Fox News Hourly Update: 1AM ET 11/16/2025 – Detailed Summary

Episode Overview

This fast-paced, hour-opening newscast brings listeners up-to-date on the latest national and international news. Major stories include ICE operations in Charlotte, political violence in New Jersey, updates on the ongoing government funding process, controversy between President Trump and the BBC, a tragic story out of New Jersey, and developments in U.S. air travel after the government shutdown. The reporting style is urgent and concise, providing key facts and direct quotes from officials and newsmakers.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. ICE Agents Begin Operations in Charlotte, North Carolina

• Main Takeaway: Federal immigration authorities began arrest operations in Charlotte, despite vocal opposition from local Democratic leaders.
• Democratic Leaders’ Concerns: They argue federal presence is unnecessary and stirs local fear.
  • Quote: “We know how to take care of our city. We know how to protect our city. And we simply do not need them here.” — State Rep. Aisha Do (00:13)
• Context: Similar ICE activities have taken place in Chicago, Memphis, and Los Angeles.
• Federal Response: Operations framed as essential for public safety.

Timestamps:

• [00:02] — Chris DiMaio introduces the ICE operation and local pushback.
• [00:13] — Aisha Do voices opposition.
• [00:20] — Chanley Painter elaborates on the operation and broader context.

2. Attack on New Jersey Acting U.S. Attorney’s Office

• Incident Summary: Keith Michael is charged after allegedly ransacking Acting U.S. Attorney Alina Habba's office in Newark.
• Details: Michael entered the federal building armed with a baseball bat (removed before entry), then destroyed property.
• Reaction:
  • Alina Habba labeled it an intimidating act tied to recent political violence.
  • Quote: "She would not be intimidated by radical lunatics on social media following the incident.” — Chris DiMaio, paraphrasing Habba (01:16)

Timestamps:

• [00:41] — Chris DiMaio breaks the news.
• [00:50] — Connor Hanson provides extra details and Habba’s response.
• [01:16] — DiMaio reports Habba’s stance on intimidation.

3. Kansas Domestic Violence Call Leads to Shootout

• What Happened: Two gunmen opened fire on law enforcement, injuring four officers after a domestic violence call near Topeka.
• Outcome: One shooter dead, another in stable condition; officers’ status remains uncertain.
• Public Safety Note: No quotes, but underscores recent rise in violence faced by police.

Timestamps:

• [01:16] — Incident covered immediately after New Jersey segment.

4. Epstein Files: Trump Orders Justice Department Review

• Main Story: President Trump directs the DOJ to investigate Jeffrey Epstein’s connections to Democrats, including ex-president Clinton.
• Context: House plans a resolution for Epstein file release.

Timestamps:

• [01:16] — Mentioned after Kansas incident, leading into the next segment.

5. Migrant Boat Tragedy in Northern Africa

• Incident: Two boats carrying 95 migrants capsized; at least four confirmed dead.
• **No direct quotes or extended details.

Timestamps:

• [02:52] — Chris DiMaio delivers the update.

6. President Trump vs. BBC: Defamation Threat

• Controversy: Trump plans to sue the BBC over edited coverage of his January 6, 2021 speech in a Panorama documentary.
• Basis: BBC edited nonconsecutive segments together, allegedly implying Trump incited violence; omitted his call for peaceful protest.
• Response:
  • BBC apologized, but disagrees that there is a case for defamation.
  • Quote: “It implied wrongly that he made a direct call for violence, but it also cut out a sect. The president urged supporters to protest peacefully. Now, the BBC has apologized to the president but said they strongly disagree there is a basis for a defamation claim.” — Stephanie Bennett (03:14)

Timestamps:

• [03:04] — Stephanie Bennett breaks down the legal dispute from London.

7. U.S. Government Funding: Shutdown Avoidance Efforts

• Status: 3 of 12 appropriations bills passed; 9 more to go, with new deadlines looming.
• Upcoming Votes: Funding for military, education, labor, HUD, and other departments the focus next.
• Quote: “Congress has so far passed three of its 12 appropriations bills ... the next funding deadline is at the end of January.” — Ryan Schmells (03:47)

Timestamps:

• [03:47] — Ryan Schmells explains legislative progress.

8. New Jersey Tragedy: Child’s Fatal Fall

• Incident: A two-year-old fell from a 20th-story apartment window in Newark; police continue investigation.
• Outcome: The child was pronounced dead at the scene.

Timestamps:

• [04:22] — Chris DiMaio reports on the story.

9. FAA and Airport Updates Post-Government Shutdown

• News: FAA relaxing flight restrictions at 40 airports (from 6% to 3%) as air traffic controllers return to work.

Timestamps:

• [04:22] — Briefly mentioned immediately after New Jersey tragedy.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Aisha Do (State Representative):
  “We know how to take care of our city. We know how to protect our city. And we simply do not need them here.” (00:13)
• Chris DiMaio (on Alina Habba):
  “Habba claimed that she would not be intimidated by radical lunatics on social media following the incident.” (01:16)
• Stephanie Bennett (on BBC dispute):
  “It implied wrongly that he made a direct call for violence, but it also cut out a sect. The president urged supporters to protest peacefully. Now the BBC has apologized to the president but said they strongly disagree there is a basis for a defamation claim.” (03:14)
• Ryan Schmells (on government funding):
  “Congress has so far passed three of its 12 appropriations bills ... the next funding deadline is at the end of January.” (03:47)

Timeline of Important Segments

| Timestamp | Topic | |-----------|------------------------------------------------------| | 00:02 | ICE raids begin in Charlotte, NC | | 00:13 | Rep. Aisha Do’s opposition to ICE presence | | 00:20 | Broader look at federal operations, public reactions | | 00:41 | Attack on acting U.S. attorney’s office in NJ | | 00:50 | Details about the attacker, Alina Habba’s response | | 01:16 | Kansas shootout injures officers; Trump orders DOJ probe into Epstein files | | 02:52 | Migrant boat tragedy off Northern Africa | | 03:04 | Trump to sue BBC over edited documentary | | 03:47 | Congressional appropriations work continues | | 04:22 | New Jersey: Child’s fatal fall; FAA updates |

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