reasons of “embarrassment, reputational harm or political sensitivity.”

Notable Quote:

“[The release] includes a list of 318 high profile names... The document outlines materials concerning Epstein and his now incarcerated former girlfriend Ghislaine Maxwell... networks allegedly linked to Epstein's sex trafficking and financial operations...” — Deborah Valentine [03:50]

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6. U.S.-Iran Nuclear Talks

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  • Upcoming second round of nuclear program negotiations with Iran to take place in Geneva, hosted by Oman.
  • President Trump continues his hardline stance, warning of possible military force if Iran refuses nuclear limits.

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Memorable Quotes (with Timestamps)

• “The search for Nancy Guthrie now entering its third week without a resolution in sight.” — Chanley Painter [00:16]
• “So now DHS is facing a lapse in funding, marking the third time at least part of the government has shut down in less than six months.” — Madeleine Rivera [01:18]
• "America's roots began on this continent. ...the fate of Europe will never be irrelevant to our own." — Marco Rubio [02:55]
• “[The release] includes a list of 318 high profile names...” — Deborah Valentine [03:50]

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Important Segment Timestamps

• [00:03] — Nancy Guthrie missing person update
• [00:46] — DHS shutdown and funding context
• [01:40] — Lindsey Vonn leaves hospital
• [02:46] — Rubio, Starmer on U.S.–Europe alliance
• [03:37] — Attorney General Bondi releases Epstein files
• [04:19] — U.S.–Iran nuclear negotiations

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Tone and Style

The update maintains a direct, urgent, and factual style, typical of FOX News' radio newscasts. The focus is on clarity, significance, and real-world impact, with soundbites and commentary reflecting both U.S. and international stakes.

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Transcript

[A]

The Guthrie search continues. I'm Chris DiMaio, Fox News. It's been over two weeks since Nancy Guthrie was last seen. Police detained at least four people during operations related to the case on Friday night. Fox's Chanley Painter.

[B]

The search for Nancy Guthrie now entering its third week without a resolution in sight. The Pima County Sheriff's Office says there are no arrests. During an operation late Friday two miles from Guthrie's home, agents detained three people at a home and one person during a traffic stop. All have since been released. Another search warrant was executed in Rio Rico last Tuesday. Near the border, agents are looking for a masked suspect seen in doorbell video, a man who is 5 foot 9 to 5 foot 10 inches tall.

[A]

The FBI has increased the reward for information leading to Guthrie's recovery and or conviction to $100,000. The Department of Homeland Security is shut down after funding lapsed and a stalemate over proposed ICE reforms.

[C]

The blame game is in full swing as Democrats and Republicans added impasse over DHS funding. Lawmakers are now on a previously scheduled recess. They left town without a deal in hand after Senate Democrats blocked the consideration of a spending bill earlier this week. Demps say a White House offer falls short of the changes they want to see for ice. And one of their biggest demands calls for DHS officers to get a judicial warrant before entering private property. So now DHS is facing a lapse in funding, marking the third time at least part of the government has shut down in less than six months. Remember, though, ICE received a significant amount of funding from the one big beautiful bill.

[A]

That's Fox's Madeleine Rivera reporting. U.S. olympic skier Lindsey Vaughn has reportedly left the hospital she was at following her crash in the women's downhill event last Sunday. Vaughn had her fourth surgery for a major tibia fracture she suffered in the event. America is listening to FOX News.

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Secretary of State Marco Rubio issuing a message of joint strength at the Munich Security Conference in Germany.

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In a message of unity at the Munich Security Conference Secretary of State Marco Rubio cast the United States as a child of Europe, saying America's roots began on this continent. Rubio said the U.S. wants to revitalize an old friendship because, quote, the fate of Europe will never be irrelevant to our own. He struck a firm tone about the administration's intent to reshape the alliance and push its priorities from tackling mass migration to strengthening our economies and military power. Rubio said he wants a strong Europe. Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Europe must be ready to fight and stand on its own two feet when it comes to defense commitments, even announcing that the UK Will deploy its carrier strike group to the Arctic to bolster security security against Russian threats.

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Fox's Stephanie Bennett Attorney General Pam Bondi says all of the Jeffrey Epstein files have been released.

[F]

The letter, addressed to House and Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman and ranking members, was obtained by Fox News Digital. Bondi says no records were withheld on the basis of embarrassment, reputational harm or political sensitivity. It includes A list of 318 high profile names including President Donald Trump, Barack and Michelle Obama, Prince Harry and others. The the document outlines materials concerning Epstein and his now incarcerated former girlfriend Ghislaine Maxwell, organizations and networks allegedly linked to Epstein's sex trafficking and financial operations, as well as records surrounding Epstein's detention and death. Deborah Valentine, Fox News Iran and the.

[A]

US Will hold a second round of talks over Tehran's nuclear program this week. The Swiss Foreign Ministry says Oman will host the talks in Geneva. President Trump has threatened US Military force if Iran doesn't agree to limit its nuclear program. I'm Chris DiMeo.

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