Fox News Hourly Update – 11PM ET 11/03/2025 Newscast

Date: November 4, 2025
Host: FOX News Podcasts
Anchor(s): Lisa Lucera, Kristin Goodwin, Will Kane
Episode Theme:
The episode offers a concise roundup of the latest political updates, legal proceedings, tech news, and cultural highlights as Election Day approaches in the U.S.

Episode Overview

This newscast centers on the final campaign efforts before Election Day in several states, continuing political tensions over a threatened government shutdown, a major legal development for hip hop star Sean “Diddy” Combs, news of abrupt tech support withdrawals, and a preview of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade lineup.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Political Campaigns: Last-Minute Pushes in New Jersey, Virginia, and NYC

[00:02–01:34]

• President Trump’s Teleconference Blitz

  • President Trump made a last-minute push to support Republican candidates in New Jersey and Virginia.

  • He specifically warned of increased energy costs if Democrat Mikie Sherrill is elected NJ governor, advocating for Jack Cittarelli as “a good friend who wants to save New Jersey.”

    “Your energy costs in New Jersey are very, very high, one of the highest in the nation. And if they get in, it's going to go. It could double, triple and even quadruple. It will not be sustainable.”
    — Will Kane, quoting President Trump [00:16]

  • In Virginia, Trump called on voters to elect Republicans for governor, lieutenant governor, and attorney general.

    “Republicans will bring back everything that you want. You're going to have crime way down. You're going to have energy way down. Your taxes are going to be weighed down and you're going to lead a great life again.”
    — Will Kane, quoting President Trump [00:39]

• Virginia Governor Race

  • Glenn Youngkin, incumbent governor, is term-limited; the races are open.

• New York City Mayoral Race Final Stretch

  • Democrat Zoran Mamdani starts election day with a sunrise walk across Brooklyn Bridge, joined by Attorney General Letitia James.
  • Andrew Cuomo (Independent) is making his last pitch as a candidate who can work with President Trump.

    “Mamdani cannot handle Trump. That's clear. And the next mayor has to be able to handle Donald Trump.”
    — Will Kane, quoting Cuomo [01:18]

  • Curtis Sliwa (Republican) lays a wreath at a subway stop to honor a woman killed due to violent crime and underscores homelessness as his campaign focus.

2. Government Shutdown Continues — No End in Sight

[01:34–01:59]

• The ongoing government shutdown shows no signs of ending, with both parties blaming each other.
• A Senate test vote is expected on a short-term funding bill; if it fails, the shutdown will reach a record 35 days.

3. Sean “Diddy” Combs Appeal Granted Expedited Schedule

[03:37–04:22]

• A judge granted Diddy’s request for a fast-tracked appeals process after his 50-month prison sentence, hoping for hearings as soon as April.
• Combs’ legal team is challenging his Mann Act conviction, arguing it was applied unjustly in a case of consensual sex.

  “His appeal will challenge the unfair use of the Mann Act, calling it an infamous statute with a sordid history to prosecute him for sex with consenting adults.”
  — Kristin Goodwin [03:50]

• He was acquitted on more serious sex trafficking and racketeering charges.

4. Tech Update: Belkin Discontinues Wemo Smart Home Devices

[04:22–05:07]

• Belkin announces end of support for Wemo brand (smart light switches, plugs, doorbell cameras), shocking users.
• Users are warned devices (app and hardware) will become nonfunctional by the end of January.

  “Belkin is making little offers for make-goods outside providing a list of which of the affected devices could be used further by way of Apple's home.”
  — Will Kane [04:39]

5. Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Performers Announced

[05:07–05:35]

• Performers: Ciara, Foreigner, Lil Jon, Kool and the Gang, K Pop Demon Hunters.
• Tribute to new and classic pop culture with new parade balloons: Buzz Lightyear and Mario.
• The parade kicks off Thanksgiving morning at Macy’s Herald Square with 32 total balloons.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “Your energy costs in New Jersey are very, very high, one of the highest in the nation. And if they get in, it's going to go. It could double, triple and even quadruple. It will not be sustainable.”
  — Will Kane, quoting President Trump [00:16]

• “Republicans will bring back everything that you want. You're going to have crime way down. You're going to have energy way down. Your taxes are going to be weighed down and you're going to lead a great life again.”
  — Will Kane, quoting President Trump [00:39]

• “Mamdani cannot handle Trump. That's clear. And the next mayor has to be able to handle Donald Trump.”
  — Will Kane, quoting Andrew Cuomo [01:18]

• “His appeal will challenge the unfair use of the Mann Act, calling it an infamous statute with a sordid history to prosecute him for sex with consenting adults.”
  — Kristin Goodwin [03:50]

Timestamps for Important Segments

• [00:02–01:34] — Election campaign coverage: Trump’s calls, state races, NYC mayoral candidates’ final events
• [01:34–01:59] — Government shutdown update and outlook
• [03:37–04:22] — Diddy’s expedited appeals process
• [04:22–05:07] — Belkin’s abrupt end of support for Wemo smart devices
• [05:07–05:35] — Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade announcements

This episode delivers a brisk and comprehensive look at headline political events, consumer news, major legal stories, and cultural previews, in classic Fox News style — succinct, urgent, and focused on direct impacts for listeners.