Fox News Hourly Update: 2PM ET 08/04/2025
Release Date: August 4, 2025
The latest episode of the Fox News Hourly Update provides a comprehensive overview of significant national and international events. Hosted by Chris Foster, Jessica Rosenthal, Trey Gowdy, Jared Halpern, Ryan Schmelz, and Kristin Goodwin, the newscast delves into political maneuvers in Texas, international tensions involving the United States, domestic incidents, political campaigns, and notable anniversaries. Below is a detailed summary of the key topics discussed.
1. Texas House Redistricting Controversy
Chris Foster opens the episode with a critical update on the Texas House proceedings:
“Block the vote. I'm Chris Foster. Fox News. The Texas House meets in two hours, but there will not be any votes on anything, including new congressional districts with dozens of Democrats out of state.”
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Jessica Rosenthal expands on the situation, highlighting the exodus of Texas state House Democrats:
“Texas state House Democrats fled to Chicago, New York and Boston over the effort by Republicans to redraw the congressional map.”
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The redistricting, a common practice following new census data, has sparked accusations from Democrats labeling the new map as racist. However, Governor Greg Abbott counters these claims:
“It's based on politics. For example, two of the seats that would be impacted have Democratic representatives but were won by President Trump last year.”
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Trey Gowdy adds a legal perspective:
“We have the authority legally under registering the law to draw districts that align with the voter preferences of the voters of the state of Texas.”
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Governor Abbott warns of consequences for the Democrats' actions:
“Democrats who fled could forfeit their offices for denying Republicans a needed quorum to vote.”
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2. International Relations: U.S., India, and Ukraine
Chris Foster reports escalating tensions between the United States and India:
“President Trump threatens India with what he calls substantial tariffs for buying Russian oil. India's foreign Ministry says it's necessary to ensure predictable and affordable consumer energy costs.”
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He also touches on the delicate situation in Ukraine:
“A top US Diplomat may be heading to Moscow ahead of the president's deadline for a Russia Ukraine ceasefire.”
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Jared Halpern provides more details on the diplomatic efforts:
“White House special envoy Steve Witkoff may travel to Russia Wednesday or Thursday. President Trump says though prospects for a ceasefire in Ukraine have not improved.”
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Trey Gowdy expresses frustration over the stalled ceasefire negotiations:
“We stopped a lot of wars. This is the one we seem to be. This should be the easiest to stop, and it's not.”
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Halpern further elaborates on President Trump's strategies:
“President Trump has threatened to impose sanctions and potential secondary tariffs on Russian trading partners if Moscow does not agree to a ceasefire by the end of this week. Last week, President Trump ordered a pair of nuclear submarines repositioned in response to threats on social media from Russia's former president Dmitry Medvedev at the White House.”
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3. Domestic Incidents: Tragic Shooting at a Music Festival
Chris Foster reports a tragic event in the United States:
“Two people are killed, six wounded in a shooting at a techno music festival after party. No word on any arrests or a possible motive.”
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This incident underscores ongoing concerns about public safety and gun violence in the country.
4. Political Campaigns: Nancy Mace's Bid for South Carolina Governor
Chris Foster introduces South Carolina House Republican Nancy Mace's gubernatorial aspirations:
“South Carolina House Republican Nancy Mace is running for governor.”
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Ryan Schmelz provides background on Mace’s historic candidacy:
“The first woman to graduate from the Citadel returned to the military academy to announce her run for governor of South Carolina.”
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Jessica Rosenthal emphasizes the significance of Mace's campaign:
“This isn't just a campaign. It's a calling, a calling for common sense, a calling for courage and a call to put South Carolina first.”
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Schmelz further outlines the competitive primary landscape and potential implications:
“South Carolina Congresswoman Nancy Mace joins a Republican primary field that includes Attorney General Allen Wilson and Congressman Ralph Norman. The outcome of the race could depend on President Trump's endorsement as well as support from former governor and presidential candidate Nikki Haley. If Mace leaves Congress, it could open the door for Democrats to flip the competitive swing district.”
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5. United States Coast Guard: 235th Anniversary
Chris Foster shifts focus to a celebratory milestone:
“Happy 235th birthday to the United States Coast Guard.”
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Kristin Goodwin presents a detailed history of the Coast Guard:
“According to the Department of Defense, the US Coast Guard was initially established as the revenue Marine by President George Washington in August of 1790. It was renamed in 1863 before taking on its current name after President Woodrow Wilson signed the Coast Guard act into law in 1915. In 1967, the Coast Guard moved from the Treasury Department to the Transportation department. And in 2003, it moved to its current home, the Department of Homeland Security.”
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She continues to highlight the diverse responsibilities of the Coast Guard:
“Today, it performs a host of responsibilities, including marine environmental protection, drug and migrant interdiction, military operations with the Navy, humanitarian operations and maritime security.”
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6. International Incident: Child Neglect Case in New Zealand
Chris Foster reports an alarming case from New Zealand:
“A woman in New Zealand is charged with child neglect after a two-year-old girl is found alive and in a suitcase in the luggage compartment of a bus. The driver noticed the suitcase moving and found the girl in there. Police say she was very hot but otherwise unharmed.”
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This incident raises serious concerns about child safety and parental responsibilities.
7. Additional Updates and Promotions
The newscast concludes with promotional segments for upcoming shows and podcasts:
Trey Gowdy invites listeners to tune into his show:
“It's the Will Kane Show. Watch it live at noon Eastern Monday through Thursday on foxnews.com or on the Fox News YouTube channel. And don't miss a show. Get the podcast five days a week at foxnewspodcasts.com or wherever you download your favorite podcasts.”
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Trey Gowdy also promotes his personal podcast:
“Hey, I'm Trey Gowdy, host of the Trey Gaddy Podcast. I hope you will join me every Tuesday and Thursday as we navigate life together and hopefully find ourselves a little bit better on the other side. Listen and follow now@foxnewspodcast.com.”
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Conclusion
The Fox News Hourly Update effectively covers a diverse array of topics, from significant political developments and international relations to domestic incidents and historical milestones. By incorporating direct quotes with timestamps and clear attributions, the summary ensures that listeners are well-informed about the critical issues shaping the current landscape.