Fox News Hourly Update (12PM ET 09/08/2025)

Host: Lisa Brady (FOX News Podcasts)
Date: September 8, 2025

Episode Overview

This episode delivers an on-the-hour national news roundup focused on religion and public safety initiatives announced by President Trump, heated judicial actions over immigration enforcement, court developments following an alleged assassination attempt, significant moves on international drug enforcement, and key business and Supreme Court decisions. The tone is brisk, urgent, and driven by direct quotes and updates on fast-moving stories.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. President Trump’s Call for Renewed Religion in America

• Main message: At the Religious Liberty Commission meeting in D.C., President Trump urges a revival of religious values and pledges to defend religious rights.
• Quote:

  "We have to bring back religion in America, bring it back stronger than ever before as our country grows stronger and stronger."
  — President Trump [00:06]

• Context:
  • The remarks were made at the Museum of the Bible during a second session of the Religious Liberty Commission.
  • Trump ties the strength of the nation to the strength of religious conviction and promises a "vigorous defense of religious rights." [00:13]

2. Public Safety and Crime Initiatives

• D.C. as Model City:

  • Trump touts Washington, D.C. as a success story for federal crime fighting.
  • He expresses intent to replicate D.C.'s "safe city" approach in Chicago, New York, Los Angeles, and alludes to past interventions in L.A.
  • Quote:

    "We are a safe city. You can walk to a restaurant. You can walk to the White House... We could do the same thing in Chicago, New York, Los Angeles. We did it. We saved. We saved Los Angeles."
    — President Trump [00:27]

• Legal clashes:

  • The administration faces pushback from Illinois and L.A. over federal and military involvement to address violent protests and immigration. [00:45]
  • Illinois governor threatens legal action over possible National Guard deployment in Chicago.

3. Supreme Court Greenlights Immigration Raids in L.A.

• Judicial ruling:
  • The U.S. Supreme Court lifts a restraining order, enabling federal “sweeping immigration operations” in Los Angeles despite claims of constitutional violations (e.g., racial profiling, detaining citizens).
  • The plaintiffs included U.S. citizens accidentally detained; lower courts had blocked these raids, pointing to civil rights concerns. [00:45]
  • The Trump administration sees the Supreme Court’s move as a legal victory enabling renewed enforcement activity.

4. Assassination Attempt Trial Developments

• Details:
  • Jury selection begins for Ryan Ruth, accused in a second assassination attempt on President Trump at his West Palm Beach golf club.
  • Ruth is representing himself, prompting concerns that the trial could be "unpredictable and chaotic."
  • Quote:

    "The judge ordered partial sequestration for the jury in order to limit that interaction with the media."
    — Legal Analyst [01:31]

  • The judge is already challenging Ruth’s unusual filings and jury questions. [01:46]

5. Venezuela’s Military Mobilization and U.S. Drug Trafficking Tensions

• Venezuelan troop deployment:
  • Venezuela sends 25,000 troops to border regions aiming to combat drug trafficking, following U.S. military action against a drug-laden boat from Venezuela. [02:15]
  • Incident aftermath: Venezuelan fighter jets veered close to a U.S. Navy destroyer, increasing regional tensions.
• U.S. prosecutions:
  • Venezuela’s President Nicolas Maduro and officials are charged by the U.S. Justice Department for running a military-backed drug cartel.
  • Quote:

    "The Justice Department has charged Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro and many in his administration with leading the cartel of the Suns drug trafficking network from inside Venezuela's military."
    — Reporter [02:51]

6. Supreme Court Decision: Presidential Authority over FTC Commissioners

• Ruling:
  • Chief Justice John Roberts supports President Trump’s right to remove Federal Trade Commission member Rebecca Slaughter at will.
  • Slaughter had sued to block her removal, citing statutory job protections—but the Supreme Court sided with executive authority. [03:07]
  • Context:
    • This expands presidential powers over independent regulatory agencies, likely impacting agency independence under future administrations.

7. Major Athletic Wear Industry Merger

• Announcement:
  • Dick’s Sporting Goods acquires Foot Locker for $2.4 billion, creating a retail network of 3,200 global stores. [03:32]
  • Foot Locker will continue operating under its brand, overseen by Ann Freeman, former Nike executive.
  • Other associated brands (Foot Locker Kids, Champs Sports, WSS) remain under the Foot Locker name.

8. Stock Market Update

• Report:
  • The Dow is up 52 points.
  • S&P and Nasdaq reach new record highs. [04:03]

Memorable Quotes & Moments

• Religion & Security:

  "We have to bring back religion in America, bring it back stronger than ever before as our country grows stronger and stronger."
  — President Trump [00:06]

• Federal Crime Strategy:

  "We are a safe city... even the Democrats. I can't believe it, but they don't want to admit it..."
  — President Trump [00:27]

• Immigration Enforcement Win:

  "Today's ruling clears the way for sweeping immigration operations in LA."
  — Reporter [00:45]

• Courtroom Chaos:

  "Legal analysts, they've been predicting that this trial could be unpredictable and chaotic, and we're already seeing elements of that."
  — Legal Analyst [01:31]

• U.S.–Venezuela Friction:

  "The Justice Department has charged Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro and many in his administration..."
  — Reporter [02:51]

Important Timestamps

• [00:06] President Trump calls for religious revival
• [00:27] Trump discusses federal crime policy and expansion to other cities
• [00:45] Update on legal battles over immigration enforcement in L.A.
• [01:31] Ryan Ruth trial begins; legal concerns about chaos and jury management
• [02:15] Venezuela deploys troops to fight drug trafficking; U.S. military tensions flare
• [02:51] U.S. Justice Department indicts Venezuela’s President Maduro on narco-trafficking charges
• [03:07] Supreme Court backs Trump’s removal of FTC commissioner
• [03:32] Dick’s Sporting Goods acquires Foot Locker
• [04:03] Market closing update

This Fox News Hourly Update delivers a packed news bulletin style show, rapidly progressing from political and judiciary stories to international affairs and business. Direct quotes from key players (President Trump, legal analysts, reporters) keep the reporting authoritative and dynamic, offering a succinct snapshot of the hour’s most significant headlines for listeners on the move.