Fox News Hourly Update – 10AM ET 10/25/2025

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This episode delivers a brisk overview of the top U.S. and international headlines, focusing on President Trump’s Asian diplomatic trip, the ongoing U.S. government shutdown, American military movements in South America, a legal battle in D.C. over National Guard deployments, LA’s new fire chief following a major wildfire, and the abrupt ending of U.S.-Canada trade talks.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. President Trump’s Asia Diplomacy Trip

• President Trump is traveling to Asia for the longest foreign trip of his second term, with stops in Malaysia, Japan, and South Korea.
• The trip’s primary objectives include finalizing investment deals, shoring up new economic partnerships, and pursuing peace efforts.
• Major focus: The highly anticipated meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping amidst an ongoing U.S.-China trade war.

Notable Quote:

"His biggest test is a face to face meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping amid their ongoing trade war."
— Fox News Reporter [00:38]

Timestamps:

• Overview begins at [00:02]
• Details and trip objectives at [00:15–00:44]

2. Prolonged U.S. Government Shutdown

• The government shutdown continues into another week with no end in sight due to partisan gridlock.
• Democratic position: House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries calls on Republicans to return to Washington to negotiate a bipartisan measure.
• Republican position: The House GOP remains in recess, claiming negotiations on health care issues can resume after reopening the government.
• Central issue: Disagreement over including Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credit extensions in the funding bill.

Notable Quotes:

"We need House Republicans to come back to Washington, D.C. End your four week vacation. Enough already."
— Hakeem Jeffries [01:06]

"Republicans say they will negotiate on health care after the government reopens."
— Kristen Goodwin [01:29]

Timestamps:

• Shutdown coverage at [00:44–01:36]

3. U.S. Military Actions in South America

• The U.S. is deploying the USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier and its strike group to the waters off South America.
• This follows ten U.S. airstrikes on vessels associated with drug trafficking.
• Secretary of War Pete Hegseth is overseeing the operation, described as part of a "war on drug traffickers."

Timestamps:

• Military update begins at [01:36]

4. Controversial National Guard Deployment in Washington, D.C.

• A lawsuit seeks to halt the Trump administration's extended National Guard deployment in D.C. through next summer.
• Arguments:
  • D.C. Attorney General's office calls the deployment "unlawful" and claims it’s causing “irreparable harm.”
  • President Trump’s attorney defends the move, saying it reduces crime.
  • Federal law restrictions on military involvement in civilian law enforcement cited as central objection.
• The current deployment is set to end in November, but out-of-state troops have been told to prepare for winter.

Notable Quote:

"An attorney for the office of the attorney general here in D.C. calls the deployment of the National Guard on the streets of D.C. unlawful and that it's causing irreparable harm in the city."
— Bob Barnard [02:12]

Timestamps:

• Legal hearing report at [02:12–02:48]

5. Wildfire Aftermath and New Fire Chief in Los Angeles

• LA Mayor Karen Bass appoints Jamie Moore as new fire chief, following the ousting of Kristen Crowley due to her handling of the Palisades fire.
• The wildfire was the most destructive in city history: 8,000 homes and structures destroyed or damaged, at least 12 fatalities.
• Moore pledges to focus on disaster preparedness.

Notable Quote:

"Moore says he will prioritize preparing the department for major disasters."
— Gary Baumgarten [03:20]

Timestamps:

• LA fire chief coverage at [02:48–03:29]

6. U.S.-Canada Trade Talks Collapse

• President Trump ends trade negotiations with Canada after Ontario airs an ad using anti-tariff comments from former President Reagan.
• Trump signals he is unlikely to reverse the decision, remarking the status quo is "very good for us."
• The ad referenced Reagan’s 1987 radio address, which irked the Trump administration.

Notable Quote:

"Really? I don't think there's much they can do. I just assume leave it the way it is. Will you be with the way it is? It's very good for us."
— President Trump [03:39]

Timestamps:

• Trade talks coverage at [03:29–03:47]

Memorable Moments & Quotes

• Jeffries’ rebuke to GOP: “End your four week vacation. Enough already.” [01:06]
• D.C. AG’s legal charge: Deployment of National Guard is "causing irreparable harm in the city." [02:12]
• Trump’s bluntness on trade talks: “I just assume leave it the way it is. Will you be with the way it is? It's very good for us.” [03:39]

This newscast delivers a concise yet in-depth look at major domestic and international developments, with pointed commentary from politicians and direct reporting on high-stakes issues unfolding in real time.