10PM ET 10/03/2025 Newscast

Summary

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Fox News Hourly Update – 10PM ET Newscast (October 3, 2025)

Host: Lisa Lacera, Fox News Podcasts

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Episode Overview

This episode delivers concise updates on significant national and international news stories from the evening of October 3, 2025. Highlights include progress toward ending the war in Gaza, Diddy’s sentencing, gridlock in the U.S. Senate over government funding, breaking incidents in Los Angeles, a major Supreme Court case over gun rights, federal clean energy cuts, and the launch of a high-profile Missouri congressional race. The reporting is brisk, factual, and features multiple Fox News voices.

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Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Progress on Gaza Peace Plan

• [00:02] Lisa Lacera: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announces Israel is preparing to implement "the first stage of President Trump's plan to end the war in Gaza," following some points agreed upon by Hamas, notably the freeing of hostages.

• President Trump thanked both negotiating parties and mediators via social media for their cooperation in what he described as an important milestone.

• [00:24] John Thune: Offers a cautious celebration:

  "So many people fought so hard. This is a big day. We'll see how it all turns out. We have to get the final word down in concrete."

• [00:34] There remain "major disagreements" per senior Hamas officials, but they have agreed to give up control of Gaza.

2. Diddy (Sean Combs) Sentenced to Prison

• [00:34] Sean "Diddy" Combs receives a four-year prison sentence for prostitution-related charges, although he may serve as little as two and a half years with good behavior.
• [00:50] CB Cotton: Reports on the sentencing's mood, noting the judge's skepticism about Diddy's rehabilitation:

  “…the judge…was not convinced Diddy would not reoffend while arguing that Diddy’s past behaviors could not wash away the record…”

3. U.S. Senate Funding Stalemate

• [01:08] Congress to try again on Monday to pass government funding through November 21, after both Democratic and Republican bills failed.

• [01:19] John Thune: Blames Democrats for the impasse:

  “It’s all about President Trump and the Democrats needing to pick a fight to satisfy their far left political base.”

• Sticking point is the extension of Affordable Care Act tax subsidies; Democrats hold firm, warning that millions could see premium hikes if subsidies expire.

• President warns of possible "mass layoffs" if a shutdown persists.

4. LA City Hall Incident

• [01:40] A suspect has barricaded himself in his car after ramming into Los Angeles City Hall steps. No further details provided.

5. Manchester Synagogue Shooting

• [02:30] Police in Manchester report that one of yesterday’s two synagogue attack victims might have died from police gunfire as officers confronted a naturalized British citizen of Syrian descent, who was killed on scene.

6. Supreme Court to Hear Controversial Hawaii Gun Law

• [02:50] Jared Halpern: Breaks down the Hawaii gun law in question—bans guns on private property unless expressly permitted and outlaws firearms at beaches, parks, bars, and restaurants serving alcohol.
• State defends as "reasonable balance," while Trump administration pushes Supreme Court review, alleging violation of the 2022 ruling affirming right to carry in public.
• The law is currently in effect after an appeals court reversal.

7. Trump Administration Cuts Clean Energy Funds

• [03:32] Nearly $8 billion in clean energy project funding across 16 blue states canceled by Trump administration.

8. Missouri Congressional Race: Cori Bush's Comeback

• [03:43] Kristen Goodwin: Former Rep. Cori Bush will run again for Missouri’s First District after her 2024 loss to Wesley Bell.
• Bush’s campaign message:

  “I’m running because Missouri’s first deserves leadership that’s built different—a leader who doesn’t just navigate a broken system but works to build a better one. A leader who shows up when it’s hardest, who fights for all people, who unifies us with courage, resilience and love.”

The announcement sets up a 2026 rematch with Bell.

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Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• [00:24] John Thune: “So many people fought so hard. This is a big day. We’ll see how it all turns out. We have to get the final word down in concrete.”
• [00:50] CB Cotton: “Diddy could be free in as little as two and a half years… the judge…not convinced Diddy would not reoffend… Diddy’s past behaviors could not wash away the record.”
• [01:19] John Thune: “It’s all about President Trump and the Democrats needing to pick a fight to satisfy their far left political base.”
• [03:43] Cori Bush (read by Kristen Goodwin): “I’m running because Missouri’s first deserves leadership that’s built different…”

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Important Timestamps

• [00:02] Israel prepares Gaza peace plan implementation
• [00:50] Diddy sentencing report
• [01:19] Senate government funding gridlock
• [01:40] LA City Hall vehicle barricade
• [02:30] Manchester synagogue attack investigation
• [02:50] Supreme Court to hear Hawaii gun law challenge
• [03:32] Trump administration cancels clean energy funding
• [03:43] Cori Bush re-enters Missouri congressional race

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This quickfire update encapsulates news across politics, criminal justice, international affairs, and Supreme Court developments, maintaining Fox News’ direct and concise tone throughout.

Transcript

[Lisa Lacera]

They will cooperate. I'm Lisa Lacera, Fox News. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel is preparing to implement the first stage of President Trump's plan to end the war in Gaza. He's coming after Hamas agreed to some of the 20 point plan, including freeing the hostages. President Trump in a social media post thanked both sides and the mediators for working together.

[John Thune]

So many people fought so hard. This is a big day. We'll see how it all turns out. We have to get the final word down in concrete.

[Lisa Lacera]

Senior Hamas officials suggested there are still major disagreements that required further negotiations, but they did agree to giving up control of Gaza. Sean Diddy Combs, sentenced to four years in prison after he was convicted earlier this year on prostitution related charges. But he may not serve his full sentence.

[CB Cotton]

Between time served and good behavior, Diddy could be free in as little as two and a half years. Despite this, the disgraced media mogul looked indifferent when the judge handed down the Senate, saying he was not convinced Diddy would not reoffend while arguing that Diddy's past behaviors could not wash away the record Foxes.

[Lisa Lacera]

CB Cotton outside the federal courthouse in Manhattan. The Senate will try again Monday to pass a measure that would fund the government through November 21st. After two bills, one Democratic, one Republican.

[John Thune]

Failed today, a frustrated Senate Majority Leader John Thune. It's all about President Trump and the Democrats needing to pick a fight to satisfy their far left political base. Democrats have put a line in the sand on negotiating an extension of Affordable Care act tax subsidies in order to get their votes, warning millions could see their premiums increase if the tax credits expire.

[Lisa Lacera]

Fox's Ryan Schmells on Capitol Hill. The president has warned of mass layoffs as there is a prolonged shutdown. A suspect in custody after Carr rammed into the steps of Los Angeles City hall this afternoon and barricaded himself inside his vehicle. America's listening to FOX News.

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[Lisa Lacera]

Police in Manchester, England say one of the two men killed in an attack on a synagogue yesterday may have been killed by a bullet fired by a police officer. The suspect, a naturalized British citizen of Syrian descent, was shot and killed by police. The Supreme Court will take up a strict gun law in Hawaii that critics argue violates the Second Amendment.

[Jared Halpern]

Hawaii lawmakers approved a ban of guns on private property unless the owner specifically allows them. It also prohibits firearms at beaches, parks, bars and restaurants that serve alcohol. Attorneys for the state say the law strikes a reasonable balance between gun rights and public safety. The Trump administration urged the Supreme Court to consider the case, arguing it imposes restrictions that violates a 2022 Supreme Court ruling. In that opinion, the justices said there is a right to carry firearms in public. A lower court blocked Hawaii's law after a challenge from gun rights groups, but the ninth Circuit Court of Appeals reversed that ruling, allowing the law to take effect. At the White House, Jared Halpern, Fox News.

[Lisa Lacera]

The Trump administration has announced the cancellation of nearly $8 billion intended for clean energy projects across 16 blue states. A former lawmaker looking to reclaim her.

[Kristen Goodwin]

Missouri congressional seat, former U.S. representative Cori Bush announcing she's once again running to lead Missouri's 1st congressional district. Bush held the seat for two terms after being elected in 2020, but lost to current Congressman Wesley Bell in the 2024 Democratic primary. In a statement announcing her bid, Bush writes, I'm running because Missouri's first deserves leadership that's built different a leader who doesn't just navigate a broken system but works to build a better one. A leader who shows up when it's hardest, who fights for all people, who unifies us with courage, resilience and love. Her announcement looks to set up a rematch between Bush and Bell in next year's midterm elections.

[Lisa Lacera]

Fox's Kristen Goodwin, I'm Lisa Licera. This is FOX News.

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