4PM ET 06/30/2025 Newscast

Summary

Fox News Hourly Update Episode: 4 PM ET 06/30/2025 Newscast | Release Date: June 30, 2025

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1. Senate Votes on President Trump's Economic Bill

Timestamp: [00:02] - [00:52]

Tom Graham, the host, reports that the Senate is actively voting on amendments to President Donald Trump's ambitious economic package, dubbed the "big beautiful bill." This legislation is pivotal for the administration's economic agenda, with Democrats unified in their opposition.

Chad Pergram, Fox News correspondent, elaborates on the political maneuvering:

"Democrats will eventually engineer tough votes for Republicans. It's an effort to highlight what Democrats believe are bad provisions in the bill." [00:15]

Pergram explains that Democrats are introducing amendments aimed at challenging Republican lawmakers, particularly focusing on the elimination of tax credits for green energy and electric vehicles (EVs). Republicans counter by accusing Democrats of crafting amendments that could jeopardize Republican reelection efforts in the upcoming year. The bill's passage may require Vice President Mike Pence to cast a tie-breaking vote due to the narrow 534-47 Senate majority held by Republicans. Additionally, Pergram notes that while some House conservatives are opposing Senate modifications, GOP members express satisfaction with the agreement on the State and Local Tax (SALT) deductions.

2. Sean "Diddy" Combs Faces Sex Trafficking Trial

Timestamp: [00:52] - [01:47]

Tom Graham shifts focus to the high-profile legal case of Sean "Diddy" Combs, who is on the brink of a potentially life-altering verdict after seven weeks of testimony in a sex trafficking trial.

CB Cotton, Fox News reporter, provides detailed coverage:

"Sean Diddy Combs' fate is now in the hands of the jury, made up of eight men and four women who have begun deliberations to decide whether they believe prosecutors who say Diddy created a criminal kingdom using his fame, violence and fear to get what he wanted, especially when it came to sex." [01:03]

Cotton highlights that jurors have requested clarification on the law after reviewing extensive evidence, including testimonies from 34 witnesses, two ex-girlfriends, former employees, explicit texts, videos, and financial records. Lead Prosecutor Maureen Comey asserts that this comprehensive evidence substantiates charges of racketeering, conspiracy, and sex trafficking against Combs.

3. Tragic Attack Targets Pro-Israel Demonstrators in Colorado

Timestamp: [01:47] - [02:29]

Tom Graham reports the death of 82-year-old Karen Diamond, who succumbed to injuries sustained from a Molotov cocktail attack on June 1 in Colorado. The attack specifically targeted pro-Israel demonstrators, marking a disturbing instance of targeted violence.

"Pro-Israel demonstrators were targeted. America is listening to FOX News." [01:47]

This incident underscores the rising tensions and the violent actions against specific community groups, prompting concerns over safety and the protection of minority communities.

4. White House Cracks Down on Tuition Benefits for Undocumented Students

Timestamp: [02:29] - [03:13]

Tom Graham discusses the White House's recent executive order aimed at curbing tuition benefits for undocumented college students, threatening to withdraw federal funding from states that do not comply.

Unnamed Reporter provides detailed context:

"The president's executive order says giving illegal immigrants benefits denied US Citizens is discrimination. And if states don't stop, they risk losing federal funding." [02:37]

The order affects approximately 500,000 undocumented students enrolled in U.S. universities, with around 300,000 receiving taxpayer-subsidized tuition. The reporter cites specific states, illustrating significant tuition differences:

• Vermont: In-state 17,000 vs. out-of-state 41,000 students
• California: A 237% difference in tuition
• Michigan: 14,000 in-state vs. 41,000 out-of-state, marking a $26,000 disparity

This policy aims to reduce the financial support for undocumented students, aligning with the administration’s stance on immigration and resource allocation.

5. Harvard University Under Scrutiny for Handling of Anti-Semitism and Anti-Muslim Bias

Timestamp: [03:13] - [03:43]

Tom Graham covers the Trump administration's findings that Harvard University has failed to adequately protect Jewish students from harassment. Following an investigation, the White House has issued a stern warning, threatening to cut all federal funding to the Ivy League institution if it does not take decisive action.

William Longevity, Fox News reporter in Southern California, reports:

"The White House is threatening to cut all federal funding to the Ivy League if it fails to take action." [03:13]

Harvard's president responds by acknowledging existing problems with both anti-Semitism and anti-Muslim bias on campus. However, he emphasizes that the university has made significant progress in combating prejudice and fostering an inclusive environment.

6. National Pride on the Decline in New Poll Findings

Timestamp: [03:43] - [04:13]

Tom Graham introduces a concerning trend as a new Gallup poll reveals a decline in national pride among Americans, just as Independence Day approaches.

Chris Foster, Fox News correspondent, details the poll results:

"Less than 3 in 5, 58% of Americans say they're very or extremely proud to be an American. In a new Gallup poll, 92% of Republicans are [proud], while only 36% of Democrats are, the widest split in the poll's history going back to January 2001." [03:43]

Foster notes that independent voters show a moderate national pride at 53%, marking an all-time low. The data also reveal a generational divide:

• Generation Z (28 and younger): 40% proud
• Millennials (29-44): 60% proud
• Older Generations: Over 70% proud

This decline in national pride, particularly among younger Americans, may reflect increasing political polarization and societal challenges.

7. Severe Forest Fires and Heat Wave Impacting Turkey and Beyond

Timestamp: [04:13] - [04:26]

Tom Graham concludes the update with reports of severe forest fires in Turkey, exacerbated by high winds and hot, dry weather conditions. These fires are causing significant damage to holiday homes and other properties. Additionally, Turkey and neighboring countries continue to grapple with a persistent heat wave, raising concerns about climate resilience and emergency preparedness.

"By high winds and hot dry weather damaging some holiday homes in Turkey. And this is that country and others face a lingering heat wave." [04:13]

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Transcript

[Tom Graham]

Marathon voting underway. I'm Tom Graham, FOX News. The Senate is voting on amendments to President Trump's so called big beautiful bill. At stake, the future of the administration's economic agenda. Democrats united against the measure. Fox's Chad Pergram.

[Chad Pergram]

Democrats will eventually engineer tough votes for Republicans. It's an effort to highlight what Democrats believe are bad provisions in the bill. Republicans are railing against Democrats designing amendments to put Republicans facing tough reelection bids next year in a tough spot. One thing Democrats are highlighting is the evaporation of tax credits for green energy and EVs. Now Republicans might need Vice President Vance to break a tie to pass the bill. Then it's on to the House. But some House conservatives oppose Senate changes to the bill. GOP members are pleased with the deal on SALT for state and local taxes.

[Tom Graham]

Republicans hold a 5347 Senate majority. Sean Diddy Combs could spend the rest of his life behind bars after jurors heard seven weeks of testimony in a sex trafficking trial.

[CB Cotton]

Sean Diddy Combs fate is now in the hands of the jury, made up of eight men and four women who have begun deliberations to decide whether they believe prosecutors who say Diddy created a criminal kingdom using his fame, violence and fear to get what he wanted, especially when it came to sex. Jurors have sent back one note asking for clarification on the law. Prosecutors called 34 witnesses, including two of Diddy's ex girlfriends and former employees. Lead prosecutor Maureen Comey telling jurors the testimony of the witnesses plus other evidence like explicit text and videos, bank, flight and hotel records all prove Diddy is guilty of the charges which include racketeering, conspiracy and sex trafficking. CB Cotton, Fox News.

[Tom Graham]

82 year old Karen diamond has died from injuries following a June 1 Molotov cocktail attack in Colorado. Pro Israel demonstrators were targeted. America is listening to FOX News.

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[Tom Graham]

The White House putting some states on notice threatening to pull federal funding if they ignored executive order aimed at cutting tuition benefits for undocumented college students.

[Unnamed Reporter]

So the president's executive order says giving illegal immigrants benefits denied US Citizens is discrimination. And if states don't stop, they risk losing federal funding. So about a half a million undocumented students attend U.S. universities. Two thirds, some 300,000 receive taxpayer subsidized tuition. So the break is huge, right? Examples Vermont in state 17,000 out of state 41,000 $24,000 difference California difference 237% Michigan 14,000 vs. 41,000, a $26,000 difference.

[Tom Graham]

Fox's William Longevity in Southern California, Harvard University failing to protect Jewish students from harassment. That's according to the Trump administration. Following an investigation, the White House is threatening to cut all federal funding to the Ivy League if it fails to take action. Federal task force sent a letter to Harvard today. Harvard's president, though, acknowledges problems with anti Semitism and anti Muslim bias, but says the university has made strides to fight prejudice. As Americans prepare to celebrate the Independence Day, July 4, a new poll finding national pride is in a decline.

[Chris Foster]

Less than 3 in 5, 58% of Americans say they're very or extremely proud to be an American. In a new Gallup poll, 92% of Republicans are 36% of Democrats, the widest split in the poll's history going back to January 2001. Independents national prize is 53%. That's an all time low. Pride goes down as respondents get younger. Four in 10 in Generation Z, people 28 and younger, six in 10 millennials aged 29 to 44 and at least seven in 10 for older generations. Chris Foster, FOX NEWS Forest fires fanned.

[Tom Graham]

By high winds and hot dry weather damaging some holiday homes in Turkey. And this is that country and others face a lingering heat wave. I'm Tom Graham and this is FOX News.

[Unnamed Host]

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