Fox News Hourly Update — 1PM ET, November 12, 2025

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This concise newscast offers a rapid rundown of headline events as of early afternoon, November 12, 2025. Major stories include congressional activity on government funding, ongoing impacts of a federal shutdown, a Supreme Court case on compassionate release, legal news regarding former NFL player Antonio Brown, political polling on President Trump, the discontinuation of the U.S. penny, and a world-record musical event in Australia. The tone is urgent and factual, in line with FOX News’ broadcast style.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Congressional Gridlock and Government Shutdown (00:03–00:32)

• Lisa Brady opens with news from Capitol Hill, where the House will vote on a stopgap funding bill aimed at ending the government shutdown.
• Mark Meredith details the partisan dynamics: Republicans have only a two-vote margin and can still pass the Senate-approved package if only two break ranks, even without Democratic support.
• Democrats remain angry at Senate colleagues for agreeing to end the shutdown, as they wanted more spending on Obamacare subsidies during open enrollment for 2026.
  • Quote: "Democrats are furious over the decision by some of their Senate colleagues to end this shutdown." (Mark Meredith, 00:18)

2. Shutdown Impacts on Daily Life and Economy (00:32–00:59)

• Lisa Brady discusses ongoing consequences:
  • FAA-ordered flight reductions for safety and staffing issues—impacting holiday travel demand.
  • Slowed sales of airline tickets ahead of Thanksgiving.
  • Ripple effects on SNAP benefits — food stamps support both large chains and small stores.

3. Supreme Court Compassionate Release Case (00:59–01:40)

• Benjamin Grunstein reports on the Supreme Court’s review of whether “compassionate release” should apply beyond terminal illness, specifically in a convicted murderer's case.
  • Justice Elena Kagan questions if this provision is being used as an avenue for relitigating convictions.
    • Quote: "I guess I don't see any evidence that Congress meant for this to be..." (Justice Elena Kagan, as paraphrased 01:22)
  • Mark Meredith insists on congressional intent:
    • Quote: "Perhaps the best evidence of it is the words that Congress used. They said extraordinary and compelling." (Mark Meredith, 01:26)

4. Antonio Brown on House Arrest (01:40–02:00)

• Lisa Brady hands off to Jessica Rosenthal: Antonio Brown pleads not guilty to attempted murder, accused of shooting at a man after a celebrity boxing match. His lawyer claims shots weren’t aimed at anyone.

5. Presidential Approval Poll (02:28–02:53)

• Chris Foster breaks down AP polling:
  • Trump's approval for government management drops from 43% (March) to 33%.
  • Support among Republicans: 68% (down from 81%).
  • Democrats: 5%. Independents: 25% (down from 38%).
  • Overall approval static at 36%.
    • Quote: "One in three Americans approve of the way the president is managing the government..." (Chris Foster, 02:32)

6. The U.S. Penny is Retired (02:53–03:23)

• U.S. Mint halts penny production due to high costs (nearly 4 cents per coin).
• President Trump called continued minting “wasteful.”
• Retailers and banks are adjusting, rounding cash transactions.
  • Quote: "This after an order from President Trump, who called it wasteful to continue turning out the zinc and copper coins." (Fox News Reporter, 03:01)
• Pennies remain valid; about 300 billion in circulation.

7. Bagpipers Set World Record with AC/DC (03:23–04:18)

• Matt Murphy covers a Melbourne event: 374 bagpipers performed AC/DC’s “It’s a Long Way to the Top,” breaking the record for most pipers playing together.
• Notable participant quote:
  • Quote: "I've been playing bagpipe since I was nine...this would be a bit of fun towards the end of my career. Go out with a bang." (Unnamed Bagpiper, 03:56)

8. Dow Jones Rally (04:18–04:26)

• Stock market news: The Dow is up 401 points, passing 48,000.

Notable Quotes & Moments

• Mark Meredith (on shutdown politics):
  • "Democrats are furious over the decision by some of their Senate colleagues to end this shutdown." (00:18)
• Justice Elena Kagan (on compassionate release):
  • "I guess I don't see any evidence that Congress meant for this to be..." (01:22)
• Mark Meredith (on legislative intent):
  • "They said extraordinary and compelling." (01:26)
• Chris Foster (on Trump polling):
  • "One in three Americans approve of the way the president is managing the government..." (02:32)
• Fox Reporter (on penny discontinuation):
  • "This after an order from President Trump, who called it wasteful to continue..." (03:01)
• Unnamed bagpiper (on world record):
  • "I'm just sort of thinking this would be a bit of fun towards the end of my career. Go out with a bang." (03:56)

Key Timestamps

• 00:03 — Congressional shutdown update
• 00:32 — Shutdown’s effect on travel/economy
• 00:59 — Supreme Court case on compassionate release
• 01:40 — Antonio Brown pleads not guilty
• 02:32 — Poll shows declining Trump support
• 02:53 — End of U.S. penny
• 03:35 — Record-setting bagpipe event
• 04:18 — Dow Jones market update

Overall Flow & Tone

The broadcast maintains a brisk, straight-to-the-point approach, focused on national politics, legal affairs, and culture—delivered in classic news radio style. The pace accelerates through policy, economic impact, polling, and lighter world news, giving listeners a comprehensive midday briefing.

For those who missed the episode, this summary captures all the essential news and the urgent, punchy tone characteristic of FOX News’ hourly updates.