Fox News Hourly Update – 4AM ET 09/27/2025 Newscast

Host: Debra Valentine
Date: September 27, 2025

Episode Overview

This episode delivers the latest national and international news highlights, focusing on Prime Minister Netanyahu's controversial speech at the UN regarding the ongoing Gaza conflict, the U.S. government shutdown standoff, diplomatic tensions with Iran, immigration protests in Chicago, and severe weather developments in the Atlantic. The broadcast presents updates with direct input from FOX correspondents and field reporters, providing an authoritative snapshot of overnight headlines.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Netanyahu's Defiant Speech at the UN ([00:02]–[00:48])

• Defiance Amid Protests:
  Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the United Nations in a strongly defiant tone, amid a walkout by over 100 diplomats from various countries.
• Rejection of Palestinian Statehood:
  Netanyahu lashed out at critics and unequivocally rejected proposals for a Palestinian state, claiming such an idea was "insane."
  Quote:

  "By supporting statehood, the General assembly is taking the side of evil." — Eric Shawn relaying Netanyahu's statement ([00:14]).

• Stance Against Terrorism:
  Netanyahu defended Israel's military actions against Hamas, Hezbollah, and Iran, denying allegations of genocide and shifting blame for starvation in Gaza onto Hamas.
• Commentary:
  Will Kane weighed in, critiquing international recognition of Palestine:

  "The leaders who recognize the Palestinian state this week sent to the Palestinians. It's a very clear message murdering Jews pays off." — Will Kane ([00:36])

2. U.S. Political Update: Hostage Negotiations & Government Shutdown ([00:59]–[01:47])

• President Trump's Claims:
  Former President Donald Trump claimed that a deal to free hostages in Gaza and end the war is almost complete.
• Congressional Stalemate:
  Ryan Schmelz reported on the ongoing government shutdown showdown, highlighting Democrat leader Hakeem Jeffries' displeasure at Trump's public appearance at the Ryder Cup amid funding negotiations.
• Quote:

  "He didn't have the time to meet with Democratic leaders to fund the government and address the Republican health care crisis. But Donald Trump right now, as we speak, is at a golf event. It's outrageous." — Unnamed Fox News correspondent ([01:14])

• Senate Action:
  The Senate plans to vote on a temporary funding bill to avoid a shutdown. Passage requires 60 votes due to a filibuster.
• Deadline Alert:
  Government funding runs out September 30th.
  Quote:

  "The government funding deadline is September 30th." — Ryan Schmelz ([01:47])

3. International Diplomacy: Iran Recalls Ambassadors ([01:47])

• Iran's Response:
  Iran has recalled its ambassadors to Germany, France, and the UK over disputes surrounding the mechanism to reinstate UN sanctions.

4. Protests and Immigration Enforcement in Chicago ([03:18]–[04:06])

• ICE Facility Demonstrations:
  Ongoing protests occurred for a fourth straight Friday outside the ICE facility in Broadview, Illinois. The action was described as mostly calm but included arrests.
• Escalating Law Enforcement Tactics:
  Broadview Mayor Katrina Thompson addressed federal concerns in a letter, outlining the harmful impact of aggressive crowd control measures on both residents and local law enforcement.
• Quote:

  "The relentless deployment of tear gas, pepper spray, mace and rubber bullets is not only harming area residents, but also Broadview police officers and firefighters." — Casey Cronus reading Mayor Thompson's letter ([03:29])

• Increased Deportation Pressures:
  Deportation efforts in Chicago intensified after President Trump threatened to send National Guard troops to tackle illegal immigration and crime.

5. Major Weather Update: Hurricane Umberto ([04:06]–[05:08])

• Current Status:
  Hurricane Umberto has strengthened to a Category 4, with sustained winds reaching 145 mph.
• Meteorological Analysis:
  The storm is intensifying due to unusually warm Atlantic conditions, and could become a Category 5 as it continues to track northward, with Bermuda as a possible area of concern. Quote:

  "As we head into later on this weekend and into next week, we could see a Category 5 storm on our hands...One area that we'll have to watch is going to be Bermuda." — Kiana Lewis ([04:30])

• Other Systems:
  Tropical Cyclone Nine may affect the Bahamas, with a tropical storm warning issued.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Netanyahu on Palestinian Statehood:

  "By supporting statehood, the General assembly is taking the side of evil." — Eric Shawn relaying Netanyahu ([00:14])

• Will Kane on International Recognition:

  "The leaders who recognize the Palestinian state this week sent to the Palestinians. It's a very clear message murdering Jews pays off." — Will Kane ([00:36])

• Democratic Criticism of Trump:

  "He didn't have the time to meet with Democratic leaders to fund the government...But Donald Trump right now, as we speak, is at a golf event. It's outrageous." — Unnamed Fox News Correspondent ([01:14])

• Mayor Thompson on ICE Tactics:

  "The relentless deployment of tear gas, pepper spray, mace and rubber bullets is not only harming area residents, but also Broadview police officers and firefighters." — Casey Cronus quoting Mayor Thompson ([03:29])

• Weather Warning:

  "We could see a Category 5 storm on our hands...One area that we'll have to watch is going to be Bermuda." — Kiana Lewis ([04:30])

Segment Timestamps

• Netanyahu UN Speech/International Reactions: 00:02–00:48
• US Political Update & Government Shutdown: 00:59–01:47
• Iran Recalls Ambassadors: 01:47
• Chicago ICE Protests: 03:18–04:06
• Hurricane Umberto Update: 04:06–05:08

This concise newscast offers a high-level yet insightful roundup of overnight developments, focusing on conflict, politics, protest, and extreme weather, with pointed commentary and first-hand reporting from FOX News correspondents.