Fox News Hourly Update: 2AM ET 09/18/2025 – Episode Summary

Date: September 18, 2025
Host: Sue Guzman (FOX News Podcasts)
Episode Theme:
A concise roundup of top headlines including media industry fallout after controversial commentary, updates on tragic violence against activists and police, key developments in U.S. economic policy, international relations, legal actions in immigration, and business news.

Main Stories & Key Discussion Points

1. Jimmy Kimmel’s ABC Suspension After Kirk Assassination Comments

• [00:02] Sue Guzman breaks the news that Jimmy Kimmel's late-night TV show is suspended indefinitely by ABC following remarks related to the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

• This action follows some ABC affiliates preempting "Jimmy Kimmel Live" and pressure from FCC Chairman Brendan Carr, who threatened ABC and Disney in response to the network’s treatment of Donald Trump.

  Quote [00:02] - Sue Guzman:
  "ABC has suspended Jimmy Kimmel's late night TV show indefinitely following comments he made about the assassination of Charlie Kirk."

2. FBI Investigation into Charlie Kirk’s Alleged Killer

• [00:42] Ongoing inquiry into Kirk’s assassination, with Matt Finn reporting FBI’s focus on Discord, where the alleged shooter communicated with at least 20 people prior to arrest.

• Details emerge of the suspect’s contemplation of suicide, deterred by family, as police closed in.

  Quote [00:50] - Matt Finn:
  "FBI sources tell Fox it's talking to people on the Discord gaming platform where the FBI says the alleged assassin may have been communicating with more than 20 people prior to his arrest."

  Quote [01:09] - Matt Finn:
  "The sheriff says his friend, a retired law enforcement officer, called him last Thursday night after learning who the alleged killer is. Then, as police were closing in on the alleged assassin, he wanted to kill himself, but his parents talked him out of it."

3. Pennsylvania Officers Shot and Killed

• [01:23] Coverage shifts to a developing story in Pennsylvania: three police officers shot and killed, two more injured during a domestic investigation in North Cordes Township.

• Governor Josh Shapiro condemns the violence; alleged shooter killed by police, identity withheld.

  Quote [01:31] - Ashley Strohmeier:
  "They were reportedly following up on a domestic related investigation in the area of North Cordes Township when shots rang out."

4. President Trump’s UK Visit

• [03:18] Alexandria Hoff reports on President Trump’s second “historic” UK visit, highlighted by a lavish state dinner attended by King Charles III and Princess Catherine.

• Day included ceremonial events and a wreath-laying for Queen Elizabeth II. Not all were celebratory—protesters were present in London.

  Quote [03:27] - Alexandria Hoff:
  "King Charles commended President Trump's personal commitment to end conflicts around the world and highlighted the special bond between the two nations."

  Quote [03:41] - Alexandria Hoff:
  "Protesters, none too happy with the visit, did take to the streets."

5. First Federal Reserve Interest Rate Cut of 2025

• [04:01] Fed Chair Jerome Powell announces a 0.25% interest rate cut—the year’s first—with hints of further cuts to come.

• Move is positioned as a response to shifting economic risks.

  Quote [04:08] - Jerome Powell:
  "In support of our goals and in light of the shift in the balance of risks today, the Federal Open Market Committee decided to lower our policy interest rate by a quarter percentage point."

6. Deportation of Activist Mahmoud Khalil

• [04:18] A federal judge orders Mahmoud Khalil, pro-Palestinian activist, deported for failing to disclose information on his green card application. His legal team signals intent to appeal, fearing a “swift and unfavorable” process under ongoing Trump administration crackdowns.

  Quote [04:31] - Sue Guzman:
  "Khalil's March 8 arrest and subsequent detention in Louisiana is part of the Trump administration's crackdown on foreign born pro-Palestinian academics."

7. Jerry Greenfield Leaving Ben & Jerry's

• [04:48] After 47 years, co-founder Jerry Greenfield is stepping down, lamenting lost freedom to speak out on social issues. Unilever, current owner, distances from his views.

  Quote [04:52] - Sue Guzman:
  "He says the freedom the company used to have, the like speaking up on social issues has been stifled."

Notable Quotes & Moments

| Timestamp | Speaker | Quote/Description | |-----------|----------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | 00:02 | Sue Guzman | “ABC has suspended Jimmy Kimmel's late night TV show indefinitely...” | | 00:27 | Matt Finn | “These legacy media outlets threw everything at him, almost every single hoax...” | | 00:50 | Matt Finn | “FBI sources tell Fox it's talking to people on the Discord gaming platform...” | | 01:31 | Ashley Strohmeier | “They were reportedly following up on a domestic related investigation...” | | 03:27 | Alexandria Hoff| “King Charles commended President Trump's personal commitment...” | | 04:08 | Jerome Powell | “...decided to lower our policy interest rate by a quarter percentage point.” | | 04:31 | Sue Guzman | "Khalil's March 8 arrest... is part of the Trump administration's crackdown..." | | 04:52 | Sue Guzman | "...freedom the company used to have, the like speaking up on social issues..." |

Important Timestamps Overview

• 00:02 — Kimmel’s TV show suspension, media industry tension
• 00:42–01:23 — Investigation updates on Charlie Kirk case and Discord communications
• 01:23–01:54 — Police officers killed in Pennsylvania, Governor’s response
• 03:18–03:41 — President Trump’s UK state dinner, ceremonial and protest details
• 04:01–04:18 — Federal Reserve's interest rate cut and economic outlook
• 04:18–04:43 — Federal judge orders deportation of Mahmoud Khalil
• 04:48–05:10 — Departure of Jerry Greenfield from Ben & Jerry's and brand identity shift

Episode Tone & Style

The update delivers rapid-fire national and international news with gravity and urgency, presenting straightforward facts interspersed with quotes from officials and journalists. The reporting maintains a serious, objective tone, focusing on conservative perspectives and highlighting issues such as media treatment, public safety, economic policy, and cultural change.

For listeners: This episode packs several major news stories into a brief newscast—ideal for staying current on late-breaking events across politics, public safety, economics, and business.