Fox News Hourly Update — 2PM ET Newscast (October 7, 2025) Host: Lisa Brady | FOX News Podcasts
Episode Overview
This hourly update focuses on several major breaking news stories as of October 7, 2025. The central themes are the ongoing government shutdown, negotiations surrounding Obamacare tax credits, the effects of the shutdown on federal employees, the expanded federal crime crackdown in major cities, and updates on international efforts for a ceasefire in Gaza. The episode also touches on a U.S. Supreme Court case on conversion therapy laws and provides a quick stock market update.
Key Discussion Points
1. Government Shutdown and Obamacare Tax Credits
- Day 7 of the Shutdown: The standoff continues with no compromise in sight.
- Democrats’ Stance: Firm on extending Obamacare (Affordable Care Act) tax credits as part of any government reopening deal.
- Republicans’ POV: Want the issue dealt with separately and insist that the tax credits should be reformed, not just extended.
- Potential Impact: About 22 million people could see significant health premium increases if the credits aren’t extended by year-end.
Notable Quotes
- Hakeem Jeffries (House Minority Leader):
"What I'm saying is that we have an open mind as it relates to an extension of the Affordable Care act tax credits based on the merits of what is presented in good faith." (00:25)
2. Federal Employee Furloughs and Layoff Warnings
- President Trump’s Warning: Layoffs may occur if the shutdown drags on, implying that not all furloughed workers would receive back pay.
- White House Budget Office Memo: Suggests that back pay is not necessarily guaranteed.
Notable Quotes
- President Donald Trump:
"I would say it depends on who we're talking about...the Democrats have put a lot of people in great risk and jeopardy. But it really depends on who you're talking about." (00:55)
3. Federal Crime Crackdown and National Guard Deployment
- Presidential Defense: Trump justifies expanding crime-fighting operations from D.C. to other crime-affected cities.
- Chicago and Illinois Response: Suing the federal government over National Guard deployment, which the administration justifies as protection for ICE agents and facilities.
- Senate Hearing Tensions: Heated exchanges between Attorney General Pam Bondi and Illinois officials.
Notable Quotes & Moments
- President Donald Trump:
"We have cities where there's tremendous crime and Chicago is one of them. And if the governor can't straighten it out, we'll straighten it out." (01:16)
- Attorney General Pam Bondi to Senator Dick Durbin:
"You're sitting here grilling me and they're on their way to Chicago to keep your state safe." (01:31)
"I wish you loved Chicago as much as you hate President Trump." (01:42) - Will Kane (Fox News Host):
"Madam Attorney General, it's my job to grill you." (01:35)
4. Gaza Conflict and Potential Ceasefire Deal
- Negotiations Update: President Trump optimistic about a near-term deal to end the war that began with the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack on Israel.
- Current Status: 48 hostages remain, with 20 believed to be alive.
- Proposed Exchange: All remaining hostages for 250 Palestinian prisoners with life sentences and 1,700 Gazans detained since the conflict’s start.
Notable Quotes
- Trey Yanks (FOX Correspondent):
"On that devastating day, nearly 1,200 people were killed and more than 250,000 taken hostage. We know that 48 still remain in Hamas captivity. 20 of them are believed to be alive." (02:37)
5. Supreme Court Arguments on Colorado’s Conversion Therapy Ban
- Legal Challenge: Christian counselor Kaylee Chiles argues the Colorado law banning conversion therapy contradicts her free speech rights.
- Court Leaning: Majority of justices appear sympathetic to Chiles’ argument.
- State Argument: Colorado Attorney General asserts therapy is healthcare, not just speech.
- Broader Context: Over 20 states have similar laws.
Notable Quotes
- Attorney General Phil Weiser:
"Therapy isn't just speech, it's health care." (04:03)
- Jim Campbell (Chiles’ lawyer):
"There are kids struggling with issues of gender dysphoria and this law tells them that, that if they're seeking help in one direction, that licensed mental health professionals and counselors are not available to them." (03:49)
6. Brief Stock Market Update
- Dow down 201 points, NASDAQ down 184.
(04:13)
Timestamps of Key Segments
- 00:02 — Government shutdown overview and Obamacare tax credits dispute
- 00:46 — On-the-ground report from Capitol Hill; Trump on layoffs and back pay
- 01:05 — White House stance on back pay; federal crime crackdown comments
- 01:23–01:44 — Legal pushback and Senate hearing on National Guard deployment & Justice Department politicization
- 02:30–03:17 — Gaza conflict update; details of hostage/prisoner exchange proposal
- 03:17–04:13 — Supreme Court hears conversion therapy case; both sides’ arguments
- 04:13 — Market numbers
Memorable Moments
- The pointed exchange between Attorney General Pam Bondi and Senator Dick Durbin, featuring Bondi’s quip:
"I wish you loved Chicago as much as you hate President Trump." (01:42)
Tone & Style
The episode maintains the brisk, headline-driven pace and no-nonsense delivery typical of Fox News’ radio updates, with direct soundbites from top political leaders and on-the-ground reporters. Quotes are forthright and often confrontational, reflecting current political divides.
This summary captures all essential news and debate from the 2PM ET Fox News Update on October 7, 2025, excluding advertising and promotional content.