Fox News Hourly Update – 10PM ET 10/24/2025 Newscast

Host: Lisa Lacera
Network: FOX News Radio
Date: October 25, 2025
Length: ~4:30 minutes

Episode Overview

This tightly packed newscast covers major national and international stories in under five minutes, with updates on U.S.-China trade relations, election monitoring in California and New Jersey, a massive drug raid in Philadelphia, a miraculous recovery after the Minneapolis church shooting, and critical weather warnings about Tropical Storm Melissa. The report maintains an urgent, matter-of-fact tone, true to Fox News’ rapid-fire headline format.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. U.S.-China Trade Tensions (00:02–00:40)

• President Trump is preparing to attend an Asian leaders conference in South Korea.
• The U.S. Trade Representative has launched a Section 301 investigation into whether China is upholding its commitments from the earlier “phase one” trade deal (00:14).
  • The deal required China to purchase U.S. agricultural goods and adopt reciprocal trade practices.
  • This season, China has not purchased any U.S.-grown soybeans, possibly due to growing tariffs.
• Upcoming Meeting: Trump is expected to meet with President Xi Jinping next week.

Notable Quote:

“China has not purchased any US Grown soybeans this season amid escalating tariffs between Beijing and Washington.”
— News Reporter (00:23)

2. U.S. Military Moves in South America (00:40–01:15)

• The Pentagon is sending the Gerald Ford carrier strike group to waters off South America as a “show of force” against cartel activity.
• Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced a 10th strike against a vessel carrying gang members and narcotics.

Notable Quote:

“The Pentagon says it's sending the carrier strike group Gerald Ford to the waters off South America in an apparent show of force against cartel activity in the area.”
— Lisa Lacera (00:43)

3. DOJ Federal Election Monitors in California & New Jersey (01:15–01:46)

• The Justice Department (DOJ) is dispatching election observers to several counties in New Jersey (Passaic) and California (Los Angeles, Orange, Kern, Riverside, Fresno).
• The move is aimed at ensuring transparency, ballot security, and federal law compliance, especially during closely watched races:
  • New Jersey governor’s election
  • California special election over congressional redistricting
• Governor Gavin Newsom called the DOJ action a “deliberate attempt to scare off voters and undermine a fair election,” though the DOJ says this is routine and was requested by both states.

Notable Quote:

“The goal is to ensure transparency, ballot security and compliance with federal law.”
— News Analyst (01:26)

4. Legal/Political Updates (01:46–01:57)

• A federal appeals court has paused a decision allowing the Trump administration to deploy 200 Oregon National Guard troops.

5. Major Philadelphia Drug Trafficking Takedown (02:30–03:13)

• A FBI-led operation resulted in at least 29 arrests in Philadelphia’s Kensington neighborhood.
• The Weymouth Street Organization is accused of running a decade-long, violent fentanyl and narcotics trade.
• U.S. Attorney David Metcalfe and FBI Director Kash Patel lauded the enforcement success, calling it a strong message for reclaiming communities.

Notable Quotes:

“Federal agents and police swarmed Philadelphia's embattled Kensington neighborhood in a massive drug trafficking raid.”
— Carmen Roberts (02:36)

“Metcalf added. They're sending a loud and clear message that they're taking back the neighborhoods.”
— Carmen Roberts (03:13)

6. Minneapolis Church Shooting Survivor Release (03:22–04:01)

• Sophia Fortress, the 13-year-old girl shot in the Annunciation Catholic Church mass shooting, was cheered as she left the hospital on her birthday.
• Doctors described her recovery as “miraculous,” after two months in care. The shooting had left two dead and 20 injured.

Memorable Moment:

“Doctors have said that they weren't sure that this day would come, that Fortresses recovery is miraculous. She got to go home on her 13th birthday and left in a limousine.”
— Jeff Manaso (03:32)

7. Tropical Storm Melissa Update (04:01–04:29)

• Tropical Storm Melissa remains stationary in the central Caribbean but could soon become a hurricane, brushing Jamaica.
• Catastrophic flooding and landslides are forecast for southern Haiti due to the storm’s slow movement and extended heavy rainfall.

Notable Quote:

“The storm's slow movement will mean days of exposure to heavy rain and strong winds, which will worsen flooding and other dangers.”
— Lisa Lacera (04:17)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• U.S.-China Trade & Asian Conference: 00:02–00:40
• Carrier Strike Group to South America: 00:40–01:15
• DOJ Federal Election Monitors: 01:15–01:46
• Trump Administration Guard Troops Ruling: 01:46–01:57
• Philadelphia Drug Raid: 02:30–03:13
• Minneapolis Survivor Release: 03:22–04:01
• Tropical Storm Melissa Warning: 04:01–04:29

Conclusion

This episode delivers a concise rundown of significant political, legal, and emergency stories, offering insight into escalating global tensions, domestic security actions, election vigilance, and uplifting local news amidst crisis. The engagement—with expert sources and on-the-ground updates—captures both urgency and emotional resonance, providing listeners with a brisk, informative snapshot of the day's biggest headlines.