10AM ET 08/28/2025 Newscast

Summary

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Fox News Hourly Update – 10AM ET, 08/28/2025

Host: Therese Crowley, FOX News Podcasts
Date: August 28, 2025

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Episode Overview

This hour’s FOX News update delivers the latest national headlines, focusing on ongoing community reactions to a Minneapolis church shooting investigated as a hate crime, crime statistics and federal interventions in Washington, D.C., high-level resignations at the CDC amid vaccine policy controversy, updates on new Covid vaccine guidelines, and a court hearing regarding release of crime scene photos in the Idaho murders case.

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Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Minneapolis Church Shooting: Community Response & Ongoing Investigation

• Event Summary:

  • Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis was the site of a deadly shooting. The FBI is investigating as a hate crime against Catholics.
  • Community, leaders, and the Pope respond with vigils and calls for action.
  • Victims include children and elderly parishioners.

• Key Details:

  • Victims: Children (ages 8 and 10) killed, 14 other kids, and three elderly people injured.
  • Community Vigil: The community unites in prayer; support messages from Pope Leo.
  • Shooter Information: Robin Westman (formerly Robert), reportedly transitioned in 2019, with familial ties to the church.
  • Quote (Mayor Jacob Frey):

    “These were Minneapolis families. These were American families. And the amount of pain that they are suffering right now is extraordinary.”
    (00:36, Jacob Frey via Jason Chaffetz)

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2. Crime & Law Enforcement Surge in Washington, D.C.

• President’s Federal Officer Surge:

  • D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser expresses gratitude for President Trump’s increased federal officer presence, citing a dramatic crime drop.

• Crime Stats Cited:

  • 87% drop in carjackings, 19% decrease in burglaries, 33% decrease in homicides, 42% fewer assaults with dangerous weapons, 44% fewer robberies.

• Public Perception:

  • Presidential approval for crime handling at 53%.
  • 81% of Americans see crime as a major problem in big cities (AP poll).

• Mayor’s Nuanced View:

  • Bowser expresses gratitude but notes that the heavy federal presence could damage community trust.
  • She criticizes masked ICE agents and National Guard troops in neighborhoods as counterproductive.

• Quote:
  > “D.C. is now grateful to the president for the help. But she went on to say that she thinks that having all the federal law enforcement is hurting trust right now.”
  (01:36, Unidentified News Reporter)

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3. Turmoil at CDC: Leadership Shake-Up over Covid Policy

• Firing of CDC Director Susan Minarez:

  • After just one month, CDC head Susan Minarez is out, despite having been chosen by Health Secretary RFK Jr.
  • Disagreement reportedly centered around vaccine policies, especially the federal recommendation for healthy children to receive Covid vaccines, which Kennedy dropped.

• Conflicting Statements on Firing:

  • HHS official post on X confirms Minarez departure and thanks her.
  • Minarez’s attorneys dispute her firing, claiming she was neither notified nor resigned.

• Quote (Attorneys for Dr. Minarez):
  > “When CDC Director Susan Minarez refused to rubber stamp unscientific, reckless directives and fire dedicated health experts, she chose protecting the public over serving a political agenda.”
  (02:47, via Jill Naito)

• Additional Resignations:

  • Four other senior CDC officials, including the chief medical officer, also resign.

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4. Updated Covid Vaccine Guidelines

• RFK Jr.'s Policy Changes:

  • The Secretary of Health and Human Services (RFK Jr.) introduces a new framework, ending emergency vaccine authorizations.
  • Updated vaccines by Pfizer, Moderna, and Novavax are approved specifically for seniors and at-risk youth/adults.
  • Millions of others might need additional steps (doctor consultation) and may face insurance uncertainty for vaccine coverage.

• Quote (RFK Jr.):
  > “A new framework for Covid vaccines meets a demand of science, safety and common sense.”
  (03:19, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.)

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5. Court Hearing Over Idaho Murder Victim Photos

• Issue at Stake:
  • Convicted killer Brian Kohlberger in prison for the Idaho student murders.
  • Court to decide if crime scene photos from victims’ bedrooms should be permanently banned from release.
  • Victims’ families argue that publication would constitute a grave invasion of privacy.

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Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• (00:36, Jason Chaffetz quoting Jacob Frey):
  “These were Minneapolis families. These were American families. And the amount of pain that they are suffering right now is extraordinary.”

• (01:36, Unidentified News Reporter, on D.C. crime approach):
  “D.C. is now grateful to the president for the help. But she went on to say that she thinks that having all the federal law enforcement is hurting trust right now.”

• (02:47, Attorneys for Dr. Minarez, via Jill Naito):
  “When CDC Director Susan Minarez refused to rubber stamp unscientific, reckless directives and fire dedicated health experts, she chose protecting the public over serving a political agenda.”

• (03:19, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.):
  “A new framework for Covid vaccines meets a demand of science, safety and common sense.”

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Timestamps for Important Segments

• [00:02–01:00] Minneapolis church shooting, community response, and suspect details
• [01:00–01:47] D.C. crime decline, statistical breakdown, official comments, and community trust concerns
• [02:16–03:08] CDC director firing, statements from involved parties, further resignations
• [03:19–03:52] Announcement of new Covid vaccine policies, eligibility, and insurance uncertainty
• [03:52–04:13] Idaho murders crime scene photos hearing, privacy concerns from victims’ families

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Summary

This FOX News Hourly Update covers significant developments across the country: the collective mourning and calls for action after a Minneapolis church shooting; policy tensions and public safety statistics tied to a federal law enforcement surge in D.C.; turmoil at the CDC amid shifting vaccine policies led by RFK Jr.; new, more restrictive Covid vaccine guidelines; and ongoing privacy debates in the aftermath of the Idaho college student murders. The episode features direct reactions from officials, communities, and advocates, providing perspective on how these pressing issues affect people nationwide.

Transcript

[Therese Crowley]

Transcending faith. I'm Therese Crowley, Fox News Minneapolis comes together in a series of vigils and prayers for all faiths over what the FBI is investigating is a hate crime against Catholics. The shooting at annunciation Catholic Church. Fox's Nate Foy in Minneapolis, two kids.

[Nate Foy]

Killed, ages 8 and 10. Fourteen other kids injured, as well as three people in their 80s also injured. The community did hold a vigil last night. Pope Leo sent a message assuring spiritual closeness to all those impacted. But Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Fry says more needs to be done.

[Jason Chaffetz]

These were Minneapolis families. These were American families. And the amount of pain that they are suffering right now is extraordinary.

[Nate Foy]

There are reports the shooter's mother previously worked at Annunciation Catholic School. Robin Westman, born as Robert Westman, filed a change to his name in 2019 with his parents consent to reflect a change in his gender identity.

[Therese Crowley]

D.C. mayor Muriel Bowser now says the District great greatly appreciates President Trump's surge in federal officers reporting an 87% drop in carjacking.

[Unidentified News Reporter]

There's been a 19% decrease in burglary, 33% decrease in homicide, 42% decrease in assaults with a dangerous weapon and a 44% decrease in robbery. And when it comes to handling crime overall nationwide, the president has a 53% approval rating. Looking more broadly at all major cities beyond D.C. 81% in an AP poll are saying they think crime is a major problem in large cities. And the mayor of this city, that has been the test case. D.C. is now grateful to the president for the help. But she went on to say that she thinks that having all the federal law enforcement is hurting trust right now.

[Therese Crowley]

Bowser also said the use of masked ICE agents in neighborhoods was not working out well and said National Guard troops were inefficient. America is listening to FOX News.

[Jason Chaffetz]

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[Therese Crowley]

The new director of the CDC is out after just a month, even though Health Secretary RFK Jr. Handpicked her for the job. She reportedly clashed with him over vaccine policies. Kennedy had dropped federal recommendations that healthy children get Covid vaccines.

[Jill Naito]

Health and human Services Posted on X. Susan Menarez is no longer director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. We thank her for her dedicated service to the American people. But attorneys for Dr. Maneris issued a statement saying she has neither resigned nor received notification from the White House that she has been fired, they wrote. When CDC Director Susan Minarez refused to rubber stamp unscientific, reckless directives and fire dedicated health experts, she chose protecting the public over serving a political agenda. She had just been confirmed to run the CDC by the Senate last month. Jill Naito, FOX News.

[Therese Crowley]

Four other senior CDC leaders followed her out with their own resignations, including the agency's chief medical officer. Updated Covid shots have federal approval, but for far fewer Americans.

[Robert F. Kennedy Jr.]

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Says a new framework for Covid vaccines meets a demand of science, safety and common sense. He has rescinded emergency authorization of the vaccines. Instead, federal regulators approved updated Covid shots from Pfizer, Moderna and novavax for seniors and younger adults and children with at least one high risk health condition. Millions of other Americans will likely need to visit a doctor or other healthcare professional, and it is not clear if all insurance carriers will cover the costs for the vaccines at the White House.

[Therese Crowley]

Jared Halpern, FOX Brian Kohlberger is behind bars for life, but crime scene photos from the bedrooms of the four Idaho college students he murdered are at issue. An Idaho judge holds a hearing today on whether to permanently ban the release. Still, grieving parents say showing the bloody scene is an invasion of privacy. I'm Therese Crowley. This is FOX news.

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