Fox News Hourly Update – 7AM ET 02/24/2026 Newscast

Episode Overview

This episode delivers a concise roundup of national and international news, focusing on the four-year anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the issues at stake in President Trump’s upcoming State of the Union address, severe winter weather in the Northeast, ongoing debates over immigration policy, and highlights from sports and business. The episode maintains an urgent, news-driven tone, exemplifying FOX News' rapid-fire coverage style.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Four Years Since Russia Invaded Ukraine

• Commemoration Events in Kiev
  • (00:11) Jonathan Savage reports on European dignitaries in Kiev, marking the fourth anniversary of the Russian invasion.
  • Casualty estimates: Over half a million dead and injured.
  • Ongoing devastation in Ukrainian cities and stalled peace negotiations (primarily over territory).
  • President Zelensky’s promise: “Ukraine's resistance will not be in vain.”
    • Quote: "President Volodymyr Zelensky today promised his nation's resistance will not be in vain." – Jonathan Savage (00:30)

2. State of the Union Preview & Political Divisions

• Topics Expected in President Trump’s State of the Union
  • (00:43) Madeline Rivera outlines anticipated focus: economy, trade (including scrutiny post-Supreme Court decision against Trump's tariffs), immigration, potential military action against Iran.
  • Domestic policy under pressure but President remains confident.
    • Quote: "He feels confident about his record." – Madeline Rivera (01:03)
• Political Tensions
  • Some Democrats plan to boycott the address.
  • Invited guests: U.S. men’s Olympic hockey team; the women’s team declined attendance.

3. Olympic Hockey Teams & Homecoming

• (01:17) U.S. men’s hockey team, fresh off a gold medal win, get a warm Miami homecoming.
  • Quote: “So we're ecstatic and we're excited to be back home celebrating.” – Auston Matthews (01:17)
• Women’s gold medal team was also invited to SOTU but declined.

4. Severe Winter Weather in the Northeast

• (01:41) Historic blizzard hits Boston and region.
• Rhode Island: Records over three feet of snow, 350,000+ power outages, 2,000+ flights cancelled.
  • Quote: “Boston experienced a blizzard for the first time in years. Monster snow totals across the region and hurricane force wind gusts rocked the state.” – Madeline Rivera (01:41)

5. Netflix’s Economic Impact

• (02:00) Segment shifts to Netflix’s impact beyond entertainment:
  • $225 billion contributed to U.S. economy in ten years.
  • Productions in all 50 states; hired 150,000 Americans across various trades.

6. Homeland Security & Immigration Policy Debate

• (02:31) Congressional impasse over Homeland Security funding, immigration enforcement reform, and voting security provisions (SAVE act).
• President Trump critical of Democrats blocking reforms around voter ID and mail-in ballots.
  • Quote: "They won't approve voter ID, they won't approve proof of citizenship, they won't approve no mail in ballots even though they know it's crooked as hell." – President Trump (02:45, quoted by Auston Matthews)

7. Honoring "Angel Families"

• (02:58) President Trump recognizes families of Americans killed by undocumented immigrants.
  • February 22 officially designated “National Angel Family Day” after honoring Lake and Riley.
  • Quote: "Her death was completely preventable. Shouldn't have happened." – Relative of Lake and Riley, quoted by Jared Halpern (03:05)
  • Quote: “Not only should her killer not have been released into our country in the first place, but he was released a second time after being arrested in New York City.” – Jared Halpern (03:18)

8. Business & Sports Headlines

• Markets: Stocks rebounding after prior day’s drop. (03:40)
• Boxing: Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao rematch set for September 19 at the Sphere, Las Vegas—streamed on Netflix.
  • Mayweather ends nine-year retirement; their 2015 bout broke records.
  • Quote: "Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao will meet September 19th at the Sphere in Las Vegas, a fight that will be streamed on Netflix." – Joe Morgan (03:47)
• NBA: San Antonio Spurs notch ninth consecutive win, defeating Detroit Pistons, 114–103. (04:18)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Ukraine’s Resilience:
  “President Volodymyr Zelensky today promised his nation's resistance will not be in vain.” – Jonathan Savage (00:30)

• State of the Union Focus:
  “He feels confident about his record.” – Madeline Rivera (01:03)

• Olympic Homecoming:
  “So we're ecstatic and we're excited to be back home celebrating.” – Auston Matthews (01:17)

• On Winter Weather:
  “Boston experienced a blizzard for the first time in years. Monster snow totals across the region and hurricane force wind gusts rocked the state.” – Madeline Rivera (01:41)

• Presidential Frustration on Voting Reform:
  "They won't approve voter ID, they won't approve proof of citizenship, they won't approve no mail in ballots even though they know it's crooked as hell." – President Trump (02:45, quoted by Auston Matthews)

• On Angel Family Recognition:
  "Her death was completely preventable. Shouldn't have happened." – Relative of Lake and Riley (03:05) "Not only should her killer not have been released into our country in the first place, but he was released a second time after being arrested in New York City." – Jared Halpern (03:18)

• Mayweather Returns to the Ring:
  "Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao will meet September 19th at the Sphere in Las Vegas, a fight that will be streamed on Netflix." – Joe Morgan (03:47)

Timeline of Important Segments

• 00:03 – Ukraine war anniversary coverage
• 00:36 – SOTU preview, political context
• 01:17 – Olympic men's hockey team homecoming
• 01:41 – Northeast blizzard & fallout
• 02:00 – Netflix economic impact
• 02:31 – Homeland Security & immigration debate
• 02:58 – Angel families remembrance
• 03:40 – Market rebound and sports headlines
• 03:47 – Boxing legend rematch announced
• 04:18 – NBA action recap

This episode delivers a broad sweep of major headlines and contextual analysis, emphasizing continuing geopolitical conflict, U.S. domestic politics and culture, and the intersection of economics, sports, and policy debates. The brisk, matter-of-fact presentation ensures listeners receive key updates in under five minutes.