Fox News Hourly Update – 6AM ET 10/08/2025 Newscast
Overview
This episode of the Fox News Hourly Update, anchored by Dave Anthony, covers major national news stories from October 8, 2025. Key topics include controversy over National Guard deployments in Illinois and Oregon, high-profile legal proceedings against former FBI director James Comey, updates from the White House amid a government shutdown, a motivational address to new military recruits from Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, ongoing ceasefire talks in Gaza, international activism for Gaza aid, and quick sports and market updates.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
National Guard Deployed to Illinois Amid Immigration Tensions
- Deployment Controversy: The Texas National Guard's arrival at a facility near Joliet, Illinois, is generating backlash among local Chicago leaders, especially Democrats opposed to the move.
- Legal Battle: President Trump pushes to federalize the Illinois National Guard; a federal judge allows troop deployment but stipulates the Trump administration must clarify deployment specifics by today.
- Sanctuary Issues: Chicago's mayor establishes "ice free zones." Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanch accuses local leadership of creating environments where illegal immigrants can be shielded from law enforcement, which he labels a crime.
"Essentially establishing places where illegal aliens can be harbored, that's a crime."
– Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanch [00:17]
Federal Judge Blocks Guard Deployment to Portland, Oregon
- Protests Against Immigration Raids: A federal judge stops the president from sending Guard troops to Portland amidst anti-immigration enforcement protests. Secretary of Homeland Security, Christine Ohm, is present during a notable arrest confrontation.
"No, not let you out. You're under arrest. Are you here in the United States illegally?"
– Unnamed reporter during protest arrest [00:57]
James Comey’s Court Appearance Moved Up
- Legal Proceedings: Former FBI Director James Comey's arraignment in Virginia is rescheduled due to anticipated large crowds for multiple high-profile cases. Comey faces charges of lying to Congress and obstruction.
"Comey...was indicted late last month on account each of lying to Congress and and obstructing a federal proceeding."
– Grinol Scott, FOX News Correspondent [01:27]
Government Shutdown Day 8 – Uncertainty Over Federal Back Pay
- Back Pay in Question: A reversal from long-standing precedent; the White House signals that furloughed federal workers may not be guaranteed back pay following the current shutdown, marking a departure from the handling of the 2019 shutdown.
"A memo from the White House budget office suggests back pay for federal workers furloughed during the government shutdown is not guaranteed..."
– Jared Halpin reporting from the White House [01:34]
Secretary of War Swears In New Navy Recruits
- Motivational Remarks: Secretary Pete Hegseth addresses new recruits at the Naval Air Station Virginia Beach, emphasizing transformation, teamwork, and commending their choice to serve in contrast to public figures.
"This will be one of the most transformative days of your life."
– Pete Hegseth [02:29]
"You will be forged, you will be changed. You will be transformed into not an army of one, but an individual part of something greater than yourself."
– Pete Hegseth [02:36]
"Unlike celebrities and so called elites, they are now true role models because...you made a decision that others were unwilling to make."
– Pete Hegseth [02:54]
Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Negotiations & Activist Flotillas
- Indirect Talks in Egypt: Third day of US-backed ceasefire negotiations with demands that Hamas release all hostages and halt fighting.
- Aid Activism at Sea: Nine boats carrying 145 pro-Palestinian activists are stopped by Israel’s navy. Turkey condemns the intercept as piracy; previous flotilla with activists including Greta Thunberg was also blocked, with claims of mistreatment.
"Turkey is calling the interception an act of piracy. Last week a separate flotilla with more than 450 people on board was blocked by the Israeli military. Some of those activists, including Greta Thunberg, claimed they were mistreated."
– Jonathan Savage, FOX News Correspondent [03:23]
Quick Updates: Markets & Sports
- Stocks: Futures are rising after previous day’s losses (Dow -93 points, NASDAQ falls from record).
- MLB Playoffs: Yankees stay alive in the playoffs; Seattle gains edge over Detroit.
Notable Quotes
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Deputy AG Todd Blanch:
"Essentially establishing places where illegal aliens can be harbored, that's a crime." [00:17] -
Pete Hegseth, Secretary of War:
"You will be forged, you will be changed. You will be transformed into not an army of one, but an individual part of something greater than yourself." [02:36]
"You made a decision that others were unwilling to make." [02:54] -
Jonathan Savage, FOX News:
"Turkey is calling the interception an act of piracy..." [03:23]
Timestamps of Important Segments
- [00:02] – National Guard deployment to Illinois and charge of “ice free zones”
- [00:57] – Arrest during Portland protest, federal judge’s order
- [01:04] – James Comey’s courtroom date move and list of charges
- [01:34] – Federal worker back pay called into question
- [02:25] – Secretary Hegseth’s speech to new Navy recruits
- [03:10] – Israel-Hamas ceasefire talks, Gaza aid flotilla interceptions
- [03:54] – Markets and baseball playoff scores
This episode offers a concise, high-energy roundup of critical national and international events, blending legal, military, political, and humanitarian stories, punctuated by direct reporting and impactful quotes from public officials.