Fox News Hourly Update – 3AM ET 11/21/2025

Overview
This episode delivers a concise roundup of major overnight news stories from Fox News Radio. Highlights include details of a controversial US-Russia Ukraine peace plan proposal, the funeral of former Vice President Dick Cheney, a judicial ruling concerning National Guard deployment in Washington, the upcoming White House meeting between President Trump and New York's new mayor-elect, and new polling on Thanksgiving politics and holiday spending.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. US-Russia Peace Plan for Ukraine (00:03 – 00:36)

• Report: The US and Russia are working on a "28-point plan" to end the war in Ukraine.
  • Notable elements of the draft: Ukraine would have to cede territory to Russia, restrict its military size, and bar foreign troops from its borders.
  • $100 billion of frozen Russian assets would be dedicated to rebuilding Ukraine.
  • The framework includes a path for Russia to reintegrate into the global economy through the “future lifting of sanctions.”
• Political Reaction:
  • Florida GOP Congressman Brian Mast responds with skepticism, emphasizing that the plan heavily favors Russian interests:
    • "I think it reflects in large part what Russia wants to see out of this and a lot of things that Ukraine is not going to want to see and NATO and other European allies are not going to want to see as a part of it." (Brian Mast, 00:25)

2. Dick Cheney’s Funeral and Tributes (00:36 – 01:28)

• Funeral Service: Former Vice President Dick Cheney was honored at the Washington National Cathedral.
  • Former President George W. Bush delivered a eulogy, recalling Cheney’s reliability and capability:
    • "I wanted someone with the ability to step into the presidency without getting distracted by the ambition to seek it... I realized the best choice for the vice president was the man sitting right in front of me and I told him that." (George W. Bush, 01:07)
  • Context: Cheney served as Vice President on September 11, 2001, and passed away on November 3rd, 2025, at age 84.

3. Federal Judge Orders End to National Guard Deployment in DC (01:28 – 02:01)

• Judicial Ruling: US District Judge Gia Cobb has ordered the Trump administration to end its month-long National Guard deployment in Washington, D.C.
  • Reasoning: The court found the deployment violated the Constitution and local D.C. control over law enforcement.
  • The order is paused for 21 days to allow for an appeal, meaning troops could stay until December 11.

4. President Trump’s Upcoming Meeting with NYC Mayor-Elect Zoram Mamdani (02:32 – 03:32)

• Meeting Announcement: President Trump is scheduled to meet with Zoram Mamdani, the incoming New York City mayor, at the White House on Friday.
  • Mayor-Elect’s Approach:
    • "I'm not concerned about this meeting. I view this meeting as an opportunity for me to make my case and I'll make that case to anyone, frankly... as I will be the next mayor of the city, it behooves me to ensure that I leave no stone unturned in looking to make the city more affordable." (Zoram Mamdani, 02:38)
  • Analysis by Fox’s Alexandria Hough:
    • Notes the meeting is delicate for President Trump, who has strong ties to NYC.
    • Observes a shift in Mamdani’s rhetoric, aiming for cooperation on public safety and affordability.
    • "You’ve heard some of his language be toned down kind of in anticipation of this meeting..." (Alexandria Hough, 03:00)

5. Thanksgiving Poll: Politics & Holiday Spending (03:32 – 04:28)

• Fox News Poll Results: Covered by Kristin Goodwin
  • Thankfulness:
    • 33% of voters say they have more to be thankful for compared to last year; 25% feel less thankful.
  • Holiday Spending:
    • 44% plan to spend less on gifts compared to last year.
    • 85% report higher grocery costs; 78% say utilities cost more; 54% see higher gas prices.
  • Politics and Togetherness:
    • 76% would not avoid holiday gatherings due to political disagreements.
    • By party: 86% Republicans, 71% independents, 68% Democrats are open to spending holidays with those holding opposing political views.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• "I think it reflects in large part what Russia wants to see out of this and a lot of things that Ukraine is not going to want to see..."
  — Brian Mast, on the Ukraine peace plan (00:25)
• "I realized the best choice for the vice president was the man sitting right in front of me and I told him that."
  — George W. Bush, recalling Cheney’s selection (01:07)
• "I'm not concerned about this meeting. I view this meeting as an opportunity for me to make my case..."
  — Zoram Mamdani, on his meeting with President Trump (02:38)
• "You’ve heard some of his language be toned down..."
  — Alexandria Hough, discussing the mayor-elect’s approach to Trump (03:00)
• "76% say no" [they won't avoid holiday gatherings over politics]
  — Kristin Goodwin, on Thanksgiving poll results (03:44)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• Ukraine Peace Plan Details & Reaction – 00:03–00:36
• Dick Cheney Funeral & President Bush Tribute – 00:36–01:28
• National Guard DC Deployment Ruling – 01:28–02:01
• Trump & NYC Mayor-Elect Meeting – 02:32–03:32
• Thanksgiving Poll: Spending & Political Divides – 03:32–04:28

This episode provides a rapid-fire but informative update across significant political, diplomatic, and social stories, punctuated by direct quotes from policymakers and reporters for added context.