Fox News Hourly Update: 6AM ET | July 9, 2025
Hosted by Fox News Radio, this edition of the Fox News Hourly Update covers breaking news, in-depth discussions, and key updates from across the United States and beyond.
1. Devastating Flash Floods in Central Texas
Chris Foster opens the newscast with a somber report on the severe flash flooding that has struck central Texas. As of this morning, the death toll has risen to at least 110 individuals, with 161 still missing.
"At least 110 dead, 161 missing. In Texas, I'm Chris Foster, Fox News." [00:03]
The flooding, now in its sixth day, has significantly impacted Camp Mystic, an all-girls Christian summer camp in Kerr County. Despite having an approved emergency plan, the camp suffered tragic losses.
Kristin Goodwin reports that inspectors from the Texas Department of State Health Services had visited Camp Mystic on July 2nd, verifying its compliance with numerous safety regulations, including evacuation protocols.
"Inspectors with Texas Department of State Health Services visiting camp mystic on July 2nd signing off on its emergency plan." [00:18]
Tragically, 27 of the fatalities occurred at the camp despite these preparations. The National Weather Service had issued a flood watch on July 3rd, leading other camps along the Guadalupe River to evacuate, though Camp Mystic did not relocate in time.
2. Flash Flooding in New Mexico
Transitioning to New Mexico, Chris Foster updates listeners on another severe flooding event.
"A man and two children are swept away and killed in flash flooding in New Mexico." [00:51]
Kristin Goodwin adds that there have been numerous high-water rescues, and some homes have been entirely swept away.
"There was one home that was swept away." [01:00]
Kerry Gladden from the Ruidoso, New Mexico Mayor's office clarifies that it's unclear if there were any occupants in the home swept away.
"I do not know if there were. I don't have any confirmation that there was anyone inside." [01:02]
3. Supreme Court Decision on Federal Worker Layoffs
Chris Foster shifts focus to a significant legal development affecting the federal workforce.
"Supreme Court says the Trump administration can go ahead with mass federal worker layoffs." [01:06]
Kerry Gladden explains that the Supreme Court has allowed the Trump administration to proceed with its plans to reduce personnel in several federal agencies, despite a San Francisco judge's previous halt.
"An order from the Supreme Court essentially saying that a San Francisco judge who put a stop to the Trump administration from cutting several federal agencies. They're saying that the Trump administration in fact right now can continue forward as the case plays out on its merits." [01:13]
4. Resolution of Philadelphia Garbage Strike
In local news, David Spunn reports on the conclusion of a significant worker strike in Philadelphia.
"Just after 4am we had District Council 33 leadership walking out confirming to us a tentative agreement has been reached with the city of Philadelphia after nine days." [01:31]
Shana Ferreira from Fox 29 Philadelphia shares that the strike, which led to garbage piling up across the city, has been resolved, and workers are set to return to their jobs as early as that morning.
"The news this morning is that folks will be going back to work this morning as early as today." [01:36]
5. National Farm Security Action Plan Announced
Chris Foster highlights the Trump administration’s new initiative aimed at safeguarding American agriculture.
"The Trump administration announces the National Farm Security Action Plan. It's a multi-agency effort meant to protect American farmland, food supply and research from Chinese and other adversaries, control and influence." [03:07]
Brooke Rollins, Agriculture Secretary, emphasizes the critical role of farmers in national security.
"Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins says every family depends on the nation's farmers and the plan will help America stand up to foreign adversaries such as China who are." [03:18]
Kristin Goodwin adds that the plan addresses issues like foreign entities purchasing U.S. farmland and stealing agricultural research, which pose vulnerabilities.
"Buying our farmland, stealing our research and creating dangerous vulnerabilities in the very systems that sustain us." [03:28]
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth underscores the importance of food security.
"We have to be able to feed." [03:56]
Kristin Goodwin reiterates the necessity of maintaining independence from external control over essential resources.
"Ourselves to make sure that no other country ever controls us." [03:57]
Attorney General Pam Bondi reports on recent arrests related to agro-terrorism, where Chinese agents attempted to introduce harmful agents into the U.S.
"Attorney General Pam Bondi spoke about the recent arrests of Chinese agents charged with agro terrorism for trying to bring harmful agents into the country." [03:42]
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem also commented on the strategic importance of the initiative.
6. State Department Warns of AI-Driven Impersonation Attacks
Chris Foster alerts listeners to a concerning development by the State Department regarding the misuse of artificial intelligence.
"State Department's warning diplomats of attempts to impersonate Secretary of State Marco Rubio and maybe other officials using artificial intelligence driven technology." [04:01]
Kevin Yuretsky elaborates that the department has identified instances where an imposter, leveraging AI technology, contacted at least three foreign ministers, a U.S. Senator, and a governor. Among the fraudulent communications was a proposal concerning Gaza's future from a senior Israeli politician.
7. Controversial Plan for Gaza’s Future
Pete Hegseth discusses a controversial proposal put forth by Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz regarding the Gaza Strip.
"Around 2 million Palestinians live in Gaza. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz wants every single one of them to live in a new city to be built over the ruins of Rafah." [04:23]
Katz describes the project as a "humanitarian city," where initially 600,000 residents would relocate, with plans to accommodate the entire population eventually. However, the plan stipulates that residents cannot leave the city unless they choose to emigrate to another country.
Human Rights Reactions:
Several human rights lawyers have condemned the plan as illegal, and the British government has expressed strong opposition.
8. Upcoming Trade Announcement by President Trump
Concluding the update, Chris Foster teases an imminent trade-related announcement from President Trump.
"President Trump says he'll announce something trade related involving at least seven countries this morning." [04:58]
Kevin Yuretsky invites listeners to stay tuned for further coverage.
"It's will taint country. Watch it live at noon Eastern Monday through Thursday@foxnews.com or on the Fox News YouTube channel." [05:05]
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