Fox News Hourly Update: 12AM ET 09/08/2025

Episode Overview:
This episode of the Fox News Hourly Update, hosted by Sue Guzman, delivers a concise roundup of major national and international news stories. Key topics include protests in Chicago over President Trump’s potential deployment of the National Guard, escalating Russia-Ukraine hostilities, Israel’s military operations in Gaza, political tensions in New York’s mayoral race, a mass ICE raid in Georgia, and highlights from the 2025 Video Music Awards.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Protests in Chicago Against Potential National Guard Deployment

[00:02-00:50]

• Protests Erupt: Multiple activist groups in Chicago unite under the “Coalition Against the Trump Agenda” to protest President Trump’s potential deployment of National Guard troops aimed at fighting crime and targeting immigration.
  • “A lot of familiar faces in this protest… eleven different protest groups… focused in on the president's agenda when they were speaking.” (Mike Tobin, 00:17)
• President’s Social Media Post: Trump intensifies tensions with a Truth Social post, referring to Chicago as "shypocalypse" and invoking the “Department of War.”
  • “Chicago about to find out why it's called the Department of War.” (Paraphrased, 00:27)
• Decision Pending: The president will decide in the coming days on deploying federal troops.

2. Russia-Ukraine War Escalation & US Response

[00:50-01:14]

• Largest Russian Attack: Russia launches an unprecedented assault on Kyiv using over 800 drones, resulting in at least four deaths.
• Sanctions Looming: President Trump considers escalating sanctions on Russia in response.

3. Israel-Gaza, Houthi Drone Strikes, & Hostage Debate

[01:14-01:56]

• Drone Attacks: Israeli Defense Forces down three drones from Yemen’s Houthi rebels; one hits an airport near Eilat, injures two, and disrupts airport operations.
  • “One managed to get through, hitting an Israeli airport near the southern city of Eilat… injuring two people.” (Greg Palkot, 01:17)
• Gaza City Invasion: Israeli forces push into Gaza City, a noted Hamas stronghold, triggering mass evacuations (100,000 residents flee), with fears rising for hostages’ safety.
• Hostage Proposal: The Trump administration reportedly suggests exchanging all Israeli hostages for Palestinian prisoners.

4. Political Turmoil in New York’s Mayoral Race

[03:10-04:02]

• Election Interference Accusation: Leading candidate Zoran Mamdani (Democratic Socialist) alleges the Trump administration is interfering, while Mayor Eric Adams meets White House special envoy.
• Governor Hochul’s Rebuke: She calls for a non-interference stance from the White House.
  • “It is up to the voters and there should not be outside influences on this decision from the White House on down…” (Unnamed commentator, 03:30)
• Bernie Sanders’ Support: Mamdani’s rally with Sanders amplifies campaign momentum and critiques “oligarchs” attempting to narrow the election field.
  • “What are these people, these oligarchs, afraid of?” (Bernie Sanders, paraphrased by Cotton, 03:38)

5. Aftermath of ICE Raid at Hyundai Plant in Georgia

[04:02-04:46]

• Mass Detention Resolution: 475 mostly South Korean nationals detained last week are set to be repatriated via a chartered flight. South Korea, coordinating with US officials, expresses hope it’s an isolated incident.
• Investigation Details: The raid stemmed from months-long probe into illegal labor at the plant.

6. 2025 Video Music Awards Highlights

[04:46-05:07]

• Ariana Grande Triumphs: Wins two awards, including Video of the Year for “Brighter Days Ahead.”
• Lady Gaga Named Artist of the Year
• Ozzy Osbourne Tribute: The music world pays homage to Osbourne, who passed away at age 76 in July.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “A lot of familiar faces in this protest… eleven different protest groups… focused in on the president's agenda when they were speaking.”
  — Mike Tobin, [00:17]
• “Chicago about to find out why it's called the Department of War.”
  — Referencing President Trump’s Truth Social post, [00:27]
• “One managed to get through, hitting an Israeli airport near the southern city of Eilat… injuring two people.”
  — Greg Palkot, [01:17]
• “It is up to the voters and there should not be outside influences on this decision from the White House on down…”
  — Unnamed commentator (from interview with Gov. Hochul), [03:30]
• “What are these people, these oligarchs, afraid of?”
  — Bernie Sanders, as reported by Cotton, [03:38]

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Chicago Protest Coverage: [00:02-00:50]
• Russia-Ukraine, Sanctions: [00:50-01:14]
• Israel-Gaza, Houthi Drones, Hostages: [01:14-01:56]
• NYC Mayoral Race Political Drama: [03:10-04:02]
• ICE Raid Aftermath: [04:02-04:46]
• 2025 VMA Winners & Tribute: [04:46-05:07]

This episode delivered swift updates on developing stories, maintaining a neutral, news-driven tone with brief direct reports and curated soundbites, emphasizing the immediacy and variety of late-breaking news domestically and internationally.