Fox News Hourly Update — 11PM ET 12/10/2025

Host: FOX News Podcasts
Date: December 11, 2025

Episode Overview

This newscast delivers late-night updates covering major international incidents, U.S. policy developments, security measures for travelers, a tragic campus shooting, and repercussions in the world of international entertainment. Key highlights include the U.S. seizing a Venezuelan oil tanker, President Trump’s comments on Russia-Ukraine peace talks and potential changes to the Federal Reserve chair, proposed new Homeland Security requirements for visa-waiver travelers, a Kentucky campus shooting, and the growing Eurovision boycott over Israel’s participation.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. U.S. Seizure of Venezuelan Oil Tanker

• The Venezuelan government labels the U.S. seizure of a crude oil tanker “international piracy.”
• Venezuela’s leaders accuse President Trump of “a deliberate strategy to dispossess Venezuela of its energy resources.”
  (Lisa Lucera, 00:02)
• Attorney General Pam Bondi: Affirms the oil was under U.S. sanctions.
• The operation was conducted by the FBI, Homeland Security, Coast Guard, and supported by the War Department.
• U.S. service members landed a military helicopter on the tanker to board it.
• Context: U.S. officials allege the tanker was used to transport illicit oil supporting foreign terrorist organizations, connected to Iran and Venezuela.
  (Gillian Turner, 00:22)
• This action followed the presentation of potential war plans and deployment of major Navy assets to the region.

2. Russia-Ukraine Peace Negotiations

• President Trump held phone conversations with leaders of France, Germany, and the UK, amid ongoing negotiations to end the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
  (Gillian Turner, 00:55)
• Trump stated that Ukrainian President Zelensky “has to be realistic,” referencing a poll showing “82% of the people are demanding a settlement be made.”
• Notable Quote:

  “I understand that they're losing thousands and thousands of people a week. They want to see it ended.”
  — President Trump, 01:16

• Zelensky was expected to deliver updated proposals to U.S. negotiators, but it’s unclear if this occurred.
• Around 30 countries are involved in broader diplomatic talks to end the war.

3. Changes at the Federal Reserve

• Despite a Federal Reserve rate cut (the third consecutive one), President Trump reiterated his intention to replace Fed Chair Jerome Powell when Powell’s term expires next year.
• Notable Quote:

  “I'm looking for somebody that will be honest with interest rates.”
  — President Trump, 01:41

• Trump stated he is currently meeting with finalists for the role.

4. U.S. Traveler Security Proposals

• Travelers entering the U.S. under the visa waiver program may soon be required to submit five years of social media, email, and family history to the Department of Homeland Security.
• Affects travelers from about 40 countries, mostly in Europe and Asia.
  (Lisa Lucera, 03:00)

5. Kentucky State University Campus Shooting

• Police in Frankfort, Kentucky, released the name of the student fatally shot at Kentucky State University: Dejean Darrell Fox Jr., 19, from Indianapolis.
• The suspect, Jacob Lee Bard, age 48 and also from Indianapolis, has been charged with murder and first-degree assault.
• Police reveal: Bard is the parent of a Kentucky State University student.
• Police are seeking witnesses, particularly those with video, and are withholding further details during the ongoing investigation.
  (Carmen Roberts, 03:25–03:56)

6. Eurovision Song Contest Boycott Expands

• Iceland joins Spain, the Netherlands, Ireland, and Slovenia in boycotting the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna, protesting Israel's participation amid the Gaza conflict.
• Statement from Iceland’s Broadcaster:

  “Given the public debate in this country, it is clear that neither joy nor peace will prevail regarding the participation.”
  (04:35)

• Organizers declined to expel Israel, prompting multiple countries to withdraw.

Memorable Quotes & Moments

• Lisa Lucera (00:02):
  “They're calling it international piracy... The government of Venezuela reacting after the US Seized an oil tanker off that country's coast and accusing President Trump of a deliberate strategy to dispossess Venezuela of its energy resources.”
• President Trump (01:16):
  “I understand that they're losing thousands and thousands of people a week. They want to see it ended.”
• Trump on the Fed (01:41):
  “I'm looking for somebody that will be honest with interest rates.”
• Icelandic broadcaster on Eurovision (04:35):
  “Given the public debate in this country, it is clear that neither joy nor peace will prevail regarding the participation.”

Important Segment Timestamps

• U.S. seizes Venezuelan oil tanker, Venezuela and U.S. officials react: 00:02–00:55
• Russia-Ukraine peace negotiations / President Trump comments: 00:55–01:23
• Federal Reserve leadership / Trump's statement on Powell: 01:23–01:47
• Proposed traveler security measures (social media, etc.): 03:00
• Kentucky State University shooting update: 03:25–03:56
• Eurovision Song Contest boycott and political context: 04:07–04:50

Conclusion

This tightly packed update delivers critical developments in U.S. foreign policy, tensions surrounding global conflict, significant security proposals, a domestic tragedy, and the cultural reverberations of a European entertainment boycott. The news tone is matter-of-fact, with direct quotes from involved leaders and officials providing clear insight into ongoing stories, fit for listeners seeking a concise, information-rich broadcast.