Fox News Hourly Update
Episode: 4PM ET 06/24/2025 Newscast
Release Date: June 24, 2025
Host: Jack Callaghan
Source: Fox News Radio
U.S. Strikes on Iran and International Relations
The episode opens with significant developments regarding U.S. military actions in Iran. Peter Doocy reports from the Netherlands, revealing that White House officials have confirmed there will be no further U.S. strikes on Iran following the recent attacks on its nuclear facilities.
- Peter Doocy (00:09): "President Trump told Benjamin Netanyahu not to expect any further American military intervention there. That was on a call today that White House officials are diplomatically describing to us as exceptionally firm and direct."
President Trump emphasized his stance in conversations with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, especially after a tragic Iranian airstrike resulted in the deaths of an Israeli family of four just before a scheduled ceasefire.
- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (00:44): "There was going to be a retaliation this morning by Israel. And you said you got to call back the planes. It's enough, it's enough. And they did, which I respect very greatly."
In a subsequent video address, Netanyahu lauded the U.S. support, declaring it an "historic victory" for the alliance. Meanwhile, Iranian President Peseschki counters by claiming that Iran successfully ended the conflict initiated by Israel.
Additionally, classified briefings for Congress on the U.S. airstrikes have been postponed, and the House has overwhelmingly voted to table a resolution to impeach President Trump.
U.S. Legislative Updates: Impeachment Resolution and Budget Bill
Jack Callaghan highlights pivotal movements in Congress:
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The House has voted decisively to table Texas Congressman Al Green's resolution to impeach President Trump, signaling a significant setback for the impeachment effort.
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On the fiscal front, President Trump has urged the Senate to conclude negotiations on his "big beautiful budget bill" by locking themselves in a room to finalize the details.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune optimistically remarks on the budget's progress:
- John Thune (01:35): "We feel very good about the path that we're on and getting this across the finish line by the end of the week."
However, Callaghan notes that any changes made by the Senate will require House approval, adding an additional layer of complexity to the budget's passage.
Economic Update: Wall Street Surges
The financial markets experienced a robust rally, with major indices closing significantly higher:
- Dow Jones Industrial Average up by 507 points
- Nasdaq increased by 281 points
- S&P 500 rose by 67 points
This surge comes as investors respond positively to the latest economic data and legislative developments, reflecting confidence in the current administration's policies.
Legal News: Sean 'Diddy' Combs Trial and Trump's Defamation Case
Jack Callaghan provides updates on high-profile legal battles:
Sean 'Diddy' Combs Sex Trafficking Case
After six weeks of intense testimony, the federal sex trafficking trial against Sean 'Diddy' Combs is nearing its conclusion. Both the prosecution and defense have rested their cases without calling additional witnesses. The trial is set to proceed to closing arguments on Thursday.
Defamation Verdict Against President Trump
A significant legal battle continues as an appeals court reviews the defamation verdict against President Trump:
- Tanya J. Powers (02:53): "A three judge panel of the Second Circuit Court of Appeals is weighing whether presidential immunity should invalidate last year's $83 million jury verdict in the defamation lawsuit against President Trump by former columnist E. Jean Carroll."
The appellate court is considering whether presidential immunity applies to the case where Trump was ordered to pay Carroll for defaming her after he denied her 2019 accusation of sexual assault. Earlier, the same court upheld a separate $5 million award to Carroll.
Local News: New York City Mayoral Primary
New York City residents braved extreme heat to participate in the Democratic mayoral primary, featuring a closely contested race between two frontrunners:
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Andrew Cuomo, the former New York Governor seeking a political comeback after his 2021 resignation amid a sexual harassment scandal. He campaigns on restoring stability to the city.
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Zoran Mandani, a 33-year-old Democratic socialist state lawmaker aiming to become NYC's first Muslim mayor. His platform includes proposals for free child care and city-owned grocery stores. However, Mandani faces criticism for his stance on Israel, having refused to acknowledge its right to exist as a Jewish state and criticized Israel instead of Hamas following the October 7 attacks.
Nate Foy provides further insights into the candidates' positions and the dynamics of the race:
- Nate Foy (03:38): "For Cuomo, this would be a big time political comeback... Mandani would be New York City's first Muslim mayor."
Incumbent Mayor Eric Adams is running as an independent in this election, adding another layer of competition to the primary.
Closing Remarks
The update concludes with a reminder about the upcoming COUNTRY show hosted by Will Kane, airing live at noon Eastern from Monday through Thursday on Fox News platforms.
This detailed summary captures the key discussions and insights from the June 24, 2025, episode of Fox News Hourly Update, providing listeners with a comprehensive overview of national and local events, legislative developments, economic trends, and high-profile legal cases.