Fox News Hourly Update – 7PM ET 02/15/2026
Host: Carmen Roberts (with reports from Max Gordon and Trey Yingst)
Date: February 15, 2026
Overview
This episode provides a roundup of headline national and international news, including a break in a missing persons case, updates on US-Iran nuclear negotiations, the aftermath of the Daytona 500, Pentagon auditing struggles, military deployment costs, and the latest on the American government shutdown. The coverage features on-the-ground reporting, expert perspectives from lawmakers, and memorable live moments from national sports.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Breakthrough in Nancy Guthrie Disappearance Case
[00:03 – 00:58]
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Host: Carmen Roberts
- Reports a "possible break" in the Nancy Guthrie case after two weeks of search efforts.
- A glove found near Guthrie’s home had DNA matching that seen in surveillance video.
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Reporter: Max Gordon (from Tucson)
- Details: Glove located about two miles from Guthrie’s home, closely resembles those worn by the suspect caught on doorbell footage.
- FBI is awaiting final confirmation before entering the unknown male profile into the CODIS DNA database, a process expected to take 24 hours.
- Investigators discovered and collected 16 gloves in the area, most traced back to searchers rather than the suspect.
Quote: “This glove was found about 2 miles away in a field...and they say that it looks similar to the gloves that were worn by the suspect when he was caught on camera on that doorbell footage.” — Max Gordon [00:21]
2. US-Iran Nuclear Negotiations Resume
[00:58 – 01:32]
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Host: Carmen Roberts introduces the topic.
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Reporter: Trey Yingst (from Tel Aviv) delivers details on upcoming US-Iran talks in Switzerland.
- Main Focus: Iran’s nuclear program, uranium enrichment, ballistic missile program, and its support of regional proxies.
- Oman’s diplomatic role: Leading the talks, according to Swiss Foreign Ministry.
- Iranian Deputy FM signals willingness to compromise on nuclear issues in exchange for sanctions relief.
Quote: “These conversations are expected to focus mainly on Iran's nuclear program and uranium enrichment, but will also cover Iran's ballistic missile program and support of regional proxies.” — Trey Yingst [01:09]
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Additional Note: President Trump previously voiced support for regime change in Iran due to violent crackdowns on protesters.
3. Daytona 500 Dramatic Finish
[01:32 – 01:53, 05:07]
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Host: Carmen Roberts remarks on Tyler Reddick’s win of the Daytona 500, racing in a car owned by Michael Jordan.
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The race included a major crash at lap 124, and a brief live call highlights the chaos:
Memorable Call: “Oh, trouble around goes Briscoe, Zillich, Ty.” — Max Gordon [01:49]
4. Pentagon Fails Eighth Audit
[03:24 – 04:14]
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Host: Carmen Roberts outlines the Pentagon’s ongoing audit issues.
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Likely defense budget for 2027 could reach $1.5 trillion.
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Only the Marine Corps has passed the audit for a third consecutive year.
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Senator Joni Ernst proposes her Receipts Act:
- Would require the Pentagon to use AI for auditing, form an audit committee, and strengthen financial credential requirements for top officials.
- Notes the unpredictability of military spending due to shifting global security issues.
Quote: “For the eighth time in as many years, the Pentagon has failed to pass an audit. The Marines are the only service to pass an audit for the third year in a row.” — Sen. Joni Ernst [03:37]
“It's also impossible for the Pentagon to project exactly how much it will spend with the constantly changing security environment.” — Sen. Joni Ernst [04:06]
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Daily deployment cost for the USS Gerald R. Ford, headed to the Middle East: $10 million.
5. US Government Shutdown & Homeland Security Funding
[04:14 – 05:01]
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Homeland Security is still unfunded and likely to remain so for at least another week.
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Senator Katie Britt: Criticizes Democrats for focusing on policy changes rather than the wider impact of unfunded agencies.
Quote: “They know that ICE and CBP will ... continue to be funded throughout this, but ... the other things that keep Americans safe will not.” — Sen. Katie Britt & Chip Gaines [04:35 – 04:40]
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Unfunded agencies include FEMA, Coast Guard, and TSA.
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Senator Chris Coons (Delaware, Democrat): Suggests compromise via body cams and unmasking federal officers.
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Both senators appeared on Fox News Sunday, but there’s no deal expected this week as Congress is in recess.
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
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On evidence in missing persons case:
“The preliminary results are now in and they're waiting on official confirmation before putting the unknown male profile into the FBI's DNA database called CODIS.” — Max Gordon [00:21]
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On Pentagon’s audit failure:
“Taxpayers need to know that those dollars are being used appropriately.” — Carmen Roberts [04:02]
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On governmental funding obstacles:
“No deal is likely this week with the House and Senate in recess.” — Carmen Roberts [05:01]
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On the Daytona 500 crash:
“Oh, trouble around goes Briscoe, Zillich, Ty.” — Max Gordon [01:49]
Timestamps for Important Segments
- [00:03] – Nancy Guthrie case breakthrough report
- [00:58] – US-Iran nuclear deal negotiations coverage
- [01:32] & [05:07] – Daytona 500 results and live action
- [03:24] – Pentagon audit and military budgeting news
- [04:14] – Homeland Security, government shutdown debate
Summary Flow
This episode encapsulates urgent crime developments, high-stakes international diplomacy, sports drama, and ongoing government accountability challenges. The reporting is brisk, precise, and focuses on delivering critical facts, direct quotes, and expert testimony to inform listeners without delay or distraction.