Fox News Hourly Update – 6AM ET 09/27/2025 Newscast

Date: September 27, 2025
Host: Deborah Valentine (with reports from Jared Halpern, Eric Shawn, Ryan Schmell, Casey Cronus)
Length: ~6 minutes (excluding ads)

Episode Overview

This episode delivers a succinct round-up of major national and international news headlines for September 27, 2025. Key stories center on a potential peace agreement in Gaza, diplomatic activity at the United Nations, looming threats of a U.S. government shutdown, ongoing protests against ICE in Chicago, as well as a new tropical storm threat in the Southeast.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Potential Peace Deal in Gaza

• President Trump Signals Breakthrough

  • Trump emerges from White House talks with Arab allies, forecasting a hopeful end to the conflict in Gaza.
  • Quote:

    “I think it’s a deal that will get the hostages back. It’s going to be a deal that will end the war. It’s going to be a deal which is going to be peace. I think we have a deal.”
    — President Donald Trump [00:16]

• Status and Next Steps

  • No detailed ceasefire terms announced yet.
  • U.S. proposal reportedly excludes Hamas leadership from any post-war governance.
  • Trump plans to meet Israeli PM Netanyahu soon, amid warnings against Israeli annexation of the West Bank.
    [Summary: Jared Halpern, 00:09-00:49]

2. United Nations: Netanyahu’s Speech & International Reactions

• Walkout During Netanyahu’s Address

  • Dozens of UN delegates exit as Israeli leader begins his speech on the Gaza war.
  • Netanyahu defends Israeli actions, claims fight is on behalf of the broader world against Hamas, Hezbollah, and Iran.
  • Denies allegations of genocide in Gaza, asserts Hamas is at fault for civilian suffering.
  • Quote:

    “He rejected claims that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza, pointing out that it is Hamas that is punishing the civilians there.”
    — Eric Shawn [01:12]

• Direct Appeal to Hamas

  • Speech broadcast into Gaza, with Netanyahu urging for the hostages’ release.
  • 48 hostages remain, only 20 believed alive.
  • Quote:

    “Free the hostages. All of them. The whole 48. Free the hostages now.”
    — Rep. Hakeem Jeffries [01:31]

• Street Protests

  • Simultaneous, sizable pro-Palestinian protest in New York across the street. [Eric Shawn, 01:37]

3. Trump Administration Revokes Colombian President’s Visa

• Background
  • Colombian President Petro’s US visa revoked for allegedly urging U.S. soldiers to disobey orders and incite violence. [Deborah Valentine, 01:45]

4. U.S. Government Shutdown Showdown

• Criticism from Democrats

  • House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries criticizes President Trump for attending a golf event amid budget crisis.
  • Quote:

    “He doesn’t have the time to meet with Democratic leaders to fund the government and address the Republican health care crisis. But Donald Trump right now as we speak, is at a golf event. It’s outrageous.”
    — Hakeem Jeffries [03:28]

• Legislative Update

  • Senate to vote soon on a funding extension to late November.
  • Democrats seek inclusion of healthcare provisions.
  • 60 votes needed to break filibuster; funding deadline is September 30. [Summary: Ryan Schmell, 03:42]

5. ICE Protests and Tensions in Chicago

• Ongoing Demonstrations

  • Fourth consecutive Friday of anti-ICE protests outside Broadview, IL facility.
  • Two arrests on the day; 16 in past week.
  • Local officials urge DHS to reduce aggressive tactics (tear gas, pepper spray, rubber bullets).
  • Quote:

    “The relentless deployment of tear gas, pepper spray, mace and rubber bullets is not only harming area residents, but also Broadview police officers and firefighters.”
    — Broadview Mayor Katrina Thompson (paraphrased by Casey Cronus) [04:09]

• Escalating Deportation Efforts

  • Crackdown intensifies following Trump’s threat to deploy National Guard in Chicago. [Deborah Valentine, 04:46]

6. Tropical Cyclone Threatens the Southeast

• Storm Update

  • Tropical cyclone may soon become Tropical Storm Imelda.
  • Southeastern U.S. (especially South Carolina) at risk for winds and storm surge.
  • Quote:

    “We could also see wind impacts and dangerous storm surge impacts across portions of [the southeastern U.S.].”
    — Dr. Michael Brennan, National Hurricane Center [05:04]

• Emergency Declaration

  • South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster declares state of emergency.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• President Trump on Possible Gaza Peace:
  “I think it’s a deal that will get the hostages back... it’s going to be peace.” [00:16]

• Eric Shawn on Netanyahu at the UN:
  “He rejected claims that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza, pointing out that it is Hamas that is punishing the civilians there.” [01:12]

• Hakeem Jeffries Demands Hostage Release:
  “Free the hostages. All of them. The whole 48. Free the hostages now.” [01:31]

• Hakeem Jeffries on Trump and the Shutdown:
  “He doesn’t have the time to meet with Democratic leaders... But Donald Trump right now as we speak, is at a golf event. It’s outrageous.” [03:28]

Important Segments & Timestamps

| Topic | Timestamps | |--------------------------------------------------------|---------------| | Gaza Peace Deal, Trump’s Comments | 00:02–00:27 | | Netanyahu’s UN Speech, Walkouts, Hostage Plea | 00:49–01:45 | | Colombian President Visa Revoked | 01:45–01:59 | | U.S. Government Shutdown Developments/Jeffries Remarks | 03:18–03:42 | | Senate Funding Bill/Deadlines | 03:42–04:01 | | Chicago ICE Protests, Local Official Response | 04:01–04:46 | | Deportation Increased, Trump Threats | 04:46–05:04 | | Tropical Storm Imelda Threat | 05:04–05:16 |

Tone & Style

• The reporting is concise, urgent, and direct, in alignment with Fox News’ fast-paced newscast format. Attributions are clear, and notable direct quotes and summaries reinforce the gravity of current events.

This summary covers all headline news presented in the episode, capturing the language, tone, and urgency of the on-air updates for listeners who want a comprehensive brief without tuning in.