Fox News Hourly Update: 4PM ET 10/09/2025 Newscast

Date: October 9, 2025
Host: Lisa Brady
Podcast: Fox News Hourly Update

Overview

This episode delivers updates on pivotal international and domestic news stories, with a focus on the Israel-Hamas ceasefire process, U.S. political responses, government shutdown issues, court decisions related to gender-affirming care in North Dakota, and New York’s battle for transit safety funding. Market updates round out the coverage.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Israel-Hamas Ceasefire and Peace Deal

• Developments:
  The Israeli cabinet is nearing a crucial vote on the Trump-brokered plan to end the Gaza war. Phase one includes a ceasefire and the release of remaining hostages, set to begin immediately pending approval.
  “Cautious optimism that a peace deal will hold on… as the Israeli cabinet nears a vote on the Trump plan to end the war in Gaza after Israel and Hamas agreed to phase one…” — Lisa Brady [00:02]

• Ground Report:
  Correspondent Trey Yingst in Tel Aviv underscores the tense pre-ceasefire atmosphere, emphasizing uncertainty and hostages’ families’ anxiety.
  “These are the most tense moments. We've all covered this conflict for many years. And it's in these hours before a full cease fire goes into effect that things often go wrong…” — Trey Yingst [00:21]

• Future Challenges:
  Concerns linger about later phases requiring Hamas to disarm, but attention remains on the immediate hostage release and potential ceasefire.

• Presidential Perspective:
  President Trump voices plans to be in Israel soon and celebrates broader international optimism.
  “I'll probably be there. I hope to be there. And we're planning on leaving sometime Sunday. And I look forward to it. And everybody I see is celebrating in Israel, but they're celebrating in many other countries, too.” — Donald Trump [00:55]

• Hostage Update:
  Of 48 remaining hostages, 20 are believed alive; the timeline to recover others’ remains remains unclear.

2. U.S. Domestic Responses and Policy

• Oval Office Meeting:
  During a meeting with Finland’s president, President Trump confirms U.S. support for Finland if Russia attacked, though he downplays the likelihood and hints at potential new Russia sanctions. There's also affirmation of ongoing support for Ukraine.

• Government Shutdown Developments:
  Day nine of a government shutdown features continued congressional stalemate. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries speaks out:
  “Our position has been well articulated in defense of the American people. Cancel the cuts, lower the costs, save health care.” — Hakeem Jeffries [01:36]
  Short-term spending bills fail for the seventh time in the Senate.

3. Legal and Social Policy News

• North Dakota Gender-Affirming Care Ban:
  The state’s ban on gender-affirming care for minors remains upheld after a court ruling.
  “Judge upholds the state's ban on gender affirming care for minors, forcing families to seek treatment out of state... The ban, which went into effect two and a half years ago, criminalizes hormone treatment and puberty blockers for transgender youth and makes gender affirming surgery a felony.” — Carmen Roberts [02:37]

• Ruling Details:
  Judge Jackson Lofgren argues the law discriminates according to age, not sex, and doesn’t violate the state constitution.

• Broader Context:
  More than 20 states enforce similar laws. The U.S. Supreme Court’s June ruling supports state bans of this kind.

4. New York Federal Transit Funding Dispute

• Funding Challenge:
  New York officials are contesting the withholding of $34 million in federally earmarked public transit safety funds.
  “Federal funds that are being torn away from New York have actually made a difference.” — Jano Lieber, MTA Head [03:31]
  Governor Kathy Hochul decries the funding decision:
  “It's reckless, it's dangerous and it's illegal.” — Kathy Hochul [03:55]

• Legal Status:
  While a federal judge has not issued a ruling yet, the risk to public transit safety remains a concern.

• Ongoing Efforts:
  State and NYPD are actively working to maintain safety on city transit.

5. Financial Markets Update

• Stock Market Recap:
  Fox’s Granal Scott reports a market dip:
  • Dow down 243 points
  • S&P and NASDAQ both down 18 points
  • NASDAQ remains above 23,000 but retreats from record highs
    — [04:10]

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “These are the most tense moments… families of these hostages are waiting with bated breath.” — Trey Yingst, Tel Aviv [00:21]
• “I hope to be there...everybody I see is celebrating in Israel, but they're celebrating in many other countries, too.” — President Trump [00:55]
• “Judge upholds the state's ban on gender affirming care for minors, forcing families to seek treatment out of state.” — Carmen Roberts [02:37]
• “It's reckless, it's dangerous and it's illegal.” — Governor Kathy Hochul on federal transit funds dispute [03:55]
• “Cancel the cuts, lower the costs, save health care.” — Hakeem Jeffries, policy priorities [01:36]

Important Segments & Timestamps

• [00:02] — Israel-Hamas ceasefire and peace plan developments
• [00:21] — Reporter Trey Yingst on tensions in Tel Aviv
• [00:55] — President Trump on hostage release and planned visit
• [01:36] — Hakeem Jeffries on shutdown and policy
• [02:37] — North Dakota gender-affirming care ban ruling (Carmen Roberts)
• [03:31] — New York federal public transit funding dispute
• [04:10] — Market recap

Conclusion

This fast-paced update from Fox News covers breaking global and domestic events with direct reporting from conflict zones, remarks from senior political figures, and explanation of ongoing legal and political controversies. The coverage highlights both immediate developments—like the Israel-Hamas ceasefire—and broader policy struggles over transgender rights and federal funding.