Fox News Hourly Update — 9PM ET 01/18/2026 Newscast

Host: Carmen Roberts, FOX News Podcasts
Date: January 19, 2026

Episode Overview

This Fox News hourly newscast covers several major headlines shaping U.S. and international affairs, including escalating trade tensions over Greenland, U.S. military mobilization in response to anti-ICE protests, a deadly train disaster in Spain, political divisions over ICE before the midterms, unusual snowfall in Georgia, and the weekend's box office results.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. U.S.-EU Tensions & Greenland Tariffs

• Theme: Ongoing diplomatic standoff between the U.S. and EU regarding President Trump's push to purchase Greenland from Denmark and associated tariff threats.
• Details:
  • EU leaders decide to "wait a couple of weeks" before responding to potential U.S. tariffs intended to force Denmark into selling Greenland.
  • European officials openly criticize U.S. tactics, labeling them as "blackmail."

    "They have had a lot to say about the threat, including calling it blackmail." — Carmen Roberts [00:05]

  • Denmark seeks to engage the U.S. through diplomacy, not economic coercion.
  • Retaliatory tariffs from the EU are discussed as a potential response.
  • NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte speaks with President Trump, indicating diplomatic channels remain open.
  • President Trump frames the acquisition as vital for "America's national security" and mineral resources.
• Memorable Moment:

  "President Trump insists it's critical for America's national security. Also, the land is rich in minerals." — Fox News Correspondent [00:48]

2. Military Response to Anti-ICE Protests in Minnesota

• Theme: Tensions escalate as widespread protests prompt federal and state response.
• Details:
  • The Pentagon is preparing to deploy 1,500 soldiers to Minnesota following anti-ICE demonstrations.
  • Violence reported: Protesters allegedly attack ICE agents and civilians drive vehicles into them.

    "You have bedlam in the streets. You have citizens driving into ICE agents. You have noncitizens...trying to attack ICE agents." — Unnamed Commentator [01:04]

  • Senator Bill Haggarty defends ICE actions, citing high arrest rates of individuals with criminal records.

    "70% of these people that they're arresting are criminals." — Unnamed Commentator [01:15]

  • Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey warns against use of the Insurrection Act.
  • Governor Tim Walls mobilizes National Guard as a precaution.

    "Meantime, Governor Tim Walls has mobilized Minnesota's National Guard to help local law enforcement if needed." — Carmen Roberts [01:36]

• Notable Quote:

  "The second these ICE agents leave the city, I'm telling you, you're going to have calm." — Mike Seidel [01:32]

3. Spain High-Speed Train Accident

• Theme: International tragedy.
• Details:
  • A high-speed train derails, collides with another train, resulting in at least 21 fatalities in Spain.

    "Jumped the track into the opposite direction and slammed into an oncoming train, killing at least 21 people." — Carmen Roberts [01:46]

4. ICE, Military, and the 2026 Midterm Elections

• Theme: Partisan divides deepen over border and military policy.
• Details:
  • Lawmakers are split over continued support for ICE and the potential military intervention on U.S. soil.
  • Progressive Democrats push to eliminate ICE, while some moderate Democrats may vote to fund it—citing constituent support.
  • Republican concerns about possible blowback from tough ICE policies and overseas military action, despite past electoral benefits.

    "Border security helped Republicans win in 2024, but the GOP worries that aggressive ICE tactics could backfire..." — Unnamed Political Commentator [02:54]

  • House vote on ICE funding expected soon, with 15-25 moderate Democrats possibly aligning with the GOP.

5. Weather Update: Snow in Georgia

• Theme: Unusual weather events.
• Details:
  • Central Georgia sees rare snowfall for the second consecutive season—a first for some southern areas.

    "For some spots south of here, that has never happened on record." — Mike Seidel [03:29]

  • No major impact on Atlanta airport operations.
  • Expected light accumulation; melting anticipated by afternoon.

6. Weekend Box Office Results

• Theme: Entertainment industry highlights.
• Details:
  • “Avatar: Fire and Ash” remains top-earner for the fifth weekend, grossing $13.3 million; "proving Pandora still packs a punch."

    "The blockbuster pulled in $13.3 million in North American ticket sales, proving Pandora still packs a punch..." — Carmen Roberts [04:06]

  • New release “The Bone Temple” opens in second place with $13 million, underperforming compared to projections.
• Memorable Moment (Movie Clip):

  "Is this all you're doing? It is go to you Old Nick, Old Neck. You mean Satan? Yes." — Unnamed Political Commentator [04:20]

Notable Quotes & Timestamps

• On EU's reaction to U.S. tariffs:

  "EU leaders...have had a lot to say about the threat, including calling it blackmail." — Carmen Roberts [00:05]

• On violence at anti-ICE protests:

  "You have bedlam in the streets. You have citizens driving into ICE agents. You have noncitizens...trying to attack ICE agents." — Unnamed Commentator [01:04]

• On National Guard mobilization:

  "Governor Tim Walls has mobilized Minnesota's National Guard to help local law enforcement if needed." — Carmen Roberts [01:36]

• On rare snowfall in Georgia:

  "For some spots south of here, that has never happened on record." — Mike Seidel [03:29]

• On “Avatar: Fire and Ash” box office:

  "The blockbuster pulled in $13.3 million in North American ticket sales, proving Pandora still packs a punch..." — Carmen Roberts [04:06]

Episode Flow & Pacing

• Fast-paced, no-nonsense roundup of headlines.
• Tone is serious, direct, and slightly urgent, reflecting the gravity of current events.
• Key stories interspersed with brief field reports and informed commentary.

For listeners:
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