Fox News Hourly Update – 11PM ET 12/04/2025 Newscast (Aired Dec 5, 2025)

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This tightly packed news segment, hosted by Lisa Lacera and co-anchored by Ryan Schmelz with contributions from Laura Ingraham, summarizes the latest developments in U.S. politics, national security, crime, and notable social trends as of December 4, 2025. The episode features breaking updates on U.S. travel bans, military actions, emerging criminal cases, legislative developments, and cultural trends, all in a brisk, hard-news style.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. U.S. Travel Ban Expansion

• Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announces an expanded travel ban.
  • Noem emphasizes that the U.S. will restrict entry from countries lacking stable governments or thorough self-vetting procedures.
  • President Trump expanded the travel ban from 12 to 19 countries earlier in the week, with further expansions expected.
  • Quote (Kristi Noem via Lisa Lacera, 00:17):
    “If countries don't have a stable government or vet their own people, why should we allow them into the U.S.?”
  • Laura Ingraham, 00:12: “I won’t be specific on the number, but it’s over 30.” (regarding countries affected)

2. U.S. Military Strike in the Caribbean

• The military conducted its 22nd strike on a suspected drug boat in the eastern Caribbean, resulting in four fatalities.
• A congressional hearing questions the decision-making behind a previous double strike off Venezuela.
  • Admiral Frank Bradley denies any blanket “kill them all” order from Secretary of War Pete Hegseth.
  • Memorable Moment (Lisa Lacera, 00:47):
    “There was no kill them all order from Secretary of War Pete Hegseth…”

3. Pipe Bomb Case Linked to January 6th

• Brian Cole Jr. arrested for allegedly placing pipe bombs near political headquarters in D.C. on January 5, 2021.
  • Evidence includes cell phone data and bank records linking Cole to bomb-making materials purchases.
  • Charges: Transporting explosives interstate, attempted destruction by explosives; more charges possible.
  • Ryan Schmelz, 01:07: “Brian Cole Jr.'s cell phone pinged in the area of the RNC and DNC the night of the crime…”
  • Motive remains unclear; connection to Capitol riot not established.

4. Letitia James and Virginia Grand Jury

• New York Attorney General Letitia James responds after a Virginia grand jury declines to re-indict her on mortgage fraud allegations.
  • Lisa Lacera, 01:36: “Letitia James says it's time for unchecked weaponization of our justice system to stop…”

5. Congressional Update: Matt Van Epps Sworn In

• Matt Van Epps officially joins the House, representing Tennessee’s 7th District after Mark Green’s retirement.
  • Van Epps pledges to seek results for constituents.
  • The GOP’s slim majority highlighted: 219 Republicans to 213 Democrats.
  • Matt Van Epps, 03:46: “Our constituents are looking for results. The people of Tennessee didn’t send me here to just give a speech.”

6. U.S. Visa Policies and International Events

• The Trump administration directs embassies to prioritize visa applicants attending the 2026 World Cup or 2028 Olympics, as well as investors.
• New scrutiny for foreign workers: Visas may be denied to those involved in censorship of Americans on social media.

7. Most Mispronounced Words of 2025

• Babbel, a language learning company, releases a list of hard-to-say names and terms dominating the news:
  • “Louvre” (French museum where crown jewels were stolen)
  • “Zoran Mamdani” (NYC mayor-elect)
  • Difficult pharma names like “Maunjaro,” as well as acetaminophen.
  • Babbel Language Expert, 04:58: “A lot of these names come from different languages, so we have to adapt to a sound we’d never made before.”

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Travel Ban Expansion:

  • Laura Ingraham, 00:12:
    “I won’t be specific on the number, but it’s over 30.” (countries on the travel ban list)
  • Kristi Noem via Lisa Lacera, 00:17:
    “If countries don’t have a stable government or vet their own people, why should we allow them into the U.S.?”

• On Military Engagements:

  • Lisa Lacera, 00:47:
    “There was no kill them all order from Secretary of War Pete Hegseth…”

• On Justice Department Weaponization:

  • Lisa Lacera, 01:36:
    “Letitia James says it's time for unchecked weaponization of our justice system to stop...”

• On New Congressional Member:

  • Matt Van Epps, 03:46:
    “Our constituents are looking for results. The people of Tennessee didn’t send me here to just give a speech.”

• On Language and Mispronunciation:

  • Babbel Expert, 04:58:
    “That explains the French museum where the crown jewels were stolen. And Zoran Mamdani, the mayor elect of New York… who can pronounce made up pharma names Maunjaro is as awkward as it looks.”

Important Timestamps

• 00:02: Episode opens; travel ban expansion introduced.
• 00:47: U.S. military strike in Caribbean discussed; congressional hearing after Venezuelan strikes.
• 01:07: Pipe bomb arrest details; focus on evidence and charges.
• 01:36: Letitia James speaks out after grand jury declines re-indictment.
• 03:41: House Speaker Mike Johnson swears in Matt Van Epps.
• 04:22: Visa prioritization for investors and world events; new worker visa criteria.
• 04:58: Mispronounced words of the year explained by language expert.

Overall Tone & Style

• Fast-paced, focused on newsworthy developments.
• Balanced delivery of hard news with occasional pointed commentary, reflecting Fox News’ straightforward and sometimes confrontational style.
• Multiple voices for diversity and source attribution, preserving the news bulletin’s brisk energy.

For listeners who missed the episode: This summary provides a comprehensive overview of key stories and direct quotes from a pivotal hour in national news, capturing the urgency and details of fast-moving developments while highlighting the issues driving the headlines on December 4, 2025.