Fox News Hourly Update – 10PM ET, 09/14/2025 Newscast

Date: September 15, 2025
Host: Daria Albinger (FOX News Podcasts)
Episode Theme:
This episode delivers rapid-fire coverage of major national and international news: memorials for Charlie Kirk, President Trump’s upcoming UK trip, updates on Russian sanctions, the trial for the 2024 Trump assassination attempt, the Israeli-Hamas conflict, a new Ebola outbreak in Congo, and notable political endorsements in New York.

Main Stories and Insights

Memorials and Aftermath of Charlie Kirk’s Death

• Memorial Service Attendance
  • Lawmakers and dignitaries gathered at Washington D.C.'s Kennedy Center for a prayer service honoring Charlie Kirk, following his fatal shooting during a university event in Utah.
  • [00:02] Daria Albinger:

    "A memorial for Charlie Kirk. Lawmakers and other dignitaries packed a prayer service tonight at the Kennedy Center for Charlie Kirk, the conservative activist fatally shot while speaking at a college in Utah."

• Activity at Shooting Site
  • University officials were observed renovating the area where the shooting took place, specifically removing the grass and laying new pavement—a symbolic effort to "make it more beautiful again."
  • [00:21] Fox News Reporter:

    "There was digging at the site where the infamous white tent was that Charlie was shot in... They're trying to make it more beautiful again."

• Incident in Phoenix
  • A man was arrested after disrupting a memorial at Turning Point USA’s headquarters by kicking over tribute items. An onlooker tackled him before police intervened.
  • [00:21] Fox News Reporter:

    "He was taken to the ground by an onlooker and then handcuffed by police."

President Trump’s Upcoming UK Visit

• Invitation and Agenda
  • Trump’s visit is at the invitation of UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer—a gesture accompanied by a gift from King Charles and marked by significant ceremonial pageantry.
  • Plans include a major flyover event and a wreath-laying at the Queen’s tomb at Windsor.
  • Trump will return in time for Charlie Kirk’s Arizona memorial.
  • [01:10] Lucas Tomlinson:

    "President Trump and the first lady will be flying to Britain... and it should be quite a spectacle in the UK—of course, nobody does pomp like the Brits." "When President Trump lays a wreath at the Queen’s tomb at St. George’s Chapel in Windsor."

U.S.–Russia Sanctions and NATO

• Emphasis on Firm Actions:
  • President Trump reiterates his stance on maintaining—potentially toughening—sanctions against Russia, urging NATO partners to match U.S. efforts.
  • [01:41] Daria Albinger:

    "The president says he's keeping Russian sanctions on the front burner."

  • [01:47] Greg Palkin:

    "They’re going to have to toughen up."

  • [01:48] Lucas Tomlinson:

    "Their sanctions commensurate with what I'm doing."

2024 Trump Assassination Attempt Trial Update

• Ryan Roots on Trial:
  • Ryan Roots, charged in connection with the attempted assassination of former President Trump (September 2024), is currently standing trial in Florida.
  • This week, 13 prosecution witnesses—including Secret Service, FBI, and local police—have testified.
  • Notable evidence presented includes a Chinese-made rifle, two bags, a GoPro-style camera, and heavy metal plates for shielding.
  • [03:10] Daria Albinger:

    "Ryan Roots Florida trial will resume this week. He's the man charged in the second Trump assassination attempt in September 2024."

  • [03:19] Dana Marie McNicoll:

    "FBI Special Agent Katherine Rose showed the jury several pieces of evidence left behind at the scene, including a Chinese made rifle... and heavy metal plates which prosecutors said were meant to be bulletproof shielding."

Middle East Developments: Israel, Hamas, Qatar

• Senator Marco Rubio’s Visit to Israel:
  • Rubio meets with PM Netanyahu after Israeli airstrikes in Gaza and Qatar.
  • Ongoing uncertainty about the success of Israeli strikes against Hamas leadership.
  • An upcoming summit in Doha will convene Arab and Muslim leaders to address the fallout.
  • [04:01] Greg Palkin:

    "Rubio says he's looking for answers regarding a way forward in the crisis here. Very important talks with Netanyahu." "Consensus is growing that Israel did not kill the key Hamas leadership in those strikes."

• President Trump’s Statement on Israel’s Attack:
  • Trump states he was not forewarned by Israel about the strike in Qatar.
  • Hamas claims the deaths were limited to lower-ranking members.
  • [04:33] Daria Albinger:

    "President Trump says he did not get a warning from Israel before the attack in Qatar. Hamas says that five lower-ranking members died in that strike."

Ebola Outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo

• First Responders Vaccinated, Death Toll Mounts:
  • At least 16 deaths reported, with rapid vaccination of first responders after Ebola exposure.
  • [04:33] Daria Albinger:

    "In the Congo, a number of first responders have been vaccinated after being exposed to ebola. At least 16 people are dead."

New York City Political Endorsement

• Kathy Hochul Endorses Zoran Memdani:
  • New York Governor Hochul throws her support behind Zoran Memdani, a Democratic Socialist mural candidate for New York City.
  • Seen as a challenge to President Trump’s influence.
  • [04:33] Daria Albinger:

    "New York Governor Kathy Hochul's endorsing, endorsing New York City mural candidate Zoran Memdani. She says a democratic socialist will stand up to President Trump."

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On the Charlie Kirk memorial and the emotional weight of the event:
  • [00:02] Daria Albinger: "Lawmakers and other dignitaries packed a prayer service tonight at the Kennedy Center for Charlie Kirk..."
• On U.S.-NATO-Russia dynamics:
  • [01:47] Greg Palkin: "They’re going to have to toughen up."
  • [01:48] Lucas Tomlinson: "Their sanctions commensurate with what I'm doing."
• On the Middle East crisis:
  • [04:01] Greg Palkin: "Consensus is growing that Israel did not kill the key Hamas leadership in those strikes."

Key Timestamps

• [00:02] Memorial service for Charlie Kirk; shooting site activity
• [00:21] Disturbance at Phoenix Turning Point headquarters memorial
• [01:10] Details on President Trump’s UK visit and upcoming memorial attendance
• [01:41] U.S.–Russia sanctions updates and Trump’s message to NATO
• [03:10] Resumption of Ryan Roots’ trial in Florida (Trump assassination attempt)
• [03:19] Presentation of evidence in the Ryan Roots trial
• [04:01] Senator Rubio’s visit to Israel; aftermath of airstrikes
• [04:33] President Trump on Israel’s warning; Ebola outbreak in Congo; Hochul’s NYC endorsement

Episode Summary

This Fox News Hourly Update delivers powerful and timely reporting on commemorations for Charlie Kirk, pivotal domestic and international political developments, ongoing legal proceedings from a major historical event, and urgent public health and diplomacy concerns — all in the direct, authoritative tone typical of Fox’s newscasts.