10PM ET 06/26/2025 Newscast

Summary

Fox News Hourly Update – Detailed Summary Episode: 10PM ET 06/26/2025 Newscast Release Date: June 27, 2025

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U.S. Strikes Iranian Nuclear Facilities

Pentagon's Precision Strike

The latest episode of the Fox News Hourly Update delves into the recent U.S. military action targeting Iran's nuclear infrastructure. Host Tom Ragati introduces the segment by informing listeners that the Pentagon has confirmed the precision of the bombing mission. Jennifer Griffin provides an in-depth analysis of the logistics behind the strike:

"Video shows simulated testing using the massive bunker buster bombs against a mock-up of the Iranian facility at Fordo, a plan that had been conceived and honed over the past 15 years by Pentagon targeters who first saw the shaft in satellite photos. In 2008, the B2STE bombers dropped six bunker buster bombs each into two ventilation shafts above Fordo. The air shafts provided a direct path unimpeded by rock into the main complex underground. The fuses were timed so the 30,000-pound bombs blew up underground five feet off the floor." (00:14)

Disputed Damage Assessments

Tom Ragati highlights a contention between the Trump administration and initial damage reports regarding the effectiveness of the strike:

"The Trump administration disputes an initial damage assessment report that said the strike wasn't as effective as what the White House had portrayed." (00:50)

Iran's Response and Regional Stability

Trey Yingston reports from Tel Aviv, shedding light on Iran's official stance post-strike. Iran's Supreme Leader has downplayed the extent of the damage to its nuclear facilities, declaring a form of victory despite the ongoing tensions:

"Iran's supreme leader made his first remark since the ending of the war, downplaying the damage to Iranian nuclear facilities and claiming victory. The ayatollah went on to warn that Iran would take action again if necessary." (01:02)

Yingston also touches on the broader regional implications, noting the return to normalcy in both Tel Aviv and Tehran after a 12-day conflict that saw significant military engagements, including the targeting of nuclear sites and high-ranking Iranian officials. New footage from the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) showcases F-15 fighter jets en route for missions over Iranian territory, underscoring the ongoing military readiness in the region.

Domestic Affairs

Human Smuggling Prosecution

In domestic news, Tom Ragati reports that the Justice Department is set to prosecute Salvadoran national Kilmar Brego Garcia on human smuggling charges in Tennessee. This legal action precedes his deportation, which, as clarified by a Department of Justice attorney, will not involve returning Garcia to El Salvador but rather to a third country:

"The Justice Department intends to try Salvadoran national Kilmar Brego Garcia on human smuggling charges in Tennessee. That's before it moves to deport him, just not to his native country of El Salvador. A Justice Department attorney says the removal proceedings would be to a third country." (01:38)

Controversial Call to Defend Streets

A significant controversy emerges from Southern California, where Vice Mayor Cynthia Gonzalez faces backlash over a social media post perceived to incite gangs to defend their neighborhoods against ICE agents. Joel Nadel of Fox News covers the story:

"Gonzales in the LA suburb of Cudahay, California, has gotten a lawyer who is saying Gonzalez wasn't calling for violence. She wanted the community to speak out against recent ICE enforcement actions. Gonzalez had posted a video on TikTok saying, 'Now that your hood's been invaded.'" (03:30)

Further clarifying the intent behind her message, Jennifer Griffin highlights Gonzalez's mention of local gang presence:

"By the biggest gang there is, there." (03:47)

In response to the backlash, Gonzalez has deleted the contentious post. However, Homeland Security condemned her remarks, asserting that she "calls for criminal gangs to commit violence against our brave ICE law enforcement."

"She has since deleted that post. Homeland Security on X condemned it, saying she calls for criminal gangs to commit violence against our brave ICE law enforcement." (03:51)

Congressional Budget Negotiations

President Trump's Push for Budget Approval

The segment transitions to national politics, focusing on President Trump's efforts to secure congressional approval for his comprehensive budget bill. Tom Ragati outlines the administration's timeline, emphasizing an urgent push to finalize the legislation by the following week.

"President Trump is pressuring Congress to approve his wide-ranging budget bill by the end of next week." (04:04)

President Trump directly appeals to the public:

"Call your senators, call your congressmen, we have to get the vote." (04:10)

Legislative Details and Challenges

Jared Halpern provides a breakdown of the bill's components and the challenges it faces within the Senate:

"President Trump relied on the stories of everyday Americans the White House says will directly benefit from the one big, beautiful bill as he pressed Congress to meet a July 4th deadline to pass. The sweeping legislation will deliver a record." (04:13)

Trump further elaborates on the bill's key provisions:

"Tax cut, a record spending cut, a record investment in border security." (04:27)

However, the Senate is currently grappling with modifications to the bill approved by the House. The Senate parliamentarian has removed several critical Medicaid provisions, potentially delaying the bill's passage:

"Senate Republicans are still crafting changes to the one big, beautiful bill approved by the House. The Senate parliamentarian has stripped some key Medicaid provisions from the measure that could delay Senate votes. Leaders hope to begin this week at the White House." (04:32)

Supreme Court Ruling on Planned Parenthood Funding

Legal Victory for Abortion Opponents

Tom Ragati reports a significant Supreme Court decision allowing South Carolina to block Medicaid funding for Planned Parenthood. This ruling represents a substantial win for abortion opponents and aligns with ongoing legislative efforts at the federal level to restrict funding for the organization:

"The Supreme Court is allowing South Carolina to block Medicaid funding for Planned Parenthood, a victory for abortion opponents. The ruling comes as the Senate is considering a national ban on federal funds for Planned Parenthood. Federal policy already blocks tax dollars being used to pay for most abortions." (04:48)

Market Updates

Wall Street Rally Amid Political Tensions

Amidst the political developments, the financial markets experienced a rally. Tom Ragati notes that The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose by four points, while the NASDAQ surged by 194 points, reflecting investor responses to the day's news.

"A rally on Wall street today with The Dow rising four to four points, the NASDAQ up 194." (04:48)

Conclusion

The Fox News Hourly Update provided a comprehensive overview of significant international military actions, domestic legal and political controversies, critical legislative negotiations, judicial decisions affecting healthcare funding, and notable movements in the financial markets. By featuring expert analysis and direct quotes, the episode ensured that listeners stayed informed on pivotal events shaping the national and global landscape.

Transcript

[Tom Ragati]

Pentagon says the bombs hit the target. I'm Tom Ragati, FOX News. We're learning more about some of the logistics involved in carrying out the recent U.S. strike on Iran's nuclear facilities. Fox's Jennifer Griffin has details from the Pentagon.

[Jennifer Griffin]

Video shows simulated testing using the massive bunker buster bombs against a mock up of the Iranian facility at Fordo, a plan that had been conceived and honed over the past 15 years by Pentagon targeters who first saw the shaft in satellite photos. In 2008, the B2STE bombers dropped six bunker buster bombs each into two ventilation shafts above Fordo. The air shafts provided a direct path unimpeded by rock into the main complex underground. The fuses were timed so the 30,000 pound bombs blew up underground five feet off the floor.

[Tom Ragati]

The Trump administration disputes an initial damage assessment report that said the strike wasn't as effective as what the White House had portrayed. A surprise in Iran today. Fox's Trey Yingston is in Tel Aviv with the latest.

[Trey Yingston]

Iran's supreme leader made his first remark since the ending of the war, downplaying the damage to Iranian nuclear facilities and claiming victory. The ayatollah went on to warn that Iran would take action again if necessary. Israeli officials also continued to react to the 12 day war that included striking nuclear sites, taking out top Iranian scientists and killing IRGC commanders. New video released by the IDF shows Israeli F15 fighter jets on their way to carry out a mission over Iranian territory. Here in Tel Aviv, life has returned to normal with shops and cafes open again. Similar scenes played out in Tehran as the city came back to life.

[Tom Ragati]

The Justice Department intends to try Salvadoran national Kilmar Brego Garcia on human smuggling charges in Tennessee. That's before it moves to deport him, just not to his native country of El Salvador. A Justice Department attorney says the removal proceedings would be to a third country. America's listening to FOX News.

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[Tom Ragati]

The Vice Mayor of a Southern California city is speaking out after getting backlash for a social media post where she appears to call on gangs to defend their streets against ICE agents. Fox's Joel Nadel reports Vice Mayor Cynthia.

[Cynthia Gonzalez]

Gonzalez in the LA suburb of Cudahay, California, has gotten a lawyer who is saying Gonzalez wasn't calling for violence. She wanted the community to speak out against recent ICE enforcement actions. Gonzalez had posted a video on TikTok saying, Now that your hood's been invaded.

[Jennifer Griffin]

By the biggest gang there is, there.

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[Cynthia Gonzalez]

She has since deleted that post. Homeland Security on X condemned it, saying she calls for criminal gangs to commit violence against our brave ICE law enforcement. Jill Nadeau, Fox News.

[Tom Ragati]

President Trump is pressuring Congress to approve his wide ranging budget bill by the end of next week.

[President Trump]

Call your senators, call your congressmen, we have to get the vote.

[Jared Halpern]

President Trump relied on the stories of everyday Americans the White House says will directly benefit from the one big, beautiful bill as he pressed Congress to meet a July 4th deadline to pass. The sweeping legislation will deliver a record.

[President Trump]

Tax cut, a record spending cut, a record investment in border security.

[Jared Halpern]

Senate Republicans are still crafting changes to the one big, beautiful bill approved by the House. The Senate parliamentarian has stripped some key Medicaid provisions from the measure that could delay Senate votes. Leaders hope to begin this week at the White House. Jared Halpern, FOX News.

[Tom Ragati]

The Supreme Court is allowing South Carolina to block Medicaid funding for Planned Parenthood, a victory for abortion opponents. The ruling comes as the Senate is considering a national ban on federal funds for Planned Parenthood. Federal policy already blocks tax dollars being used to pay for most abortions. A rally on Wall street today with The Dow rising four to four points, the NASDAQ up 194. I'm Tom Pagani. This is FOX News.

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