Fox News Hourly Update – 10AM ET 10/11/2025

Episode Overview

This episode offers a rapid-fire update on major national and international news events shaping the headlines. Anchored by Roger Stern, FOX News correspondents cover President Trump's historic move to fire thousands of federal employees during a government shutdown, escalating U.S.-China economic tensions, a deadly explosion in Tennessee, legal battles involving a political adversary of Trump, and unrest in Boston tied to the Israel-Hamas conflict.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Trump Administration Fires Federal Workers Amid Shutdown

• [00:02] Roger Stern introduces President Trump’s unprecedented firing of more than 4,000 federal workers during a government shutdown.
• [00:15] Jared Halpern at the White House:

  • Layoffs are happening across the government (“Federal workers across the government are being notified of reductions in force.”).

  • According to the White House Budget Office, these layoffs “are substantial.”

  • Unlike previous shutdowns—where federal workers were furloughed but returned after funding—this time, they’re being let go.

  • Union groups are suing in San Francisco, arguing the administration is improperly using the shutdown to justify layoffs.

    “A group of unions representing federal workers is suing, asking a federal judge in San Francisco to block the firings, arguing the administration is improperly using the shutdown as the basis for layoffs.” – Jared Halpern [00:35]

2. U.S.-China Economic Escalation and Market Impact

• [00:51] Roger Stern transitions to the market news as the S&P 500 suffers its steepest drop since April.
• [01:02] Alexandria Hoff reports:

  • President Trump is threatening a 100% tariff on Chinese imports and new export controls on critical software.

  • This response is driven by China’s new export restrictions on rare earth minerals and equipment vital for their mining.

  • China’s measures include forcing exporters to apply for licenses and rejecting requests if products are military-related.

  • Trump is considering canceling a summit with President Xi; the tenuous “trade truce” will expire within a month.

    “The president threatening new tariffs on China on social media, saying he would implement a 100% tariff on Chinese imports plus export controls on all critical software.” – Alexandria Hoff [01:03]

3. Impact of Tariffs and Presidential Travel Plans

• [01:39] Roger Stern:
  • Economists warn: The tariffs could hurt U.S. consumers and businesses.
  • Trump plans Middle East trip: After negotiating a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, Trump will travel to Israel and Egypt next week.

4. Tennessee Explosives Plant Disaster

• [02:16] Anchor update: At least 18 people are missing following a blast at an explosives plant in McEwen, Tennessee.
• [02:24] Carolyn Elliott reports from the scene:

  • The sheriff is beginning to notify families.

  • The explosion happened at “Accurate Energetic Systems,” about 60 miles from Nashville, heard for miles.

  • Investigators remain on site to determine the cause.

    "Local officials say the explosion happened around 7:45 yesterday morning in rural Tennessee at a company called Accurate Energetic Systems." – Carolyn Elliott [02:29]

5. Legal Battle: Letitia James Indicted, Responds

• [02:59] Roger Stern introduces: New York Attorney General Letitia James, a longtime Trump adversary, has been indicted.

• [03:08] Ryan Schmaltz details:

  • Democrats defend James and allege political retribution.

  • [03:16] Alexandria Hoff quotes James’s defenders:

    • “This is nothing more than a continuation of the president's desperate weaponization of our justice system.”

  • James is accused of bank fraud for misrepresenting a home’s status to secure better loan terms.

  • James previously sued Trump’s company, winning a significant civil fraud judgment.

    “A grand jury has indicted the longtime adversary of President Trump on bank fraud charges surrounding the purchase of a home in Norfolk, Virginia.” – Ryan Schmaltz [03:22] “This is nothing more than a continuation of the president's desperate weaponization of our justice system.” – Alexandria Hoff [03:16]

• [03:44] Roger Stern: Notes that career prosecutors reportedly opposed bringing these charges against James.

6. Boston Officers Ambushed During Protest

• [03:44] Roger Stern reports:
  • Boston police were lured into an ambush during a pro-Palestinian riot.
  • 13 arrests were made after officers were assaulted and traffic was blocked.
  • Police underscore direct assaults on officers.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Federal Worker Firings:

  “A group of unions representing federal workers is suing, asking a federal judge in San Francisco to block the firings, arguing the administration is improperly using the shutdown as the basis for layoffs.” – Jared Halpern [00:35]

• On China Tariffs:

  “The president threatening new tariffs on China on social media, saying he would implement a 100% tariff on Chinese imports plus export controls on all critical software.” – Alexandria Hoff [01:03]

• On Letitia James Indictment:

  “This is nothing more than a continuation of the president's desperate weaponization of our justice system.” – Alexandria Hoff [03:16]

Timestamps for Major Segments

• [00:02] Federal worker layoffs during shutdown
• [00:51] U.S.-China escalation and S&P 500 drop
• [02:16] Tennessee plant explosion update
• [02:59] Letitia James indictment and political fallout
• [03:44] Boston police ambushed at protest

Summary Tone

Factual, brisk, and focused on unfolding developments, in line with FOX News’ direct, urgent news style.

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