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Fox News Hourly Update – 1AM ET 11/29/2025 Newscast

Host: Debra Valentine, FOX News Podcasts
Date: November 29, 2025

Episode Overview

This edition of the Fox News Hourly Update delivers concise reports on breaking national and international stories. It covers a high-profile terrorism investigation involving an Afghan national in Washington, D.C.; updates on the Louvre jewel heist in France; political changes in Ukraine; new anti-narcotics measures against Venezuela; and a look at Black Friday’s busy retail season. The episode delivers the latest headlines with direct input from Fox News correspondents and expert commentary.

Key News Segments & Insights

1. D.C. Shooting and Terrorism Investigation

[00:03–01:26]

Incident: An Afghan national, 29, has been charged with murder following a shooting in Washington, D.C., which killed one National Guard troop and left another in critical condition.
Terrorism Angle: Authorities are investigating the attack as an act of terrorism.
Background of Suspect: (Reported by Christina Coleman, [00:23])
- The suspect, Lockenwell, previously served with Afghanistan’s elite CIA-backed counterterrorism unit.
- He entered the U.S. under Operation Allies Welcome in 2021 post-Kabul fall, settled in Washington State with his family, and was granted asylum in April.
- Questions are arising regarding the thoroughness of his vetting process.
Commentary:
- U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro ([01:07]):
  
  “What happened at that crime is unmistakable. It is a premeditated murder. There was an ambush with a gun toward people who didn't know it was coming. And that is the homicide and that is the murder that we're looking at right now.”
- Justice Department Response: Attorney General Pam Bondi confirms pursuit of the death penalty as the Trump administration promises stricter controls on legal immigration.

2. Louvre Museum Jewel Heist Arrests

[01:26–01:59]

French police have arrested a 39-year-old believed to be the fourth and final member of the crew that stole France’s crown jewels from the Louvre.
All suspects in the high-profile heist are now reportedly in custody.
The suspect has a significant criminal background.

3. Ukrainian Government Shake-Up

[03:38–04:09]

Resignation: Ukrainian President Zelensky announced that Andrei Yermak, his influential chief of staff and lead negotiator with the U.S., has resigned.
Corruption Probe: The announcement follows a search of Yermak’s residence by anti-corruption authorities.
Political Pressure: Zelensky had previously resisted calls for Yermak’s replacement, highlighting the gravity of the investigation.

4. U.S. Policy: Venezuela and Anti-Drug Operations

[04:09–04:45]

Military Action: The Trump administration is shifting efforts to intercept Venezuelan drug traffickers from the sea to overland.
Context: (Reported by Alexandria Hoff)
- Deployment of a dozen warships and thousands of troops in the Caribbean.
- 20+ recent airstrikes targeting drug boats; 82 individuals killed.
- With maritime routes disrupted, traffickers are shifting to land.
- U.S. has labeled President Maduro’s government a foreign terrorist organization.
Maduro’s Response: Called on his military to stay on high alert amid mounting pressure and deepening economic crisis in Venezuela.
Public Opinion: 70% of Americans oppose military action in Venezuela (CBS YouGov poll, [04:45]).

5. Black Friday Shopping Frenzy

[04:59–05:31]

Record Crowds: Analysts predict one of the busiest holiday shopping seasons.
On-the-Ground Scene:
- Shoppers braved 30-degree cold for deals; “chaos is all part of the tradition.”
- Nearly 187 million Americans expected to shop between Thanksgiving and Cyber Monday, up from last year (National Retail Federation data).
- In-person shopping is briefly reclaiming its popularity.
Notable Quote:
- Fox Business's Caroline Elliott ([05:31]):
  
  “This is the time of the year when shoppers actually prefer to show up in person, just like the good old days.”

Notable Quotes and Moments

Jeanine Pirro on the D.C. Shooting’s Premeditation

“It is a premeditated murder. There was an ambush with a gun toward people who didn't know it was coming.”
[01:07]
Caroline Elliott on Black Friday Excitement

“This is the time of the year when shoppers actually prefer to show up in person, just like the good old days.”
[05:31]

Timestamps for Key Segments

Afghan National Arrested & Terrorism Probe: 00:03–01:26
Louvre Jewel Heist Update: 01:26–01:59
Ukrainian Chief of Staff Resigns: 03:38–04:09
U.S. Shifts Drug Operation Strategy in Venezuela: 04:09–04:45
Public Opinion on Venezuelan Intervention: 04:45
Black Friday Shopping Report: 04:59–05:31

Tone & Takeaway

The episode maintains FOX News’ authoritative and succinct news delivery style, with a sense of immediacy and expert-backed commentary on ongoing events. It highlights the intersection of domestic security concerns, international political developments, U.S. foreign policy actions, and cultural snapshots like Black Friday consumer behavior.

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Charged with murder. I'm Debra Valentine, fox news. A 29 year old afghan national being charged with murder after the shooting in Washington, D.C. killing one national Guard troop and leaving another in critical condition on Wednesday. This attack is being investigated as an act of terrorism. Fox's Christina Coleman has more from Los Angeles.
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Walkenwell previously served in one of Afghanistan's elite counterterrorism units operated by the CIA with direct U.S. intelligence and military military support. DHS says Lockenwell is one of the many Afghan nationals who were mass paroled into the US Under Operation Allies welcome under the Biden administration in September of 2021. Following the fall of Kabul. Authorities say Lockenwell settled in Bellingham, Washington and lived there with his wife and five children. He was granted asylum back in April. Now questions are swirling as to whether he was properly vetted over the years.
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Authorities are looking into the suspect's background as they work to find a motive in this case. U.S. attorney in D.C. jeanine Pirro tells.
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Fox what happened at that crime is unmistakable. It is a premeditated murder. There was an ambush with a gun toward people who didn't know it was coming. And that is the homicide and that is the murder that we're looking at right now.
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U.S. attorney General Pam Bondi telling Fox the Justice Department will seek the death penalty as the Trump administration moves to restrict legal immigration from more countries. French police have arrested a man believed to be the fourth member of the team that stole France's crown jewels from the Louvre museum. The Paris prosecutor announced Friday that the entire gang is now thought to be in custody. The 39 year old suspect has a criminal record. America's listening to FOX News.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced the resignation of his powerful chief of staff, Andrei Yermak, who was also the country's lead negotiator in Talks with the U.S. the resignation on Friday came hours after Yermak's residence was searched by anti corruption investigators. Zelensky had resisted persistent pressure to replace him. President Trump announcing that the US Will begin stopping suspected Venezuelan drug traffickers by land. Fox's Alexandria Hoff in Washington has details.
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The Trump administration has already built up a dozen warships in the Caribbean, thousands of troops. Since early September, there have been over 20 airstrikes on alleged drug boats. 82 individuals have been killed in those and the president saying yesterday that because of those strikes, some former maritime drug traffickers have diverted to land routes, which is exactly where this confrontation is now set to head. On Monday, the US Designated the Venezuelan government led by President Nicolas Maduro, a foreign terrorist organization. Under Maduro's leadership, Venezuela has fallen into economic despair. In a speech, Maduro urged his military to remain on high alert.
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A recent CBS YouGov poll found 70% of Americans oppose military action in Venezuela. It's Black Friday. Analysts expect this holiday shopping season to be one of the busiest shopping seasons ever.
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People were outside in 30 degree weather for hours just to get those discounts. Some shoppers said that the chaos is all part of the tradition. Thanksgiving weekend is expected to break shopping records this year, starting off with Black Friday. The National Retail federation says nearly 187 million people plan to shop between Thanksgiving and Cyber Monday, which is up from last year. And the retail group says this is the time of the year when shoppers actually prefer to show up in person, just like the good old days.
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Fox Business's Caroline Elliott. I'm Deborah Valentine. This is Fox.
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It's Will Tain Country. Watch it live at noon Eastern Monday through Thursday@foxnews.com or on the Fox News YouTube channel. And don't miss the show. Listen and follow the podcast five days a week at foxnewspodcasts. Com or wherever you download your favorite podcasts.