Fox News Hourly Update – 10PM ET 09/01/2025
Date: September 2, 2025
Host: Tom Ragatti (FOX News Podcasts)
Duration: Approx. 4.5 minutes
Episode Overview
This episode presents FOX News’ nightly roundup of the day’s top headlines, spanning the attempted assassination trial of Donald Trump, Rudy Giuliani’s Medal of Freedom, trends in international tourism, the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, US moves toward Greenland, and a homicide at Burning Man. Each segment features concise updates with input from field correspondents—a rapid summary of the nation's and world’s big stories as of 10PM ET.
Key News Segments & Insights
1. Ryan Ruth’s Pretrial Hearing in Trump Assassination Attempt
[00:02 – 00:50]
- Lead Story: The accused in the attempted assassination of Trump, Ryan Ruth, faces his final pretrial hearing.
- Details:
- Ruth, 59, stands accused of waiting outside Trump International Golf Club (West Palm Beach, Sept 2024) with a rifle, allegedly targeting then-candidate Trump.
- He is self-represented after dismissing his legal team.
- Charges: attempted assassination, firearm possession as a felon, and assaulting a federal officer.
- Trial to commence September 8th.
- Quote (Kristin Goodwin, 00:32):
“He is representing himself after recently dismissing his attorneys. The hearing comes less than a week before his trial is set to begin on September 8th.”
2. Rudy Giuliani Awarded Medal of Freedom
[00:50 – 01:38]
- Announcement: Trump names Giuliani to receive the nation’s highest civilian honor.
- Context:
- Giuliani’s history: Former US Attorney, NYC Mayor during 9/11, later Trump’s attorney and political ally.
- Cited for controversial role in disputing the 2020 election.
- Recently suffered serious injuries in a New Hampshire car crash.
- Quote (Gernall Scott, 01:21):
“In President Trump called Giuliani a great American patriot and the greatest mayor in New York City’s history.”
3. Decline in Foreign Visitors to the US
[01:38 – 01:59]
- Economic Note: Significant reduction in international tourism since Trump’s recent return to office.
- Details:
- 3 million fewer foreign arrivals reported.
- The drop-off persists, with no rebound in sight.
- Quote (Tom Ragatti, 01:43):
“Tourism experts say the downward trend that emerged after President Trump returned to the White House shows no immediate signs of reversing.”
4. Russia-Ukraine War: No Peace Talks Scheduled
[02:32 – 03:16]
- Update: Breakdown in diplomacy, continued violence.
- Context:
- Trump’s administration monitoring for peace, but hostilities persist.
- Russia launches ~80 drones against Ukraine after a severe weekend of airstrikes.
- Putin’s China summit: Xi and Putin push for “a united South,” while criticizing US policies.
- Quote (Alex Hogan, 02:57):
“China never directly named the US but criticized what it called the Cold War mentality and bullying practices.”
5. US Efforts to Annex Greenland
[03:16 – 04:04]
- Geopolitics: Renewed Trump push for US control over Greenland, citing strategic and resource interests.
- Details:
- Greenland remains under Danish sovereignty, though most Greenlanders want independence (not US union).
- Tensions rise: Alleged US covert efforts on the island, Danish diplomatic protest.
- Vice President J.D. Vance disputes Denmark’s commitment to Greenland’s defense.
- Quote (Stephanie Bennett, 03:40):
“During a visit to a US military base on the island, Vice President J.D. Vance accused Denmark of not doing enough to protect the territory.”
6. Burning Man Update: Homicide Investigation
[04:04 – 04:28]
- Crime News: Unnamed man found dead, pool of blood, at the Burning Man festival (Black Rock Desert, NV).
- Status: Sheriff’s office investigates as a homicide.
Notable Quotes & Moments
- Ruth’s Legal Gambit:
“He is representing himself after recently dismissing his attorneys…”
— Kristin Goodwin, [00:32] - Trump on Giuliani:
“…a great American patriot and the greatest mayor in New York City’s history.”
— President Trump, via Gernall Scott, [01:21] - Chinese Criticism:
“China never directly named the US but criticized what it called the Cold War mentality and bullying practices.”
— Alex Hogan, [02:57] - Vance’s Accusation:
“Vice President J.D. Vance accused Denmark of not doing enough to protect the territory.”
— Stephanie Bennett, [03:40]
Timestamps for Key Segments
- Trump Trial Update: [00:02–00:50]
- Giuliani Medal of Freedom: [00:50–01:38]
- Tourism Downturn: [01:38–01:59]
- Russia-Ukraine War: [02:32–03:16]
- Greenland Annexation: [03:16–04:04]
- Burning Man Homicide: [04:04–04:28]
Episode Tone & Style
The podcast maintains a crisp, urgent newscast rhythm—delivering rapid-fire, fact-driven updates with minimal editorializing. Correspondents present developments cogently, with a focus on the news’ core facts and direct attributions from key figures.
Ideal for:
Listeners seeking a succinct, no-frills radio roundup of the day’s most pressing US and world events, with enough detail to catch the narrative threads without the need for further context.