Fox News Hourly Update – 2AM ET 10/09/2025 Newscast

Host: Sue Guzman
Date: October 9, 2025

Overview

This episode delivers a concise rundown of major national and international news, with primary focus on a historic Israel-Hamas peace deal brokered by President Trump, a high-profile federal indictment of former FBI Director James Comey, and the ongoing U.S. government shutdown. The update offers key quotes from leading political figures and context from FOX correspondents.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Israel-Hamas Peace Deal Progress

• President Trump’s Announcement:
  President Trump declared the signing of the first phase of a peace plan between Israel and Hamas. He emphasized its significance, “a great day for the Arab and Muslim worlds as well as Israel and all surrounding nations.” (Joel Nadeau, 00:13)
• Hostages and Troop Withdrawal:
  The deal includes a commitment to release all hostages and for Israel to withdraw to an agreed line as a starting point for a “strong, durable and everlasting peace” (President Trump, 00:46).
• International Mediation:
  Qatar and Turkey, with Egypt as the host, participated in negotiations, with gratitude expressed by President Trump for their mediation efforts. President Trump indicated a possible visit to the Middle East that coming weekend.
• Aid to Gaza:
  The first phase enables the entry of humanitarian aid into Gaza.

2. U.S. National Guard Deployment in Chicago

• Federal Protection Measures:
  National Guard troops began deployments in Chicago to protect federal property and assist law enforcement amid ongoing U.S. immigration enforcement activities.
  (Sue Guzman, 01:31)

3. James Comey Federal Indictment

• Arraignment and Charges:
  Former FBI Director James Comey pleaded not guilty to charges of making false statements to Congress and obstruction, connected to a 2020 Senate hearing regarding leaks to the news media.
  (Jared Halpern, 03:18)
• Trial Set:
  Trial scheduled for January 5th. Defense plans to challenge the appointment of Acting U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan and allege vindictive prosecution.

4. Government Shutdown – Ninth Day

• Congressional Stalemate:
  Senate Democrats blocked a House bill that would keep funding at current levels, prolonging the government shutdown.
• Political Recriminations:
  • House Majority Whip Tom Emmer: Urged Democrats to support a “clean CR” to avoid lay-offs and tough decisions:

    “If you don’t want the Trump administration to have to make some very difficult decisions because you shut the government down, then get four more of your members, five more of your members to vote yes on the clean CR and reopen the government.” (Tom Emmer, 04:06)

  • House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries: Criticized President Trump for allegedly holding up negotiations:

    “At the end of the day, nothing’s going to happen on the Republican side unless Donald Trump tells them to do it.” (Hakeem Jeffries, 04:24)

  • Democratic Demands:
    Democrats insisted on extended Obamacare subsidies in any spending package.
  • Upcoming Senate Vote:
    Senate preparing for a procedural vote on the spending plans.
  • Military Force Against Cartels:
    Senate Republicans blocked legislation to limit Trump’s authority to use deadly force against drug cartels (vote 48–51).

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• President Trump (00:46):

  “Israel and Hamas have both signed off on the first phase of our peace plan. This means that all of the hostages will be released very soon and Israel will withdraw their troops to an agreed upon line as the first steps toward a strong, durable and everlasting peace.”

• Joel Nadeau (00:13):

  “A great day for the Arab and Muslim worlds as well as Israel and all surrounding nations.”

• Tom Emmer (04:06):

  “If you don’t want the Trump administration to have to make some very difficult decisions because you shut the government down, then get four more of your members, five more of your members to vote yes on the clean CR and reopen the government.”

• Hakeem Jeffries (04:24):

  “At the end of the day, nothing’s going to happen on the Republican side unless Donald Trump tells them to do it.”

Timestamps for Key Segments

• [00:02] – Sue Guzman introduces: Middle East peace deal
• [00:13] – Joel Nadeau: President Trump’s statement and regional impact
• [00:46] – Direct quote from President Trump; details of peace plan
• [01:31] – Update on Israeli military preparations and National Guard deployment in Chicago
• [03:12] – James Comey pleads not guilty to federal charges
• [03:56] – U.S. government shutdown day 9, statements from Emmer and Jeffries
• [04:38] – Senate vote on Trump’s authority to use military force against cartels

Tone

• The reporting is brisk, fact-focused, and maintains urgency appropriate to breaking news. Political quotes are delivered with their distinct partisan tone.

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