Fox News Hourly Update — 2PM ET, October 27, 2025

Host: Lisa Brady, FOX News Podcasts
Date: October 27, 2025

Episode Overview

This newscast delivers fast-paced updates on the most critical stories of the hour. The coverage includes breaking weather news on Hurricane Melissa, the latest developments in the US government shutdown and its impact, international and national crime stories, major US political maneuvers, a high-profile immigration detention, updates on abortion policy in Wisconsin, and sports news including a new MLB manager and World Series action, followed by a quick financial market check.

1. Major Hurricane Melissa Threatens Jamaica

[00:02 – 00:57]

• Catastrophic Weather Alert:
  • Lisa Brady reports on "Category 5 Hurricane Melissa" with top sustained winds of 175 mph, currently threatening Jamaica with extreme conditions.
• Ground Report & Warnings:
  • Evan Thompson, director of Jamaica’s Meteorological Service, provides sobering forecasts:
    • "As much as 30 inches of rain" expected across eastern and south-central parts of the island.
    • Storm surges could reach 13 feet.
    • Urgent warning:

      "If you think that you are free from that, think again because the heavy rains will also affect you. The strong winds... could still continue to affect you as we go through the day on Tuesday."
      – Evan Thompson, [00:34]

• Regional Impact:
  • Haiti bracing for similar floods, with US National Hurricane Center warning of "life threatening flash flooding and landslides," especially in mountainous areas.
  • The storm has already caused at least six deaths in Haiti and the Dominican Republic.

2. US Government Shutdown & Political Tensions

[00:57 – 01:32]

• Federal Union Demands Resolution:
  • Major union urges an end to the ongoing government shutdown, warning Congress "against half measures or gamesmanship."
• Speaker of the House Mike Johnson:
  • Expresses intent for increased pressure on Democrats:

    "They're tired of the distraction and it's hurting their families and people are suffering real hardships."
    – Mike Johnson, [01:17]

• Funding Dispute:
  • Democrats refuse to extend government funding until late November without Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits, with concerns that "over 20 million Americans could see health care costs increase" if credits aren’t included.

3. International Relations & National Security

[01:32 – 02:15]

• President Trump in Asia:
  • Arrives in Tokyo, meets Japan’s prime minister, signals optimism for a possible trade deal during upcoming talks with China’s president.
• Assassination Plot in the US:
  • In South Korea, a man is accused of attempting to hire someone to kill US Attorney General Pam Bondi for $45,000. The suspect was arrested in Minnesota, illustrating the global scope of security threats.

4. Detention of British Journalist Sami Hamdi

[02:15 – 02:56]

• Detention in San Francisco:
  • Sami Hamdi, British journalist and commentator, detained by US Immigration at SFO, visa revoked, facing deportation.
  • Context: Was on a speaking tour at mosques and universities across the US.
  • Homeland Security cited "national security concerns":

    "The Trump administration won't tolerate visitors who support terrorism or undermine American security."

  • Hamdi supporters criticize the move as a violation of free speech, connecting authorities’ actions to his "vocal criticism of Israel."

5. Planned Parenthood Resumes Abortions in Wisconsin

[02:56 – 03:20]

• Abortion Services Update:
  • Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin resumes abortions after a nearly month-long pause due to Medicaid funding issues.
  • Solution: Relinquished ‘essential community provider’ status to regain Medicaid funding – a tactical response to changes in federal disbursement policy.

6. Sports Headlines: New Orioles Manager & World Series

[03:20 – 03:55]

• Baltimore Orioles Name Craig Albernaz as Manager:

  • First-ever managerial role for Albernaz, age 42.
  • Baseball background:
    • Nine years in minor leagues as a player, then coaching with Tampa Bay Rays (2015), promoted to roles with San Francisco Giants (bullpen/catcher coach, 2022) and Cleveland Guardians (associate manager, 2024).
  • Orioles aim for a turnaround after last season’s disappointing record (75-87, last in AL East).

• World Series Moves to LA:

  • Dodgers and Blue Jays split games in Toronto.
  • The series now shifts to Los Angeles for Game 3.

7. Financial Markets Update

[03:55 – End]

• Stock Market Rally:
  • The Dow Jones rises 215 points; NASDAQ up 4 points.
  • S&P 500 in record territory, reflecting continued positive investor sentiment.

Notable Quotes & Soundbites

• Evan Thompson (Jamaica Meteorological Service):

  "If you think that you are free from that, think again because the heavy rains will also affect you. The strong winds... could still continue to affect you as we go through the day on Tuesday."
  [00:34]

• Mike Johnson (House Speaker):

  "They're tired of the distraction and it's hurting their families and people are suffering real hardships."
  [01:17]

• Department of Homeland Security Statement (on Sami Hamdi):

  "The Trump administration won't tolerate visitors who support terrorism or undermine American security."
  [02:40]

Summary & Context

This Fox News newscast provides rapid updates on extreme weather impacting the Caribbean, political gridlock in Washington over the shutdown and healthcare, significant crime stories, contentious immigration developments, and key sports and economic updates. The language remains urgent, concise, and focused on key facts, reflecting FOX's direct newscast style.