Fox News Hourly Update – 12AM ET 09/15/2025

Host: Sue Guzman
Date: September 15, 2025

Episode Overview

This episode covers the latest national and international news highlights, including developments following the death of Charlie Kirk, updates on President Trump’s upcoming overseas visit, the status of the Trump assassination attempt trial, and major diplomatic moves in the Middle East. The episode closes with updates on political endorsements and historic Emmy Award wins.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Charlie Kirk Memorial & Aftermath

• Memorial Turnout:
  • Thousands—including President Trump—attended a prayer service for conservative figure Charlie Kirk at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.
  • Changes are underway at Utah Valley University, the site of Kirk’s fatal shooting.
• Campus Changes Post-Tragedy:
  • University officials are revamping the site where Kirk was shot.
  • Matt Finn reports:
    • “Grass is being ripped up to lay down new pavement and flowers to revive the area. One school official telling us they're trying to make it more beautiful again.” (00:22)
• Disruption at Phoenix Memorial:
  • At Turning Point headquarters in Phoenix, a man trampled a memorial, kicking over flowers and other items.
  • Outcome:
    • The suspect, 22-year-old Tyler Robinson, was arrested after being subdued by an onlooker.
    • He is reportedly not being cooperative with authorities.

2. President Trump’s Upcoming UK Visit & Sanctions Policy

• UK Visit Details:
  • President Trump accepted an invitation from British Prime Minister Keir Starmer (presented as a gift from King Charles).
  • Trump and the First Lady will visit the UK, including a wreath-laying ceremony at St. George’s Chapel.
  • Notable quote:
    • Lucas Tomlinson: “It should be quite a spectacle in the UK. Of course, nobody does pomp like the Brits… some 35 jets when President Trump lays a wreath at the Queen's tomb.” (01:13)
• Continuation of Russia Sanctions:
  • Trump emphasizes ongoing sanctions against Russia.
    • Lucas Tomlinson: “And I'm willing to do sanctions but—”
    • Matt Finn: “They're going to have to toughen up.”
    • Lucas Tomlinson: “Their sanctions commensurate with what I'm doing.” (01:47–01:54)

3. Trial for Trump Assassination Attempt

• Brian Ruth’s Trial Progress:
  • The Florida trial resumes; Ruth is charged in the second Trump assassination attempt (September 2024).
  • So far: 13 prosecution witnesses have testified, including law enforcement and FBI agents.
  • Evidence presented:
    • “FBI Special Agent Katherine Rose… showed the jury several pieces of evidence… including a Chinese made rifle, two bags, a GoPro style camera that was tied to the fence and heavy metal plates…” (Janice Dean, 03:17)

4. US Diplomatic Visit to Israel

• Marco Rubio’s Visit:
  • Speaking from Tel Aviv, Greg Palkot discusses the Secretary of State’s (Rubio’s) visit amid heightened tensions.
  • Rubio met with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu after Israeli strikes on Hamas in Qatar.
  • Greg Palkot:
    • “Rubio says he's looking for answers regarding a way forward in the crisis here. Very important talks with Netanyahu. This as a consensus is growing that Israel did not kill the key Hamas leadership in those strikes.” (03:58)
  • Arab and Muslim leaders are set to meet in Doha to discuss the situation.
  • Netanyahu confirms: Five lower-ranking Hamas members killed; leadership survived.

5. Political Endorsements & US Politics

• New York Politics:
  • NY Governor Kathy Hochul announces support for NYC mayoral candidate, socialist Democrat Zoram Mamdani.
  • Hochul says Mamdani “will stand up to President Trump.”
• Entertainment – Historic Emmy Wins:
  • Best Drama Series: ‘The Pit’
  • Historic Wins:
    • The studio earns 12 Emmys, the most awarded to a comedy series in a single season.
    • ‘Adolescents’ wins four awards, including Best Supporting Actor for 15-year-old Owen Cooper, the youngest Emmy Award winner in over 40 years.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Matt Finn on Campus Aftermath:
  “Grass is being ripped up to lay down new pavement and flowers to revive the area. One school official telling us they're trying to make it more beautiful again.” (00:24)
• Lucas Tomlinson on UK Reception for President Trump:
  “It should be quite a spectacle in the UK. Of course, nobody does pomp like the Brits… some 35 jets when President Trump lays a wreath at the Queen's tomb.” (01:13)
• Janice Dean on Trial Evidence:
  “A Chinese made rifle, two bags, a GoPro style camera that was tied to the fence and heavy metal plates which prosecutors said were meant to be bulletproof shielding.” (03:23)
• Greg Palkot on Mideast Diplomacy:
  “Rubio says he's looking for answers regarding a way forward in the crisis here… a consensus is growing that Israel did not kill the key Hamas leadership in those strikes.” (03:58)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• Charlie Kirk Memorial & Disruptions: 00:02–00:59
• President Trump’s UK Visit & Sanctions: 01:13–01:54
• Brian Ruth Trump Assassination Trial: 03:10–03:47
• Marco Rubio Mideast Diplomacy: 03:47–04:27
• NYC Political Endorsement & Emmy Awards: 04:27–05:07

Summary Flow

This episode focused first on the broad fallout and mourning after Charlie Kirk’s death, highlighting both community grief and ongoing tensions, as evidenced by the incident in Phoenix. National politics featured strongly, with updates on President Trump’s travel plans, foreign policy posture on Russian sanctions, and courtroom developments in the case of last year’s attempt on Trump’s life. Internationally, Secretary of State Rubio’s attempts to broker progress in the Israeli-Hamas conflict signaled continuing US engagement in Mideast diplomacy. The episode wrapped with a look at local New York politics and an entertainment note marking a record-breaking night at the Emmys.