Fox News Hourly Update - Detailed Summary Episode: 12PM ET 08/11/2025 Newscast Release Date: August 11, 2025
1. President Trump's Declaration to Rescue Washington, D.C.
Host: Therese Crowley [00:02]
The newscast opens with Therese Crowley announcing a significant development from President Donald Trump. In a bold move, President Trump has declared his intent to "liberate Washington, D.C. from crime and filth and scum," emphasizing the elimination of sanctuary for criminals in the nation's capital.
President Donald Trump [00:13]:
"I'm announcing a historic action to rescue our nation's capital from crime, bloodshed, bedlam and squalor and worse. This is Liberation Day in D.C. and we're going to take our capital back. We're taking it back."
Trump further elaborated on his strategy by invoking Section 740 of the District of Columbia Home Rule Act, which places the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department under direct federal control. This action is aimed at deploying National Guard troops, ending the no-cash bail statute, and implementing massive enforcement against known gangs and criminal aliens. The President assured that these measures would restore safety swiftly, making D.C. "a very safe city again."
Therese Crowley [00:47]:
"His White House announcement to deploy National Guard troops and work to end the no cash bail statute with massive enforcement targeting known gangs and full seamless enforcement with federal agencies to end said sanctuary for criminal aliens in D.C. saying it will happen fairly quickly and D.C. will become a very safe city again."
However, D.C. Mayor Bowser has responded by stating the need for additional federal assistance, including support for prosecutors, judges, and the rebuilding of jails to ensure the effectiveness of these measures.
2. Upcoming Meeting Between President Trump and Russian President Putin
Host: Therese Crowley [01:24]
Therese Crowley reports on the highly anticipated meeting scheduled between President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska. This meeting holds significant implications for the ongoing Ukraine conflict.
Maria Bartiromo [01:24]:
"Vice President J.D. Vance sat down with her own Maria Bartiromo where he says any potential deal with Russia. Russia is likely to leave both sides unsatisfied."
Vice President J.D. Vance [01:33]:
"We're going to try to find some negotiated settlement that the Ukrainians and the Russians can live with, where they can live in relative peace, where the killing stops."
Despite the upcoming talks, as of the broadcast time, Ukrainian President Zelensky is not expected to attend the meeting.
Maria Bartiromo [01:42]:
"Friday was the deadline for Russia to agree to a ceasefire, face increased sanctions. And Russia continues bombing Ukrainian cities ahead of Putin's meeting with Trump in Alaska. Among targets, the central bus station. Zaporizhzhia."
3. Update on Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
Host: Therese Crowley [02:16]
The update shifts to the Middle East, where President Trump has engaged in discussions with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu regarding Israel's planned takeover of Gaza's city.
Therese Crowley [02:16]:
"President Trump spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu as Israel plans a takeover of Gaza's city. Fox's Trey Youngster TEL Aviv."
Benjamin Netanyahu [02:24]:
"Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and President Trump spoke over the phone. The prime minister's office says they talked about the hostages and the ongoing war and that the prime minister thanked President Trump for his support throughout this conflict. The hostages are believed to be held in the center of the strip in a city called Deir Al Bala. This is where many people are sheltering. It's been largely untouched by the Israeli military on the ground, and that is because they are concerned about the 20 living hostages and the bodies of 30 others that are still being held by Hamas. We have heard from these families. They are concerned that if this military operation moves forward, their loved ones could be killed or injured."
Following this, U.S. Ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, discusses the implications for Hamas.
J.D. Vance [03:03]:
"The next move really is one that Hamas has to make. They're either going to have to walk away, disarm and let the hostages go, or they're going to have to face the consequences of an Israeli government that is just fed up."
4. Texas Democrats and State House Quorum Battle
Host: Therese Crowley [03:15]
The focus shifts to Texas politics, where Democrats are defying Republican efforts to reconvene the state House and approve new congressional maps. Republicans are urging for a quorum to move forward, threatening civil arrests and fines for absent Democrats.
Therese Crowley [03:15]:
"Texas Democrats still on the run from the state House as Republicans try to reconvene today with a quorum to approve new congressional maps. Fox's Brooke Taylor in Austin."
Brooke Taylor [03:25]:
"There are no signs really of these Democrats showing up, even as Republicans threatened to have them removed from office for abandoning their seats. Civil arrest warrants have been issued and the House speaker and attorney general are working to enforce them. In Illinois and now California, where dozens of Democrats fled, they face a $500 fine for each day they're gone. And Texas House members remember, just make $600 a month. They have been asking for donations, but in a victory for Republicans, a Texas district court has granted a temporary restraining order blocking funding from the former Congressman Beto O'Rourke's organization, which covered upfront travel and hotel costs."
The battle for quorum remains tight, with the Democrats being five seats short and the outcome hinging on today's proceedings.
Therese Crowley [04:05]:
"They were five short of a quorum on Friday. See how they do today. I'm Therese Crowley. This is FOX News."
5. Community Spotlight and Closing Remarks
Host: Trey Youngster [04:14] & J.D. Vance [04:23]
The newscast concludes with a brief mention of community stories by Janice Dean and a reminder to follow Fox News Podcasts.
Trey Youngster [04:14]:
"I'm Janice Dean. Join me every Sunday as I focus on stories of hope and people who are truly rays of sunshine in their community and across the world."
J.D. Vance [04:23]:
"Listen and follow now@foxnewspodcast.com."
Notable Quotes:
- President Donald Trump [00:13]: "This is Liberation Day in D.C. and we're going to take our capital back."
- Vice President J.D. Vance [01:33]: "We're going to try to find some negotiated settlement that the Ukrainians and the Russians can live with, where they can live in relative peace, where the killing stops."
- J.D. Vance [03:03]: "They're either going to have to walk away, disarm and let the hostages go, or they're going to have to face the consequences of an Israeli government that is just fed up."
This episode of the Fox News Hourly Update delivered comprehensive coverage on President Trump's actions in Washington, D.C., international relations concerning Russia and Ukraine, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and significant political tensions in Texas. Stay informed with Fox News for the latest developments.