8AM ET 07/20/2026 Newscast

Summary

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Fox News Hourly Update – 8AM ET, 07/20/2026

Overview
This episode delivers a fast-paced roundup of major national and global news stories, ranging from recent US military casualties in the Middle East and escalating military actions, to significant developments in British politics, economic updates, mass shootings in the US, changes in immigration enforcement, and sports triumphs.

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Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. US Soldiers Killed in the Middle East ([00:02]–[00:51])

• Incident: The Department of Defense has identified two US soldiers killed in Iran's attack on Jordan: 1st Lt. Tyler Feehan (Ewa Beach, HI) and Pvt. Isabella Gonzalez (Carrollton, TX).
• Additional Details:
  • A third US service member remains missing, though unidentified remains have been recovered.
  • Another service member was killed during a controlled detonation of an Iranian drone in northern Iraq (Saturday).
• Remarks:
  • [00:16] "Heartbreaking, and our hearts go out to these families. These are heroes that pay the ultimate price."
  • Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed hope for renewed US–Iran nuclear negotiations, despite ongoing US airstrikes on Iran for nine consecutive nights ([00:21]).
  • [00:28] “Punishments for the specific IRGC factions that have targeted US Air bases... that base in Jordan that proved to be so deadly.” (Pentagon confirmation)

2. Ongoing Russia-Ukraine War ([00:57]–[01:20])

• Latest Escalations:
  • Ukraine launched over 400 drones at Moscow; most were intercepted, but 85 downed near the city ([01:01]).
  • This came hours after Russia struck multiple Ukrainian cities, including Kyiv, with ballistic missiles.
  • Six Ukrainians were confirmed killed in these recent attacks.
• Notable Reporting:
  • [01:01] “Moscow’s mayor says Ukraine fired more than 400 drones towards the Russian capital... It was a blitz that came hours after Russia targeted Ukrainian cities.” (Jonathan Savage)

3. Major Changes in UK Leadership ([01:20]–[01:48])

• Transition of Power:
  • Former Prime Minister Keir Starmer formally resigned and was replaced by Andy Burnham ([01:25]–[01:31]).
  • Burnham is Britain's seventh prime minister in 10 years.
• Notable Quotes:
  • [01:25] Keir Starmer: “My work is done.”
  • [01:31] Andy Burnham: “I have accepted His Majesty the King’s invitation to form a government.”
  • [01:41] Andy Burnham: “Britain needs to show the world that we can regain our stability.”

4. US Economic Update ([01:48]–[01:59])

• Oil prices have dropped nearly 2% for the morning.
• Gas price is back up to a national average of $4 per gallon, up 13 cents from the previous week (AAA report).

5. Mass Shootings in the US ([02:15]–[02:57])

• Oklahoma City: Shooting outside a restaurant led to 2 deaths, 3 wounded; multiple individuals in custody ([02:15]).
• Tucson, Arizona:
  • Gunman opened fire in a busy entertainment district at ~2:00 AM.
  • 9 adults and the shooter (who was critically injured after being shot by police) were hospitalized in critical condition.
  • No officers were hurt; incident stemmed from a confrontation between two acquainted groups.
• Memorable Quote:
  • [02:26] “Tucson police say the mass shooting happened around 2am local time on Sunday... All nine victims and the alleged shooter were critically injured. No officers were hurt.” (Tanya J. Powers)

6. Immigration Enforcement & Body Camera Policy ([02:57]–[03:41])

• Context: Protests followed two deadly ICE shootings.
• ICE Policy Update:
  • At least one agent must now wear a body camera during enforcement actions.
  • [03:16] Tom Holman: “They exonerate more law enforcement than they convict. And I want officers to wear body cameras. I want the American people to see what the officers saw when they took that action.”
  • Requirement comes days after two men were killed during vehicle stops in different states. Holman confirmed vehicle stops will continue, citing President Trump's encouragement on social media.

7. Business and Sports Headlines ([03:41]–[04:01])

• Wall Street: Stocks projected to rise; Dow futures up 200 points, NASDAQ up 300.
• World Cup Soccer:
  • Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win their second World Cup, setting a defensive record (only one goal conceded in the tournament).
  • [03:51] “Ferra Torres his final touch of the game. He had the decisive touch as well. Spain for the second time in their history, have won the World Cup.”
  • [04:01] “Argentina never even got a shot on goal as Spain set a World cup record, only giving up one goal in the tournament.”

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Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• [00:16] B: "Heartbreaking, and our hearts go out to these families. These are heroes that pay the ultimate price."
• [01:41] E (Andy Burnham): "Britain needs to show the world that we can regain our stability."
• [03:16] H (Tom Holman): "They exonerate more law enforcement than they convict. And I want officers to wear body cameras. I want the American people to see what the officers saw when they took that action."
• [03:51] B: "Spain for the second time in their history, have won the World Cup."

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Timestamps for Important Segments

• US Soldiers Killed in Iran/Jordan: [00:02]–[00:51]
• Russia-Ukraine War Update: [00:57]–[01:20]
• British Political Transition: [01:20]–[01:48]
• Economic Update (Oil & Gas): [01:48]–[01:59]
• Mass Shootings (Oklahoma City, Tucson AZ): [02:15]–[02:57]
• Immigration & Law Enforcement Body Cameras: [02:57]–[03:41]
• Financial Markets & World Cup: [03:41]–[04:01]

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This concise yet detailed news bulletin delivers essential updates for listeners needing a rapid, informed overview of domestic and world events, blending breaking news with impactful context and direct quotes from key political and public figures.

Transcript

[A]

The War Department identifies two dead American soldiers. I'm Dave Anthony, FOX News. Killed in Iran's Friday attacks in Jordan. Army 1st Lt. Tyler Feehan from Ewa Beach, Hawaii. Private Isabella Gonzalez of Carrollton, Texas.

[B]

And it's heartbreaking and our hearts go out to these families. These are heroes that pay the ultimate price.

[A]

Secretary of State Marco Rubio also says he hopes the US And Iran can get back to nuclear negotiations. But for a ninth straight night, the US Bombed Iran.

[C]

Punishments for the specific IRGC factions that have targeted US Air bases, including that base in Jordan that proved to be so deadly. The Pentagon confirming this weekend that the two U.S. service members were killed, leaving a third missing. Though unidentified remains have been found, that person is still unidentified at this time.

[A]

Fox's Sally's Henry Hoff at the White House. Another service member killed Saturday.

[C]

That separate death took place in northern Iraq and occurred, according to the Pentagon, during controlled detonation of an Iranian drone.

[A]

Russia and Ukraine are still warring. Fox's Jonathan Savage has an update.

[D]

Moscow's mayor says Ukraine fired more than 400 drones towards the Russian capital. Sergei Sobyanin claims most were intercepted early on in their flight and 85 were brought down near the city. It was a blitz that came hours after Russia targeted Ukrainian cities, including the capital Kyiv, with ballistic missiles.

[A]

At least six Ukrainians were killed in those attacks. In Britain, a changing of the guard.

[E]

My work is done.

[A]

Keir Starmer went to King Charles and formally resigned as prime minister this morning. And then Andy Burnham replaced him.

[E]

I have accepted His Majesty the king's invitation to form a government.

[A]

Burnham is their seventh prime minister in 10 years.

[E]

Britain needs to show the world that we can regain our stability.

[A]

Oil prices are down this morning almost 2%, but the recent rise back up as gas at $4 a gallon again. That's AAA's national average this morning for regular 13 cents more than last Monday. America's listening to FOX News.

[F]

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[A]

There were two mass shootings early yesterday. One in Oklahoma City outside a restaurant left two people dead, three wounded, multiple people in police custody. The other gunshots fired in Arizona.

[G]

Tucson police say the mass shooting happened around 2am local time on Sunday when a gunman opened fire in a busy entertainment district. At least nine adults were shot before the gunman ran from the area. He was chased by police before being sh by an officer and taken into custody. All nine victims and the alleged shooter were critically injured. No officers were hurt. Police say the shooting stemmed from a confrontation between two groups who knew each other due to the incident resulting in a police involved shooting. The Pima County Sheriff's Department is leading the investigation. Tanya J.

[A]

Powers, Fox News Controversy keeps swirling around immigration enforcement after protests over two recent deadly ICE shootings. Borders are Tom Holman tells Fox some agents will have body cameras.

[H]

Holman said on Fox and Friends Sunday. ICE will require that during enforcement at least one agent will wear a body camera that will be recording.

[B]

They exonerate more law enforcement than they convict. And I want officers wear body cameras. I want the American people see what the officers saw when they took that action.

[H]

The comment came less than a week after two men in two states were shot and killed during vehicle stops. As for those stops, Homan said they will resume following President Trump on social media, insisting that they do.

[A]

Grinal Scott, Fox News On Wall street, stocks may rise. Dow futures up 200 points, 300 for the NASDAQ. They keep celebrating in Spain, soccer's World cup championship.

[B]

Ferra Torres his final touch of the game. He had the decisive touch as well. Spain for the second time in their history, have won the World Cup.

[A]

The final call on Fox. Spain beat Argentina 10 in extra time. Argentina never even got a shot on goal as Spain set a World cup record, only giving up one goal in the tournament. I'm Dave Anthony. This is Fox.