Fox News Hourly Update – 10AM ET 10/21/2025 Newscast

Overview

This concise FOX News update, hosted by Dave Anthony, covers major global and national events as of October 21, 2025. The episode highlights Vice President Vance’s diplomatic efforts in Israel, the ongoing U.S. government shutdown, mounting political tensions in Portland and New York, Congressional stock trading reform, economic updates, and the latest on the World Series.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Crisis and Diplomacy in Israel

• Hostage Situation and Ceasefire Flare-Ups
  • Vice President Vance visits Israel, focusing on the remaining 15 hostages not yet released by Hamas after deadly fighting reignited over the weekend. (00:02)
  • Quote:
    • Shosh Bedrojan, spokesperson for the Israeli Prime Minister (00:16):

      "We've had it with the breaches of the ceasefire. We will enforce it. Our heroic soldiers will defend us if a threat arises."

  • Vance meets with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to maintain the fragile ceasefire deal.

2. U.S. Government Shutdown – Day 21

• Ongoing Congressional Stalemate (00:23)
  • President Trump to have lunch with Senate Republicans; discussions revolve around a new bill to pay ‘essential’ federal workers.
  • House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries opposes the measure because it doesn’t address broader issues like health care.
    • Quote:
      • Hakeem Jeffries (00:43):

        "Democrats have pushed for President Trump to get involved. However, ... the bill for federal workers is not the right approach as it does not address their sticking points like health care concessions."

3. Potential National Guard Deployment to Portland, OR

• Escalating Protest Tensions (00:55)
  • Appeals court supports President Trump’s authority to send National Guard troops to Portland following violence at an ICE facility.
    • Edson Rivas (White House correspondent) explains:

      “The order cites periodic violence and protest at an ICE facility in Portland as justification... attempts to burn down the building and breach the front doors and protesters throwing rocks, sticks and fireworks at federal officers.” (01:04)

  • Local Oregon leadership insists local police are handling the situation. (01:17–01:25)
  • A judge’s order continues to block actual deployment, with Election Day two weeks away. (01:25)

4. New York Mayoral Race Turmoil

• Curtis Sliwa’s Stubborn Campaign (01:25)
  • The Republican candidate, running a distant third, refuses to bow out despite increasing pressure—including from the New York Post—amid concerns he could split the vote.
    • Quote:
      • Curtis Sliwa (01:38):

        “I am not dropping out. Under no circumstance. I've already been offered money to drop out. I said no.”

  • Zoran Mamdani, labeled a “socialist Democrat” and “communist” (per President Trump), holds a strong lead over former Governor Andrew Cuomo.

5. Congressional Push to Ban Stock Trading

• Bipartisan Movement to Increase Accountability (02:15)
  • Lawmakers face criticism over personal stock trading.
    • Chip Roy (TX, Republican) calls for a vote in the fall and accountability on both sides.

      “Too many Republicans are going to be able to hide behind the fact that the process hasn't moved forward.” (02:39)

    • Ongoing debate features both support and pushback over members’ right to personal financial investment.

6. Economic Update: Markets, Oil, Gas Prices

• Mixed Markets (02:15)
  • Dow Jones up 23 points; NASDAQ down 86; S&P 500 down 11 points.
• Oil and Gas Prices (03:07)
  • Oil down $0.50 to $57/barrel; gas national average $3.04/gallon.
    • Cheryl Cassoni (FOX Business Network):

      “32 states actually right now have average gas prices that are under $3… Oklahoma... about 2 dollars. Highest prices... California... $4.60.” (03:21)

7. World Series Set – Blue Jays vs. Dodgers

• Toronto Triumphs Over Seattle (03:41)
  • George Springer’s game-winning home run secures Toronto’s spot vs. defending champions Los Angeles Dodgers.

    “Toronto beats Seattle 4 to 3 in a Game 7 on Fox to advance to face the defending champions, the Los Angeles Dodgers. Game 1 of the World Series will be Friday night in Toronto.” (03:41)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Shosh Bedrojan (00:16):

  "We will enforce [the ceasefire]. Our heroic soldiers will defend us if a threat arises."

• Curtis Sliwa (01:38):

  “I am not dropping out. Under no circumstance. I've already been offered money to drop out. I said no.”

• Chip Roy (02:39):

  "Too many Republicans are going to be able to hide behind the fact that the process hasn't moved forward."

• Cheryl Cassoni (03:21):

  "32 states actually right now have average gas prices that are under $3..."

Timestamps for Key Segments

| Segment | Timestamp | |-----------------------------------------------|------------| | Israel/Hamas ceasefire & hostage crisis | 00:02–00:23| | U.S. government shutdown stalemate | 00:23–00:55| | National Guard/Protest update (Portland, OR) | 00:55–01:25| | NY Mayoral race – Curtis Sliwa comments | 01:25–01:47| | Congressional stock trading ban push | 02:15–02:45| | Economic update (markets, oil, gas) | 02:15–03:21| | Gas price breakdown by state | 03:21–03:41| | World Series preview – Blue Jays vs. Dodgers | 03:41–end |

Tone and Style

The episode maintains a brisk, fact-focused tone, with sharp, direct sound bites typical of FOX News reporting. The hosts and correspondents deliver updates with urgency, balancing news headlines with pointed political commentary.