Fox News Hourly Update – 12PM ET 08/30/2025

Date: August 30, 2025
Host: Jack Callahan, FOX News Podcasts
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Episode Overview

This episode of the Fox News Hourly Update delivers coverage of breaking national stories, major legal rulings, ongoing political disputes, and key events affecting domestic and global affairs as of August 30, 2025. Topics include the federal appeals court ruling on Trump's tariffs, updates on immigration enforcement, breaking news on a tragic church shooting in Minneapolis, Labor Day travel trends, and a significant development in Yemen.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Trump's Tariff Policy Ruled Unconstitutional

[00:02–00:51]

• A federal appeals court has struck down President Trump’s tariff policy with a 7–4 vote.
  • Implementation Delay: The court's decision does not immediately go into effect, allowing the administration until October 14 to file a Supreme Court appeal.
  • President Trump’s Reaction: On Truth Social, Trump stated:

    “If allowed to stand, this decision would literally destroy the United States of America. ... tariffs are the best tool to help our workers and support companies that produce great Made in America products.” – President Trump ([00:18])

  • The ruling does not affect other trade deals where participating countries (EU, Japan, Philippines, the UK, among others) had previously agreed to tariffs.

2. Temporary Block on Speedy Deportations

[00:51–01:07]

• A federal judge sided with an immigrant rights group to temporarily block the administration from carrying out expedited deportations for illegal immigrants detained within the U.S. interior.
• This is another legal setback for the administration’s immigration enforcement agenda.

3. Deadly Shooting at Minneapolis Catholic Church

[01:07–01:53]

• Details of a deadly shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church:
  • Early Wednesday morning, a gunman fired more than 100 rounds through church windows during a school mass.
  • Victims: Two children were killed—8-year-old Fletcher Merkel and 10-year-old Harper Moisky. 18 others were injured; six (including five children) remain hospitalized.
  • Heroic Response: The school's "buddy system," pairing older with younger students, is credited with saving lives.
    • Quote from a father at the scene:

      “The first action by those middle schoolers was to push their buddies down under the pew, which is why the middle schoolers were the ones who were standing the longest and were largely the injured.” – Unnamed parent ([01:49])

• The segment highlights community resilience amid tragic circumstances.

4. Immigration Raids and Political Tensions in Chicago

[02:31–03:15]

• Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker voices his opposition to federal plans for increased immigration raids and possible National Guard deployments in Chicago.
• Pritzker welcomes federal agencies such as the FBI and ATF but rejects use of the National Guard, signaling a deepening feud with the president.
• White House claims this is part of broader crime-fighting efforts.
  • Tom Homan (border czar) comments:

    “You would think he’d welcome the assistance. His number one responsibility, it’s the safety and security of that city. If he’s not going to do it, President Trump’s going to do it.” – Tom Homan ([03:01])

  • Mayor Brandon Johnson’s Response:

    “We’re not going anywhere.” – Mayor Brandon Johnson ([03:11])

5. Labor Day Weekend Travel Trends

[03:24–03:58]

• Travel expected to surge over Labor Day:
  • Prices for flights, hotels, and car rentals are down compared to last year.
  • Gas averages $3.15 per gallon—the lowest in four years—with some areas under $3.
  • TSA expects to screen 17.4 million travelers; new streamlined processes mean travelers don't need to remove shoes and families can benefit from "family lanes."
• AAA Top Travel Destinations: Orlando, Seattle, New York City.

6. Israeli Airstrike Kills Houthi Prime Minister in Yemen

[03:58–04:28]

• Iranian-backed Houthi rebels report that an Israeli airstrike has killed Yemen’s rebel government prime minister, Ahmed Al Rahawi, and several ministers in Sana’a.
• Al Rahawi had served as PM of the Houthi government since August 2024.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• President Trump Reacts to Tariff Ruling:

  “If allowed to stand, this decision would literally destroy the United States of America.” – President Trump ([00:18])

• Parent on School’s Buddy System During Shooting:

  “The first action by those middle schoolers was to push their buddies down under the pew...” – Unnamed father ([01:49])

• Tom Homan on Chicago Policing:

  “You would think he’d welcome the assistance. His number one responsibility, it’s the safety and security of that city. If he’s not going to do it, President Trump’s going to do it.” – Tom Homan ([03:01])

• Mayor Brandon Johnson’s Defiance:

  “We’re not going anywhere.” – Mayor Brandon Johnson ([03:11])

Important Timestamps

• 00:02 — Trump’s tariffs ruled unconstitutional
• 00:51 — Deportation policy blocked
• 01:07 — Minneapolis church shooting details
• 02:31 — Plans for immigration raids in Chicago
• 03:24 — Labor Day travel cost decline
• 03:58 — Reported death of Yemen’s Houthi PM

Fox News Hourly Update delivers the latest headlines with succinct reporting and key voices involved in the news, keeping listeners informed on the rapidly developing stories as they head into the Labor Day weekend.