9PM ET 03/01/2026 Newscast

Summary

Fox News Hourly Update – 9PM ET 03/01/2026 Newscast

Date: March 2, 2026
Host: Carmen Roberts (FOX News Podcasts)

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Episode Overview

This Fox News Hourly Update covers a turbulent moment in U.S. and international affairs, focusing on escalating conflict between the U.S. and Iran, recent mass shootings in Texas and Ohio, and notable cultural and entertainment events. The newscast includes statements from President Trump, White House correspondents, and lawmakers, offering insight on ongoing military operations, domestic security concerns, political divides, and box office records.

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Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. U.S. Military Operations Against Iran

• Honoring Fallen Soldiers

  • President Trump acknowledges the deaths and injuries among U.S. service members in the ongoing operation against Iran.
  • [00:16] President Trump:

    "We pray for the full recovery of the wounded and send our immense love and eternal gratitude to the families of the fallen. And sadly, there will likely be more before it ends. That's the way it is."

• Operation Epic Fury: Details and Objectives

  • [00:33] Edward Lawrence reports from the White House that Operation Epic Fury has claimed the lives of three American soldiers and wounded five.
  • President Trump warns of continued casualties and frames the mission as necessary to prevent Iran from achieving nuclear capability.
  • [00:52] President Trump:

    "Combat operations continue at this time in full force and they will continue until all of our objectives are achieved. An Iranian regime armed with long range missiles and nuclear weapons would be a dire threat to every American. We cannot allow a nation that raises terrorist armies to possess such weapons."

• Potential for Diplomacy

  • [01:14] Lawrence: Senior White House officials state that while potential new leadership in Iran wants dialogue, operations will continue for now.

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2. Terror-Linked Mass Shooting in Austin, Texas

• [01:22] Carmen Roberts covers a mass shooting potentially linked to the conflict with Iran.
  • The gunman killed two and injured 14.
  • FBI indicators suggest possible ties to terrorism; the gunman wore a "property of Allah" item.
  • [01:48] The gunman, Najaga John (from Senegal), was shot and killed by police.

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3. Domestic Political Division Over Military Action

• Debate Over War Powers
  • [02:41] Lawmakers remain divided over President Trump’s authority to strike Iran without explicit Congressional approval.
  • [02:48] Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA) on NBC's Meet the Press:

    "I believe that this is a disastrous vote for any Democrat to vote for Donald Trump's war in the Middle East... There are a few Republicans who share Marjorie Taylor Greene and Tucker Carlson and others, Rand Paul's view. And we've got to make the case to them. It'll be a close vote."

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4. Cincinnati Nightclub Shooting

• [03:07] A mass shooting in Cincinnati leaves one in critical condition, eight injured.
  • [03:22] Brenda Ordonez (Fox 19 Cincinnati):
    • Describes chaotic scenes as club-goers fled after gunfire and a physical altercation.
    • Police have not confirmed connections between the incidents, named suspects, or made arrests.

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5. Box Office & Entertainment

• [03:57] Scream 7 Sets Franchise Record

  • The latest "Scream" film debuts with an estimated $64 million opening.
  • Featured a meta clip of President Trump reading a "Ghostface" line:
    [04:09] President Trump:

    "Hello? Hello, Sidney. Did you miss me? Nice little town you found."

• Paramount's acquisition of Warner Brothers Discovery is mentioned as a big industry move.

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Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• President Trump (00:16):
  "And sadly, there will likely be more before it ends. That's the way it is."
• Edward Lawrence (00:33):
  "Three soldiers, American soldiers, been killed in Operation Epic Fury."
• President Trump (00:52): "We cannot allow a nation that raises terrorist armies to possess such weapons."
• Rep. Ro Khanna (02:48): "I believe that this is a disastrous vote for any Democrat to vote for Donald Trump's war in the Middle East."
• Brenda Ordonez (03:22): "Family members of the victims tell me they were trampled, screaming as hundreds rushed for that exit."
• President Trump, movie quote (04:09): "Hello? Hello, Sidney. Did you miss me? Nice little town you found."

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Important Segment Timestamps

• Honoring fallen U.S. soldiers: 00:02–00:33
• White House & Operation Epic Fury update: 00:33–01:22
• Austin mass shooting, terrorism angle: 01:22–02:00
• Congressional war powers debate: 02:41–03:07
• Cincinnati nightclub shooting report: 03:07–03:57
• Scream 7 box office record & entertainment news: 03:57–04:37

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Summary

This episode underscores escalating U.S.-Iran tensions with somber yet resolute presidential remarks, the continuing risk to U.S. troops, and ripple effects at home—seen in mass shootings with possible international implications. In parallel, domestic debate heats up over war powers, with politicians sharply divided. The episode concludes with lighter but notable cinematic news, providing momentary respite from an otherwise intense news hour.

Transcript

[Carmen Roberts]

Pledging to avenge the fallen. I'm Carmen Roberts, Fox News. Tonight, President Trump acknowledged the three service members who were killed in action and that operation against Iran and the five who are injured as well.

[President Trump]

We pray for the full recovery of the wounded and send our immense love and eternal gratitude to the families of the fallen. And sadly, there will likely be more before it ends. That's the way it is.

[Carmen Roberts]

Fox's Edward Lawrence has more from the White House.

[Edward Lawrence]

Three soldiers, American soldiers, been killed in Operation Epic Fury. The president warned the nation this might happen again while saying the alternative is worse because Iran would not stop working towards a nuclear bomb. President Trump tells our Jackie Heinrich the US knows how many targets are left, adding 48 leaders have already been taken out and things are moving rapidly.

[President Trump]

Combat operations continue at this time in full force and they will continue until all of our objectives are achieved. An Iranian regime armed with long range missiles and nuclear weapons would be a dire threat to every American. We cannot allow a nation that raises terrorist armies to possess such weapons.

[Edward Lawrence]

The senior White House official says that potential new leadership in Iran wants to talk to the president and eventually he will. But now the operation continues.

[Carmen Roberts]

A mass shooting in Austin, Texas may be connected to the attack on Iran. A police source tells Fox News the gunman who killed two people and injured 14 was wearing a property of Allah. FBI said earlier there were indicators that on the subject and in his vehicle that indicate potential nexus to terrorism. Acting Special Agent in charge Alex Doran. Police shot and killed a gunman identified as 53 year old Najaga John from Senegal. America's listening to Fox News.

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[Carmen Roberts]

lawmakers are still divided over President Trump's authority to launch the military strikes on Iran without congressional approval.

[Ro Khanna]

I believe that this is a disastrous vote for any Democrat to vote for Donald Trump's war in the Middle East. So I hope we will hold the line. And then like I said, there are a few Republicans who share Marjorie Taylor Greene and Tucker Carlson and others. Rand Paul's view And we've got to make the case to them. It'll be a close vote.

[Carmen Roberts]

Democratic Congressman ro Khanna on NBC's Meet the Press. One person is in critical condition, eight others injured following a mass shooting at a music venue in Cincinnati. Today. Reporter Brenda Ordonez with Fox 19 since Cincinnati reports the club was packed.

[Brenda Ordonez]

That's what witnesses tell us. Now family members of those that were inside tell us their loved ones were hurt in the chaos that followed. Family members of the victims tell me they were trampled, screaming as hundreds rushed for that exit. Now a witness who I spoke to anonymously said it didn't start with gunfire. He says an altercation inside the venue left one person unconscious. He says 10 to 15 minutes later, he says he heard seven to 10 gunshots ring out and everyone hit the ground. Now, police have not confirmed if these incidents were connected. Police have said there is no threat to the public, but have not announced any arrest or identified any suspects.

[Carmen Roberts]

And 30 years after the original slasher movie Scream 7 is still making a killing, the film set a franchise record with an estimated $64 million debut.

[President Trump]

Hello? Hello, Sidney. Did you miss me? Nice little town you found.

[Carmen Roberts]

Scream 7 easily displaced last weekend's Champ Goat, which dropped to second with $12 million for its third weekend. And the bigger than expected opening was a win for Paramount just announced its acquisition of Warner Brothers Discovery. I'm Carmen Roberts. This is FOX News.

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