Fox News Hourly Update: 3AM ET 11/14/2025 Newscast

Host: FOX News Podcasts
Anchor: Chris DiMaio
Air Date: November 14, 2025

Overview

This episode offers a rapid-fire update on key national news stories as of early November 14, 2025. Major highlights include the end of the longest government shutdown, the Biden administration’s post-shutdown focus, controversies over disaster investigations in California, breaking news on the Jeffrey Epstein files, and notable financial and sports updates.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Government Shutdown Ends, Focus Shifts to Affordability and Elections

• The federal government’s longest shutdown has officially ended.
• President Trump, pivoting from the shutdown, is now focusing on affordability, aligning with a central Democratic platform heading into the midterms.
• Vice President Vance is connecting high consumer prices to illegal immigration, signaling a new White House messaging push.
  • "50 year long mortgage terms are something White House officials are considering to help homebuyers. But experts aren't sold." (00:23)
• First Lady’s initiative: An executive order to help foster youth transition into employment and education opportunities.
  • This move is highlighted as part of the new administration’s effort to dig out of what officials describe as a “deep hole.” (00:23)

2. Security Scare Involving Acting U.S. Attorney General in New Jersey

• Federal officials are searching for a man who confronted Acting U.S. Attorney Alina Habba in New Jersey with a bat.
• After being barred from entry with the weapon, the suspect returned unarmed, gained access, then allegedly screamed incoherently and destroyed property in the office.
• Attorney General Pam Bondi confirmed the account and added that Habba was unharmed.
  • Notable quote:
    • "I will not be intimidated by radical lunatics for doing my job." — Alina Habba, on X (01:03)

3. Market Turbulence: Major Stock Sell Off

• The financial sector has suffered a major hit:
  • Dow dropped 798 points
  • Nasdaq fell 536 points
  • S&P lost 113 points
• Described as one of the worst market days since the spring selloff. (01:41)

4. California Wildfire Politics and Congressional Firestorm

• Republican Senators Rick Scott (FL) and Ron Johnson (WI) held a hearing in California’s Pacific Palisades about wildfire victims, drawing criticism from local Democrats.
• Louisiana Council Member Hugo Soto Martinez labeled the investigation a "ridiculous" MAGA Republican “witch hunt.”
  • "Perhaps Senator Rick Scott should focus on the disaster recovery of his own state of Florida. But he is too busy blocking disaster aid and denying the climate challenges wreaking havoc on Florida." — Governor Gavin Newsom (02:39)
• Update: A man has been arrested in Florida, accused of starting the Palisades fire.

5. Push for Jeffrey Epstein Documents Release Reaches Tipping Point

• The House is poised for a critical vote to release Justice Department documents from the Epstein investigation. (03:28)
• Congresswoman Adelita Grijalva’s support marks the 218th signature, triggering a possible full release.
• The House Oversight Committee says it has already published 65,000 related documents, including from the DOJ and the Epstein estate.
• Notable detail: Pressure from the White House to drop support for the measure failed.
• To date, DOJ has released “over 30,000 pages of records.” (04:13)

6. Shohei Ohtani Wins Big

• Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers clinched his fourth Most Valuable Player award. (04:13)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On post-shutdown focus:
  "When we come up to midterms and other things, don't forget what they've done to our country." — Unnamed Politician (00:19)

• On resilience in public office:
  "I will not be intimidated by radical lunatics for doing my job." — Acting U.S. Attorney Alina Habba (01:03)

• On partisan disputes over disaster aid:
  "Perhaps Senator Rick Scott should focus on the disaster recovery of his own state of Florida. But he is too busy blocking disaster aid and denying the climate challenges wreaking havoc on Florida." — California Governor Gavin Newsom (02:39)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• 00:03 — Government shutdown ends; President and VP messaging
• 00:53 — Security incident with Acting U.S. Attorney in NJ
• 01:41 — Major stock market declines
• 02:31 — Congressional wildfire investigation in California
• 03:28 — Push to release Jeffrey Epstein documents
• 04:13 — Shohei Ohtani wins MVP

Tone:
Succinct, energetic, and news-focused, maintaining Fox’s rapid headline delivery. Direct quotes and political statements reflect the ongoing tensions and priorities in the nation’s political landscape.

This summary captures the essence and major newsbeats of the November 14, 2025, 3AM ET Fox News Update for listeners seeking a clear, concise, and detailed overview.