Fox News Hourly Update – 3AM ET 11/23/2025

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This episode delivers concise updates on major global and national news, including the U.S. push for a Russia-Ukraine peace plan, nationwide Thanksgiving travel disruptions, violent incidents in Phoenix and Alabama, U.S. military maneuvers in the Caribbean, and the debate over stock trading by lawmakers.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks

[00:03–00:38]

• U.S. and Ukraine Peace Negotiations: Talks are being held in Switzerland to end the ongoing war.
• European Skepticism:
  • European leaders express opposition to parts of President Trump’s peace proposal.
  • Quote (B, 00:16): "We are clear on the principle that borders must not be changed by force. We are also concerned by the proposed limitations on Ukraine's armed forces, which would leave Ukraine vulnerable to a future attack."
• Thanksgiving Deadline: President Trump gives Ukraine a deadline; if President Zelensky refuses, negotiations stall.
• The 28-Point Plan: Includes Ukraine ceding territory to Russia and imposing military restrictions, raising international concern.
• Presidential Stance:
  • Quote (C, 00:35): "Then he can continue to fight his little heart out."
    —A blunt remark characterizing President Trump’s approach if Ukraine declines.

2. Thanksgiving Travel & Weather Concerns

[00:38–01:23]

• Record-Setting Travel: Over 82 million Americans are expected to travel for Thanksgiving, especially by air.
• Severe Weather Alerts:
  • Heavy rain forecast for Texas, Oklahoma, the Southeast through Tuesday.
  • Cold front to affect the northern U.S. midweek, bringing potential snow and delays in the Midwest and Northeast.
• Quote (D, 00:56): "If you are one of the more than 82 million people traveling for Thanksgiving, you better pack your patience. Back to back storms could wreak havoc on your plans."
• Travel Hubs Impacted: Anticipation of airport delays, particularly the Sunday post-Thanksgiving.

3. National Crime Incidents

[01:23–02:01]

• Phoenix Shooting: One dead, three wounded in a vehicular shooting.
  • Phoenix Police spokesman:
    Quote (C, 01:33): "This shooting involved two separate vehicles. There's a light colored passenger vehicle as well as a white colored SUV that were both involved in this particular incident."
  • Suspect is in custody.
• UAB Football Stabbings: A University of Alabama Birmingham player stabs two teammates; victims are in stable condition.

4. US Military in the Caribbean (“Operation Southern Spear”)

[02:31–03:19]

• Military Posture: Crackdown on alleged narco-terrorism, increased US naval and air activity.
• Forces in Play:
  • F-35B fighter jets launching from Puerto Rico.
  • B-52 bombers conduct an attack demonstration off Venezuela.
  • USS Gerald R. Ford with 4 squadrons of F-18s; over 200 Tomahawk cruise missiles deployed.
  • A training exercise in Trinidad concluded, Marines now on high alert.
• Quote (C, 02:43): "The Caribbean, the show of force continues. Fifth generation Marine Corps F-35 Bravo stealth fighter jets launching from the island of Puerto Rico… There are now over 200 Tomahawk cruise missiles deployed in theater ready to fire at predetermined targets inside Venezuela."
• Strategic Implications: Nearly a quarter of all US deployed warships are now in the Caribbean.

5. Congressional Stock Trading Debate

[03:19–04:00]

• Legislative Update: Renewed push to ban Congressional members and families from owning/trading individual stocks.
• Existing Law: The 2012 STOCK Act, which requires disclosure, is critiqued as insufficient.
• Conflict of Interest: Evidence shows bipartisan profiting and even investing apps tracking Congressional trades.
• Quote (E, 03:33): "A bipartisan group of lawmakers argues that law is too weak and is pushing legislation to prohibit members of Congress and their direct family members from owning or trading individual stocks."
• Context: Debate comes as President Trump distances himself from his family's business dealings.

6. Presidential Updates & Golf Course Revamp

[04:00–04:28]

• Business Ties: President Trump reiterates separation from family businesses amidst scrutiny.
• Golf Course Partnership: Announces collaboration with Jack Nicklaus to revamp golf courses at Joint Base Andrews.
  • President conducted an aerial survey, promising "much improvements."

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• European Stance on Ukraine Plan
  "We are clear on the principle that borders must not be changed by force. We are also concerned by the proposed limitations on Ukraine's armed forces…"
  – European Leader, via Madeleine Rivera [00:16]

• Trump’s Ultimatum to Ukraine
  "Then he can continue to fight his little heart out."
  – President Trump (C) [00:35]

• Thanksgiving Travel Warning
  "If you are one of the more than 82 million people traveling for Thanksgiving, you better pack your patience..."
  – Chanley Painter [00:56]

• Show of Military Force in Caribbean
  "There are now over 200 Tomahawk cruise missiles deployed in theater ready to fire at predetermined targets inside Venezuela."
  – Lucas Tomundstein [02:43]

• Congress Stock Trading Ban Push
  "A bipartisan group of lawmakers argues that law is too weak and is pushing legislation to prohibit members… from owning or trading individual stocks."
  – Rich Edson [03:33]

Timestamps of Important Segments

• Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks – 00:03–00:38
• Thanksgiving Travel & Weather – 00:38–01:23
• Phoenix Shooting & UAB Stabbings – 01:23–02:01
• US Military in Caribbean – 02:31–03:19
• Congressional Stock Debate – 03:19–04:00
• Trump Business and Golf Course News – 04:00–04:28

The episode delivers fast-paced, pointed reporting on top stories, combining geopolitical, domestic, and political coverage in a span of just over four minutes. The tone is direct, occasionally blunt—particularly when relaying quotes from high-profile figures such as President Trump.