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Fox News Hourly Update: 5AM ET 12/10/2025 Newscast

Overview

This episode delivers a concise roundup of significant national and international news stories as of December 10, 2025. Major highlights include President Trump’s rally in Pennsylvania, heightened U.S. military activity near Venezuela, a shooting at Kentucky State University, a historic mayoral race in Miami, criminal charges against an Army physician in Texas, and new Illinois legislation restricting federal immigration enforcement. The episode maintains FOX News’ direct, fast-paced reporting tone.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

President Trump’s Pennsylvania Rally

[00:03–00:27] President Trump addressed supporters at the Mount Airy Casino in Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania, emphasizing his commitment to making life more affordable, clearly targeting economic concerns post-midterm elections.
- Trump’s presence in Pennsylvania is strategically noteworthy, especially following Republicans’ 2024 victory in the state over Kamala Harris.
- The episode highlights “affordability” as the President’s focal message in reaction to Democrats' electoral gains advocate for lower costs.
Quote [00:15] (Trump):
- “I just want to say hello, Pennsylvania, and I'm thrilled to be back. This is incredible Commonwealth with so many proud, hardworking American patriots.”

U.S. Military Activity Near Venezuela

[00:27–00:56] Two F/A-18 fighter jets conducted a 30-minute operation just north of Venezuela’s coastline, marking the closest known approach to Venezuelan airspace to date.
- U.S. defense officials describe it as a “routine training mission” remaining in international airspace.
- Tensions are referenced amid increased U.S. activity and recent actions against suspected drug smuggling routes in nearby regions.

Kentucky State University Shooting

[00:56–01:34] One person is dead, another critically injured after a shooting at Kentucky State University.
- Governor Andy Beshear clarifies the incident is not a mass shooting nor random: the “suspected shooter is already in custody.”
- Quote [01:17] (Gov. Beshear):
  - “Not a mass shooting or a random incident. Based on what I've been told and the suspected shooter is already in custody. That means that while this was scary, there is no ongoing threat and I believe our families are safe.”
- Kentucky State is a historically Black university located near Frankfort’s Capitol building.

Historic Mayoral Race in Miami

[01:34–02:01] Democrat Eileen Higgins wins the Miami mayoral race, defeating Republican Emilio Gonzalez, who was endorsed by President Trump.
- The election ends a decades-long Republican losing streak in the city.

Army Gynecologist Charged with Filming Patients

[02:32–03:12] Major Blaine McGraw, an Army gynecologist at Fort Hood, Texas, faces charges for secretly filming 44 patients during exams; over 100 have now come forward allegedly as victims.
- He was suspended following a lawsuit, and the investigation is ongoing.
- Quote [02:44] (Gary Baumgarten):
  - “Although he's charged with filming 44 patients, more than 100 have come forward claiming they were his victims.”

Illinois’ Immigration Enforcement Restrictions

[03:12–03:54] Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker signs new legislation prohibiting federal immigration enforcement near sensitive locations such as courthouses, hospitals, college campuses, and daycare facilities.
- The law introduces the possibility of civil lawsuits against officers violating constitutional rights.
- Quote [03:30] (Gov. Pritzker):
  - “Dropping your kid off at daycare, going to the doctor or attending classes should not be a life altering risk.”
The move is a direct response to intensified Trump administration enforcement activities in Chicago.

Powerball Jackpot Update

[04:04–04:29] The episode notes the Powerball jackpot has reached $930 million, the sixth largest in history, with a cash value of $429 million.
- Refers to the last win on September 6th that was split between two tickets.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

President Trump [00:15]:
“I just want to say hello, Pennsylvania, and I'm thrilled to be back. This is incredible Commonwealth with so many proud, hardworking American patriots.”
Governor Andy Beshear [01:17]:
“Not a mass shooting or a random incident… while this was scary, there is no ongoing threat and I believe our families are safe.”
Reporter Gary Baumgarten [02:44]:
“Although he's charged with filming 44 patients, more than 100 have come forward claiming they were his victims.”
Governor J.B. Pritzker [03:30]:
“Dropping your kid off at daycare, going to the doctor or attending classes should not be a life altering risk.”

Important Timestamps

00:03 – President Trump’s Pennsylvania rally overview
00:27 – Details on U.S. fighter jets’ activity near Venezuela
00:56 – Kentucky State University shooting confirmed, governor’s comments and reassurance
01:34 – Miami’s mayoral race and outcome
02:32 – Charges against Army gynecologist at Fort Hood, Texas
03:12 – New Illinois law limiting federal immigration enforcement
04:04 – Powerball jackpot update

This coverage provides listeners with a direct, facts-first briefing on U.S. political, legal, and public safety developments, giving context to pressing national headlines and government action.

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The president and the Poconos. I'm Ted Lindner, Fox News. President Trump rallying supporters Tuesday night in the swing state of Pennsylvania, telling a Mount Pocono crowd at the Mount Airy casino he's making life more affordable.
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I just want to say hello, Pennsylvania, and I'm thrilled to be back. This is incredible Commonwealth with so many proud, hardworking American patriots.
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The president's been focusing his rhetoric on affordability after Democrats made gains pledging to bring down costs during last month's off year elections. The president winning the state of Pennsylvania in 2024 over Kamala Harris. The US deployed two F A18 fighter jets over the Gulf of Venezuela Tuesday in what appears to be the closest known approach of American military aircraft to Venezuelan airspace so far. Flight tracking data showing the jets flying for about 30 minutes north of the coastline. A US defense official called it a routine training mission, stressing the aircraft's state and international airspace. The flight comes amid months of increased US Military activity following strikes on suspected drug smuggling vessels in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific. One person is dead, another in critical condition after shooting at Kentucky State University. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear saying this was.
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Not a mass shooting or a random incident. Based on what I've been told and the suspected shooter is already in custody. That means that while this was scary, there is no ongoing threat and I believe our families are safe.
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Kentucky State a public historically Black University, about 2,200 students. The school sits about 2 miles east of the Capitol building in Frankfort. And Democrat Eileen Higgins has won the mayor's race in Miami, defeating Emilio Gonzalez, a Republican endorsed by President Trump, ending the party's three decade long losing streak in the city. America's listening to FOX News.
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An army gynecologist is charged with secretly filming 44 female patients during medical exams at a Texas military base. Fox's Gary Baumgarten with the details on this story.
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Although he's charged with filming 44 patients, more than 100 have come forward claiming they were his victims. The army says 47 year old Major Blaine McGraw's victims were filmed at a medical center at Fort Hood, Texas. McGraw was suspended from his post in October after a patient filed a lawsuit and the army launched its investigation, which is still ongoing. Gary Baumgarten, FOX News.
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Illinois governor imposing new restrictions on federal immigration enforcement. Fox's Kristin Goodwin has more details on that.
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An Illinois law will prohibit federal officials from taking enforcement action against immigrants near courthouses, hospitals, on college campuses or in daycare facilities.
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Dropping your kid off at daycare, going to the doctor or attending classes should not be a life altering risk. Governor J.B. pritzker, this legislation that I'm signing today will allow for a civil lawsuit against law enforcement officers who violate the Illinois or or United States constitutional rights of the members of the public that they are supposed to be protecting.
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Stressing no one is above the law. The legislation is in response to President Trump's crackdown on immigration in the Chicago area. Kristin Goodwin, Fox News.
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And tonight's Powerball jackpot is the sixth biggest prize of all time. It's worth $930 million. If you win, that's a cash value of at least 429 million. The Powerball jackpot won on September 6th by two tickets, one in Missouri, the other in Texas that split a 1.787 billion dollar prize. I'm Ted Lindner. This is Fox.
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