Fox News Hourly Update – 10PM ET 09/12/2025

Overview

This Fox News Hourly Update delivers a concise yet powerful roundup of late-breaking national and international news as of September 12, 2025. Topping the hour are emotional reactions and new details following the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, major developments in the Boeing safety investigation, significant U.S. political maneuvering with a new redistricting plan from Missouri, and dramatic governmental change in Nepal amid violent protest.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Reactions to the Assassination of Charlie Kirk

• Erica Kirk’s Statement (00:10-00:40)

  • Erica Kirk, widow of Charlie Kirk, made her first public comments since his killing at a Utah campus event.

  • She thanked first responders for ensuring the safety of the crowd and committed to continuing her late husband’s legacy.

  • She extended gratitude to Vice President Vance, his wife Usha, and President Trump for their support and friendship during this crisis.

  • Notable Quote:

    "The cries of this widow will echo around the world like a battle cry."
    — Reporter (00:06)

    “It won't. I refuse to let that happen. It will not die. All of us will refuse to let that happen. No one will ever forget my husband's name and I will make sure of it.”
    — Erica Kirk (00:25)

• Suspect's Arrest & Details (00:40-01:32)

  • 23-year-old Tyler Robinson was identified and apprehended due to a family tip.
  • He is charged with murder and being held without bail.
  • Surveillance placed Robinson at the university before and after the incident; critical evidence includes a weapon wrapped in a towel, ammunition engraved with anti-fascist and meme-culture slogans.
  • Motive remains unknown.

• Additional Law Enforcement & Political Response (01:32-01:59)

  • Law enforcement remains tight-lipped about motive but released new evidence details.
  • Multiple governors (Arizona, Illinois, Maine, North Carolina) have signed orders for expanded Covid vaccine access.

2. Boeing Faces Federal Fines Over Safety Violations

• FAA Proposals & Allegations (03:09-04:01)
  • The Federal Aviation Administration seeks over $3.1 million in fines against Boeing for hundreds of safety violations between 2023 and 2024, notably for incidents involving the 737 Max 9.
  • Cited violations include coercing FAA-related employees to overlook standards, presenting unairworthy aircraft for certification, and interfering with independent safety oversight.
  • Boeing has 30 days to formally respond.
  • Notable Quote:

    “The agency says it identified hundreds of quality system violations at Boeing’s 737 factory in Washington state and its subcontractor 737 factory in Kansas…”
    — Kristen Goodwin (03:17)

3. Missouri Passes GOP-Favored Redistricting Plan

• Political Maneuvering (04:01-04:23)
  • Missouri legislature approved a new U.S. House redistricting map, poised to advantage Republicans in upcoming elections.
  • Immediate opposition surfaced, possibly forcing a statewide referendum before implementation.

4. Political Upheaval in Nepal

• First Female Interim Prime Minister Amid Turmoil (04:23-05:00)
  • Sushila Kharki, former Supreme Court Chief Justice, appointed interim prime minister—the first woman in this role—as parliament is dissolved.
  • Recent unrest includes violent anti-corruption protests, social media bans, and deadly government crackdowns.
  • Over 50 fatalities reported, with significant damage to government buildings and widespread unrest.
  • Notable Quote:

    “The parliament building in Kathmandu and thousands of others are burned down or damaged…More than 50 people are reported to have been killed, including protesters, inmates… and three police officers.”
    — Chris Foster (04:23)

Memorable Moments & Notable Quotes

• Erica Kirk’s Promise:
  • “No one will ever forget my husband's name and I will make sure of it.” (Erica Kirk, 00:25)
• On the Suspect’s Capture:
  • “When Robinson surrendered...he was wearing the same clothes as the morning of the shooting.” (Reporter, 00:59)
• FAA on Boeing:
  • “Boeing presented two unairworthy aircraft to the FAA for airworthiness certificates and a Boeing employee pressured another employee working on behalf of the FAA to sign off…” (Kristen Goodwin, 03:17)
• Nepal’s Crisis:
  • “Security forces opened fire on protesters. More than 50 people are reported to have been killed, including protesters, inmates trying to break out of a jail and three police officers.” (Chris Foster, 04:23)

Timestamps of Key Segments

• Charlie Kirk Case & Erica Kirk’s Statement: 00:01 – 01:32
• Covid Vaccine Access Orders: 01:32 – 01:59
• FAA Boeing Fines: 03:09 – 04:01
• Missouri’s Redistricting: 04:01 – 04:23
• Political Upheaval in Nepal: 04:23 – 05:00

This episode delivers a tightly focused update on breaking political violence, regulatory crackdowns in the aviation industry, domestic political maneuvering, and international crisis—all with the brisk urgency characteristic of Fox News Radio.