Fox News Hourly Update – 11PM ET 11/26/2025 Newscast

Main Theme:
The episode delivers concise breaking news updates on national security, legal developments, politics, and Thanksgiving events. Key stories include a major security incident in Washington D.C., a high-profile legal case in Wisconsin, political moves in North Carolina’s congressional landscape, and holiday preparations in New York City.

1. White House Reacts to DC National Guard Shooting

[00:03 – 01:03]

• Incident Overview: Debra Valentine opens with breaking news: President Donald Trump has released a statement following the shooting of two National Guard members in Washington, D.C.
  • Quote [00:12]: President Trump: “This heinous assault was an act of evil, an act of hatred and an act of terror. It was a crime against our entire nation. It was a crime against humanity.”
• Presidential Response: The President calls for the mobilization of 500 additional troops to Washington, underscoring security concerns.
• Investigation Update: The suspect, an Afghan national, is in custody, and the guardsmen are reported in critical condition.
  • Reporter Mark Meredith [00:32]: The suspect is a 29-year-old Afghan man who entered the US in 2021. Investigators are examining his immigration status and possible deportation proceedings.
  • Additional Details: The suspect was shot multiple times by investigators during apprehension; his medical condition remains unclear.

2. Slenderman Stabbing Case – Legal Setbacks in Wisconsin

[01:03 – 01:52]

• Situation Recap: Coverage shifts to Wisconsin, where authorities seek to revoke the conditional release of Morgan Geyser, involved in the infamous “Slenderman” stabbing.
  • Background [01:13]: Geyser fled a group home after cutting off her GPS monitor, but was captured near Chicago.
• Legal Implications: A motion hearing is scheduled for December 22nd, with the possibility of Geyser returning to a state mental institution.
  • Quote [01:13]: “In 2017, Geyser and another friend were found guilty of nearly fatally stabbing their sixth grade classmate in 2014... claiming it was to please a horror villain named Slenderman. The two were committed to mental institutions. Geyser for 40 years.”
• Broader Context: The case continues to draw attention due to its psychological and cultural implications.

3. Political Shifts: North Carolina’s Congressional Redistricting

[02:33 – 03:00]

• Federal Court Ruling: A three-judge panel approves North Carolina’s redrawn congressional map.
• Political Stakes: The new map targets the state’s lone swing seat, currently held by a Democrat, potentially favoring Republicans in the next midterms.

4. Holiday Highlights: Thanksgiving Preparations

a) Vice President J.D. Vance Visits Troops

[02:33 – 03:16]

• Event: Vice President Vance visits Fort Campbell, Kentucky, serving food and expressing gratitude ahead of Thanksgiving.
  • Quote [03:00]: V.P. Vance: “It's not a rifle, it's not a tank, it's not a helicopter or an airplane. The most dangerous and lethal weapon anywhere in the in the world is a United States soldier. And we're proud of you and we're going to stand behind you every step of the way.”

b) Security in New York City – Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

[03:16 – 04:07]

• Preparations Detailed: President Trump spends Thanksgiving in Florida; New York City ramps up security for Macy’s parade.
• Mayor’s Insight [03:27]:
  • Eric Adams: “The parade, he said, is the centerpiece...”
  • Jessica Tisch (NYPD Commissioner): “There appears to be no known nexus to New York City. But of course, we will continue to track the situation as it develops.”
• Security Measures: Barricades, uniformed and undercover officers, and drones will be deployed.
• Parade Logistics: Balloon inflation underway, with weather conditions closely monitored, as wind could force them to be grounded.

5. Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• President Trump [00:12]:
  “This heinous assault was an act of evil, an act of hatred and an act of terror. It was a crime against our entire nation. It was a crime against humanity.”
• VP Vance [03:00]:
  “The most dangerous and lethal weapon anywhere in the in the world is a United States soldier.”
• NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch [03:50]:
  “There appears to be no known nexus to New York City. But of course, we will continue to track the situation as it develops.”

6. Timestamps for Key Segments

| Timestamp | Topic | |-----------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | 00:03 | DC National Guard shooting – White House and investigation updates | | 01:03 | Wisconsin Slenderman stabbing case – Morgan Geyser’s legal developments | | 02:33 | North Carolina redistricting approved | | 02:33 | VP Vance visits Fort Campbell | | 03:16 | NYC preps for Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade – security and economic impact | | 04:07 | Parade logistics – Balloon inflation, weather watch |

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