Fox News Hourly Update – 10AM ET, October 5, 2025

Host: Pam Puso, FOX News Podcasts
Duration: Approx. 4 minutes (excluding ads and promos)

Overview

This episode delivers concise updates on major national and international news stories unfolding on October 5, 2025. Key topics include the federal government shutdown, Middle East ceasefire talks, campus security incidents, ongoing protests in Portland and Chicago, a notable Supreme Court tradition, and the closure of a legendary music venue in Vermont.

Main News Stories & Key Insights

Government Shutdown Continues

• Stalemate Over Enhanced Obamacare Subsidies

  • The U.S. government remains partially shut down for a fifth day with federal workers still furloughed or working without pay.
  • The core disagreement lies in whether to extend enhanced Obamacare subsidies; Democrats insist on their continuation while Republicans argue the matter is not urgent.
  • Essential services and some federal institutions remain open.
  • "The White House is also threatening to lay off thousands of federal workers." – News Anchor [00:19]

• Smithsonian Institutions and Potential Impact

  • Smithsonian museums and the National Zoo are open for now, but risk closure if the shutdown extends past Saturday.
  • “If the shutdown continues past this coming Saturday, the Smithsonian would close the following day.” – Pam Puso [00:32]

Middle East Ceasefire Negotiations

• Progress in Hostage Release and Ceasefire Efforts
  • Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu expresses optimism on imminent hostage releases from Gaza.
  • Israel and Hamas are both considering President Trump’s 20-point peace plan, with delegations due in Egypt for talks.
  • The plan involves an immediate ceasefire, release of all 48 remaining hostages (with only about 20 expected to be found alive), creation of an international governing board for Gaza, and Hamas’ full disarmament.
  • “Delegations from Israel, Hamas and the US all set to meet in Egypt on Monday to try to finalize details.” – Foreign Affairs Correspondent [00:59]
  • “The multi phase plan calls for the immediate cease fire and release of all remaining 48 hostages. About 20 or so are expected to be found alive.” – Foreign Affairs Correspondent [01:16]

Domestic Safety & Security

• South Carolina State University on Lockdown
  • An overnight shooting placed the university on lockdown; no injuries reported.
  • School police are actively investigating after gunshots were heard at a campus housing complex.
  • Students in the affected building were ordered to stay put, others evacuated or told to return to dorms.
  • “No reports of injuries.” – Pam Puso [01:54]

Protests & Civil Unrest

• Portland & Chicago: Anti-ICE Demonstrations

  • For 100 nights, demonstrators have clashed with police in Portland over the Trump administration’s immigration policies.
  • Federal agents have responded with tear gas, mace, and arrests.
  • Judicial intervention is blocking President Trump from sending National Guard to Portland due to concerns about presidential overreach.
  • Related protests in Chicago involved violent altercations, including an incident where Border Patrol agents shot an armed woman who rammed law enforcement vehicles.
  • The Department of Homeland Security reports the woman has a history of doxxing agents.
  • “Judges are blocking President Trump from intervening, halting National Guard deployment to Portland, claiming he is exceeding his presidential authority.” – Field Reporter [02:51]
  • “Border Patrol agents having to shoot an armed woman as she and an angry mob ambushed officers ramming into law enforcement vehicles while armed with a semi automatic weapon.” – Field Reporter [03:06]

• Reactions and Federal Response

  • The wounded woman has now been released from the hospital.
  • President Trump is planning to send 300 National Guard troops to Chicago.
  • “President Trump is expected to send 300 National Guard troops to Chicago.” – Pam Puso [03:30]

Supreme Court & National Traditions

• The Red Mass
  • An annual tradition since the 1950s marking the start of the Supreme Court term.
  • The Red Mass is held at Washington's Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle, seeking a blessing for justice administrators.
  • Justices, public officials, and sometimes presidents and Congress members attend.
  • “The Supreme Court's term begins tomorrow. This morning, the mass service, led by Cardinal McElroy, will invoke God's blessing on those respond for the administration of justice.” – Religious Affairs Correspondent [03:43]

Arts & Culture

• Closure of Vermont’s Iconic Nectar’s Music Club
  • Nectar’s, a Burlington venue famous for launching the band Phish, is closing permanently after fifty years due to financial problems and construction challenges.
  • “Nectar's in downtown Burlington announced a summer pause back in June, but later confirmed it would not reopen, citing financial struggles and ongoing construction downtown.” – Pam Puso [04:12]

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “Most federal workers won't be on the job again tomorrow.” – Pam Puso [00:02]
• “The government shutdown is entering its fifth day and a deal to reopen it is nowhere in sight.” – News Anchor [00:09]
• “If the shutdown continues past this coming Saturday, the Smithsonian would close the following day.” – Pam Puso [00:32]
• “Delegations from Israel, Hamas and the US all set to meet in Egypt on Monday to try to finalize details.” – Foreign Affairs Correspondent [00:59]
• “Judges are blocking President Trump from intervening, halting National Guard deployment to Portland, claiming he is exceeding his presidential authority.” – Field Reporter [02:51]
• “President Trump is expected to send 300 National Guard troops to Chicago.” – Pam Puso [03:30]

Segment Timestamps

• Government Shutdown Update: [00:02] – [00:32]
• Middle East Ceasefire Talks: [00:53] – [01:31]
• South Carolina State University Lockdown: [01:31] – [01:59]
• Protests in Portland and Chicago: [02:31] – [03:25]
• Red Mass and Supreme Court Tradition: [03:36] – [04:07]
• Closure of Nectar’s Music Club: [04:07] – [04:28]

Tone and Style

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