Fox News Hourly Update – 4AM ET, October 12, 2025

Episode Overview

This episode provides a concise summary of key national and international news stories as of 4AM ET on October 12, 2025. Major topics include the ongoing Gaza ceasefire and U.S. diplomatic efforts, a major nor’easter hitting the East Coast, legal developments around President Trump’s National Guard deployment, the indictment of New York Attorney General Letitia James, and the passing of Hollywood legend Diane Keaton.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Gaza Ceasefire and U.S. Diplomatic Involvement

[00:02 – 00:54]

• The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is currently holding. President Trump is scheduled to travel to the Middle East to mark the first phase of the peace deal.
• FOX’s Jennifer Griffin details U.S. participation in ongoing negotiations, working alongside Egypt, Turkey, Qatar, and the IDF.
• Focuses include:
  • Coordinating humanitarian and security aid
  • Preparing for Gaza’s reconstruction
  • Utilizing aerial surveillance for security
• The major unresolved question: Will Hamas disarm? So far, there is no evidence or indication they will.
• Notable Quote:
  “They will be working with the Egyptians, the Turks, the Qataris, as well as the IDF… But the biggest question is, will Hamas disarm? We've seen no evidence of it as yet. The statements from the Hamas leaders do not suggest that they will disarm.”
  —Jennifer Griffin [00:22]
• Immediate priority for all parties: Hostage release, which could start as soon as this weekend.

2. Nor’easter Impacting the East Coast

[00:54 – 01:48]

• A powerful nor’easter is moving up the Eastern Seaboard, bringing heavy winds and rain from Charleston, SC, to New England.
• Robert Ray in Ocean City, MD, reports that while the storm is not a blizzard, winds could gust above 50 mph.
• Recent offshore hurricanes have left the area vulnerable, with homes lost in past storms along state borders.
• New Jersey announces a state of emergency as conditions are expected to worsen today and tomorrow.
• Notable Quote:
  “When you think of a nor’easter, you think of blizzard conditions, right? Well, that’s not the case, but nonetheless, impacts all up and down the Eastern seaboard.... people need to be prepared for heavy winds. We’re talking about wind gusts well above 50 mph.”
  —Robert Ray [01:08]

3. Legal Battle Over President Trump’s National Guard Deployment

[02:31 – 03:07]

• A federal appeals court rules that National Guard troops sent by President Trump to Illinois can remain under federal control but cannot be deployed or put on patrol for now.
• The case is paused pending further arguments; a previous ruling had blocked deployment, citing no evidence of a threat or rebellion to justify the move under the president's immigration crackdown.
• Around 500 Guard members are stationed near Chicago, with a few in Broadview, NY.
• Notable Quote:
  “...they cannot be deployed or put on patrol for now. The panel granted a pause in the case until it can hear further arguments.”
  —Carmen Roberts [02:39]

4. Indictment of NY Attorney General Letitia James

[03:07 – 03:51]

• AG Letitia James faces federal charges of bank fraud and making false statements tied to a 2020 home purchase in Virginia.
• Prosecutors allege she misrepresented mortgage application details for better loan terms.
• Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) criticizes James, referencing her investigations of Trump and suggesting hypocrisy.
• Notable Quote:
  “She ran just to go after President Trump and it’s wrong. It’s a misuse of power, abuse of power. And now we find out that she was not on the up and up with her personal documents and now she wants to feign outrage.”
  —Byron Donalds [03:36]
• James issues a statement denouncing the indictment as politically motivated retribution by the Trump administration.

5. Passing of Diane Keaton

[03:51 – 04:28]

• Academy Award-winner Diane Keaton has died in California at age 79.
• Keaton was celebrated for roles in "The Godfather," "First Wives Club," "Annie Hall" (for which she won an Oscar), and also as a creative across several artistic fields.
• The family has not released further details.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Jennifer Griffin on U.S. Involvement in Gaza Talks [00:22]:
  “They will be working with the Egyptians, the Turks, the Qataris, as well as the IDF… But the biggest question is, will Hamas disarm? We've seen no evidence of it as yet.”

• Robert Ray on Nor’easter Threat [01:08]:
  “When you think of a nor’easter, you think of blizzard conditions, right? Well, that's not the case, but nonetheless, impacts all up and down the Eastern seaboard… people need to be prepared for heavy winds.”

• Byron Donalds on Letitia James [03:36]:
  “If you live in a glass house, don't, don't throw stones.”

Timestamps for Key Segments

• [00:02] – Gaza ceasefire and President Trump’s upcoming travel
• [00:22] – U.S. diplomatic efforts in Gaza (Jennifer Griffin)
• [00:54] – Nor’easter hits the East Coast (Robert Ray)
• [02:31] – Appeals court halts National Guard deployment in Illinois (Carmen Roberts)
• [03:07] – Indictment of Letitia James; Republican response (Byron Donalds)
• [03:51] – Diane Keaton’s death announced

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