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

Host: Sue Guzman & FOX News Team
Date: September 12, 2025

Episode Overview

This episode delivers breaking updates on the Charlie Kirk shooting investigation, national mourning and commemorations on the 24th anniversary of 9/11, and notable statements from public figures, including President Trump. The concise newscast moves through real-time investigative developments, community reactions, and reflective memorial coverage.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Charlie Kirk Shooting Investigation

• Release of New Evidence
  • Authorities have published new video footage showing a suspect, believed to be Charlie Kirk’s killer, fleeing by jumping off a roof immediately after the shooting. They are seeking public assistance in identifying the individual.
    • Sue Guzman [00:02]: “Authorities releasing some new video of Charlie Kirk's killer tonight, including footage of a suspect seen jumping off the roof of a building immediately after the shooting.”
• Ongoing Forensic Analysis
  • State and federal labs are actively processing significant forensic evidence.
    • Reporter [00:20]: "There is a lot of forensic evidence that is being processed right now at both the state lab and the and federal labs. Federal lab in on the East Coast."
• Presidential Response
  • President Trump addressed the situation, expressing condolences to Kirk’s widow and emphasizing the dedication to tracking down the suspect.
    • President Donald Trump [00:40]: "We had a long talk and she's devastated. She's absolutely devastated."
    • President Donald Trump [00:53]: "He's an animal, total animal. And hopefully they'll have him and they'll get him. What he did is disgraceful."
  • President Trump announced that Kirk would be posthumously awarded the Medal of Freedom.
    • Reporter [01:01]: "The president says he will posthumously AW Kirk. The Medal of Freedom, the nation's highest civilian honor."
• Community Gathering and Calls for Unity
  • A vigil was held in Tavares, Florida. Community leaders called for justice while urging restraint and compassion in response.
    • Prayer Leader [01:18]: "Lord, we remember Charlie Kirk's faith in you, that it was central to who he was."
    • Kerry Baker [01:24]: "Calling for justice but urging folks to resist responding with hatred and vengeance and instead find compassion."
    • Prayer Leader [01:35]: "We also pray for the healing in the broader community for wounds that reach beyond a single event..."

Notable Quotes

• President Donald Trump [00:53]: "He's an animal, total animal. And hopefully they'll have him and they'll get him. What he did is disgraceful."
• Prayer Leader [01:35]: "Pray for the healing in the broader community for wounds that reach beyond a single event. Wounds of division, of bitterness, anger, fear, bind us together in the unity of your spirit."

2. 9/11 Anniversary Commemorations

• Survivor Stories and Memorials
  • Survivors revisit acts of heroism and community during and after the attacks.
    • Tanya J. Powers [02:40]: “Stories of the extraordinary actions of ordinary people continue to be told 24 years after the 911 attacks.”
  • Peter Bitwinski shared his story of surviving both the 1993 and 2001 World Trade Center attacks.
    • Peter Bitwinski [02:59]: "Nine of my co worker buddies hung around to help and it was absolutely vital because I couldn't help John alone, but with their help unstrapped him, got him into the evac chair, strapped in there and down the staircase we go."
• Ceremonies and Presidential Remarks
  • Observances held in Washington, D.C., Shanksville, and Manhattan, honoring the memory of victims and first responders.
    • President Donald Trump [03:28]: “The American heroic spirit was all around us. We saw it in the police officers, the great firefighters, the service members here at the Pentagon and in the hearts of every American who answered history's call.”
  • Special emphasis on the heroism of Flight 93 passengers.
    • Jeff Manasso [03:51]: "Bells of remembrance honoring 40 passengers and crew members aboard Flight 93. Following a moment of silence and reflection to how the world changed on 911 and to the lives saved by strangers who came together as one."
    • Prayer Leader [04:12]: "The U.S. capitol, the symbol and center of our democracy."

Memorable Moments & Quotes

• President Trump’s Strong Words on the Shooting

  • [00:53] "He's an animal, total animal. And hopefully they'll have him and they'll get him. What he did is disgraceful."
    (President Donald Trump)

• Reflection on Bravery during 9/11

  • [02:59] "Nine of my co worker buddies hung around to help and it was absolutely vital..."
    (Peter Bitwinski, Survivor)

• Call for Community Healing and Unity

  • [01:35] “Wounds of division, of bitterness, anger, fear, bind us together in the unity of your spirit.”
    (Prayer Leader)

• Presidential Praise for Heroism on 9/11

  • [03:28] “The American heroic spirit was all around us...”
    (President Donald Trump)

Important Timestamps

• Charlie Kirk Shooting Update & Forensic Evidence: [00:02–00:45]
• President Trump’s Comments & Medal of Freedom Announcement: [00:40–01:01]
• Charlie Kirk Vigil in Florida – Community Reactions: [01:09–01:46]
• 9/11 Anniversary — Survivor Story: [02:32–03:17]
• President Trump’s 9/11 Remarks: [03:25–03:44]
• Shanksville, PA Flight 93 Memorial: [03:44–04:17]

Tone and Language

The episode presents news with a calm, urgent, and respectful tone, focused on public safety, national mourning, and honoring heroes. Direct quotes convey strong emotion, especially from President Trump and memorial leaders, reflecting both grief and calls for solidarity.

This summary captures the central news, context, and emotion in this FOX News newscast, offering listeners and readers essential updates, reflection, and voices from across America on a consequential day.