Fox News Hourly Update – 12PM ET 09/24/2025 Newscast

Host: Dave Anthony, Ryan Schmell, Tom Rigotti
Date: September 24, 2025

Overview

This episode delivers timely updates on a Dallas sniper attack at an immigration facility, media controversy involving Jimmy Kimmel and President Trump, U.S.-Ukraine-Russia diplomacy, a special congressional election in Arizona, government shutdown tensions, and online deepfake warnings from Rafael Nadal. The newscast moves quickly through key breaking stories and political commentary in signature Fox News style.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Dallas Immigration Facility Sniper Attack

• Breaking News:
  • A sniper targeted an ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) facility in Dallas, TX, in the morning.
  • Three ICE detainees were shot, with one fatality. No ICE agents were harmed.
  • The shooter, positioned on a rooftop, died of a self-inflicted gunshot.
• Motivation & Context:
  • Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons commented on increased dangerous rhetoric online:
    • “It keeps getting worse and worse and it has to stop.” (Dave Anthony quoting Todd Lyons, 00:06)
  • ICE Deputy Director Madison Sheehan alluded to motivations stemming from online discourse.
• Next Steps: Authorities expect an official update from Dallas police soon.
• Segment Timestamp: 00:02-00:37, 02:32-02:47

2. Jimmy Kimmel Suspension Controversy

• Background:
  • Jimmy Kimmel returned to late-night TV after a suspension by ABC due to remarks about the killing of Charlie Kirk’s alleged assassin.
  • Some ABC stations refused to air his return episode.
• Kimmel’s Remarks:
  • Kimmel clarified:
    • “I never intended to make light of Kirk’s killing or blame any specific group. I don’t think the murderer who shot Charlie Kirk represents—this was a sick person who believed violence was the solution, and it isn’t ever.” (Dave Anthony quoting Kimmel, 00:41)
  • He thanked free speech supporters and criticized the suspension, earning a standing ovation.
  • Added a pointed jab at President Trump:
    • “Our leader celebrates Americans losing their livelihoods because he can’t take a joke.” (Dave Anthony referencing Kimmel, 00:53)
• Trump’s Reaction:
  • On Truth Social, President Trump called the show“Democrat garbage” and suggested it was tantamount to an illegal campaign contribution. (01:01)
  • Trump also doubted ABC’s decision to reinstate Kimmel.
• Segment Timestamp: 00:37-01:07

3. Ukraine-Russia Updates & U.S. Diplomacy

• President Trump:
  • On social media, he called Russia a “paper tiger” and suggested Ukraine could reclaim all occupied territory, despite stalled peace talks.
• Ukrainian Response:
  • President Volodymyr Zelenskyy (interviewed by FOX) highlighted Vladimir Putin’s history of “lying to President Trump so many times” as a factor in ongoing negotiations.
• Segment Timestamp: 01:11-01:24

4. Arizona Special Election

• Results:
  • Adelina Grovalova won the special election to serve out the term of her late father, Representative Raul Grovalova, who passed in March.
• Segment Timestamp: 01:25-01:29

5. Markets & Economy Brief

• Stock Indices:
  • Dow: +32 points
  • Nasdaq: -11 points
  • S&P 500: -3 points
• Oil & Gas:
  • Oil is up $1, surpassing $64/barrel.
  • Average U.S. gas price: $3.16/gallon (down 5 cents from a year ago).
• Segment Timestamp: 02:47-03:10

6. Potential Government Shutdown Looms

• Political Standoff:
  • House and Senate Minority Leaders Hakeem Jeffries and Chuck Schumer accuse President Trump of “throwing an unhinged temper tantrum” after canceling shutdown talks.
• Legislation Updates:
  • Jeffries and Schumer want healthcare provisions added to a funding package, which Trump calls “unserious and ridiculous.”
  • Senate Majority Leader John Thune announced a Senate vote next week on a funding extension to Nov. 21, with hopes to garner 60 votes.
• Segment Timestamp: 03:15-03:53
• Quote:
  • “...throwing an unhinged temper tantrum by canceling a planned meeting to discuss avoiding a government shutdown.” (Ryan Schmell, quoting Jeffries/Schumer, 03:17)

7. Rafael Nadal’s Warning on Deepfakes

• Incident:
  • Fake AI videos have surfaced showing Nadal giving bogus financial advice.
• Nadal’s Response:
  • Warns on LinkedIn about the societal “challenge of learning to distinguish between what’s real and what’s manipulated” and encourages ethical tech use.
• Segment Timestamp: 03:57-04:24
• Quote:
  • “...the challenge of learning to distinguish between what’s real and what’s manipulated and of promoting an ethical and responsible use of technology.” (Tom Rigotti, paraphrasing Rafael Nadal, 04:13)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “It keeps getting worse and worse and it has to stop.”
  (Todd Lyons, via Dave Anthony, on ICE facility attack – 00:06)
• “I never intended to make light of Kirk’s killing or blame any specific group... this was a sick person who believed violence was the solution, and it isn’t ever.”
  (Jimmy Kimmel, via Dave Anthony, 00:41)
• “Our leader celebrates Americans losing their livelihoods because he can’t take a joke.”
  (Jimmy Kimmel, via Dave Anthony, 00:53)
• “...the challenge of learning to distinguish between what’s real and what’s manipulated and of promoting an ethical and responsible use of technology.”
  (Rafael Nadal (paraphrased), via Tom Rigotti, 04:13)

Quick Reference: Timestamps for Each Major Segment

• Dallas ICE Facility Shooting: 00:02–00:37; 02:32–02:47
• Jimmy Kimmel Suspension: 00:37–01:07
• Ukraine/Russia Update: 01:07–01:24
• Arizona Special Election: 01:25–01:29
• Market & Oil Updates: 02:47–03:10
• Government Shutdown Standoff: 03:15–03:53
• Rafael Nadal Deepfake Warning: 03:57–04:24

Summary

The episode delivers fast-paced, concise news headlines, blending breaking events (Dallas sniper), media and political controversy (Kimmel v. Trump), global affairs (Ukraine war), U.S. politics (Congress, government funding), new warnings about AI deepfakes, and economy updates. Direct quotes and reactions from officials, politicians, and celebrities inject immediacy and authenticity, providing a helpful snapshot for listeners seeking to stay informed on current events.