Fox News Hourly Update: 11PM ET 11/28/2025 Newscast
Overview
This Fox News hourly update, anchored by Debra Valentine, delivers key breaking news and political updates as of November 28, 2025. The main themes include former President Donald Trump’s declaration to cancel Biden-era executive orders, ongoing investigations into a deadly shooting involving an Afghan national and two service members, diplomatic moves regarding Russia-Ukraine peace talks, and a Black Friday consumer outlook.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Trump’s Announcement on Biden Executive Orders
(00:02 – 00:53)
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Debra Valentine opens the broadcast by reporting that Donald Trump, via Truth Social, intends to cancel all executive orders issued during the Biden Administration that were signed with the 'auto pen' rather than by hand.
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Dana Murray McNicoll details Trump’s statement:
- Trump claims, “any documents signed by sleepy Joe Biden with the auto pen, which was approximately 92% of them, is hereby terminated and of no further force or effect.”
- He argues that the use of the auto pen was not legally authorized, thus rendering those executive orders null.
- Trump’s rhetoric labels Biden as “crooked Joe Biden” and accuses his administration of illegally using the auto pen.
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Debra Valentine then notes that Biden has denied signing any executive actions without his knowledge.
Notable Quote:
“I am hereby canceling all executive orders and anything else that was not directly signed by crooked Joe Biden because the people who operated the auto pen did so illegally.”
— Donald Trump (as quoted by Dana Murray McNicoll, 00:43)
2. DC Shooting Involving Afghan National
(00:53 – 01:49)
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Debra Valentine pivots to a developing investigation after an Afghan national killed a National Guard member and wounded another in D.C.
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Mark Meredith explains:
- The investigation spans D.C., Washington State (where the suspect lived), and Afghanistan (the suspect’s origin).
- Motive remains unclear; officials are “tight lipped.”
- Trump suggested the suspect struggled with mental health issues, a point echoed by a friend interviewed by The New York Times.
- Victims Identified: Specialist Sarah Beckstrom (deceased) and Staff Sergeant Andrew Wolfe (critical).
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Debra Valentine adds the shooter entered the U.S. during the 2021 withdrawal from Afghanistan.
Notable Quote:
“Prosecutors are still remaining tight lipped though about what may have motivated this suspect to allegedly drive cross country and carry out a deadly ambush.”
— Mark Meredith (01:23)
3. Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks
(03:34 – 04:15)
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Debra Valentine introduces an update on peace initiatives.
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Ryan Schmelz reports:
- Russia awaits an expected U.S. delegation—and any relevant Ukraine-U.S. agreements—before negotiations.
- Russia plans to negotiate “with just the U.S.”
- Ukrainian President Zelensky confirms talks “in the nearest future.”
- Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff will meet Russians; Army Secretary Dan Driscoll will engage with Ukrainians.
Notable Quote:
“Russian officials say that by the time a U.S. delegation arrives in Moscow for peace talks, the Kremlin expects to have information on agreements in the peace plan with Ukraine proposed by the Trump administration.”
— Ryan Schmelz (03:44)
4. Ukrainian Government Shakeup
(04:15 – 04:49)
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Debra Valentine reports:
- Ukrainian President Zelensky announces the resignation of Chief of Staff Andrei Yermak, who also led U.S.-Ukraine negotiations.
- The resignation follows a search of Yermak’s home by anti-corruption investigators.
- Yermak has been a key Zelensky ally and previously resisted calls for his replacement.
Notable Quote:
“Yermak has long been a trusted confidant of Zelensky who has resisted persistent pressure to replace him.”
— Debra Valentine (04:44)
5. Black Friday & Consumer Sentiment
(04:49 – 05:29)
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Caroline Elliott in Atlanta:
- Shoppers braved “30 degree weather for hours” for Black Friday deals.
- The National Retail Federation projects 187 million shoppers (an increase from last year).
- In-person shopping is gaining popularity, reminiscent of past traditions.
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Debra Valentine observes Americans’ sentiments:
- Rising prices and job insecurity are affecting financial confidence, amid strong holiday shopping.
Notable Quote:
“These people were outside in 30 degree weather for hours just to get those discounts. Some shoppers said that the chaos is all part of the tradition.”
— Caroline Elliott (04:50)
Memorable Moments and Notable Quotes
| Timestamp | Speaker | Quote | |-----------|-----------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | 00:18 | Dana Murray McNicoll (quoting Trump) | “Any documents signed by sleepy Joe Biden with the auto pen… is hereby terminated and of no further force or effect.” | | 01:23 | Mark Meredith | “Prosecutors are still remaining tight lipped… about what may have motivated this suspect to… carry out a deadly ambush.” | | 03:44 | Ryan Schmelz | “Russian officials say … the Kremlin expects to have information on agreements in the peace plan with Ukraine…” | | 04:44 | Debra Valentine | “Yermak has long been a trusted confidant of Zelensky who has resisted persistent pressure to replace him.” | | 04:50 | Caroline Elliott | “These people were outside in 30 degree weather for hours just to get those discounts. Some shoppers said that the chaos is all part of the tradition.” |
Important Timestamps by Segment
- 00:02 – Trump announces plans to cancel Biden executive orders
- 00:53 – Breaking update on the D.C. shooting involving Afghan national
- 03:34 – Russia-Ukraine peace negotiations update introduced
- 04:15 – Ukrainian top aide resignation follows corruption probe
- 04:49 – On-the-ground Black Friday shopping sentiment
Tone and Style
The tone of the update is brisk, urgent, and focused on clear reporting, in keeping with Fox News’ breaking-news format. Quotations from Donald Trump are characteristically hyperbolic and pointed. Reports on the D.C. shooting and Russia-Ukraine situation maintain a sober, factual delivery, while the Black Friday segment infuses a sense of seasonal excitement and retail tradition.