Fox News Hourly Update: 11PM ET 11/16/2025 – Newscast
Date: November 17, 2025
Host: Ted Lindner, FOX News Podcasts
Episode Theme:
A concise roundup of breaking news from around the US and the globe, focusing on the aftermath of the government shutdown, US military operations in the Caribbean, political debate over the release of Epstein files, major law enforcement actions, economic policy updates, movie box office results, and corporate developments at Ford.
Main Segments and Key Discussion Points
1. Post-Government Shutdown: Air Travel Returning to Normal
[00:02]
- Host Ted Lindner reports that with the government shutdown ending, the FAA has lifted all restrictions on commercial flights at 40 major airports.
- Airlines are cleared to resume regular schedules starting Monday at 6am.
- U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and FAA Administrator Brian Bedford announced the termination of the emergency order.
- Caveat: Delays and cancellations may still occur; travelers are urged to check with carriers before departing.
Quote:
"Trying to get back to normal at the nation's airports. ... they do caution, though, that there still could be delays and cancellations on Monday. So make sure you call ahead and check with your carrier."
— Ted Lindner [00:02]
2. US Military Strike & Caribbean Build-Up
[00:27 – 01:06]
- US military conducted a strike on a boat in the eastern Pacific, claiming it was operated by narco-terrorists and killed three people.
- Reporter (Unattributed) adds: USS Gerald Ford, the world's largest aircraft carrier, is now in the Caribbean, part of a broader military build-up in the region.
- Operation Southern Spear targets narco-terrorists.
- Bipartisan concerns exist over the legality of recent strikes.
- Fox’s Madeleine Rivera: This marks the 21st such strike in the region, with at least 83 deaths reported.
- Observers see the military build-up as pressure on Venezuela’s President Maduro.
- President hints at potential talks with Maduro.
Quote:
"Observers say the US military build-up near Venezuela is to put pressure on President Maduro. The president telling reporters in Florida Sunday night, 'we may be having some discussions with Maduro and we'll see how that turns out. They would like, they would like to talk.'"
— Madeleine Rivera [01:06]
3. Epstein Files Debate: Calls for Release Spark Political Clash
[01:21 – 01:52]
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Over 100 House Republicans may join Democrats in voting to release the Epstein files.
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Senator Chris Murphy (D-CT) on ABC’s This Week:
- Implies former President Trump is working to cover up for powerful figures.
- Suggests Trump wouldn’t oppose file release unless he were implicated:
"Donald Trump is trying to cover up for, I think, a host of really powerful and rich people. But he's frankly not that selfless...he wouldn't be going through all of this effort to try to stop the release of these files if he wasn't seriously implicated in those files."
— Sen. Chris Murphy [01:37] -
President Trump accuses Democrats of using the Epstein issue to distract from Republican achievements.
4. Crime & Law Enforcement Updates
A. Jets Player Chris Boyd Shot [03:02]
- Host Ted Lindner: Chris Boyd, New York Jets player, in critical condition after being shot during an argument outside a NYC restaurant. Though NYPD has not officially named Boyd, a 29-year-old man fits his description.
B. ICE Operation "Charlotte's Web"
[03:15 – 03:53]
- Over 80 people arrested in Charlotte, NC, in a major ICE operation.
- Fox’s Chanley Painter:
- Local leaders support peaceful protest and oversight of agents.
- Homeland Security says the operation is necessary due to the city’s sanctuary policies, which allegedly prevent enforcement actions against 1,400 detainers involving criminals.
Quote:
"Operation Charlotte's Web is to ensure Americans are safe and public safety threats are removed, pointing to the city's sanctuary policies as preventing some 1,400 detainers from being honored and putting criminal illegal migrants from murderers, rapists and pedophiles back on Charlotte's street."
— Chanley Painter [03:29]
- NC Governor Josh Stein: ICE should focus only on drug traffickers and violent criminals.
5. Economic & Policy Developments
A. Trump Promises 'Tariff Dividend'
[03:53]
- President Trump announces $2,000 “tariff dividend” checks for US citizens.
- Noted the checks will arrive in 2026, missing the 2025 Christmas season, likely timed with midterm elections.
6. Entertainment: Box Office & Corporate News
A. "Now You See Me 3" Tops Box Office
[04:19 – 04:24]
- The latest installment in the “Now You See Me” series debuts at #1 in North America with $21.3 million.
- "The Running Man" earns $17 million.
- Quirky in-show magic trick reference:
"Okay, disappear in three, two, one."
— (Unattributed, playful tone) [04:19]
B. Ford Unveils New Headquarters [04:24 – 04:59]
- Ford’s new world headquarters in Dearborn, Michigan, is double the size of the old “Glass House” (opened in 1956, now set for demolition).
- Features include seven restaurants, design studios, fabrication shops, and more workspace for employees.
Quote:
"The new building double the size of its old one, room for twice as many employees. It has seven restaurants, design studios and fabrication shops. And of course, cars."
— Ted Lindner [04:24]
Memorable Quotes & Moments
- "They would like to Talk." — President’s hint at possible talks with Maduro [01:06]
- "He wouldn't be going through all of this effort to try to stop the release of these files if he wasn't seriously implicated in those files." — Sen. Chris Murphy [01:37]
- "Okay, disappear in three, two, one." — Playful box office segment [04:19]
- "America's listening to FOX News." — Ted Lindner [01:52]
Timestamps for Key Segments
- 00:02 — Airports return to normal after government shutdown
- 00:27 — US military strike in the eastern Pacific
- 01:06 — Military build-up near Venezuela; possible talks with Maduro
- 01:37 — Senator Murphy on the Epstein file release debate
- 01:52 — President Trump’s response to Epstein file discussion
- 03:02 — Chris Boyd, NY Jets player, shot and in critical condition
- 03:15 — ICE’s “Charlotte’s Web” operation in Charlotte, NC
- 03:53 — Trump announces $2,000 “tariff dividend” policy
- 04:19 — “Now You See Me 3” tops the box office
- 04:24 — Ford opens new headquarters in Michigan
Overall Tone & Style
- Urgent, succinct, and fact-focused with a rapid-fire update delivery.
- Occasional direct quotes and sound bites offer insight into political tensions and public statements.
- Maintains a matter-of-fact news presentation, punctuated by moments of levity (e.g., box office magic joke).
This summary delivers a comprehensive catch-up on the major news stories covered in the November 17, 2025, 11PM ET edition of the Fox News Hourly Update, with clear context, attribution, and reference points for deeper exploration.