Fox News Hourly Update – 10PM ET 09/21/2025 Newscast
Host: FOX News Podcasts
Date: September 22, 2025
Overview
This Fox News hourly update provides a concise roundup of top national and international news stories for late September 21, 2025. The broadcast covers memorials for Charlie Kirk, developments on Palestinian statehood, severe weather updates, major crime investigations, ongoing political negotiations over government funding, and notable business-political intersections.
Major News Stories & Key Discussion Points
1. Charlie Kirk Memorial and Legacy
[00:02–00:49]
- Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, was honored in a memorial at State Farm Stadium, Glendale, Arizona, after being killed by an assassin at Utah Valley University.
- President Trump and Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna delivered tributes, reflecting on Kirk's impact and legacy.
- Kirk is survived by his wife Erica (recently named CEO of Turning Point USA) and their two children.
- Notable Quotes:
- Anna Paulina Luna: "None of us will ever forget Charlie Kirk and neither now will history." [00:19]
- Turning Point USA associate: "I saw Charlie grow from a young man with conferences of a few hundred people to one of the most powerful men in the world walking alongside presidents and titans." [00:40]
2. Global Diplomacy: Recognition of Palestinian Statehood
[00:49–01:22]
- France, led by President Emmanuel Macron, formally recognized Palestinian statehood amidst ongoing war between Israel and Hamas.
- Macron emphasized a political solution as necessary:
- Macron: "Recognizing a Palestinian state today is the only way to provide a political solution to a situation which has to stop." [01:13]
- The Trump administration condemned this recognition as “a gift to Hamas” following a supportive UN General Assembly vote.
3. Weather Alert: Hurricane Gabrielle
[01:22–01:59]
- Tropical Storm Gabrielle has intensified into a Category 1 hurricane southeast of Bermuda, with potential for further strengthening per the Miami-based National Hurricane Center.
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4. Crime & Public Safety
a) New Hampshire Country Club Shooting
[03:18–03:52]
- A shooting at a Nashua country club left one dead, two injured; suspect Hunter Nadeau, 23, in custody.
- Motive unclear:
- NH Attorney General John Farmella: Reports Nadeau said "free Palestine," but no evidence of hate motivation.
- Farmella: "We don't have any evidence at this time that would indicate that Mr. Naito was motivated by a hate based motivation." [03:33]
b) Indianapolis Mass Shooting
[04:35–05:15]
- Two adults killed, five wounded (including one female) in a parking lot shooting.
- A person of interest was detained; another unrelated shooting injured three more people nearby.
5. U.S. Politics: Government Shutdown Talks
[03:52–04:29]
- Senators searching for a plan to prevent a government shutdown when funding expires Sept. 30.
- Both Democrat Tim Kaine (VA) and Republican Roger Marshall (KS) called for bipartisan collaboration.
- President Trump signaled openness to negotiation:
- "The leadership has reached out...and said let's sit down this week and figure this out. President Trump last night said he was open to doing that.” [04:11]
- Roger Marshall: "We want to keep the government open and work towards a balanced, responsible budget." [04:25]
6. Business & Technology: TikTok Deal
[05:07–05:15]
- President Trump credited business leaders, including Lachlan Murdoch, Larry Ellison, and Michael Dell, for helping secure a U.S.-China deal on TikTok.
- Announcement made on Fox News’ "Sunday Briefing" program.
Notable Quotes
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Anna Paulina Luna on Charlie Kirk:
"None of us will ever forget Charlie Kirk and neither now will history." — [00:19] -
Turning Point USA associate:
"I saw Charlie grow from a young man with conferences of a few hundred people to one of the most powerful men in the world walking alongside presidents and titans." — [00:40] -
President Emmanuel Macron:
"Recognizing a Palestinian state today is the only way to provide a political solution to a situation which has to stop." — [01:13] -
Attorney General John Farmella on Nashua Shooting:
"We don't have any evidence at this time that would indicate that Mr. Naito was motivated by a hate based motivation." — [03:33] -
Senator Roger Marshall on Budget Talks:
"We want to keep the government open and work towards a balanced, responsible budget." — [04:25]
Timestamps for Key Segments
- Charlie Kirk Memorial & Tributes: 00:02 – 00:49
- Palestinian Statehood & U.S. Response: 00:49 – 01:22
- Hurricane Gabrielle Update: 01:22 – 01:59
- New Hampshire Shooting: 03:18 – 03:52
- Government Shutdown Discussions: 03:52 – 04:29
- Indianapolis Shooting: 04:35 – 05:15
- TikTok U.S.-China Deal: 05:07 – 05:15
Conclusion
This newscast captures a turbulent news day: reflecting on the life and legacy of Charlie Kirk, covering international tensions over Palestinian recognition, tracking severe weather, investigating emergent public safety crises, monitoring political gridlock, and noting the intersection of big business in geopolitics. The tone throughout is urgent yet informative, consistent with Fox News’ updated hourly reporting.
