Fox News Hourly Update – 11AM ET, November 8, 2025

Episode Overview

This episode of the Fox News Hourly Update, hosted by Paul Stevens, delivers a concise round-up of the latest headlines in the United States and internationally. The main focus centers on the disruptive effects of the ongoing government shutdown, notable judicial decisions involving former President Trump, a legal battle with New York’s attorney general, as well as the humanitarian toll of the Israel-Hamas conflict. The tone remains urgent and matter-of-fact, in keeping with the style of breaking news radio reports.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Government Shutdown Causes Major Air Travel Disruptions

(00:02–01:51)

• Mass Delays and Cancellations

  • Paul Stevens introduces the scale of the crisis: “Hundreds of US flights have been canceled or delayed today already this due, of course, to the ongoing government shutdown.” (00:02)
  • Madeline Rivera details: “More than 1300 delays and more than 800 cancellations... Charlotte's International Airport, JFK in New York City and Atlanta's Hartsfield Jackson International Airport are among those topping FlightAware's misery map.” (00:12)
  • This is accompanied by a “4% reduction in flights in 40 airports.”

• Transportation Secretary’s Warning

  • Sean Duffy warns: “This shutdown doesn't end relatively soon. The consequence of that is going to be more controllers don't come to work. And then we're going to have to continue to assess the pressure in the airspace and make decisions that may again move us from 10% to 15%, maybe to 20.” (00:34)
  • Staffing shortages are noted as a key issue, with the potential for escalating delays.

• Political Stalemate & Potential Solutions

  • Madeline Rivera summarizes travelers’ frustrations: “A lot of travelers say it is time for Congress to reach a solution.” (00:51)
  • Chad Pergrim explains legislative efforts:
    • An attempted plan would fund the government into January and specific departments through fall, but requires a 60-day extension (01:07).
    • Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer’s proposal was rejected by Republicans for including an “Obamacare” extension (01:16).
    • Democrats blocked a bill to pay government workers, citing concerns it “gave too much power to the president to pick who gets paid.”
    • Hopes for a test vote this weekend.

• Atmosphere of Uncertainty

  • Notable quote: “Wheels are turning behind the scenes, but it's unclear if a weekend session can reopen the government.” – Chad Pergrim (01:07)
  • The implications for federal workers and air travelers remain unresolved.

2. Judicial Block on Trump’s National Guard Deployment in Portland

(02:16–03:00)

• Permanent Injunction Against Troop Deployment

  • Paul Stevens breaks the news that a federal judge has permanently barred former President Trump from deploying National Guard troops to Portland, Oregon.

• Judge’s Rationale

  • Kristen Goodwin summarizes the decision:
    • The deployment “exceeded the president’s authority,” with evidence showing “these deployments...were objected to by Oregon's governor and not requested by the federal officials in charge of protection of the ICE building.”
    • The judge determined there was “neither a rebellion or danger of a rebellion in Portland.”
    • The Trump administration’s defense was that the deployment aimed to protect federal property.

• Memorable Moment

  • Judge’s finding: “The evidence demonstrates that these deployments...exceeded the president’s authority.” (02:22)

3. New York Attorney General’s Motion to Dismiss Fraud Case

(03:00–03:35)

• Letitia James Accused of Mortgage Fraud

  • Paul Stevens introduces the legal battle: Attorney General Letitia James seeks dismissal of a case accusing her of lying on mortgage applications.

• Defense Framing the Case as Political

  • Lisa Licera reports:
    • James’ legal team calls the prosecution “vindictive and politically motivated,” citing statements by former President Trump as evidence of “personal animus.”
    • The motion was anticipated and ties the accusation to James’ prior lawsuits against Trump and his companies.
    • James pled not guilty last month in New York.

• Notable Quote

  • “The case vindictive and politically motivated prosecution. The legal motion had been expected and lays out comments President Trump made designed to show the personal animus the president has against her over her suit against him and his companies.” – Lisa Licera (03:08)

4. Gaza Conflict: Updated Death Toll and Ceasefire Developments

(03:35–end)

• Staggering Casualty Numbers

  • Paul Stevens relays:
    • Gaza’s health ministry reports “just over 69,000 Palestinians have been killed in the Israel Hamas war. Another 171,000 have been wounded.”
    • The increase in reported deaths reflects both continued casualty discovery post-ceasefire and the identification of previously unclaimed bodies.

• Recent Developments in Ceasefire

  • Israel’s return of 5,015 Palestinian bodies to Gaza marks a step forward in a US-brokered truce.

• Grim Reflection

  • The report highlights the ongoing devastation and scale of loss: “The latest jump in deaths is being attributed to more bodies being recovered from under rubble since the ceasefire was announced in the devastated strip...” (03:35)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “This shutdown doesn't end relatively soon. The consequence...going to be more controllers don’t come to work...decisions that may again move us from 10% to 15%, maybe to 20.”
  — Sean Duffy, Transportation Secretary (00:34)

• “Wheels are turning behind the scenes, but it’s unclear if a weekend session can reopen the government.”
  — Chad Pergrim, Capitol Hill Correspondent (01:07)

• “The evidence demonstrates that these deployments...exceeded the president’s authority.”
  — U.S. District Judge (as summarized by Kristen Goodwin) (02:22)

• “The case vindictive and politically motivated prosecution.”
  — Lisa Licera on Letitia James’ legal motion (03:08)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• Flight Delays / Shutdown Airline Impact: 00:02–01:51
• Capitol Hill Political Update / Shutdown Negotiations: 01:07–01:51
• Trump National Guard Portland Ruling: 02:16–03:00
• Letitia James Fraud Case Dismissal Motion: 03:00–03:35
• Gaza Death Toll Update / Ceasefire: 03:35–end

Final Thoughts

This edition provides a rapid-fire but thorough update on pressing national and international stories, with an emphasis on government dysfunction and its real-world consequences, the legal fallout from past presidential actions, political-legal skirmishes in New York, and continuing humanitarian crises abroad. The reporting retains FOX News’ direct, headline-driven style and prioritizes primary facts and official statements.