Fox News Hourly Update – 2PM ET 09/14/2025

Episode Overview:
This newscast, anchored primarily by Jack Callahan, delivers a concise run-through of major breaking news events on September 14, 2025. Key stories include developments in the assassination of political activist Charlie Kirk, a Congressional retirement announcement, an Ebola outbreak, a police shooting in Georgia, President Trump’s upcoming UK state visit, Secretary Rubio’s diplomatic push in Israel, and a special birthday tribute for Pope Leo XIV.

Key News Stories & Discussion Points

1. Charlie Kirk Assassination: Motive and Investigation

• [00:02-00:45]
• Jack Callahan introduces Fox's Garrett Tenney, reporting live from Spanish Fork, Utah, where the assassination suspect is being held.
• Garrett Tenney details the investigation's progress:
  • The Utah Governor confirms the suspect has not confessed and is uncooperative.
  • A pivotal break in the case comes from the suspect’s romantic partner (22, male transitioning to female), who was unaware of the plot but has shared critical private messages with investigators.
    • "They had no idea their significant other was planning to assassinate Charlie Kirk and shared private messages with investigators that then helped them zero in on the alleged killer." — Garrett Tenney [00:35]
• The suspect, Robinson, set for arraignment on murder charges Tuesday.
• Funeral & Political Response:
  • Charlie Kirk’s funeral planned for September 21 in Arizona; President Trump will attend.

2. Rep. Michael McCaul Announces Retirement from Congress

• [01:01-01:37]
• After 20+ years, Texas Republican Congressman Michael McCaul reveals he will not seek re-election after his term ends in January 2027.
  • Announcement made on ABC’s "This Week."
  • Reflects on his career:
    • "I want to continue to serve the people of this country in national security and foreign policy and do what I’ve done the last two decades, make America stronger." — Michael McCaul (quoted by Granal Scott) [01:25]
• No confirmation if recent district redrawing influenced his decision.

3. Congo Ebola Outbreak: Vaccination Response

• [01:37-01:59]
• Jack Callahan reports on an Ebola outbreak in southern Congo:
  • At least 16 dead, per African CDC.
  • 400 vaccine doses delivered, more pending, prioritizing exposed individuals and frontline workers.
• Communicated with a sense of urgency and global health concern.

4. Georgia Police Officer Shooting: Suspect Apprehended

• [03:10-03:47]
• Deborah Valentine covers the shooting of McVille Police Captain Brantley Worley:
  • Suspect Timothy Craig Ramsey arrested after hours-long standoff.
  • Police Chief Michael Otis describes the violence:
    • "That shot brutally shot my officer in the face." — Chief Otis (quoted by Granal Scott) [03:33]
  • Captain Worley remains in critical condition.

5. President Trump’s International Diplomacy

• [03:47-04:43]
• State Visit to the U.K.:
  • President Trump scheduled for a second UK state visit; a major tech partnership focused on AI, semiconductors, telecommunications, and quantum computing set to be signed.
  • Trade (tariffs), as well as the wars in Gaza and Ukraine, also on the agenda.
• Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s Trip to Israel:
  • Rubio’s goals: escalate humanitarian aid, push for hostage release, address Hamas threats.
  • Israeli annexation of parts of the West Bank could be discussed, with Netanyahu seeking U.S. support.
    • "Rubio is expected to talk about the possibility of Israeli annexation of parts of the occupied West Bank." — Janice Dean [04:22]

6. Pope Leo XIV’s Birthday

• [04:43-05:07]
• President Trump’s Vatican envoy delivers a cake from Chicago’s Portillo’s to honor the Pope’s first birthday (age 70) as head of the Catholic Church.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• "They had no idea their significant other was planning to assassinate Charlie Kirk and shared private messages with investigators that then helped them zero in on the alleged killer."
  — Garrett Tenney [00:35]

• "I want to continue to serve the people of this country in national security and foreign policy and do what I’ve done the last two decades, make America stronger."
  — Michael McCaul (via Granal Scott) [01:25]

• "That shot brutally shot my officer in the face."
  — Police Chief Michael Otis (via Granal Scott) [03:33]

Timeline of Key Segments

• 00:02 — Update on Charlie Kirk assassination; investigation and suspect details
• 01:01 — Rep. McCaul retirement announcement
• 01:37 — Ebola outbreak in Congo and vaccination update
• 03:10 — Georgia police shooting; suspect apprehension
• 03:47 — Trump’s UK visit and technology deal; Rubio’s visit to Israel and diplomatic agenda
• 04:43 — Pope Leo XIV’s birthday recognition

Tone & Language

The newscast is concise, urgent, and formal, maintaining a direct and matter-of-fact style characteristic of Fox News radio updates. The tone is serious but measured, focusing on delivering facts, official statements, and responses from public figures.

For listeners seeking brief yet comprehensive news coverage, this episode distills the day’s most pressing events, offering key political, international, and public health updates.