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

Host: Fox News Podcasts
Date: September 27, 2025

Overview

This fast-paced episode covers major breaking news and political developments in the US and abroad. The update centers on President Trump’s deployment of troops to Portland in response to escalating political violence, significant weather events, a diplomatic conflict over Colombia, recent indictments related to former FBI officials, the looming US government shutdown, and security threats in Denmark.

1. US Troops Deployed to Portland (00:02–00:44)

Key Points:

• President Trump is sending US troops to Portland, Oregon, aiming to counter what he labels "domestic terrorism networks" following the assassination of Charlie Kirk.
• Focus on left-leaning groups like Antifa.
• Secretary of War, Pete Hegseth, directed to provide armed assistance at Portland and ICE facilities "under siege."
• Portland’s mayor reports presence of armored vehicles and more federal agents, without the city’s invitation.

Notable Quotes:

• "President Trump has been focused on taking down what he calls domestic terrorism networks in the wake of Charlie Kirk's assassination..." – Madeleine Rivera (00:12)
• "[Trump] says he's authorizing full force if necessary." – Madeleine Rivera (00:34)
• "The city's mayor reported seeing armored vehicles and more federal agents in the city. He says they did not ask them to come." – Madeleine Rivera (00:39)

2. Weather Alert: Tropical Storm Imelda (00:44–01:37)

Key Points:

• Tropical Storm Imelda is forecasted to strengthen into a minimal hurricane, potentially heading toward the Carolinas next week.
• Landfall appears less likely, but impacts such as rainfall, flood watches, and strong winds are expected.
• Residents advised to stay vigilant despite being outside the ‘cone’ of direct impact.

Notable Quotes:

• "It will become Tropical Storm Imelda and then forecast to become a minimal hurricane by the early part of the week." – Mike Sideel (00:59)
• "Even though the Carolina coast is not in the cone, you can still have impacts outside of the cone." – Mike Sideel (01:21)

3. Diplomatic Rift: US Revokes Colombian President’s Visa (01:37–02:00)

Key Points:

• The US revoked the visa of Colombia’s president after he publicly urged US military personnel in New York to disobey President Trump’s orders.
• Reflects escalating diplomatic tensions between the US and Colombia over the current administration's policies.

4. Indictment of Former FBI Director James Comey (02:32–03:24)

Key Points:

• Former FBI Director James Comey has been indicted for making a false statement and obstruction concerning his 2020 testimony.
• President Trump asserts further indictments are possible, framing actions as pursuit of justice rather than revenge.
• Trump criticizes Democrats for ‘weaponizing’ the Justice Department, alleging political motivations.

Notable Quotes:

• "It's not a list, but I think there'll be others. I mean, they're corrupt. These were corrupt radical left Democrats. It's about justice, really. It's not revenge." – President Trump (02:58)
• "They are sick, radical left people and they can't get away with it." – President Trump (03:10)
• "Trump also telling reporters that Democrats, quote, weaponized the Justice Department like nobody in history..." – Chanley Painter (03:15)

5. US Government Shutdown Looms (03:24–04:02)

Key Points:

• Federal budget negotiations are at an impasse with a potential government shutdown approaching.
• Republican Senator Bernie Marino criticizes Democrats for proposed healthcare benefits for undocumented immigrants, cuts to rural hospitals, and increased spending.
• Republicans demand Democrats accept their offer or be held responsible for a shutdown.

Notable Quotes:

• "The Democrats...want to give illegals health care. They want to shut down rural hospitals by getting rid of the Rural Hospital Opportunity Fund. They want to add $1.4 trillion in new spending that is a non starter." – Senator Bernie Marino (03:43)

6. Security Alert: Drone Sightings in Denmark (04:02–04:29)

Key Points:

• Drones have been spotted at Danish defense facilities, following earlier sightings near airports that caused disruptions.
• The Danish government has issued unclear statements about the timing of these incidents, raising security concerns.

Memorable Moments

• President Trump’s uncompromising stance on domestic deployment of troops and projected “full force if necessary.” (00:34)
• The rare revocation of a foreign presidential visa in reaction to open defiance on US soil. (01:37–02:00)
• Trump signals continued legal pursuits against political opponents, intensifying partisan divides. (02:58–03:15)
• Dire warnings from Senator Marino about the possible government shutdown and contentious federal budget priorities. (03:43)

Additional Information

• For real-time severe weather updates, listeners are urged to use the FOX Weather app. (01:37)
• Listeners are encouraged to access more FOX News and related commentary online and through FOX podcast platforms. (04:29)

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