Fox News Hourly Update – 7 PM ET, January 10, 2026
Episode Overview
This episode covers the major headlines from around the world, including anti-ICE protests in Minneapolis, a major U.S. airstrike against ISIS in Syria, expanding protests against the Iranian regime, new developments in Venezuela’s political landscape, a high-profile Ohio murder case, President Trump's proposal on credit card interest rates, Adam Sandler’s AARP award, and a veterans’ ride through the Florida Keys.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
Anti-ICE Protests in Minneapolis
- Protest Details (00:02–00:41)
- Carmen Roberts: Reports that “Anti ICE demonstrations [are] taking place across the Twin Cities today with hundreds…protesting at multiple sites.”
- Garrett Tunney: Describes the largest demonstration to date, with over a thousand participants. Protestors targeted hotels believed to be hosting ICE agents. Incidents included breaking into hotel areas, throwing furniture, and graffiti.
- Quote (00:13): “Some smaller groups broke into an outer part of one hotel and started throwing the furniture while others were doing anti ICE graffiti on the window.”
- Police responded, declaring unlawful assembly, leading to 29 arrests and reports of physical confrontations with protestors.
U.S. Military Airstrike Against ISIS in Syria
- Operation Hawkeye Strike (00:41–01:02)
- Carmen Roberts: Reports a large-scale airstrike as "the second strike following the one on December 19 that President Trump ordered as retaliation for an ISIS ambush.”
- Garrett Tunney: Emphasizes closer US-Syria government cooperation to eliminate ISIS remnants.
- Quote (00:50): “The United States is working closer with Syria's government to root out and destroy the remnants of isis.”
Protests Against Iranian Regime Expand Globally
- International Solidarity & U.S. Response (01:02–01:38)
- Widespread protests spread from Iran to Berlin and London.
- President Trump posts on Truth Social:
- Quote (01:11): “Iran is looking at freedom perhaps like never before. The USA stands ready to help.”
- Garrett Tunney shares a strong warning from Trump:
- Quote (01:30): “If they start killing people like they have in the past, we will get involved. We'll be hitting them very hard where it hurts.”
- Iran’s supreme leader accuses protesters of pleasing the U.S.
Ohio Double Murder Update
- Arrest in High-Profile Case (01:38–02:00)
- Police have arrested Michael McKee, the ex-husband of an Ohio dentist's wife killed in a double homicide.
- The case remains under investigation.
U.S. State Department Warning for Venezuela
- Instability & Prisoner Releases (02:32–03:07)
- Carmen Roberts: Reports on a warning advising all Americans to leave Venezuela amid checkpoints by armed militias.
- Steve Harrigan: Details the interim government's fragile state, the release of at least eight political prisoners (out of more than 800), and concerns over remnants of Maduro’s regime staying in power.
- Quote (02:41): “[Militias] are looking for Americans... The socialist dictator Nicolas Maduro is gone, but most of his regime is still in their same office.”
- Analysts caution the interim government’s tenure should “be a temporary measure.”
Mississippi Family Murder Case
- Details on Suspect & Investigation (03:07–03:30)
- Sheriff deputies arrested 24-year-old Derica Moore, charged with the murder of a family member among six victims; further charges are possible.
President Trump Proposes Cap on Credit Card Interest Rates
- Economic Policy Proposal (03:30–03:50)
- Chris DiMeo: Trump proposes a cap of 10% on credit card rates for one year.
- Banking industry groups warn this could restrict credit card access to high-income consumers only.
- Quote (03:36): “Government controlled price controls would result in credit cards being given only to consumers with high incomes.”
- Average credit card interest rates hit 24% in 2024.
Adam Sandler Receives AARP Award
- Career Recognition (03:50–04:12)
- Carmen Roberts: Adam Sandler wins AARP’s Career Achievement Award for both comedy and drama roles.
- Quote (03:56, Garrett Tunney, referencing 'Happy Gilmore'): “He shoots his scores.”
- Sandler’s filmography highlights include: "Billy Madison," "Happy Gilmore," "The Waterboy," "The Wedding Singer," and acclaimed dramas like "Punch Drunk Love" and "Uncut Gems."
- The AARP “Movies for Grownups” Awards will air February 22 on PBS.
- Carmen Roberts: Adam Sandler wins AARP’s Career Achievement Award for both comedy and drama roles.
Veterans’ Wounded Warrior Project Ride
- Community Event (04:12–04:27)
- 45 veterans and supporters participate in the annual ride through the Florida Keys.
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
- Garrett Tunney on ICE Protests (00:13): “Some smaller groups broke into an outer part of one hotel and started throwing the furniture while others were doing anti ICE graffiti on the window.”
- President Trump on Iran (01:11): “Iran is looking at freedom perhaps like never before. The USA stands ready to help.”
- President Trump’s Threat of Action (01:30): “If they start killing people like they have in the past, we will get involved. We'll be hitting them very hard where it hurts.”
- Steve Harrigan on Venezuela (02:41): “The socialist dictator Nicolas Maduro is gone, but most of his regime is still in their same office.”
- Garrett Tunney referencing Sandler (03:56): “He shoots his scores.”
Important Timestamps
- 00:02 – Anti-ICE protests in Minneapolis; protest escalation and police confrontation
- 00:41 – U.S. launches large-scale airstrike against ISIS in Syria (Operation Hawkeye Strike)
- 01:02 – Iranian regime protests spread to Europe; U.S. presidential reaction and threats
- 01:38 – Arrest in Ohio dentist’s wife double murder case
- 02:32 – U.S. State Department’s warning to Americans in Venezuela; political prisoner releases
- 03:07 – Arrest of suspect in Mississippi family mass murder
- 03:30 – President Trump proposes 10% cap on credit card interest rates
- 03:50 – Adam Sandler receives AARP Career Achievement Award
- 04:12 – Wounded Warrior Project veterans' ride in the Florida Keys
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