2AM ET 09/24/2025 Newscast

Summary

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Fox News Hourly Update: 2AM ET 09/24/2025 Newscast

Overview

This episode delivers a fast-paced update on major political events and late-breaking stories from around the US. The top headlines include President Trump’s speech at the United Nations General Assembly, a guilty verdict in the Trump assassination attempt case, ABC affiliate drama involving Jimmy Kimmel, congressional friction around a potential government shutdown, and the outcome of a key special election in Arizona.

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Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. President Trump Addresses the United Nations ([00:02]–[00:59])

• Main Theme: For the first time in six years, President Trump returns to the UNGA stage and sharply criticizes the United Nations for failing to address global issues, particularly illegal immigration.
• Trump blames the UN for creating “new problems”:
  • “Not only is it not solving the problems it should, it’s actually creating new problems for us to solve.” – Sue Guzman paraphrasing Trump ([00:08])
• He specifically calls out failure to end wars, address death and global issues, and prevent illegal immigration (Eric Shawn, [00:23]).
• Direct quote from President Trump:
  • “It’s time to end the failed experiment of open borders. You have to end it now... Your countries are going to hell. In America, we’ve taken bold action to swiftly shut down uncontrolled migration.” ([00:31])
• Trump also urges Hamas to release remaining hostages and criticizes US allies for supporting the creation of a Palestinian state.

2. Ryan Ruth Found Guilty in Trump Assassination Attempt ([00:59]–[01:54])

• Courtroom Drama: Ryan Ruth, convicted of attempting to assassinate Trump at his Florida golf course in 2024.
  • During the verdict, Ruth attempts self-harm with a pen and has to be restrained. His daughter, Sarah, expresses outrage: “This is not fair. This is all rigged.” She also lashes out at reporters ([01:12]–[01:32]).
  • Direct quote: “We can all go to hell. It’s all yalls fault. Lies, spreading lies about my father.” – Sarah Ruth ([01:32])
• Afterward, Trump posts on Truth Social, thanking the court:
  • Direct quote: “The trial was meticulously handled and I would like to thank the judge and jury for their time, professionalism and patience. This was an evil man with an evil intention and they caught him.” – Donald Trump ([01:40])
• Ruth faces life imprisonment; story closes with, “America’s listening to Fox News.” ([01:54])

3. Jimmy Kimmel Show Blackout Due to ABC Affiliate Dispute ([03:10]–[03:57])

• Jimmy Kimmel Live returns, but viewers in more than 60 markets (including major cities) miss the show due to a standoff between ABC affiliates Nexstar and Sinclair ([03:10]).
• Nexstar stands by its decision to blackout, pending assurances of “respectful, constructive dialogue” ([03:20]).
• Sinclair demands an apology from Kimmel to Charlie Kirk’s family and a donation to Turning Point USA.
• Trump reacts on social media:
  • Quote: “I can’t believe ABC Fake news gave Jimmy Kimmel his job back. A bunch of true losers let Jimmy Kimmel rot in his bad ratings.” – Donald Trump ([03:49])

4. Looming Government Shutdown and Partisan Tensions ([03:57]–[04:52])

• Trump cancels a meeting with lawmakers before a possible government shutdown, prompting criticism from Democratic leaders ([03:57]).
• Democrats seek Obamacare subsidies and funding for public broadcasting; plan to remain in Washington even if House Republicans aren’t present ([04:07]).
• Trump calls Democratic demands “ridiculous,” and accuses them of wanting taxpayer funding for “transgender surgery for minors.”
• Republicans allege hypocrisy: Democrats now consider a shutdown, after opposing them for years.
• The Senate blocks a House funding bill; 60 votes (including some Democrats) are required to bypass a filibuster.

5. Special Election: Adelita Grijalva Wins in Arizona ([04:52]–[05:07])

• Adelita Grijalva elected to succeed her father, Congressman Raul Grijalva, defeating Republican Daniel Batieras for the Southern Arizona congressional district ([04:52]).

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Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Trump at UNGA: “It’s time to end the failed experiment of open borders. You have to end it now... Your countries are going to hell.” ([00:31])
• Sarah Ruth in Court: “We can all go to hell. It’s all yalls fault. Lies, spreading lies about my father.” ([01:32])
• Trump post-verdict statement: “This was an evil man with an evil intention and they caught him.” ([01:40])
• Trump on Kimmel return: “A bunch of true losers let Jimmy Kimmel rot in his bad ratings.” ([03:49])
• On looming shutdown: “Democrats want subsidies for Obamacare and a restoration of dollars for public broadcasting. ...President Trump declared that Democratic demands were, quote, ridiculous.” ([04:07])

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Timestamps for Important Segments

• [00:02] President Trump’s UNGA speech: critique of UN, illegal immigration, global conflicts.
• [00:59] Ryan Ruth verdict and courtroom aftermath.
• [03:10] ABC affiliate blackout over Jimmy Kimmel show.
• [03:57] Government shutdown standoff and political arguments.
• [04:52] Arizona special election results: Adelita Grijalva wins.

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Conclusion

This Fox News update spotlights the intensification of partisan politics in Washington and the ongoing impact of media controversies, as well as major legal and electoral developments. It uses crisp, direct language, and features charged statements and reactions from key figures. The episode is a rapid-fire, no-frills catchup for early-morning listeners wanting to stay informed on urgent national news.

Transcript

[Sue Guzman]

He says it's not even coming close to living up to its potential. FOX News. I'm Sue Guzman. President Trump returning to the United Nations General assembly stage for the first time in six years. Tuesday, the president taking aim at the United nations saying not only is it not solving the problems it should, it's actually creating new problems for us to solve.

[Eric Shawn]

He called them out to their faces for failing to end wars, death with global issues and especially to stop illegal immigration.

[Donald Trump]

It's time to end the failed experiment of open borders. You have to end it now. Sid. I can tell you I'm really good at this stuff. Your countries are going to hell. In America, we've taken bold action to swiftly shut down uncontrolled migration.

[Eric Shawn]

He called on Hamas to release the remaining hostages. There are about roughly 48, perhaps only 20, who are still alive. And he criticized the allies of America and the General assembly who have been pushing to establish a Palestinian state.

[Sue Guzman]

Fox's Eric Shawn. A guilty verdict for Ryan Routh, convicted of attempting to assassinate then presidential candidate Donald Trump on his Florida golf course last year. More from fox's Jonathan Ceri from Fort Pierce, Florida.

[Jonathan Ceri]

A lot of drama inside the courtroom as the guilty verdict was read. U.S. marshals had to restrain Ryan Ruth as he attempted to stab himself in the neck using a pen. His daughter Sarah stood up in the courtroom and shouted, this is not fair. This is all rigged. And cursed at camera crews as she left the courthouse.

[Sarah Ruth]

We can all go to hell. It's all yalls fault. Lies, spreading lies about my father.

[Jonathan Ceri]

Following the verdict President Trump posted on social media. The trial was meticulously handled and I would like to thank the judge and jury for their time, professionalism and patience. This was an evil man with an evil intention and they caught him.

[Sue Guzman]

Truth faces life in prison. America's listening to Fox News.

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[Sue Guzman]

Late night comedy show Jimmy Kimmel Live was back on the air Tuesday night, although viewers of nexstar's and Sinclair's ABC affiliated stations were still unable to tune in.

[Unidentified News Reporter]

More than 60 markets nationwide from Washington, D.C. to Seattle to St. Louis west will not see Jimmy Kimmel on ABC affiliated stations. Nextstar writing in part quote, we stand by that decision pending insurance that all parties are committed to fostering an environment of respectful, constructive dialogue in the markets we serve. Now Sinclair is demanding Kimmel issue a direct apology to Charlie Kirk's family and make a meaningful personal donation to the family. In Turning Point usa, President Trump posted on Truth Social quote, I can't believe ABC Fake news gave Jimmy Kimmel his job back. A bunch of true losers let Jimmy Kimmel rot in his bad ratings.

[Sue Guzman]

Fox's Bill Malusion Democratic leaders criticizing President Trump after he canceled an Oval Office meeting with lawmakers ahead of a potential federal government shutdown.

[Chad Pergram]

Fox's Chad Pergram Democrats want subsidies for Obamacare and a restoration of dollars for public broadcasting. Democrats plan to be in Washington next week even if House Republicans are absent. President Trump declared that Democratic demands were, quote, ridiculous. He accused Democrats of wanting to, quote, forced taxpayers to fund transgender surgery for minors. Republicans find it ironic that Democrats argued against shutdowns for years. But now some Democrats believe that shutting down is a better option. The Senate blocked the House funding bill last week. It's about the math. The bill needs 60 yeas to clear a filibuster. That entails help from Democrats. And that's why Republicans are blaming them for a possible Democrat.

[Sue Guzman]

Adelita Grijalva has won the special election to succeed her father, the late US Representative Raul Grijalva. She defeated Republican candidate Daniel Batieras for Southern Arizona's congressional district seat. I'm Sue Guzman. This is Fox News.

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