Fox News Hourly Update – 9AM ET 01/25/2026 – Podcast Summary
Main Theme:
This episode of the Fox News Hourly Update covers several major news stories unfolding in the U.S. and abroad, including a controversial police-involved shooting in Minneapolis, a historic winter storm impacting much of the Northeast, President Trump's campaign efforts and shifting rhetoric on NATO allies, and major police reforms in the UK.
1. Minneapolis Border Patrol Shooting Controversy
Key Points:
- A Border Patrol officer fatally shot a person in Minneapolis.
- Authorities claim the victim was armed, but multiple media outlets report video evidence does not show a weapon.
- Government officials and commentators debate the nature and political implications of the incident.
Notable Quotes & Moments:
- Governor Tim Waltz on transparency and official narratives:
- “Thank God we have video because according to DHS, these seven heroic guys took an onslaught of a battalion against them or something. It’s nonsense, people. It is nonsense and it’s lies.”
– Tim Waltz (00:20)
- “Thank God we have video because according to DHS, these seven heroic guys took an onslaught of a battalion against them or something. It’s nonsense, people. It is nonsense and it’s lies.”
- Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem criticizes local rhetoric:
- “The Minnesota governor and the Minneapolis mayor need to take a long, hard look in the mirror. They need to evaluate their rhetoric, their conversations and their encouragement of such violence against our citizens and our law enforcement officers.”
– Kristi Noem (represented by Ainsley Earhart, 00:42)
- “The Minnesota governor and the Minneapolis mayor need to take a long, hard look in the mirror. They need to evaluate their rhetoric, their conversations and their encouragement of such violence against our citizens and our law enforcement officers.”
- The victim was identified as Alex Jeffrey Preddy, an ICU nurse.
2. Historic Winter Storm Threatens Northeast
Key Points:
- A massive winter storm is moving toward the Northeast, anticipated to impact cities including Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, and New York.
- Snow transitions to a wintry mix and then to freezing rain, causing heightened risks of power outages due to ice accumulation.
- Temperatures are expected to remain below freezing until early next week.
- Federal government offices are closed, emergency declarations granted for over 20 states, and FEMA is on high alert.
Notable Quotes & Moments:
- Weather Warning from Washington, D.C.:
- “It’s not good for making snowballs, but it’s the stuff you want if you have to clear … the freezing rain, that’s the danger zone when it comes down wet and freezes as soon as it hits the surface. … We could be looking at some power outages.”
– Caroline Shively (01:15)
- “It’s not good for making snowballs, but it’s the stuff you want if you have to clear … the freezing rain, that’s the danger zone when it comes down wet and freezes as soon as it hits the surface. … We could be looking at some power outages.”
- 240 million people across 40 states are expected to be impacted.
– Paul Stevens (01:52)
3. President Trump’s Campaign and NATO Comments
Key Points:
- President Trump is set to ramp up campaign rallies, beginning with a visit to Iowa to bolster support ahead of November’s midterm elections.
- Trump and his aides aim to rekindle enthusiasm similar to previous campaigns, cautioning Republicans that House losses could jeopardize his agenda and prompt another impeachment effort.
Notable Quotes & Moments:
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Jared Halpern on campaign strategy:
- “The idea, aides say, is to recreate the enthusiasm from 2024 without President Trump on the ballot. President Trump has warned Republicans that losing control of the House will lead to a third impeachment and derail his agenda.”
– Jared Halpern (02:42)
- “The idea, aides say, is to recreate the enthusiasm from 2024 without President Trump on the ballot. President Trump has warned Republicans that losing control of the House will lead to a third impeachment and derail his agenda.”
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Trump’s shifting stance on NATO allies:
- He appeared to question NATO’s reliability but subsequently praised the UK’s military contributions, particularly referencing sacrifice in Afghanistan.
- “I’ve always said will they be there if we ever needed them? … I’m not sure of that. In fact, they were there after 9/11, the only time NATO has been called on to defend a member nation. More than 450 British troops died in Afghanistan… Now on social media, President Trump writes, the great and very brave soldiers of the United Kingdom will always be with the United States of America.”
– Roger Stern, quoting Trump (03:30)
4. UK Police Reform: British FBI
Key Points:
- The British government plans to create a new national law enforcement body, the "British FBI," to direct complex criminal investigations (e.g., counterterrorism, fraud, gang activity).
- This aims to reduce the burden on local police forces and allow them to concentrate on day-to-day crimes.
Notable Quotes & Moments:
- “The new body will lift the burden on police forces in England and Wales, helping them now focus solely on day-to-day crimes within their jurisdictions.”
– Paul Stevens (04:12)
Segment Timestamps
- Minneapolis Shooting News & Reactions: 00:02–00:56
- Winter Storm Coverage: 00:56–01:52
- President Trump’s Campaign & NATO Comments: 02:40–04:12
- UK Police Reform Announcement: 04:12–04:36
Tone:
The reporting is brisk, urgent, and at times impassioned, with moments of pointed political criticism, especially on contentious topics like police violence and political responsibility. Weather warnings and political campaign reporting maintain an informative, authoritative style.
Summary Takeaway:
This Fox News update delivers fast, impactful coverage of a tense police shooting in Minneapolis, a major winter storm threat, shifting political and international messaging from President Trump, and ambitious police reforms in the UK, reflecting the breadth and urgency of current national and global headlines.