8AM ET 06/13/2026 Newscast

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Fox News Hourly Update – 8AM ET, June 13, 2026

Brief Overview The June 13, 2026, 8AM ET edition of the Fox News Hourly Update delivers fast-breaking reports on US-Iran peace negotiations, an intelligence law expiration, a high-profile criminal hearing, and the legal battle over President Trump’s name on the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.

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Key Stories and Discussion Points

1. Progress Toward US-Iran Peace Deal

• [00:02] Peace Negotiations:
  • The US and Iran have agreed on the wording of a potential deal aimed at ending ongoing conflict.
  • "Is peace close at hand? Some say it is." — Daria Albinger, host ([00:02])
• [00:12] Mediation Efforts:
  • Pakistani officials, under the direction of the Prime Minister, are actively mediating between the US and Iran.
  • The deal could lead to the phased lifting of sanctions on Iran and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, critical for global shipping.
  • Vice President J.D. Vance is quoted as saying the agreement "has the potential to remake the region and lead to lasting peace."
• [00:29] Ripple Effects:
  • US Central Command reports that over 130 commercial ships have been redirected since the start of the Iranian port blockade.

2. Intelligence Law Expires – FISA Section 702

• [00:50] Expiration of Key Surveillance Tool:
  • FISA Section 702, the main legal authority for US foreign intelligence collection, has expired.
• [00:56] Security and Privacy Implications:
  • Chad Pergram explains that Congress failed to pass an emergency extension, leading to concerns of "unprecedented vulnerabilities."
  • FISA targets foreign intelligence subjects through monitoring calls, emails, and texts, but a court ruling allows some activities to continue despite the lapse.
  • There is now uncertainty over whether telecom companies will cooperate with government requests absent Congressional authorization.
  • FISA expert Kroner assures, "people shouldn't worry now." ([01:34])

3. Strike on Venezuelan Gang Leader

• [01:34] US Military Action:
  • President Trump announces a "swift and lethal kinetic US strike" killing Hector Ruthersford Guerrero Flores, the infamous Tren de Aragua gang leader, in Venezuela.

4. Legal Update: Charlie Kirk's Alleged Assassin

• [02:40] Hearing Delay Denied:
  • Tyler Robinson, accused of assassinating Charlie Kirk, loses a motion to delay his preliminary hearing in Utah.
  • The defense also requested sanctions against the prosecution for talking to media, which was denied.
• [03:11] Prosecutorial Response:
  • Prosecutor Christopher Ballard argued, "We were concerned about the media stories that were saying first of all that the bullet in fact did not match and that therefore we had no case, that we had brought a groundless prosecution. That was our concern."
• [03:24] Next Steps:
  • The judge will issue a ruling on June 22, with the preliminary hearing set for July 6.

5. Kennedy Center: Trump Name Removal

• [03:35] Legal Setback for Trump Name:
  • A federal judge, Christopher Cooper, denies a pause on his order to remove President Trump's name from the Kennedy Center, saying only Congress can authorize a name change.
  • "Judge Cooper ruled May 29 that Trump's name was illegally added to the John F. Kennedy center for the Performing Arts, finding only Congress could change its name and ordered all references to Trump must be removed by June 12." ([03:39])
• [04:16] Appeals Continue:
  • Hours after the ruling, the Kennedy Center's board filed an emergency appeal for a temporary stay on the order. The name removal will be on hold as the case continues in federal court.

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Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On the Peace Deal:
  • Vice President J.D. Vance: The deal "has the potential to remake the region and lead to lasting peace." ([00:12])
• On FISA Section 702:
  • Kroner, FISA expert: "People shouldn't worry now." ([01:34])
• On the Charlie Kirk Case:
  • Prosecutor Christopher Ballard: "We were concerned about the media stories that were saying first of all that the bullet in fact did not match and that therefore we had no case, that we had brought a groundless prosecution. That was our concern." ([03:11])
• On the Kennedy Center Ruling:
  • Carmen Roberts (FOX): "Judge Cooper ruled May 29 that Trump's name was illegally added to the John F. Kennedy center for the Performing Arts, finding only Congress could change its name and ordered all references to Trump must be removed by June 12." ([03:39])

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Timeline of Important Segments

• 00:02 - 00:34 – US-Iran Peace Deal Developments
• 00:50 - 01:34 – Expiration of FISA Section 702
• 01:34 - 01:59 – US Strike on Venezuelan Gang Leader
• 02:40 - 03:24 – Tyler Robinson’s Hearing Delay Denied (Charlie Kirk case)
• 03:35 - 04:16 – Kennedy Center Name Removal Court Fight

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This Fox News Hourly Update provides crucial insights into major diplomatic, legal, and national security stories currently shaping headlines—delivered with the network’s brisk and direct style.

Transcript

[A]

Is peace close at hand? Some say it is. I'm Daria Albinger. FOX News. Clock is ticking on a deal. The US And Iran agreeing on the wording of an agreement which is aimed at ending the war.

[B]

Pakistani officials have been acting as go betweens for the US And Iran when it comes to getting a peace deal. And now the Pakistani prime minister says mediators are working with both sides to finalize it. Vice President J.D. vance said the deal has the potential to remake the region and lead to lasting peace. Sources are saying the deal is expected to pave the way for the phase lifting of sanctions on Iran and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, US Central Command says over 130 commercial ships have been redirected during the blockade on Iranian ports. Jill NATO, FOX News.

[A]

A key surveillance tool which allows us to collect intelligence abroad has expired.

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Here's Fox's Chad legal authority for the government's foremost intelligence gathering weapon to foil terrorism. FISA section 702 expires. There's worry about unprecedented vulnerabilities. This summer, a bipartisan coalition tanked an emergency FISA extension in Congress. FISA siphons the calls, emails and texts of foreign intelligence targets. But a court ruling says the government can still track suspect communications despite a lapse in the law. However, it's unclear if telecommunications companies will provide digital breadcrumbs to the government. Lacking a congressional safeguard. Kroner, the FISA expert, says people shouldn't worry now.

[A]

Officials, however, say they are worried about tracking because FISA goes with all the existing data. President Trump says a swift and lethal kinetic US Strike has killed Hector Ruthersford. Guerrero. Flores, who he calls the infamous leader of the Tren de Aragua gang, happened on a strike on a compound as Venezuela. America's listening to Fox News.

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[A]

the latest attempt of the defense team for Charlie Kirk's alleged killer, Tyler Robinson at delaying his hearing has been denied. Here's Fox's Claudia Cowan in Provo, Utah.

[E]

Charlie Kirk's accused assassin Tyler Robinson lost his latest bid to postpone his preliminary hearing. His lawyers wanted to hit pause while they appealed the judge's ruling allowing cameras in the courtroom to the Utah Supreme Court. The defense also asked the judge judge to sanction the prosecution for talking to reporters. Prosecutor Christopher Ballard said he had to set the record straight.

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We were concerned about the media stories that were saying first of all that the bullet in fact did not match and that therefore we had no case, that we had brought a groundless prosecution. That was our concern.

[E]

The judge says he'll issue his ruling on June 22nd with the preliminary hearing set to begin July 6th in Provo, Utah. Claudia Cowan, Fox News A judge is

[A]

upholding an order to remove President Trump's name from the Kennedy Center.

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The effort to keep President Trump's name on the landmark Washington Performing Arts center hit a setback when U.S. district Judge Christopher Cooper denied a request to pause his earlier ruling. Late Thursday, the Justice Department filed a last minute appeal on behalf of the Kennedy Center's Trump appointed board of trustees, seeking to keep the president's name on the building. Judge Cooper ruled May 29 that Trump's name was illegally added to the John F. Kennedy center for the Performing Arts, finding only Congress could change its name and ordered all references to Trump must be removed by June 12.

[A]

Carmen Roberts, Fox News Hours after the judge's Friday ruling, the Kennedy center board filed an emergency appeal with a federal appeals court seeking a temporary stay of the name removal order while the case plays out in court. I'm Daria Albinger. This is Fox News.

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