Fox News Hourly Update
Episode: A Transgender Rights Case Goes Before the Supreme Court
Date: January 13, 2026
Host: Dave Anthony (FOX News Podcasts)
Episode Overview
This episode centers on a high-profile transgender rights case being considered by the Supreme Court, specifically focusing on state laws that restrict trans athletes from participating in girls’ and women’s sports. Additional news updates covered include the aftermath of Iranian protests, U.S. immigration enforcement controversies, a key inflation report, and developments in the Uvalde shooting trial, along with NFL playoff results.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Transgender Rights Case at the Supreme Court
[00:02–00:44, 02:39]
- Main Story: The Supreme Court is hearing a case brought by Idaho and West Virginia after lower courts struck down their laws banning transgender athletes from girls' and women's sports.
- Athlete Perspective: Madison Kenyon, an Idaho school athlete, shares her support for the challenge, citing concerns over fairness in women’s sports.
- Quote: “It would preserve fairness in our sports.” – Madison Kenyon [00:08]
- Quote: “Sports loses its integrity.” – Madison Kenyon [00:12]
- Arguments Highlighted:
- Proponents (like Kenyon): Argue biological advantages compromise fair competition.
- Quote: “Both arguments here from both sides are saying that this is not fair for female athletes. It's not fair to have to compete alongside individuals who have a biological advantage.” – Reporter [00:27]
- Plaintiffs (trans athletes): Argue that their right to compete is also about fairness and equality.
- Quote: “For the plaintiffs here, they're going to be arguing that there's no fairness for them in wanting to compete in a sport that they clearly want to compete in.” – Reporter [00:38]
- Proponents (like Kenyon): Argue biological advantages compromise fair competition.
- Further Context: The Supreme Court’s decision has potential broad implications for trans rights and women’s sports across the U.S.
2. Iran Protests and U.S. Response
[00:44]
- Overview: Over 650 people reported dead in Iran’s crackdown on anti-regime protests.
- U.S. Policy: President Trump threatens a 25% tariff on Iranian trading partners and military strikes in reaction to Iran’s actions.
3. U.S. Immigration Enforcement & Protests
[01:05–01:42]
- Minnesota Lawsuit: State challenges federal immigration enforcement, calling an influx of ICE agents an “invasion.”
- NYC Protest: After a city council staffer is detained by ICE, local officials and activists label it an assault on democracy.
- Quote: “Mayor Zoran Mamdani called it, quote, an assault on our democracy and called for the staffer's immediate release.” – Reporter [01:29]
- Federal Response: Department of Homeland Security states the employee has an alleged criminal history.
4. Economic Update – Inflation Report
[01:42–01:55, 03:50]
- Statistics: Consumer Price Index rose 0.3% in the last month; year-over-year rate remains at 2.7%.
- Quote: “We came in in line at 2.7%. That was the expectation. That was the number we got for November.” – Cheryl Cassoni, FOX Business Network [01:50]
- Market Reaction: Uncertainty in stock futures; mixed reaction anticipated.
5. First Uvalde Shooting Trial
[02:39–03:50]
- Context: Testimonies resume in the first trial related to the 2022 Uvalde elementary school shooting.
- Defendant: Former Uvalde school police officer Adrian Gonzalez, charged with 29 counts of child abandonment or endangerment.
- Victim Testimony: Arnolfo Reyes, a survivor and teacher, recounted praying for the attack to end and being taunted by the gunman after sustaining injuries.
- Quote: “[He] prayed for the attack to be over after being shot along with his students.” – Tom Brigatti, FOX News [03:21]
- Prosecution’s Argument: Gonzalez is accused of failing to intervene as 19 students and 2 teachers were killed.
6. NFL Playoffs and Aaron Rodgers
[03:50–04:36]
- Game Recap: Steelers knocked out by Houston Texans (final score: not specified, highlighted as a blowout).
- “Disappointed, you know, obviously such a fun year.” – Aaron Rodgers [03:57]
- Career Uncertainty: Rodgers refuses to discuss retirement right after the game.
- Quote: “No, I mean, I'm not going to make any emotional decisions.” – Aaron Rodgers [04:13]
- Next Round: Texans advance to play the New England Patriots.
Memorable Quotes & Moments
- Madison Kenyon on fairness in sports:
- “It would preserve fairness in our sports.” [00:08]
- “Sports loses its integrity.” [00:12]
- Reporter on both perspectives in the case:
- “Both arguments here from both sides are saying that this is not fair for female athletes. It's not fair to have to compete alongside individuals who have a biological advantage.” [00:27]
- “For the plaintiffs here, they're going to be arguing that there's no fairness for them in wanting to compete in a sport that they clearly want to compete in.” [00:38]
- Mayor Zoran Mamdani on ICE arrest:
- “An assault on our democracy and called for the staffer's immediate release.” [01:29]
- Arnolfo Reyes on surviving the Uvalde attack:
- “[He] prayed for the attack to be over after being shot along with his students.” [03:21]
- Aaron Rodgers post-game:
- “No, I mean, I'm not going to make any emotional decisions.” [04:13]
Timestamps for Major Segments
- [00:02] Supreme Court transgender rights case coverage begins
- [00:44] Updates on Iran protests and U.S. response
- [01:05] Minnesota sues Trump administration over ICE
- [01:42] Inflation report and market reaction
- [02:39] Testimony resumes in Uvalde trial
- [03:50] NFL playoffs update: Steelers vs. Texans, Aaron Rodgers' future
Tone & Style
This episode takes a brisk, factual news-digest approach with a somewhat urgent tone. Direct quotes from participants and reporters add immediacy and perspective, especially on contentious and emotional issues. The language is clear, forthright, and occasionally charged in reporting on controversies and tragedies.
For Listeners Who Missed the Episode
This update delivers succinct, high-impact overviews of major news stories, led by the Supreme Court hearing on transgender athletes. Listeners get a snapshot of key legal, political, economic, and sports developments shaping the news cycle on January 13, 2026.