Fox News Hourly Update – 5PM ET 11/08/2025 Newscast

Host: Carmen Roberts, FOX News
Date: November 8, 2025

Episode Overview

This episode covers the latest developments amid an ongoing government shutdown, its impacts on air travel and federal workers, important court decisions affecting food assistance, President Trump's response to economic pressures ahead of Thanksgiving, aviation safety concerns following a UPS crash, and a controversial wildlife management project in the Pacific Northwest.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Government Shutdown: Impact and Stalemate

[00:02–01:30]

• Air Travel Disruptions:

  • FAA cuts have led to over 1,000 canceled flights.
  • Travelers face “hours just to get through security,” causing chaos for families and professionals.
    • “Parents traveling to see their kids have had their plans turned upside down. People traveling for funerals, family reunions, business trips have all too often been met with chaos.” (B, 00:23)

• Political Negotiations:

  • Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer highlights the personal toll and pleads for an end to the shutdown during a rare Saturday session.
  • Schumer proposes a one-year extension of Obamacare subsidies as a compromise; Republicans reject it.
  • Discussion of a short-term plan to fund the government through January and keep certain departments functioning.
  • Both sides stand firm, with little sign of resolution as the shutdown reaches Day 39, making it the longest in US history.
    • “Wheels are turning behind the scenes, but it's unclear if a weekend session can reopen the government.” (C, 00:52)

• Federal Workers’ Pay Stalemate:

  • Senate Democrats block, for the third time, a Republican-backed bill to pay government workers, citing executive overreach concerns.

2. Supreme Court & SNAP Payments

[01:30–01:59]

• Supreme Court denies the Trump administration's emergency appeal, requiring ongoing SNAP (food stamp) payments to continue for now.
  • “That’s leaving tens of millions of families in America in dire situations wondering how to put food on the table.” (A, 01:30)
  • The decision opens the door for a full appeal but maintains crucial food assistance during the shutdown.

3. Economic Pressures & The Thanksgiving Meal Debate

[02:16–03:06]

• Trump’s Affordability Claims:
  • President Trump asserts that Thanksgiving meals are “25% cheaper” this year, making affordability a central political theme.
  • Fact-checking emerges: Community note on X (Twitter) points out differences in meal contents and brands compared to last year.
    • “2025 Walmart Thanksgiving meal contains 15 items, while the 2024 meal contained 21 items.” (E, 02:26)
  • Editorial criticism surfaces: “Don't deny things are tough, Mr. President. Take another look at some of your economic policies and help make things better.” (NY Post quoted by E, 02:26)
  • Data indicates that prices at major retailers (Amazon, Walmart, Target) are up overall, despite official claims.

4. Aviation Safety: MD11 Groundings after Crash

[03:06–03:44]

• Following a fiery UPS cargo plane crash in Louisville, killing 14 people, both UPS and FedEx ground all MD11 aircraft.
  • “The McDonnell Douglas MD11 planes are the same aircraft involved in Tuesday's fiery crash of a UPS cargo plane. The two companies say the grounding...is being done out of an abundance of caution and at the recommendation of the manufacturer.” (F, 03:13)
  • MD11s account for approximately 9% of the UPS fleet and 4% of FedEx’s.
  • UPS assures continuity of service through contingency measures.

5. Wildlife Management Controversy – Barred Owl Culling

[03:44–End]

• The U.S. government begins culling up to 450,000 barred owls in California, Oregon, and Washington in an effort to protect the endangered spotted owl.
  • “The US government has begun shooting down up to 450,000 barred owls...in a controversial move meant to prevent the extinction of a rival owl.” (A, 03:44)
• The 30-year project is estimated to cost $1.35 billion and sparks debate over the ethics, effectiveness, and environmental impact.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Traveler Frustration:
  • “Parents traveling to see their kids have had their plans turned upside down.” (B, 00:23)
• On Shutdown Gridlock:
  • “Wheels are turning behind the scenes, but it's unclear if a weekend session can reopen the government.” (C, 00:52)
• On Food Hardship:
  • “That's leaving tens of millions of families in America in dire situations wondering how to put food on the table.” (A, 01:30)
• On Economic Messaging:
  • “Don't deny things are tough, Mr. President. Take another look at some of your economic policies and help make things better.” (NY Post via E, 02:26)
• On Species Management:
  • “The US government has begun shooting down up to 450,000 barred owls...to prevent the extinction of a rival owl.” (A, 03:44)

Important Segment Timestamps

• Government Shutdown & Air Travel: 00:02–00:52
• Political Negotiations & Worker Pay: 00:52–01:30
• Supreme Court SNAP Decision: 01:30–01:59
• Thanksgiving Meal Affordability & Economic Debate: 02:16–03:06
• UPS/FedEx MD11 Plane Groundings: 03:06–03:44
• Barred Owl Culling Project: 03:44–End

This succinct newscast gives listeners a rapid yet comprehensive update on the interplay of national politics, economic anxieties, critical infrastructure, legal rulings, and controversial environmental interventions—all shaping American life as Thanksgiving and the holiday season approach.