An Iran peace deal is reportedly imminent - Fox News Hourly Update

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Episode Theme:
This episode centers on breaking news about a reportedly imminent peace deal between Iran and the United States, alongside updates on a chemical plant emergency in California, political controversy involving a senate candidate in Maine, and Democratic Party infighting over recent election losses.

1. Imminent Iran Peace Deal

[00:02] Host Jack Callaghan opens with news of a near-completion memorandum of understanding (MOU) for a peace deal between the US and Iran.
[00:13] Ashley Webster (Tel Aviv Correspondent) provides details:
- Axios reports both countries are set to sign an MOU for a 60-day ceasefire, which could be extended.
- Terms include:
  - The Strait of Hormuz remains open with no tolls; Iran agrees to clear deployed mines.
  - US lifts blockade on Iranian ports and issues sanctions waivers so Iran can sell oil freely.
  - More significant sanctions relief and asset unfreezing will only come after “tangible concessions” from Tehran.
[00:48] Nuclear Program Disputes:
- Iran insists its nuclear program is “not part of the negotiations.”
- The White House warns: "No nuke cuts, no deal." and threatens possible renewed military strikes if Iran refuses.
- Historical context: Iran has long refused to end its nuclear program.

Memorable Quote:

“Iran claims its nuclear program is not part of the negotiations. But the White House says no dust, no deal and warns they could resume military strikes.” – Jack Callaghan [00:48]

2. California Chemical Plant Emergency

[01:09] Max Gordon (Los Angeles Correspondent):
- 50,000 Southern Californians evacuated due to explosion risk at a Garden Grove chemical tank.
- Fire officials found a crack in a tank of highly flammable methyl methacrylate (used for plexiglass).
- Efforts:
  - Water being poured to cool the tank.
  - Construction of containment barriers.
  - Chemicals in nearby tanks have been neutralized or unloaded.
- Incident location: GKN Aerospace, five miles from Disneyland.
[01:48] Legal Action:
- Class action lawsuit filed against GKN Aerospace.
- Orange County DA’s office investigating.

3. Political Controversy: Maine Senate Candidate Graham Platner

[01:48] Main Theme: Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner under fire for past social media comments deriding a US war veteran.
[02:17] Platner’s Response:
- Platner claims military experience:
  
  ”I give four tours of the infantry. Any attempt to say that I disrespect veterans is slanderous and offensive.” – Graham Platner [02:17]
- When pressed about apologies:
  
  “Do you know how many of my friends have Purple Hearts?” – Platner [02:29]
[02:31] Context for the Comments:
- Post from June 2019 mocking a US soldier:
  
  “Poor marksmanship on the Taliban’s part is the only reason this mouth breather made it home.”
  - Reference: viral helmet cam video of PFC Ted Daniels (Purple Heart recipient, 2012).
[03:00] Veteran Response:
- Daniels calls out Platner:
  
  “It’s online and that right there tells me, Graham, you are a coward.” – Ted Daniels [03:00]

4. DNC Autopsy and Party Fallout

[03:00] Internal Democratic Party Tension:
- Recent “autopsy” report on 2024 campaign loss has fueled controversy.
- DNC Chair Ken Martin criticized for delaying release; some call for resignation.
[03:39] Rep. Ro Khanna’s View:
- Khanna acknowledges criticism but supports Martin staying:
  
  “Could he have handled this autopsy better? Absolutely. He has said he should have. Should he be working more with state parties to make sure they’re funded into 26 and 28? Absolutely. But I don’t believe he should resign.” – Ro Khanna [03:39]

Episode Highlights & Tone

The episode maintains the brisk, urgent tone of typical Fox News updates.
Summarizes fast-moving international diplomacy, a hazardous situation in California, domestic political conflict, and sharp personal criticisms in electoral politics.
Includes pointed exchanges and strong statements typical of Fox coverage.

For Further Listening:
This episode is an efficient, information-packed summary of ongoing US-Iran negotiations, a major California chemical emergency, and the latest high-profile political controversies.
Notable segments:

Iran deal breakdown: [00:13] – [00:48]
California chemical fire: [01:09] – [01:48]
Graham Platner controversy: [02:17] – [03:00]
DNC divisions: [03:39] – [03:52]

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[00:03]
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And Iranian peace deal reportedly imminent. I'm Jack Callaghan, Fox News. A memorandum of understanding said to be 95% there, as Fox's Ashley Webster reports from Tel Aviv.
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According to Axios, both countries will sign a memorandum that essentially would create a 60 day ceasefire and it could be extended as well during the period, the Strait of Hormuz would be open with no tolls and Iran would agree to clear the mines that it has deployed in that critical waterway in Exchan. The US Would lift its blockade on Iranian ports and issue some sanctions waivers to allow Iran to sell oil freely, which it hasn't been able to do. As for the lifting of sanctions and unfreezing assets, the US Reportedly says it would only happen after tangible concessions are made by Tehran.
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Iran claims its nuclear program is not part of the negotiations. But the White House says no dust, no deal and warns they could resume military strikes. Iran has consistently refused calls to end its nuclear program. 50,000 Southern California residents still await from their homes as a chemical tank is still at risk of exploding. Fox's Max Gordon is in Los Angeles.
[01:09]
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Fire officials say they found a crack in the tank. While it's a sign that the tank is structurally failing, fire officials say it's also relieving pressure inside. The tank contains methyl methacrylate used to manufacture acrylic plastics like plexiglass, the chemical is highly flammable and the tank in question currently holds about 7,000 gallons of it. Firefighters have been trying to lower the temperature of the overheated tank by pouring water on it and have constructed containment barriers. They've also unloaded or neutralized chemicals in nearby tanks. This is happening at GKN Aerospace in Garden Grove, California, just about five miles distance from Disneyland. The company produces airplane parts.
[01:48]
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A class action lawsuit has already been filed against GKN Aerospace. The Orange County District Attorney's office is investigating. America is listening to FOX News. Maine's Democrat senate candidate Graham Platner is receiving backlash for comments he posted on social media about a veteran's combat experience. Fox's CB Cotton reports that Platner dodged the question when Fox News Digital confronted him about those remarks.
[02:17]
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I give four tours of the infantry. Any attempt to say that I disrespect veterans is slanderous and offensive.
[02:26]
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Do you think you owe him an apology?
[02:29]
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Do you know how many of my friends have Purple Hearts?
[02:32]
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His latest remarks is a post reportedly from June 2019, in which Platner appears to mock a US soldier, calling him dumb and saying he didn't deserve to live. Quote poor marksmanship on the Taliban's part is the only reason this mouth breather made it home. The Reddit comment referencing a viral video from the helmet cam of a Private First Class Ted Daniels, who received a Purple Heart after taking Taliban enemy fire back in 2012.
[03:01]
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The comments were archived by state news outlet the Main Monitor. Daniels, the veteran in question, telling the Fox Business Network in part, it's online and that right there tells me, Graham, you are a coward. A Democrat congressman says the chair of his party's national committee should not lose his job after an autopsy of the 2024 campaign was finally released this week, California Democrat Ro Khanna disagreed with others in his party who say the DNC chair Ken Martin should step down. Martin said it was his decision to not immediately release the report, which examined the Democrats loss two years ago. Ro Khanna telling NBC's Meet the Press the criticism is fair.
[03:40]
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Could he have handled this autopsy better? Absolutely. He has said he should have. Should he be working more with state parties to make sure they're funded into 26 and 28? Absolutely. But I don't believe he should resign.
[03:52]
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And I'm Jack Callahan. This is Fox News.