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Fox News Hourly Update – May 13, 2026

Host: FOX News Podcasts
Main Theme: The episode delivers a fast-paced roundup of top news stories, focusing on the failed Senate vote to limit President Trump’s war powers in Iran, updates on U.S.-China relations, significant legal developments, international incidents, and changes affecting American travelers and sports fans.

Senate War Powers Resolution on Iran

[00:02 - 00:35]

Key Discussion:
- The U.S. Senate attempted, but narrowly failed, to pass a Democrat-led war powers resolution aimed at restricting President Trump’s ability to take military actions in Iran without approval.
- Three Republicans broke party lines to support the measure, but it still failed with a 49–50 vote. One Republican senator did not vote.
- The vote took place shortly after President Trump’s arrival in China, with the Iran issue expected to be a topic at his summit with President Xi.
Notable Quotes:
- “The latest Democrat led effort to rein in the president on Iran with a war powers resolution picking up a third Republican defection, though the vote to advance the measure still failed 49 to 50 with one Republican not voting.” — Lisa Brady [00:06]

U.S.-China-Iran Oil and Trade Tensions

[00:35 - 00:49]

Key Discussion:
- As President Trump traveled to Beijing, a Chinese supertanker crossed the Strait of Hormuz carrying 2 million barrels of Iraqi oil, reportedly without paying tolls to Iran.
- Other ships, including one carrying Qatari gas, navigated the region, underlining ongoing tensions and strategic maneuvering in the Persian Gulf.
Notable Quotes:
- “The Chinese shipper told the Wall Street Journal the vessel did not pay tolls when it crossed using the Iranian corridor.” — Reporter [00:35]

U.S. Blockade, Oil Prices, and Economic Snapshot

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Key Discussion:
- The U.S. continues its blockade of Iranian ports for a second consecutive day.
- Domestic economic news: U.S. wholesale inflation is up 6% year-over-year, oil prices have hit $102 per barrel, and the stock market presents a mixed picture.
  - Dow down by 164 points
  - Nasdaq up by 317 points

Alec Murdoch Case: Murder Convictions Overturned

[01:21 - 01:45]

Key Discussion:
- The South Carolina Supreme Court has overturned the double murder conviction of Alec Murdoch, a former prominent attorney, due to potential jury tampering by the court clerk Rebecca Hill, now herself convicted of obstruction.
- Murdoch remains imprisoned on unrelated federal charges, with a new trial pending.
Notable Quotes:
- “The state Supreme Court now says the actions of then Colleton County Court Clerk Rebecca Hill, later convicted of obstruction, may have tainted the jury and prevented Murdoch from receiving a fair trial.” — Reporter [01:34]
- “A date for a new trial has yet to be set.” — Reporter [01:43]

International: Philippine Senate Shooting

[02:08 - 02:25]

Key Discussion:
- Shots were fired in the Philippine Senate as security attempted to arrest Senator Ronald “Bato” de la Rosa, a former police chief, wanted by the International Criminal Court.
- De la Rosa, accused of crimes against humanity stemming from his role in anti-drug crackdowns under former President Duterte, was unharmed. Thousands of low-level suspects were killed in Duterte’s campaign.
- President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is calling for calm following the incident.

Airline Industry Fallout: Spirit Airlines Shutdown

[02:25 - 03:06]

Key Discussion:
- Ongoing issues for travelers impacted by the recent shutdown of Spirit Airlines, especially regarding lost baggage.
- Airport staff are contacting luggage owners. Consumer advocates recommend filing formal claims and preparing for possible bankruptcy court proceedings due to the airline’s financial collapse.
- Automatic refunds issued for tickets purchased with credit cards directly from Spirit; indirect and points-based bookings require additional action.
Notable Quotes:
- “Spirit said it automatically refunded tickets purchased direct with a credit card. But if you booked through a travel agent or site like Expedia, you need to contact them. And tickets bought with miles, points or vouchers will likely to have to go through bankruptcy.” — Therese Crowley [02:54]

Cheaper Travel for World Cup Soccer Fans

[03:06 - 03:42]

Key Discussion:
- Soccer fans attending FIFA World Cup matches at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey will benefit from plummeting travel and shuttle costs, the result of public backlash over high prices.
- Shuttle tickets dropped from $80 to $20, thanks to subsidies from New York State and sponsors. School buses are also being used to expand service.
- NJ Transit has lowered its ticket fares from $150 to $98.
- First MetLife Stadium World Cup match (Brazil vs. Morocco) is on June 13.
Notable Quotes:
- “People attending World Cup matches in New Jersey getting a break as more transportation options open up and prices get slashed in the face of backlash from fans.” — Reporter [03:11]
- “Shuttle service tickets for the MetLife Stadium, which were going for 80 bucks, plunging to 20 thanks to support from New York State and sponsors.” — Reporter [03:19]

Closing Segment

[03:42]

Final reminder of upcoming major sporting events and a concise sign-off:
- “The first FIFA World cup game at MetLife Stadium is a June 13 matchup between Brazil and Morocco.” — Lillian Wu [03:42]

Summary:
This installment delivers a compact but thorough news sweep, marked by political gridlock over Iran policies, shifting dynamics in international oil trade, legal system drama, ongoing airline disruptions, and relief for American soccer fans. The tone is brisk, informative, and focused on facts, making it accessible for listeners seeking an efficient update on current affairs.

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They're getting closer in the US Senate on Lisa Brady, FOX News. The latest Democrat led effort to rein in the president on Iran with a war powers resolution picking up a third Republican defection, though the vote to advance the measure still failed 49 to 50 with one Republican not voting. This just hours after President Trump arrived in China, where Iran will be one of the topics at a summit with President Xi. And as the president was flying to Beijing, a Chinese supertanker was crossing the strait, Strait of Hormuz with 2 million barrels of Iraqi oil.
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The Chinese shipper told the Wall Street Journal the vessel did not pay tolls when it crossed using the Iranian corridor. One other vessel crossed the strait today and another finally delivered Qatari gas to the peacemaker. And all this Pakistan.
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FOX Business Lauren Simonetti. A US Blockade of Iranian ports continues for a second day. The latest snapshot of US Inflation coming in even hotter than expected with wholesale prices up 6% year over year. Right now, U.S. oil prices $102 a barrel, but stocks are mixed. The Dow's down 164, but the Nasdaq is up 317 points. Former South Carolina attorney Alec Murdoch convicted of murdering his wife and son will get a new murder trial. The state Supreme Court tossing out those convictions.
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A former attorney from a prominent legal firm bearing his family name was sent to prison for life in 2023 after being convicted of killing both his wife Maggie and adult son Paul. But the state Supreme Court now says the actions of then Colleton County Court Clerk Rebecca Hill, later convicted of obstruction, may have tainted the jury and prevented Murdoch from receiving a fair trial. A date for a new trial has yet to be set.
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Fox's Evan Brown Murdoch will remain in prison in the meantime serving a 40 year federal sentence for financial crimes. Today's ruling also taking issue with how much of that evidence was allowed in the murder case. America is listening to FOX News. Shots fired in the Philippines Senate as security forces tried to arrest a lawmaker wanted by the International Criminal Court.
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Senator Ronald de la Rosa, a former national police chief is accused of a crime against humanity relating to anti drug crackdowns. He's said to be unharmed after the incident. Thousands of mostly low level suspects were killed during the rule of former President Rodrigo Duterte.
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Fox's Jonathan Savage, current President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Appealing for calm. More fallout from the the recent shutdown of Spirit Airlines with some passengers having a hard time finding lost luggage.
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Airport staff at spots like Orlando are stepping up and contacting owners when they find them. Otherwise, consumer advocates suggest file a baggage claim with the airline, write a detailed list of what was in there and you may have to settle in bankruptcy court. Spirit said it automatically refunded tickets purchased direct with a credit card. But if you booked through a travel agent or site like Expedia, you need to contact them. And tickets bought with miles, points or vouchers will likely to have to go through bankruptcy.
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Fox's Therese Crowley Travel's getting cheaper for some soccer fans.
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People attending World cup matches in New Jersey getting a break as more transportation options open up and prices get slashed in the face of backlash from fans. For instance, shuttle service tickets for the MetLife Stadium, which were going for 80 bucks, plunging to 20 thanks to support from New York State and sponsors. New York Governor Kathy Hochul saying it's to make the games as accessible as possible. Organizers also enlisting in the help of some school buses to help expand service.
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Lillian wu, Fox News NJ Transit also lowering its ticket prices from $150 to $98. The first FIFA World cup game at MetLife Stadium is a June 13 matchup between Brazil and Morocco. And Lisa Brady, Fox News.