Fox News Hourly Update – 12AM ET Newscast (09/28/2025)

Host: Debra Valentine
Date: September 28, 2025
Podcast: Fox News Hourly Update

Episode Overview

This newscast covers several major breaking stories from nationwide troop deployments to Portland, the aftermath of Charlie Kirk’s assassination, looming federal government shutdown negotiations, two intensifying Atlantic storms, and renewed UN sanctions on Iran, providing a fast-paced roundup of the latest news developments.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Troop Deployment to Portland (00:02 – 00:56)

• President Trump announced on Truth Social the deployment of military troops to Portland, Oregon to "protect Portland at any of their ICE facilities under siege from attack by Antifa and other domestic terrorists."
  • [Madeleine Rivera, 00:14]:
    "Still some details that we don't know regarding this expected troop deployment, including when these troops will be sent and what their duties will be."
• Ongoing Protests: The move comes after protests at the ICE facility in South Portland.
  • Gov. Tina Kotak (D-OR) says there's "no national security threat," and that state/local officials have received no briefing about the military mission.
  • Increased presence: Reports of "armored vehicles and more federal agents" already visible in the city — seen by the state as "merely a show of force."
• Notable Soundbite:
  • Madeleine Rivera (00:23):
    "The president just making the announcement on Truth Social saying that he's directed his secretary of War, Pete Hegseth to send troops..."

2. Aftermath of Charlie Kirk’s Assassination (00:56 – 01:50)

• Attack on ICE Agents: Contextualized amidst a rash of attacks, including the assassination of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk.
• Legal Update:
  • Tyler Robinson, the suspected assassin, will be in court Monday and is now represented by former federal prosecutor Katherine Nestor.
  • Utah county is allocating "$1 million in taxpayer money to ensure his team is, 'qualified.'"
    • [Madison Scarpino, 01:11]:
      "...investigators and prosecutors continue to build up their case against Robinson. They're still working to get all the details of his actions leading up to the shooting, higher motive and the possibility of co conspirators."
  • Erica Kirk, Charlie’s widow, appeared on the Carly Kirk show, vowing Charlie’s "show and legacy will continue" after publicly forgiving Robinson.
• Robinson’s Charges: Aggravated murder and six other crimes.

3. Looming Government Shutdown (02:31 – 03:21)

• High Stakes Negotiations:
  • Shutdown deadline: midnight, September 30th.
  • President Trump to meet with congressional leaders in hopes of a compromise.
    • [Marianne Rafferty, 02:40]:
      "Right now, lawmakers are far apart on reaching a deal. The main sticking points are overspending and health care."
  • Potential impact: Unpaid federal workers, halted services, White House threats of mass firings.
• Congresswoman Lisa McClain (R-MI) blames Democrats for the impasse:
  • [03:07]:
    "Open to negotiations, but they have to be a little bit reasonable. And I don't think anybody in their right mind thinks $1.5 trillion of hardworking American taxpayers to give to illegals is reasonable."

4. Developing Atlantic Storms (03:21 – 03:57)

• Two Major Storms:
  • Hurricane Umberto: Category 5, 160 mph winds, not forecast to make landfall but could change the trajectory/intensity of other systems.
  • Tropical Depression Nine: May become a hurricane by next week — potential risk to US unclear, but dangerous weather expected along southeast coast.
    • [Native Ogle, 03:29]:
      "Heavy rain and dangerous surf are likely from Florida to North Carolina."
  • SC State of Emergency: South Carolina has already declared a state of emergency in preparation.

5. U.N. Sanctions Reimposed on Iran (03:57 – 04:28)

• Sanctions back in effect:
  • After failed last-minute diplomacy, the UN sanctions freeze Iranian assets, halt arms deals, and penalize ballistic missile development.
  • [Debra Valentine, 03:57]:
    "...sanctions will again freeze Iranian assets abroad, halt arms deals with Tehran and penalize any development of Iran's ballistic missile program..."

Notable Quotes & Moments

• Madeleine Rivera on the White House announcement (00:23):
  "The president just making the announcement on Truth Social saying that he's directed his secretary of War, Pete Hegseth to send troops to protect Portland at any of their ICE facilities under siege..."

• Lisa McClain on Democratic spending (03:07):
  "Open to negotiations, but they have to be a little bit reasonable. And I don't think anybody in their right mind thinks $1.5 trillion of hardworking American taxpayers to give to illegals is reasonable."

• Native Ogle on storm impacts (03:29):
  "Heavy rain and dangerous surf are likely from Florida to North Carolina."

Segment Timestamps

• Troops to Portland: 00:02 – 00:56
• Charlie Kirk Assassination & Legal Updates: 00:56 – 01:50
• Government Shutdown Negotiations: 02:31 – 03:21
• Atlantic Storms Update: 03:21 – 03:57
• UN Sanctions on Iran: 03:57 – 04:28

This brisk newscast encapsulates high-profile national and international events with a focus on political developments, public safety, and national security, mirroring the direct, urgent tone characteristic of FOX News reporting.