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Fox News Hourly Update — July 5, 2026

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A fast-paced update highlighting major international and domestic headlines, from escalating tensions after the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader and developments in U.S. politics, to breaking crime news and a sports ruling impacting the U.S. men’s soccer team.

Major International Developments

Funeral of Iran’s Supreme Leader & U.S.-Iran Tensions

[00:03] Debra Valentine: opens with coverage of the immense funeral gathering for Iran’s late supreme leader, killed by joint U.S. and Israeli airstrikes.
[00:16] Fox News Reporter (from Tel Aviv):
- President Trump addressed the nation about U.S. military efforts in "Operation Epic Fury."
- Despite the intense situation, indirect talks between the U.S. and Iran continue, and a ceasefire holds.
- Regional leaders emphasize maintaining the memorandum of understanding.
- The funeral for Ayatollah Khamenei is described as a "large display of Iranian propaganda," with international delegations in attendance and millions expected through July 9.
- Memorable Quote: “The funeral for Iran’s late supreme leader, the Ayatollah Khamenei, has been a large display of Iranian propaganda as delegations from around the world traveled to Tehran.” — Fox News Reporter [00:36]
[00:51] Debra Valentine:
- Tensions inflamed by some Iranian mourners calling for “President Trump’s death as revenge.”

U.S. Political Developments

Congressional Stalemate & Voter Law Debate

Congress is on July 4th recess, locked in a stalemate over priorities.
President Trump pushes for the Save America Act (voter regulations), but GOP Senate support is lacking.
Missouri Rep. Jason Smith (via Fox):
- Urges Congress to avoid a government shutdown.
- Quote: “We have only 20 legislative days between now and September 30th. We have to get the job done.” — Rep. Jason Smith [01:10]
Notably, past studies show voter fraud is "extremely rare" and mail-in voting "remains secure."

Sports Brief

Balogun’s Suspension Lifted — Big Win for U.S. Soccer

FIFA suspended the one-game ban of top U.S. men’s soccer scorer Folarin Balogun.
Balogun, who received a controversial red card against Bosnia, will play in the upcoming match against Belgium.
[01:40] Mentioned as a key highlight for sports fans.

National News

Coney Island Shooting — July 4th Tragedy

[02:16] Debra Valentine:
- A masked gunman opened fire at a family barbecue near Coney Island beach.
- NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch:
  - “In total, eight people were shot, four adults and four children, ages 6, 7, 7, 12 and 14.” [02:23]
- NYC Mayor Zoran Mamdani:
  - “There is no place for this kind of violence in our city. We will not tolerate it and we will fight it with every single tool at our disposal.” [02:40]
- One child remains in critical condition; the shooter is at large and the motive is unclear.

Paul Pelosi Faces Legal Trouble Again

[02:48] Debra Valentine & [03:04] Fox’s Alicia Acuna:
- Paul Pelosi, husband of Rep. Nancy Pelosi, was involved in a hit-and-run in Yountville, California.
  - Drove away after hitting a parked car until his damaged convertible became undrivable.
  - Pelosi claimed he didn't know what he hit.
  - No injuries or charges as of report time.
  - Sheriff’s statement: “During the investigation, Pelosi admitted to hitting something but said he didn’t know what he had hit, so he kept driving. He drove until his car became disabled…” [03:30]
- Noted prior DUI history for Paul Pelosi.

Chicago Holiday Gun Violence

[03:45] Debra Valentine:
- Chicago police investigate Fourth of July violence: 3 killed, 20 wounded, including seven teens.
- 2 officers injured in a Friday traffic stop.
- Wraps national violence report.

Notable Quotes

Fox News Reporter, on Iran:
“The funeral for Iran’s late supreme leader, the Ayatollah Khamenei, has been a large display of Iranian propaganda…” [00:36]
Jessica Tisch, NYPD:
“In total, eight people were shot, four adults and four children, ages 6, 7, 7, 12 and 14.” [02:23]
Mayor Zoran Mamdani:
“There is no place for this kind of violence in our city. We will not tolerate it and we will fight it with every single tool at our disposal.” [02:40]
Rep. Jason Smith:
“We have only 20 legislative days between now and September 30th. We have to get the job done.” [01:10]
Napa Sheriff (re: Paul Pelosi):
“Pelosi admitted to hitting something but said he didn’t know what he hit, so he kept driving.” [03:30]

Important Timestamps

00:03 — Iran funeral, Operation Epic Fury, U.S.-Iran talks
01:10 — Congressional deadlock, voter law debate
01:40 — Balogun’s FIFA ban suspension news
02:16-02:48 — Coney Island mass shooting
03:04-03:45 — Paul Pelosi’s hit-and-run
03:45 — Chicago violence update

Summary

This episode covers the latest breaking news, focusing on the aftermath of the Iranian supreme leader’s killing and global diplomatic fallout, U.S. legislative gridlock over election law, major crime stories from New York and Chicago, and a significant FIFA sports ruling for the U.S. men’s soccer team. The reporting is concise and urgent, with a tone emphasizing both gravitas and immediacy on critical world and national events.

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[00:03]
Debra Valentine
Calls for revenge. I'm Debra Valentine, Fox News. Hundreds of thousands of people gathering in Iran for the funeral of the late supreme leader killed by US In Israeli airstrikes. Fox's Treyanks reports from Tel Aviv, Israel.
[00:16]
Fox News Reporter
In his address to the nation overnight, President Trump spoke about the U.S. military and the work of U.S. forces during Operation Epic Fury. The president's remarks come as indirect talks between the United States and Iran move forward. The ceasefire between the two countries does remain in place as regional leaders have expressed the importance of continuing the memorandum of Understanding despite the diplomatic progress. The funeral for Iran's late supreme leader, the Ayatollah Khamenei, has been a large display of Iranian propaganda as delegations from around the world traveled to Tehran. The funeral will continue until July 9th with millions of Iranians participating.
[00:52]
Debra Valentine
Several people attending the funeral called for President Trump's death as revenge for the killing of the supreme leader. Congress is on July 4th recess following a deadlock over legislative priorities. Tensions are running high as President Trump continues to demand that Congress pass the Save America act containing voter regulations. Missouri Republican Representative Jason Smith on Fox's Sunday briefing. He thinks Congress should be focused in preventing another government shutdown. We have only 20 legislative days between now and September 30th. We have to get the job done. The Senate Republican leader has told President Trump on several occasions that the Senate does not have enough GOP votes to pass the Save America Act. Past studies have shown that voter fraud is extremely rare and that mail in voting remains secure. FIFA has suspended a one game ban for the top scorer on the men's US Soccer team for Lauren Baloghin. He's eligible to play in Monday's matchup against Belgium. He received a controversial red car against Bosnia. America's listening to Fox News.
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[02:17]
Debra Valentine
Officials say a masked man opened fire at a family barbecue near New York City's Coney island beach on the fourth of July. New York City Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch describes the victims. In total, eight people were shot, four adults and four children, ages 6, 7, 7, 12 and 14. New York City Mayor Zoran Mamdani condemns the incident.
[02:41]
New York City Mayor Zoran Mamdani
There is no place for this kind of violence in our city. We will not tolerate it and we will fight it with every single tool at our disposal.
[02:48]
Debra Valentine
One of the victims is in critical condition. The motive is unclear and the suspect remains at large. The husband of California Democratic Representative Nancy Pelosi is once again facing legal trouble. It follows a hit and run. Fox's Alicia Acuna reports from Los Angeles.
[03:04]
Fox's Alicia Acuna
The crash happened in Yountville, California, which is not in former Speaker Nancy Pelosi's district. The Napa County Sheriff's Department says Friday afternoon a witness called 911 to say they saw a brown convertible crash into a legally parked car, briefly stop, then take off. The California Highway Patrol caught up with the convertible. Authorities say Paul Pelosi was driving. It was heavily damaged and parked on the side of a road blocking the roadway. In a statement, the sheriff said, quote, during the investigation, Pelosi admitted to hitting something but said he didn't know what he had hit, so he kept driving. He drove until his car became disabled and was no longer able to continue driving.
[03:45]
Debra Valentine
Pelosi's husband, Paul, previously pleaded guilty in connection with a drunk driving accident. No one was injured in Friday's crash and no charges have been announced. Chicago police are investigating holiday violence that left three dead and 20 wounded. Gunfire injured seven teens at a West Garfield park gathering Sunday. Two officers were also hurt during a traffic stop on Friday. I'm Debra Valentine. This is FOX news.
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