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Fox News Hourly Update - 8PM ET 07/23/2026

Host: Lisa Lucera, FOX News Podcasts
Date: July 24, 2026

Episode Overview

This episode delivers a concise update on pressing national and international news stories, featuring key statements from President Trump, updates on Middle East tensions, legal action by the Department of Justice, and global economic developments. The stories are delivered with a brisk, factual tone characteristic of FOX News newscasts.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. U.S. Military Strikes Targeting Iran-Backed Threats

Timestamps: 00:03–00:27
Summary:
- U.S. Central Command initiated strikes around 6:45pm ET targeting threats from Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard that jeopardize commercial shipping.
- President Trump reiterated his stance that "Iran would like to make a deal," but asserts they "aren’t ready yet" and possess "evil intentions."
- Escalation noted as Yemen's Houthi rebels attack a Saudi oil tanker in the Red Sea, prompting warnings of consequences from President Trump.
Notable Quote:
- “They need more of the same. They're not ready yet. They got some evil intentions.”
  — President Trump (00:20)

2. Save America Act and Senate Voter ID Bill Impasse

Timestamps: 00:27–01:20
Summary:
- President Trump is reportedly losing patience over the stalled Save America Act and voter ID legislation in the Senate.
- White House Press Secretary Caroline Levitt stresses Trump wants the legislation passed before the August recess:
  
  “He wants to see as much of the Save America passed as possible by the August recess. He knows that's what the American people want to see passed.” (00:46)
- Trump highlights that the House “did its job,” urging the Senate to act. Senate Majority Leader John Thune maintains the bill lacks sufficient support, blaming Democratic opposition.

3. DOJ Lawsuit Against Colorado’s Tuition Policy for Undocumented Immigrants

Timestamps: 01:20–01:39
Summary:
- The Department of Justice is suing Colorado over its policy of offering in-state tuition to undocumented immigrants, alleging it discriminates against U.S. citizens.
- Governor Jared Polis pushes back, calling federal attempts to control tuition policies “absurd” and reiterates Colorado’s commitment to expanding educational access.
Notable Quote:
- “The federal government seizing control of determining in-state tuition across the country is absurd. In Colorado, we are expanding access to education.”
  — Governor Jared Polis (01:39)

4. India Tunnel Disaster and Recovery Efforts

Timestamps: 03:01–03:42
Summary:
- All workers have been recovered from a collapsed tunnel in India’s Sikkim state after a methane gas explosion killed 25.
- Rescue operations were hampered by toxic fumes; experts cite seismic activity and ancient gas pockets as regional risks.
- A high-level committee is being formed to prevent similar accidents in the future.
Notable Quote:
- “Experts say seismic activity and pockets of ancient gases make tunnel projects especially risky in the region.”
  — Jonathan Savage (03:20)

5. President Trump Imposes New Tariffs

Timestamps: 03:42–04:03
Summary:
- President Trump announces new double-digit tariffs on 60 countries, citing their failure to enforce bans on products made with forced labor.
- Temporary 10% tariffs will expire as new measures go into effect at 12:01am Friday.

6. TSA Privatization Program Rolled Out at Select Airports

Timestamps: 04:03–04:39
Summary:
- Tampa International is one of the first to implement the TSA’s Gold Plus Program, shifting some passenger screening to private contractors under TSA oversight.
- The move aims to safeguard airport security during government shutdowns while maintaining federal standards.
- Some unions voice concerns over potential impacts on safety and federal workforce stability.
Notable Quote:
- “Privatizing airport checkpoints could put profits ahead of public safety and weaken the federal workforce.”
  — Matt Murphy (04:30)

7. EU Fines Google for Antitrust Violations

Timestamps: 04:39–04:59
Summary:
- The European Union leveled a $1 billion fine against Google for structuring its search engine and Google Play store to favor its own services, violating digital antitrust rules.

Memorable Moments & Quotes

President Trump on Iran:

“They would like to do something. But I say they're not ready yet. They need more of the same. They're not ready yet. They got some evil intentions.”
— (00:20)
Caroline Levitt on the Save America Act:

“He wants to see as much of the Save America passed as possible by the August recess. He knows that's what the American people want to see passed.”
— (00:46)
Governor Jared Polis Statement on DOJ Lawsuit:

“The federal government seizing control of determining in-state tuition across the country is absurd. In Colorado, we are expanding access to education.”
— (01:39)

Other Noteworthy News (Brief Highlights)

India Tunnel Collapse: Successful, though tragic, recovery operation after a fatal infrastructure disaster in Sikkim, India. (03:01–03:42)
TSA Security Changes: Private contractors to run some airport security checkpoints amid concerns about public safety and workforce stability. (04:03–04:39)
EU Antitrust Fine: Google faces a hefty European penalty for anti-competitive practices. (04:39–04:59)

For listeners who missed this newscast, this summary provides a clear, structured overview of all major stories and perspectives, reflecting the original tone and language of FOX News reporting.

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[00:03]
Lisa Lucera
The latest round of strikes underway. I'm Lisa Lucera, Fox News. U.S. central Command says they began about 6:45pm Eastern and are designed to diminish threats from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard to commercial shipping. Earlier, President Trump claimed again that Iran would like to make a deal.
[00:20]
Fox News Correspondent
They would like to do something. But I say they're not ready yet. They need more of the same. They're not ready yet. They got some evil intentions.
[00:28]
Lisa Lucera
In a sign the conflict is expanding, Yemen's Houthi rebels attacked a Saudi oil tanker in the Red Sea, which triggered another warning from President Trump that if they do it again, they and Iran will face consequences. The White House says President Trump is growing frustrated with the top Senate Republican as a voter ID bill stalls.
[00:47]
Caroline Levitt
President Trump's patience is running out. White House press secretary Caroline Levitt says over the Save America act stalling in the Senate. He wants to see as much of the Save America passed as possible by the August recess. He knows that's what the American people want to see passed. Responding to a question about the president's comments about Senate Majority Leader John Thune telling reporters the House did its job, the Senate needs to do its job, too. Thune has repeatedly said the legislation does not have the votes in the Senate and blames Democrats for blocking the measure.
[01:20]
Lisa Lucera
Fox's Jared Halpern at the White House, the Department of justice is suing Colorado over its policy offering in state tuition to undocumented immigrants.
[01:28]
Fox News Correspondent
The DOJ is alleging that by offering in state tuition rates and potential scholarships to some illegal immigrants, Colorado is effectively discriminating against U.S. citizens.
[01:40]
Lisa Lucera
Fox's Jonathan Hunt. Colorado Governor Jared Polis in a statement said the federal government seizing control of determining in state tuition across the country is absurd. In Colorado, he wrote, we are expanding access to education. America is listening to FOX News. Nearly home.
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[03:01]
Lisa Lucera
Rescue and Recovery workers in India have recovered the bodies of all remaining workers trapped when a tunnel collapsed.
[03:08]
Jonathan Savage
25 people are confirmed dead in disaster in India's northeastern Sikkim state. It's four days since an explosion collapsed a tunnel being built at a hydroelectric project on the Teesta River. A buildup of methane gas triggered the explosion and rescue efforts were hampered by toxic fumes. Experts say seismic activity and pockets of ancient gases make tunnel projects especially risky in the region. The Indian government's announced a high level committee will investigate and find ways to stop an accident like this one happening again. Jonathan Savage, Fox News.
[03:42]
Lisa Lucera
President Trump has announced new double digit tariffs on 60 countries, claiming they have not adequately enforced bans on goods produced by forced labor. This says temporary 10% tariffs expire at 12:01am Friday. Airport security could soon look different at more airports across America, with Tampa International among the first to join a new TSA program.
[04:04]
Matt Murphy
Tampa International Airport is becoming one of the first in the nation to join the TSA's new Gold plus program, Shifting Passenger screening to a private contractor operating under TSA oversight. Airport officials say the move could help prevent security disruptions during future government shutdowns while maintaining the same federal security standards. Des Moines has also signed on and Charleston is reportedly considering the program. But the union representing TSA officers is pushing back, arguing privatizing airport checkpoints could put profits ahead of public safety and weaken the federal workforce.
[04:39]
Lisa Lucera
Fox's Matt Murphy the European Union has fined Google 1 billion doll breaking digital antitrust regulations. The EU says Google set up its search engine and Google Play to favor its own services over competitors. I'm Lisa Licera. This is FOX News.
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