Fox News Hourly Update – 10PM ET 11/01/2025 Newscast

Host: Daria Albinger, FOX News Podcasts
Date: November 2, 2025

Episode Overview

This fast-paced newscast covers major breaking political and international events, with a particular focus on U.S. policy abroad, the ongoing government shutdown’s effects on social programs, and key election updates from New York and New Jersey. The episode provides key statements from political leaders and highlights the emerging stakes in both domestic and foreign policy arenas.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. US Threatens Military Action in Nigeria

• Event: President Trump issues a stern warning to Nigeria in response to ongoing Christian-targeted violence by Islamic terrorists.
• Details:
  • Trump has tasked the Department of War to prepare possible military action if the Nigerian government fails to adequately protect its citizens.
  • He threatens to end all US aid and send military intervention:
    • "the USA will immediately stop all aid and assistance to Nigeria and may very well go into that now disgraced country. Guns, a blazon to completely wipe out the Islamic terrorists who are committing these horrible atrocities" (President Trump via Truth Social, quoted at [00:19])
  • Nigerian government vows to continue fighting violent extremism and defend all citizens “irrespective of race, creed or religion.”
• Memorable Moment: Forceful language in Trump’s declaration and the strong diplomatic escalation.

2. Government Shutdown and Its Impact on SNAP Benefits

• Event: As the government shutdown extends into a second month, funding for SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) runs out.
• Details:
  • Federal judges have mandated the program must continue, leaving implementation questions for the White House.
  • Alexandria Hoff reports recipients are receiving delayed benefit messages; charities are stepping in to distribute food (NRG Stadium, Houston).
    • "They will receive their benefits this month but that the deposits will be delayed" (Alexandria Hoff, [01:08])
  • Trump administration seeks legal clarity; blames gridlock on Senate Democrats, citing their refusal to pass a ‘clean’ funding bill the House already passed.
• Political Divide: Democrats demand Republican support for extending ACA tax credits before any continuing resolution.

3. New York City Mayor’s Race Heats Up

• Event: Democratic Socialist Zoran Mamdani, Independent Andrew Cuomo, and Republican Curtis Sliwa are contending after Eric Adams exits.
• Debate Highlights:
  • Mamdani criticizes alleged misappropriation of funds under Trump:
    • "Donald Trump would pilfer its coffers ... just as he has done these past months to snap to Medicare, to Medicaid, to any program that dares to uplift the poor rather than comfort the wealthy" (Zoran Mamdani, [03:07])
  • Sliwa argues opponents avoid local issues:
    • "They want to talk about issues that are not relative to being mayor of the city of New York" (Curtis Sliwa, [03:37])
• Note: Former Governor Cuomo runs as an independent.

4. Gubernatorial Races in Virginia and New Jersey

• Event: Nationwide spotlight on governor races, with New Jersey particularly competitive.
• New Jersey Focus:
  • Republican Jack Ciattarelli faces Democrat Mikie Sherrill, with energy policy at the forefront.
  • Sherrill promises to declare an energy state of emergency and freeze energy rates; Ciattarelli questions the wisdom:
    • "Why would we freeze them at an all time high?" (Ciattarelli, [04:18])
  • Republicans leverage rising energy costs under Democratic leadership as a central campaign theme.

5. Upcoming Diplomatic Meeting: U.S. & Syria

• Event: Confirmation of a major diplomatic encounter at the White House.
• Significance:
  • President Trump will meet Syrian President Ahmad al Shirah on November 10—the first such visit.
  • Al Shirah is anticipated to sign Syria onto the US-led anti-ISIS coalition.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• President Trump (Truth Social):
  “The USA will immediately stop all aid and assistance to Nigeria and may very well go into that now disgraced country. Guns, a blazon to completely wipe out the Islamic terrorists…"

  • ([00:19], via Fox News Reporter)

• Alexandria Hoff on SNAP benefits:
  “They will receive their benefits this month but that the deposits will be delayed.”

  • ([01:08])

• Zoran Mamdani:
  “Donald Trump would pilfer its coffers ... just as he has done these past months to snap to Medicare, to Medicaid, to any program that dares to uplift the poor rather than comfort the wealthy.”

  • ([03:07])

• Curtis Sliwa:
  “They want to talk about issues that are not relative to being mayor of the city of New York.”

  • ([03:37])

• Jack Ciattarelli on energy policy:
  “Why would we freeze them at an all time high?”

  • ([04:18])

Timestamps for Key Segments

• 00:02 – Opening & Nigeria Warning Coverage
• 00:49 – SNAP Benefits & Government Shutdown Impact
• 03:02 – New York Mayoral Race Focus
• 04:06 – New Jersey & Virginia Gubernatorial Races
• 04:32 – Upcoming U.S.–Syria Summit News

Conclusion

This episode delivers urgent updates on significant U.S. foreign policy moves, the continued fallout from the federal shutdown, and the high-stakes political contests in New York and New Jersey. The language remains direct and urgent, mirroring both the gravity of international developments and the heated rhetoric of electoral politics as crucial events unfold across the nation.