Fox News Hourly Update – 5AM ET 11/08/2025 Newscast
Host: Chris DiMaio
Air Date: November 8, 2025
Podcast: Fox News Hourly Update
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This episode delivers succinct updates on major national news stories, including a Supreme Court emergency ruling about SNAP food assistance, President Trump’s push to eliminate the Senate filibuster, mass flight cancellations caused by FAA staff shortages, details on a thwarted Halloween terror attack, political commentary following Democratic victories, and additional quick updates from the U.S. and abroad.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Supreme Court Emergency Order on SNAP Food Aid
[00:02–00:53]
- The Supreme Court issued an emergency order temporarily blocking full SNAP food aid payments that a lower court had mandated.
- The Trump administration had claimed it could fund only half the normal amount of SNAP benefits due to use of contingency funds.
- The emergency block will last two days for the lower court to render a final order on the administration’s request.
- Some states reportedly already issued full payments to recipients on Friday.
Notable Quote:
- Chris DiMaio:
"The high court with a snap ruling... The Supreme Court issues an emergency order temporarily blocking full SNAP food aid payments."
[00:02]
2. President Trump Pressures GOP to End Senate Filibuster
[00:53–01:37]
- President Trump increases calls for Republican senators to eliminate the filibuster, citing gridlock over legislation and ongoing government shutdown.
- Trump claims dropping the filibuster would ensure passage of Republican legislative priorities, including voter ID laws, ending mail-in voting, no cash bail, banning "men in women's sports," and denying welfare to undocumented immigrants.
- Senate Republican leaders, such as Majority Leader John Thune, push back, warning it would give excessive power to Democrats if they reclaim the Senate.
Notable Quotes:
- Jared Halpern:
"President Trump says it does not make any sense for Republicans. Republicans do oppose scrapping the filibuster, the Senate rule requiring 60 votes for most legislation."
[00:58] - Trump Supporter/Commentator:
"Here's some of the things that we'd pass if we terminated the filibuster. Voter ID, no mail in voting, no cash bail, no men in women's sports, no welfare for illegals."
[01:07]
3. Massive Flight Cancellations Amid FAA Air Traffic Staff Shortages
[01:37–01:52]
- Over a thousand flights canceled nationwide due to air traffic controller shortages.
- FAA has already reduced air traffic by 4%, with plans to ramp up to a 10% reduction across 40 airports.
- Passengers and airlines are urged to expect continuing disruptions.
Notable Quote:
- Chanley Painter:
"Controllers reduced air traffic by 4% and plans to increase the flight cuts each day until there's a 10% reduction in flights across 40 airports nationwide."
[01:43]
4. Details Emerge in Alleged Halloween Terror Plot
[03:37–04:20]
- Two New Jersey teenagers, Thomas Khan Guzil and Milo Sadderat, face federal charges over a large-scale Halloween terror plot with intent to provide material support to ISIS.
- Guzil was arrested at Newark Airport on his way to join ISIS fighters.
- Sadderat reportedly expressed violent anti-Semitic intent in online messages, including threats against Jewish gatherings.
- Authorities uncovered ammunition and tactical gear related to the planned attack.
Notable Quote:
- Chanley Painter:
"Police say Thomas Khan Guzil and Milo Sadderat have both been hit with federal charges tied to a large scale Halloween terror plot, complete with ammo and tactical gear..."
[03:44] -
"For months, police say Sadarat sent messages fantasizing about killing Jews, even threatening to drive into a pro Israel rally in New Jersey to, quote, run over like 10 Jews."
[04:10]
5. Political Fallout: Democrats' Recent Wins and Biden Criticism
[04:20–04:39]
- Democrats held a celebratory fundraiser in Nebraska following recent victories.
- Ex-President Biden delivered pointed criticism of President Trump, describing him as a threat to U.S. institutions and democracy.
Notable Quote:
- Biden (via commentator):
"Trump is taking a wrecking ball not only to the people's House, but to the Constitution, to the rule of law, to our very democracy."
[04:29]
6. Aviation Safety: UPS & FedEx Ground MD-11 Fleets
[04:39–04:54]
- Following a deadly crash at a Kentucky UPS hub (14 fatalities), UPS and FedEx ground their MD-11 aircraft, citing caution while investigations continue.
- The affected planes represent 9% of the UPS fleet and 4% of FedEx's.
7. No U.S. Officials at G20 in South Africa
[04:54–05:13]
- President Trump announces no U.S. government representation at the upcoming G20 summit in South Africa.
- Cites concerns for white South African farmers, alleging killings and land seizures.
- The South African government refutes those claims as misinformation.
8. Other Notable Headlines
[05:13–05:34]
- A fire at a Turkish perfume depot kills six, injures one; investigation ongoing.
Memorable Quotes
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Chris DiMaio:
"The Supreme Court issues an emergency order temporarily blocking full SNAP food aid payments."
[00:02] -
Trump Supporter/Commentator:
"Here's some of the things that we'd pass if we terminated the filibuster..."
[01:07] -
Chanley Painter:
"Police say Thomas Khan Guzil and Milo Sadderat have both been hit with federal charges tied to a large scale Halloween terror plot..."
[03:44] -
Biden (via commentator):
"Trump is taking a wrecking ball not only to the people's House, but to the Constitution, to the rule of law, to our very democracy."
[04:29]
Important Timestamps & Segments
- 00:02 — Supreme Court SNAP ruling
- 00:53 — Trump and the Senate filibuster debate
- 01:37 — Air traffic flight reductions
- 03:37 — New Jersey teens arrested for Halloween terror plot
- 04:20 — Democratic political fundraiser and Biden comments
- 04:39 — UPS and FedEx groundings after crash
- 04:54 — U.S. skips G20, citing South Africa
- 05:13 — Fire at Turkish perfume depot
Summary
This tightly-packed FOX News Hourly Update covers urgent developments in U.S. judicial and legislative battles, growing travel and public safety issues, new terror charges, and the latest political skirmishes—delivering both breadth and immediacy for listeners wanting a rapid overview of the nation’s most important news as of November 8, 2025.