Fox News Hourly Update – 10AM ET 06/25/2025 Newscast Summary
Release Date: June 25, 2025
1. President Trump's Critique of Major Media Outlets
The newscast opens with President Donald Trump vehemently criticizing major media organizations. At [00:02], Dave Anthony highlights Trump's disparaging remarks about The New York Times and CNN, labeling them as "horrible group of people." This criticism stems from the networks' reporting on a leaked Pentagon assessment regarding recent U.S. airstrikes in Iran.
Peter Doocy adds to the discourse at [00:15], emphasizing the president's frustration by stating, "It's really demeaning to the pilots and the people that put that whole thing together, the generals. That was a perfect operation." This underscores Trump's disapproval of how the media portrayed the military actions.
2. NATO Summit and Defense Commitments
The focus shifts to the NATO summit, where President Trump addressed key defense strategies. Dave Anthony announces at [00:22] that both President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth are pushing back against media narratives.
Pete Hegseth passionately defends the U.S. bombing campaign against Iran's nuclear facilities at [00:28], declaring, "Our bombing campaign, a blitz, obliterated Iran's ability to create nuclear weapons. Our massive bombs hit exactly the right spot at each target and worked perfectly." He further asserts the effectiveness of the strikes by stating, "The impact of those bombs is buried under a mountain of rubble in Iran. So anyone who says the bombs were not devastating is just trying to undermine the president."
At [00:48], Dave Anthony reports that Iran's Foreign Ministry has acknowledged significant damage to their facilities, while Israel echoes these sentiments, claiming the attacks have set back Iran's nuclear ambitions by "many, many years."
Peter Doocy reflects on the summit's success at [01:00], mentioning, "I think the summit was fantastic. It was a big success." The consensus among NATO allies is to increase defense spending, although Dave Anthony notes potential dissent from Spain at [01:02].
Mark Rutte, NATO Secretary General, lauds the agreement at [01:07], describing it as "providing a quantum leap in capability," and emphasizes the necessity to "step up to stay safe."
3. New Developments in New York City's Mayoral Race
Shifting to local politics, Dave Anthony provides an update at [01:20] regarding New York City's mayoral race. Zoran Mandani, a Muslim socialist, has declared victory in the Democratic primary against the incumbent Mayor Eric Adams, who is now running as an independent. Peter Doocy offers a critical perspective at [01:39], labeling Adams as an "oil salesman" who "will say and do anything to get elected."
Mandani's platform includes progressive policies such as free buses and childcare, as detailed by Dave Anthony at [01:43]. Nate Foy expands on Mandani's proposals at [01:46], revealing plans for government-run grocery stores and an ambitious goal to raise the minimum wage to $30 an hour by 2030.
4. Wall Street Movements and Boeing's Controversy
Turning to economic news, Dave Anthony provides a Wall Street update at [02:17], noting a mixed market performance with the Dow down by 30 points, the Nasdaq up by 94 points, and the S&P 500 gaining 10 points. A significant point of discussion is Boeing's recent challenges.
Tanya J. Powers elaborates at [02:35] on a concerning incident involving the Boeing 737 Max 9. Last year, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) deemed the mid-flight panel blowout of an Alaska Airlines flight "entirely avoidable," attributing it to Boeing's failure in providing adequate training and oversight. The incident resulted in a breach that "sucked objects out of the cabin," leading the FAA to cap the production of Max 9 planes at 38 per month.
5. Vaccine Advisory Committee Controversies
Health news takes center stage as Dave Anthony reports at [03:06] about the formation of a revised government panel on vaccines. This development comes amid criticism from Democrats towards Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Specifically, Congresswoman Kim Schreier is quoted at [03:06] saying, "I will lay all responsibility for every death from a vaccine-preventable illness at your new Members."
Nate Foy discusses the composition and implications of the CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices at [03:33], noting that many appointees have expressed doubts regarding vaccine safety and effectiveness. This raises concerns about the committee's future recommendations in collaboration with the Food and Drug Administration.
6. Oil and Gas Prices Update
In energy news, Dave Anthony provides current pricing at [03:59], stating that oil is priced around $65 per barrel, a slight increase from the previous day's $75 drop. Gas prices have risen marginally, with AAA's national average for regular gas holding steady at $3.22 per gallon.
7. Interactive Segment: Daily Quiz
The newscast concludes with an interactive segment encouraging listener engagement. Peter Doocy introduces a daily quiz at [04:13], followed by Nate Foy explaining the format: "It's five questions in less than five minutes. We asked people on the streets of New York City to play along." Participants are invited to take the quiz at "thequiz Fox" daily and revisit the station to check their results.
Tanya J. Powers wraps up the segment with gratitude: "Thank you for taking the quiz" at [04:25].
This comprehensive update from the Fox News Hourly Update encapsulates significant national and international developments, ranging from political critiques and defense strategies to local elections, economic fluctuations, health policy debates, and community engagement initiatives. Notable quotes and precise timestamps provide clarity and context, ensuring that listeners gain a thorough understanding of the day's pivotal events.
