Fox News Hourly Update: January 20, 2026

Episode: It's Day One of President Trump's Second Year of His Second Term in the White House

Main Theme & Overview

On the anniversary of President Trump’s return to the White House for his second term, FOX News covers major domestic and international headlines, including escalating transatlantic tensions over U.S. trade policy, political fallout over attempts to annex Greenland, demonstrations tied to immigration enforcement, notable U.S. crime stories, college football triumphs, and a developing medical breakthrough for sleep apnea.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Trump’s First Year, Second Term: A "Golden Age"?

• Host Dave Anthony marks the milestone and reflects on Trump’s rhetoric:
  • "We're now one year into term 2... The golden age of America begins right now."
• Trump’s latest comments:
  • Upon returning to the White House, Trump stated:

    "I inherited a mess. And now we have the hottest country anywhere in the world." (00:16)

2. Strained U.S.-European Relations over Greenland

• House Speaker Mike Johnson’s historic address:
  • Johnson spoke to the British Parliament urging unity and support for American policies:

    "We need the British people to be great and proud and patriotic... to defend the security of the Western world." (00:30)

• Tariffs Trigger Pushback:
  • Trump has imposed tariffs on European countries that oppose his bid to take over Greenland (still a territory of Denmark), sparking threats of retaliation from Britain, France, and others. Trump frames this as a critical national security need:

    "We have to have it. They have to have this done. They can't protect it." (00:48)

• World Economic Forum in Davos:
  • Trump to attend and address trade disputes at the forum. Treasury Secretary Scott Benson stresses the US's outsized defense contributions:

  • "The United States of America since 1980 has contributed $22 trillion more dollars... on defense than all of NATO."

  • Calls for Europeans to "pay more" following years of social spending, echoing the administration’s frustration with the alliance. (02:56)

3. Political Fallout: Criticism from Congress

• Senate Intelligence Committee Reaction:
  • Senator Mark Warner (D-VA) criticizes the president, warning that such moves risk U.S. alliances:

    "The groups that benefit most from this break with NATO is Vladimir Putin." (03:28)

  • Warner highlights criticisms of Trump’s demand for control of Greenland and his letter to Norway regarding his push for the Nobel Peace Prize. The president justifies annexation based on security and mineral resources.

4. Domestic Issues & Protests

• Anti-ICE Protests in Minnesota:
  • Following two immigration enforcement-related shootings, demonstrations escalated with a church protest under federal investigation.
  • DOJ considering possible charges under the FACE Act and Klan Act for "interfering with religious worship" and potential conspiracy. (01:13)
  • Report from Fox’s Mad Finn in Minneapolis.

5. U.S. Crime Headlines

• Shootings in Portland & Indiana:
  • Two police officers wounded in Portland; a manhunt underway.
  • In Indiana, a judge and wife shot in their home. Both incidents occurred Sunday and investigations continue. (01:25)

6. Sports & National Spirit

• Indiana Hoosiers Win College Football National Championship:
  • Celebrations in Bloomington after a 27–21 victory over Miami, marking an undefeated season.
  • Standout performance:

    Heisman Trophy QB Fernando Mendoza: "Everybody doubted us at the beginning of the year. We didn't make it this far not to land on the line. I would die for my guys in the field the way same way they do for myself." (01:49)

7. Health Innovation

• Breakthrough in Sleep Apnea Treatment:
  • Massachusetts-based startup, Apnemed, is preparing to file for FDA approval for a nightly pill for sleep apnea—a first-of-its-kind alternative to CPAP machines. (04:01)
  • Lillian Wu reports for FOX News:

    "It works by helping to stabilize breathing disruptions in the upper airway while sleeping."

8. Financial Markets

• Wall Street Downturn:
  • "Dow futures plunging more than 700 points" after a long holiday weekend, signaling economic turbulence as the episode closes. (04:28)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• President Trump, on inheriting the state of the nation:

  "I inherited a mess. And now we have the hottest country anywhere in the world." (00:16)

• Speaker Mike Johnson, on U.S.-UK friendship:

  "We need the British people to be great and proud and patriotic... and to defend the security of the Western world." (00:30)

• President, on the Greenland acquisition:

  "We have to have it. They have to have this done. They can't protect it." (00:48)

• Sen. Mark Warner, on strategic risks:

  "The groups that benefit most from this break with NATO is Vladimir Putin." (03:28)

• Fernando Mendoza, following Hoosiers’ championship win:

  "Everybody doubted us... I would die for my guys in the field the way same way they do for myself." (01:49)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• 0:02: Episode opens; Trump’s anniversary remarks and “golden age” language
• 0:30: Speaker Johnson’s address to British Parliament; U.S.-Europe tensions over tariffs and Greenland
• 1:13: Minnesota protests and DOJ investigation
• 1:25: Police shootings in Portland and Indiana; news update
• 1:49: Indiana Hoosiers football championship, Mendoza’s quote
• 2:39: Trump’s upcoming attendance at Davos; focus on trade disputes and defense spending
• 3:21: Mark Warner critiques on foreign policy and NATO
• 4:01: Breakthrough in sleep apnea treatment
• 4:28: Wall Street slumps post-holiday

Tone & Language

Throughout, the language is urgent and brisk, typical of hourly news updates. Commentary from officials features patriotic, sometimes combative rhetoric regarding foreign policy, while sports and medical news bring moments of celebration and hope.

Summary

This episode delivers a brisk, multifaceted slice of America in 2026—highlighting President Trump’s expansionist ambitions, diplomatic tensions with Europe, domestic unrest, public safety challenges, and moments of national pride and scientific development—all wrapped in FOX News’ signature assertive and direct tone.