Fox News Hourly Update – 5AM ET 11/23/2025 Newscast

Episode Overview:
This episode delivers a concise roundup of major national and global news events, focusing on a deadly shooting in Phoenix, developments in the Russia-Ukraine war, a violent incident involving a college athlete, escalating U.S. military presence in the Caribbean, and growing debate over congressional stock trading. The tone is urgent, direct, and informative, providing listeners with the latest updates on evolving stories.

Key News Stories and Discussion Points

1. Deadly Shooting Following Road Dispute in Phoenix

[00:03–00:47]

• Incident Summary:

  • One person was killed and three others wounded after a violent confrontation between the drivers of a gray Dodge and a white SUV.
  • The driver of the Dodge fired into the SUV during a physical altercation.
  • Victims: Male driver killed, female passenger and two young children injured; a third child unharmed.
  • All injured were hospitalized; the shooter is in custody.
  • Investigators are reviewing surveillance; relationship between drivers unclear.

• Reporter Quote:

  • “Detectives are still watching surveillance footage and trying to piece together what started all of this. As of right now, it's still unclear if the two drivers knew each other.”
    — Taylor Wuertz, FOX News [00:37]

2. Trump Administration’s 28-Point Peace Plan for Russia-Ukraine War Met with Global Criticism

[00:47–01:40]

• Diplomatic Developments:

  • U.S., Ukrainian, and European envoys to meet in Geneva about the proposed plan.
  • The plan reportedly includes: Ukraine ceding territory to Russia, abandoning NATO ambitions, and limiting its army size.
  • Global leaders, especially from the U.S. and Europe, criticize the plan for favoring Russia and asking too much of Ukraine.
  • Ukraine’s president warns the proposal jeopardizes national dignity and U.S. support.
  • Deadline: Ukraine given until Thursday to accept or reject; Trump says it may not be the final offer.

• Notable Quote:

  • “They argue it must be revised because it's overly favorable to Russia and demands too many concessions from Ukraine.”
    — Fox News report [01:00]
  • “Ukraine's president warns the proposal may force his country to choose between losing its dignity or risk losing US support.”
    — Fox News report [01:23]

3. University of Alabama Birmingham Football Player Arrested after Stabbing Teammates

[01:40–01:59]

• Incident Summary:

  • Two teammates stabbed by Daniel Isri Mincey, a UAB football player.
  • Both victims in stable condition; Mincey charged with aggravated assault and attempted murder.
  • Investigation ongoing.

• News Brief:

  • “The victims are in stable condition. Daniel Isri Mincey was booked Saturday on aggravated assault and attempted murder charges.”
    — Chanley Painter, FOX News [01:45]

4. U.S. Military Crackdown on Alleged Narco-Terrorism in the Caribbean

[03:38–04:25]

• Military Presence and Action:

  • U.S. ramping up operations, citing narco-terrorism threats.
  • F-35 stealth jets launching from Puerto Rico; B-52 bombers perform attack demonstrations near Venezuela.
  • About 25% of deployed U.S. warships now in the Caribbean.
  • Over 200 Tomahawk cruise missiles deployed, ready for action inside Venezuela.

• Notable Quote:

  • “The vanguard of this operation Southern spear of USS Gerald R. Ford with four squadrons of F18 Super Hornets aboard. There are now over 200 Tomahawk cruise missiles deployed in theater ready to fire at predetermined targets inside Venezuela.”
    — Lucas Tomlinson, FOX News [04:11]

5. Debate over Congressional Stock Trading Intensifies

[04:25–05:06]

• Current Law and Push for Change:

  • 2012’s Stock Act requires disclosure but allows trading.
  • Bipartisan lawmakers want to ban members and their families from trading or owning individual stocks.
  • Ongoing concern over members profiting from well-timed trades; investor apps now track congressional trades.

• Reporter Quote:

  • “Several reports show members in both parties profiting from well timed trades or beating markets overall performances. There's even an app where investors can connect their trades with a member of Congress's.”
    — Rich Edson, FOX News [04:58]

6. President Trump on Business Interests and a New Golf Project

[05:06–05:34]

• Other Presidential News:
  • Trump asserts he has no involvement with his family’s businesses.
  • Announces partnership with golfer Jack Nicklaus to revamp golf courses at Joint Base Andrews.
  • Trump toured the courses and vowed improvements.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On the Phoenix shooting investigation:
  “Detectives are still watching surveillance footage and trying to piece together what started all of this.”
  — Taylor Wuertz, FOX News [00:37]

• On Ukraine’s dilemma:
  “Ukraine’s president warns the proposal may force his country to choose between losing its dignity or risk losing US support.”
  — Fox News report [01:23]

• On new U.S. military power in the Caribbean:
  “There are now over 200 Tomahawk cruise missiles deployed in theater ready to fire at predetermined targets inside Venezuela.”
  — Lucas Tomlinson, FOX News [04:14]

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Phoenix Shooting: 00:03–00:47
• Russia-Ukraine Peace Plan: 00:47–01:40
• UAB Football Stabbings: 01:40–01:59
• U.S. Military in Caribbean: 03:38–04:25
• Congressional Stock Trading Debate: 04:25–05:06
• Presidential News – Business and Golf Partnership: 05:06–05:34

Summary:
This newscast delivers brisk, fact-driven updates on major developing stories in the U.S. and abroad, spotlighting both crisis and controversy with minimal editorializing. Urgent reporting on violence (Phoenix, UAB stabbing), contentious U.S. foreign policy (Ukraine peace plan), and national debates (congressional stock trading) punctuate a broadcast that reflects Fox News’ commitment to breaking news with a direct, matter-of-fact tone.