Fox News Hourly Update: 2AM ET 09/17/2025 – Episode Summary

Podcast: Fox News Hourly Update
Host: Sue Guzman, FOX News
Date: September 17, 2025
Episode: 2AM ET Newscast

Overview

This episode delivers a concise roundup of key national and international news stories as of early September 17, 2025. The main themes are legal developments in high-profile criminal cases, cybersecurity concerns tied to social media platforms, political updates, and significant events in the U.S. and abroad.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Charges in the Killing of Charlie Kirk (00:02–01:33)

• Main Story: The man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk faced new charges in court.

  • Details:

    • The 22-year-old suspect, Robinson, appeared remotely from jail in a suicide watch smock and was described as "emotionless."
    • Seven charges were filed, including aggravated murder, citing political motivation and the crime's occurrence in front of children.
    • Prosecutors revealed Robinson confessed to both his family and his lover.
    • Robinson's parents identified him from TV coverage and confronted him.

  • Discord Connection:

    • Robinson also confessed in a message on Discord to friends, stating: “Hey guys, I have bad news for all of you. It was me at UVU yesterday. I'm sorry for all of this.” (Reported by Ashley Strawmeier, 00:56)
    • Discord provided a statement emphasizing there was no evidence the crime was planned or promoted on their platform and confirmed ongoing cooperation with investigations.

  • Quote:

    • “We have not found or received any evidence that the suspect planned this incident on Discord or promoted violence on Discord.”
      — Discord statement (Read by Ashley Strawmeier, 01:13)

2. Senate Judiciary Hearing on Threats and the Kirk Murder (01:33–01:59)

• FBI Director Testifies:
  • FBI Director Kash Patel testified for hours before the Senate Judiciary Committee.
    • Addressed the Kirk killing and related threats, including 35 open investigations into threats against federal judges.
  • Political Update:
    • Democrat XP Lees won a special election for the Minnesota House, following the assassination of a top Democratic leader.

3. President Trump’s State Visit to the UK (03:10–03:51)

• Main Event:
  • President Trump and the First Lady arrived at Windsor Castle for a state visit with King Charles III.
  • They planned to lay a wreath at Queen Elizabeth II’s tomb and attend a state banquet.
  • This marks Trump's second state visit to the UK, the first being during his previous term with Queen Elizabeth.
  • Upcoming: A day with Prime Minister Keir Starmer to focus on trade deals and expanding White House-private sector partnerships.
  • Quote:
    • “The first couple will also lay a wreath at the tomb of Queen Elizabeth II at St. George's Chapel before a musical performance in a state banquet.”
      — Jarrett Halpern (03:23)

4. Development in the Manhattan Exec Murder Case (03:51–04:27)

• Court Ruling:
  • Judge Gregory Caro dismissed two state terrorism charges against Luigi Mangione, accused in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
  • Mangione's lawyers asked for dismissal of murder charges, arguing double jeopardy due to a federal case, but the judge rejected this as "premature."
  • Mangione pleads not guilty.

5. FBI Investigates Alleged Plot Against Former Congressman Santos (04:27–05:05)

• Incident:
  • Former Congressman George Santos, currently in prison, has been placed in protective custody.
  • Santos detailed alleged threats in a press column.
  • Recap: Santos had been expelled from Congress after various illegal campaign schemes.
  • Quote:
    • “Santos wrote about the alleged threat on his life in his latest column in the South Shore Press, which was published Tuesday.”
      — Krista Mayo (04:36)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Discord Confession:
  • “Hey guys, I have bad news for all of you. It was me at UVU yesterday. I'm sorry for all of this.”
    — Robinson’s Discord message (Reported at 01:01)
• On Discord’s Official Statement:
  • “We have not found or received any evidence that the suspect planned this incident on Discord or promoted violence on Discord.”
    — Discord statement (Read at 01:13)
• On Presidential Visit:
  • “The president and first lady arrive at Windsor Castle this morning to kick off a state visit with King Charles III.”
    — Jarrett Halpern (03:17)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• 00:02–01:33 – Charges Filed in Charlie Kirk’s Killing; Discord’s Involvement
• 01:33–01:59 – FBI Director’s Senate Hearing & Minnesota House Election Update
• 03:10–03:51 – President Trump’s State Visit to UK
• 03:51–04:27 – Dismissal of Terror Charges in Manhattan Exec Killing
• 04:27–05:05 – FBI Probe into Plot Against Former Congressman Santos

Tone & Language

The episode maintains a direct, urgent, and factual newscast tone, with succinct updates and official statements reported verbatim. Expert commentary is minimal; the focus is on timely dissemination of verified facts and quotations.

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