Fox News Hourly Update: 12PM ET 10/10/2025 Newscast

Host: Lisa Brady, FOX News Podcasts
Date: October 10, 2025

Episode Overview

This early afternoon newscast provides updates on major international diplomacy, Middle East developments, U.S. government operations, upcoming elections, and financial markets. Key topics include First Lady Melania Trump’s diplomatic role, a ceasefire and hostage release plan in Gaza, U.S. military oversight, government shutdown negotiations, an update on New York City’s mayoral race, and stock market volatility.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Melania Trump’s Humanitarian Diplomacy (00:02–00:34)

• Reuniting Ukrainian Children:
  First Lady Melania Trump announces the return of eight Ukrainian children to their families, following her August letter to Russian President Vladimir Putin.
  • She emphasizes continuing efforts for more reunions.
• Direct Response from Putin:
  • “[Putin] responded in writing signaling a willingness to engage with me directly.” (Unnamed Commentator, 00:17)
  • Melania shares optimism for peace: “I hope peace will come soon. It can begin with our children.” (Unnamed Commentator, 00:28)
• Context:
  President Putin faces charges of war crimes for abducting Ukrainian children to be raised as Russians during the Ukraine war.

2. Middle East – Ceasefire and U.S. Military Oversight (00:34–01:08)

• Ceasefire in Gaza:
  Ceasefire initiated alongside efforts for Hamas to release remaining hostages as part of a peace agreement.
• U.S. Military Involvement:
  • 200 U.S. CENTCOM personnel ordered to monitor the ceasefire and peace deal. They will collaborate with international partners, but “will not be boots on the ground in Israel fighting or in Gaza.” (Unnamed Military Correspondent, 00:51)
• Palestinian Prisoner Release:
  Under the agreement’s first phase, Israel will release hundreds of Palestinian prisoners.
• Humanitarian Movements:
  Tens of thousands of Palestinians reportedly returning to Gaza.

3. President Trump’s International and Domestic Moves (01:08–01:59)

• Hospital Visit & Social Media Statements:
  President Trump visits with troops at Walter Reed Medical Center and undergoes a checkup amid social media activity.
• U.S.-China Relations:
  • Trump cancels meeting with China’s president on his upcoming trip to South Korea.
  • He floats the idea of “a massive increase” in tariffs on Chinese products after China restricts exports of rare earth minerals.
    • “China is becoming very hostile, holding the world captive.” (President Trump, summary of post, 01:38)
  • The administration is considering “many countermeasures.”

4. U.S. Government Shutdown and Congressional Tensions (02:15–02:55)

• Senate Adjournment:
  • No further Senate votes until Tuesday, meaning the government shutdown continues.
• Partisan Accusations:
  • House Speaker Mike Johnson criticizes Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and Senate Democrats:
    • "Shame on you, Chuck." (Unnamed Commentator, 02:20)
    • “Every Senate Democrat who's going along with this, you lack the moral fortitude to do the right thing.” (Unnamed Political Commentator, 02:21)
  • House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries urges Republicans to act:
    • "Our plea to our Republican colleagues is get serious about reopening the government." (Ryan Schmelz quoting Jeffries, 02:32)
• Funding Dispute:
  • Johnson claims the House passed a short-term bill to keep the government open; accuses Senate Democrats of blocking it.
  • Senate did pass a major defense bill (NDAA), authorizing $925 billion in military spending.

5. National Defense Authorization & Policy Disputes (02:55–03:30)

• NDAA Advancements:
  • Near-unanimous Senate approval.
  • Provisions include pay increases for troops.
  • Democrats push amendments, such as restricting the president’s power to deploy National Guard across state lines without local approval.
• Bicameral Negotiations:
  The House and Senate now head to conference committee to reconcile differences.

6. New York City Mayoral Race Polling (03:30–04:00)

• Updated Poll Numbers:
  • Democrat Zorin Mamdani leads with 46%.
  • Independent candidate Andrew Cuomo at 33%.
  • Republican Curtis Sliwa holds at 15%.
  • Incumbent Mayor Eric Adams, having ended his independent run, sees supporter migration to Cuomo.
• Political Framing:
  Mamdani is labeled by Trump as a “communist,” but holds strong polling advantage.

7. Financial Markets Update (04:00)

• Market Sell-Off:
  • Significant drops at midday:
    • Dow down 573 points.
    • Nasdaq down over 2%.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Melania Trump’s hope for peace:
  “I hope peace will come soon. It can begin with our children.” (Unnamed Commentator, 00:28)

• On U.S. role in Gaza ceasefire:
  “They're going to be working with international partners. And we're told these U.S. servicemembers will not be boots on the ground in Israel fighting or in Gaza.” (Unnamed Military Correspondent, 00:51)

• Trump on China: “China is becoming very hostile, holding the world captive.” (President Trump, summarized by Lisa Brady, 01:38)

• Government shutdown blame game:

  • “Shame on you, Chuck.” (Unnamed Commentator, 02:20)
  • “Every Senate Democrat... you lack the moral fortitude to do the right thing.” (Unnamed Political Commentator, 02:21)
  • “Our plea to our Republican colleagues is get serious about reopening the government.” (Ryan Schmelz quoting Jeffries, 02:32)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• 00:02: Melania Trump’s humanitarian progress in Ukraine
• 00:34: Gaza ceasefire and U.S. CENTCOM monitoring
• 01:08: Trump’s visit to Walter Reed and U.S.-China escalation
• 02:15: Government shutdown update and congressional finger-pointing
• 02:55: NDAA passage and amendments
• 03:30: NYC mayoral race latest polling
• 04:00: Stock market declines

Tone & Style Notes

The broadcast maintains a straightforward, urgent tone—typical of breaking news formats. The rapid delivery, frequent attributions, and terse commentary reflect the network’s no-nonsense approach to hourly updates. Political quotes are featured often and without editorialization, letting the tension and rhetoric speak for themselves.