Fox News Hourly Update — 12AM ET, October 22, 2025
Host: Sue Guzman
Contributors: Jennifer Griffin, Jessica Rosenthal, Lisa Brady
Notable Speakers: Vice President J.D. Vance, President Donald Trump, Senator Ruben Gallego
Episode Theme: Rapid-fire update on major US and international news stories, including Middle East diplomacy, US-China talks, military movements, government shutdown negotiations, and a high-profile art theft.
Main Topics & Discussion Points
1. Vice President J.D. Vance in Israel: Ceasefire and Gaza Recovery
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Theme: Efforts to maintain a fragile ceasefire in Israel and recover hostage bodies from Gaza.
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Insight:
- VP J.D. Vance is on the ground in Israel.
- Discussions are ongoing about retrieving hostages and ensuring that Hamas disarms.
- Emphasis on non-American security forces eventually overseeing Gaza’s peace.
- Immediate focus on rebuilding and safety for both Israelis and Gazans.
Key Quotes:
- “Work is underway to retrieve all of the hostage bodies still in Gaza and that they still expect Hamas.”
—J.D. Vance [00:11] - “To disarm Hamas while all the fighters can be given some sort of clemency. They're not going to be able to kill each other and they're not going to be able to kill their fellow Palestinians.”
—Sen. Ruben Gallego [00:17] - “Eventual goal is to ensure there are security forces not composed of Americans who can oversee maintaining peace in Gaza.”
—J.D. Vance [00:26] - “Once we've got to a point where both the Gazans and our Israeli friends can have some measure of security, then we'll worry about what the long term governance of Gaza is.”
—Sen. Ruben Gallego [00:32] - “For now the focus is on rebuilding and safety.”
—J.D. Vance, via Jessica Rosenthal [00:40]
2. US-China Relations: President Trump's Upcoming Meeting
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Theme: Trade tensions and APEC Summit diplomacy.
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Insight:
- President Trump plans to meet with China’s leader at the upcoming Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in South Korea.
- Tariff disputes remain a key issue.
Key Quote:
- “They want to discuss. The fact that they're paying 157% tariff. It's a little, little higher than they thought. And we're doing very well. I think we're going to do well in that negotiation.”
—President Donald Trump [00:54]
3. US Military Moves in the Caribbean: Anti-Drug Operations
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Theme: Heightened military presence targeting drug trafficking.
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Insight:
- The Pentagon is reallocating resources from the Middle East and Pacific to the Caribbean.
- Largest buildup in years, with a major naval presence (14% of fleet), Marines, warships, submarines, and drone motherships, sparking concerns about an “undeclared war.”
Key Quote:
- “14% of the Navy's fleet is in the Caribbean, according to IEJ media, including a buildup of 10,000 Marines and sailors, a dozen warships, a US Navy nuclear powered fast attack submarine, a special operations mothership with drone capabilities and three guided missile destroyers... and the USS Iwo Jimo, an assault ship with an amphibious ready group on board.”
—Jennifer Griffin [01:14]
4. Government Shutdown Enters 22nd Day: Standoff in DC
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Theme: Political brinkmanship over federal funding.
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Insight:
- President Trump will only meet Democratic leaders if the government is reopened.
- Republicans are pushing a clean, temporary spending bill, but Democrats demand continued health care subsidies.
- Senator Gallego expresses skepticism due to past Republican actions.
Key Quotes:
- “I would like to meet with both of them, but I set one little caveat. I will only meet if they let the country open. They have to let the country open. The people want to go back to work. They want to be served.”
—President Donald Trump [02:45] - “The reason we're not just reopening government and just voting on this because in the past Republicans have not followed through on their promises.”
—Sen. Ruben Gallego [03:11]
5. Paris Museum Heist: Napoleon’s Crown Jewels Stolen
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Theme: Art theft and cultural loss.
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Insight:
- Major burglary at the Louvre—Napoleonic crown diamonds taken in a daring early morning heist.
- Estimated value: over $100 million (excluding historical significance).
- Thieves used a basket lift, entered through an upper window, triggered alarms, but escaped before police arrived.
Key Quotes:
- “The Paris prosecutor says the multiple items taken during a Sunday morning heist at the Louvre museum are worth an estimated 88 million doll. That's more than $100 million, adding that doesn't include their historical value to France.”
—Lisa Brady [03:23] - “Thieves used a basket lift to reach an upper window at the back of the museum, forcing the window open, then smashing display cases in a gallery housing crown diamonds from the Napoleon era. That did trigger alarms. And a witness also called police, who arrived in two to three minutes. Still, the intruders got away.”
—Lisa Brady [03:30]
6. Gene Hackman’s Legacy: Possessions Up for Auction
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Theme: Remembering a Hollywood icon.
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Insight:
- Following his death at age 95, an auction will be held for Gene Hackman’s personal effects, including a Golden Globe and his own paintings.
Key Quote:
- “Plans to sell off a variety of actor Gene Hackman's possessions, and they include a Golden Globe award, a wristwatch, and paintings he collected and created himself. The two time Oscar winner enjoyed painting and even wrote novels in his later years.”
—Sue Guzman [04:05]
Notable Moments & Memorable Quotes
- “For now the focus is on rebuilding and safety.” —J.D. Vance, via Jessica Rosenthal [00:40]
- “14% of the Navy's fleet is in the Caribbean...” —Jennifer Griffin [01:14]
- “I will only meet if they let the country open. The people want to go back to work.” —Donald Trump [02:45]
- “In the past Republicans have not followed through on their promises.” —Ruben Gallego [03:11]
- “Thieves used a basket lift to reach an upper window at the back of the museum... Still, the intruders got away.” —Lisa Brady [03:30]
Timestamps for Important Segments
- Gaza/Israel Ceasefire, VP Vance Statements: [00:02]–[00:40]
- Trump-China, APEC Summit and Tariffs: [00:45]–[01:07]
- US Military Caribbean Build-up: [01:07]–[01:55]
- Government Shutdown Impasse: [02:32]–[03:17]
- Louvre Jewel Heist: [03:17]–[04:05]
- Gene Hackman’s Auction: [04:05]–[04:29]
This episode delivers fast-paced coverage of breaking developments in foreign policy, military operations, US domestic politics, and global culture, pairing headline news with direct statements from key political leaders. Each segment offers both high-level summaries and selected direct quotes, giving listeners a clear and authentic snapshot of current events as reported by FOX News Radio.