Fox News Hourly Update

Episode: DOJ Launching Criminal Investigation After ICE Church Protest

Date: January 19, 2026
Host: Lisa Licera (FOX News Podcasts)

Episode Overview

This update covers breaking national and international stories, focusing on:

• The DOJ's new criminal investigation following an ICE protest at a St. Paul church
• President Trump’s efforts regarding U.S. acquisition of Greenland
• The 40th anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr. Day as a federal holiday
• Scrutiny over the prosecution in a landmark Michigan school shooting case
• Wildfires in Chile
• The Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern merger
• The passing of famed designer Valentino

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. DOJ Launches Criminal Investigation after ICE Protest

• [00:02] Lisa Licera introduces the main headline: a criminal investigation after protesters disrupted a church service in St. Paul, Minnesota, chanting “ICE out.”
• [00:06] Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche condemns the protest’s location and its interference with worship:
  • Quote: "You are not allowed to stop people from worshiping." (Todd Blanche, 00:06)
• [00:09] Renee Goode and field reporter Steve Harrigan provide on-scene and protester perspectives:
  • Protester asks: "Where are you? Where are your people? Why are you not at Whitville every day fighting for the humanity, standing for our people?" (00:23)
• [00:31] State response: The governor’s office denounces the protest, emphasizing respect for services in houses of worship.

2. Ongoing Police Investigation

• [00:37] St. Paul police are treating the church protest as a disorderly conduct case.

3. Greenland Acquisition Efforts & International Reactions

• [00:49] President Trump declines to state if “military force” is an option for acquiring Greenland, suggesting instead a financial approach:
  • "No comment." (President Trump, 00:49)
  • Reported strategy includes tariffs on Denmark and others opposed to the U.S. acquisition, set to begin February 1.
• [01:12] President Trump's pointed message to Norway, referencing his lack of Nobel Peace Prize and the attitude toward peace:
  • Quote: "Not being given the Nobel Peace Prize last year makes him not feel obligated to think purely of peace." (Text to Jonas Gar Støre, 01:12)
• [01:19] Norway supports Denmark in opposition to the U.S. move.
• [01:27] Greenland’s Prime Minister publicly states: tariff threats “would not change their stance.”
• [01:32] Thousands of Greenlanders have protested U.S. acquisition efforts with public demonstrations.

4. Martin Luther King Jr. Day: 40th Anniversary

• [01:37] The update marks the holiday's 40th year as a federal observance. The push began in 1968, signed into law by President Reagan in 1983.

5. Michigan School Shooting Case under Scrutiny

• [02:31] Lisa Licera shifts to legal news:
• [02:36] Detroit Free Press exposes accusations against prosecutor Karen McDonald in the Crumbley parents’ trial:
  • Allegations include withholding evidence, using PR to sway public opinion during a gag order, and prioritizing political gain over justice.
  • The Crumbleys sentenced to at least 10 years for enabling their son's school shooting.
• [03:06] Official response: The Oakland County Attorney’s Office stands by the verdict and their work on the case.

6. Chilean Wildfires

• [03:14] Severe forest fires have killed at least 19 and displaced 50,000 people, devastating central and southern Chile.

7. Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern Merger Update

• [03:31] Ginny Costella reports Union Pacific’s pledge to provide extra data on its proposed merger after the Surface Transportation Board found the first application incomplete.
• [03:42] The merger would create the first coast-to-coast rail company in U.S. history.

8. Valentino, Iconic Fashion Designer, Passes Away

• [04:14] Renowned for his influence on red carpet fashion and celebrity styles, Valentino dies at 93.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Todd Blanche on church protest restrictions:
  • "You are not allowed to stop people from worshiping."
    (00:06)
• Protestor demanding more active support:
  • "Where are you? Where are your people? Why are you not at Whitville every day fighting for the humanity, standing for our people?"
    (00:23)
• President Trump on Greenland acquisition:
  • "No comment." (regarding possible military action) (00:49)
  • "Not being given the Nobel Peace Prize last year makes him not feel obligated to think purely of peace." (01:12)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• 00:02 — DOJ investigation after ICE protest at St. Paul church
• 00:49 — Trump on Greenland acquisition and European tariffs
• 01:27 — Greenland’s leadership and public protests
• 01:37 — MLK Day 40th anniversary
• 02:31 — Michigan school shooting case controversy
• 03:14 — Chile wildfires update
• 03:31 — Union Pacific/Norfolk Southern merger
• 04:14 — Obituary for Valentino, fashion legend

This episode presents a rapid-fire roundup of breaking news with a measured, fact-driven delivery characteristic of Fox News’ radio updates. The tone is concise, with field reporting and firsthand audio clips.