4PM ET 10/01/2025 Newscast

Summary

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Fox News Hourly Update: 4PM ET 10/01/2025 Newscast

Date: October 1, 2025
Host: Dana Perino, FOX News Podcasts
Main Theme:
This episode provides rapid-fire updates on the ongoing U.S. government shutdown, funding for major infrastructure projects, the latest efforts toward a Gaza peace deal, and the passing of the legendary wildlife advocate Dr. Jane Goodall.

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Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Government Shutdown and Capitol Hill Negotiations

Timestamps: 00:02–01:34

• Deadlocked Senate Votes:

  • Multiple failed attempts in the Senate to pass spending bills to end the government shutdown.
  • Emergence of bipartisan conversations aiming for a compromise, possibly a shorter interim spending bill.

• Quote [00:38 | Chad Pergrim]:
  "The conversation we're having is just the beginning conversation about what a compromise could look like. There's been nothing's been reached. But you know, there are some Republicans that earnestly want to solve this."

• Democratic and Republican Divide:

  • Democrats want to extend subsidies lowering Obamacare premiums.
  • Republicans, voiced by Vice President J.D. Vance, accuse Democrats of pushing for provisions that would provide health care to undocumented immigrants.

• Quote [00:58 | Vice President J.D. Vance]:
  "We think the American people's government ought to benefit American citizens. The Democrats are willing to shut it down to benefit illegal aliens. The contrast couldn't be more clear."

• Mutual Accusations:

  • Both parties accuse each other of dishonesty regarding the nature and recipients of healthcare coverage.

• Infrastructure Funding Amid Shutdown:

  • Funds for two major New York mass transit projects are being withheld, allegedly for political leverage.
  • Associated consequences include the furlough of transportation workers.

• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Critique:

  • The White House budget chief argues that funding for halted projects relied on "unconstitutional" DEI principles.

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2. Market Update

Timestamp: 01:57

• Wall Street Closes at Record Highs:
  • Dow Jones up 43 points.
  • S&P up 22 points.
  • Nasdaq up 95 points.

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3. Middle East Updates: Gaza Peace Proposal

Timestamps: 02:29–03:13

• Latest on Gaza Peace Talks:

  • President Trump is awaiting a response from Hamas regarding a 20-point plan for peace, hostages' release, and Gaza reconstruction—already accepted by Israel.
  • Hamas is reportedly requesting amendments to the deal.
  • The proposal is backed by Israel, the U.S., and several Arab leaders.

• Quote [02:36 | Jared Halpern]:
  "President Trump says he is giving Hamas three or four days to consider a 20 point plan designed to end the war in Gaza, free all remaining hostages and begin reconstructing the war torn territory."

• Escalation in Gaza City:

  • Israeli forces intensify their offensive; Palestinians ordered to evacuate.

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4. Remembering Dr. Jane Goodall

Timestamps: 03:29–04:11

• Passing of a Legend:

  • Dr. Jane Goodall, renowned British primatologist and anthropologist, died of natural causes at 91 during a U.S. speaking tour.
  • Lauded for her pioneering chimpanzee research and global environmental advocacy.

• Quote [03:49 | Carmen Roberts]:
  "Dr. Goodall's discoveries as a mythologist revolutionized science, and she was a tireless advocate for the protection and restoration of our natural world."

• Impact:

  • Goodall’s work transformed the scientific understanding of animal societies and inspired generations of environmentalists.

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Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Bipartisan Concern about the Shutdown:
  "There's a little bit of chatter right now about trying to find a way out of this cul de sac." — Chad Pergrim (00:15)

• Partisan Clash on Healthcare Funding:
  "Each side accuses the other of lying on that issue." — Dana Perino (01:07)

• White House Response on Gaza:
  "I can tell you that there are some very sensitive discussions that are taking place, but I certainly don't want to get ahead of any announcement at this podium." — Caroline Levitt, White House Press Secretary (02:47)

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Important Timestamps

• 00:02–01:34: Government Shutdown, Senate Negotiations, Healthcare Funding Clash, Infrastructure Impacts
• 01:57: Record Wall Street Close
• 02:29–03:13: Gaza Peace Proposal Developments, White House Reaction
• 03:29–04:11: Dr. Jane Goodall’s Passing and Legacy

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Tone & Language

• The episode maintains FOX’s typical direct, urgent news tone.
• Politicians’ statements reflect a sharply divided, combative climate.
• Reporting on Dr. Goodall is respectful and appreciative.
• Market updates are concise and factual.

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Summary:
This Fox News Hourly Update captures the turbulence of the ongoing government shutdown, bipartisan attempts (and gridlock) to reach a funding deal, international tensions around the Gaza crisis, and the reverent commemoration of Dr. Jane Goodall’s life. Punctuated by notable quotes and brief but impactful reporting, the episode offers a snapshot of a fraught but eventful news day.

Transcript

[Dana Perino]

A possible path forward. On Capitol Hill, Lisa Brady, FOX NEWS. There's talk of a shorter interim spending bill after the same proposals that failed to avoid a government shutdown yesterday failed again today in the Senate.

[Chad Pergrim]

But during that vote series on the floor, there was a coalition of bipartisan senators who went to the floor and were talking back and forth. There's a little bit of chatter right now about trying to find a way out of this cul de sac. Every time you get into a shutdown, that's when people say, oh, we're here. Let's try to figure a way out of it.

[Dana Perino]

Fox's Chad Pergrim on Capitol Hill, where Arizona Democratic Senator Ruben Gallego tells him.

[Ruben Gallego]

Look, the conversation we're having is just.

[Chad Pergrim]

The beginning conversation about what a compromise could look like. There's been nothing's been reached. But you know, there are some Republicans that earnestly want to solve this.

[Dana Perino]

Democrats want to extend subsidies that help lower Obamacare premiums. But Vice President J.D. vance says they also want provisions that would end up covering health care for illegal immigrants.

[Ruben Gallego]

We think the American people's government ought to benefit American citizens. The Democrats are willing to shut it down to benefit illegal aliens. The contrast couldn't be more clear.

[Dana Perino]

Each side accuses the other of lying on that issue. The House and Senate Democratic leaders are now also accusing the president of using two New York area mass transit projects for political revenge with billions in funding now being held up. The vice president telling reporters, we want.

[Ruben Gallego]

To do everything that we can to help the American people. But when the Democrats shut down the government, we have to actually do a little triage to make sure the most critical and most essential services are provided.

[Dana Perino]

The Associated Press reporting those New York projects also include transportation workers who've been furloughed in the shutdown. But the White House budget chief said the funding had been based on what he calls unconstitutional diversity, equity and inclusion principles. Back to back records on Wall street, The Dow up 43 points at the bell. America is listening to FOX News.

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[Dana Perino]

President Trump still waiting for a response from Hamas about a Gaza peace proposal already agreed to by Israel.

[Jared Halpern]

President Trump says He is giving Hamas three or four days to consider a 20 point plan designed to end the war in Gaza, free all remaining hostages and begin reconstructing the war torn territory.

[Dana Perino]

I can tell you that there are some very sensitive discussions that are taking place, but I certainly don't want to get ahead of any announcement at this podium.

[Jared Halpern]

White House Press Secretary Caroline Levitt says the president's plan has the backing of Israel as well as Arab leaders. This week, President Trump told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu he would have full US Backing to finish the job in Gaza if Hamas refuses the deal. At the White House, Jared Halpern, FOX News.

[Dana Perino]

One senior Hamas official has reportedly said the deal needs to be amended. This as the latest Israeli offensive continues in Gaza City, where Israel's defense minister has ordered all remaining Palestinians to leave. A legendary wildlife advocate has died.

[Erin McCombs]

British primatologist, anthropologist and friend to chimpanzees, Dr. Jane Goodall died of natural causes, according to the Jane Goodall Institute, which she founded.

[Carmen Roberts]

She was in California as part of her speaking tour in the United States.

[Erin McCombs]

Erin McCombs with the Institute announced Goodall's death at an event Wednesday in Pasadena.

[Carmen Roberts]

Dr. Goodall's discoveries as a mythologist revolutionized science and she was a tireless advocate for the protection and restoration of our natural world.

[Erin McCombs]

Goodall was 26 when she traveled to Tanzania to conduct what became a pioneering study on chimpanzees and their social structures, which led her to become a fierce advocate for animals and the environment.

[Dana Perino]

Fox's Carmen Roberts. Jane Goodall was 91. Recapping stocks, the Dow up 43 points to another record close. The S and P also with a record close up 22 points. The Nasdaq up 95. Elise Sabrady, Fox News I'm Dana Perino. This week on Perino on Politics, I am joined by executive vice president at Targeted victory, Matt Gorman.

[Ruben Gallego]

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