Fox News Hourly Update – 6AM ET 10/21/2025

Host: FOX News Podcasts
Date: October 21, 2025

Overview

This episode covers breaking national and international news, with major updates on the attempted Gaza ceasefire, ongoing U.S. government shutdown, legal battles over National Guard deployments, a dramatic World Series berth for the Toronto Blue Jays, a potential security threat near Palm Beach Airport, and significant sports and Wall Street highlights.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Middle East – Vice President Vance in Israel & Gaza Ceasefire Concerns

• [00:02] Dave Anthony reports Vice President J.D. Vance’s arrival in Israel to support the Trump-brokered Gaza ceasefire.
• [00:10] Jonathan Savage details the fragile state of the ceasefire, listing:
  • Ongoing violence: deaths of Israeli soldiers and Palestinians in retaliatory attacks.
  • Civilian casualties: Referenced a family killed "after driving across the withdrawal line."
  • Ongoing issues: Hostages’ bodies not all yet returned (13th of 28 returned).
  • Quote: “There have been many causes for concern over the ceasefire in Gaza in recent days.” – Jonathan Savage ([00:10])

2. U.S. Government Shutdown – Senate Deadlock

• [00:35] The stalemate continues into its 21st day. Another Senate vote to end it failed.
• [00:48] House Speaker Mike Johnson criticizes Democrats for not passing a bill:
  • Quote: “It is the same bill that they themselves supported just seven months ago.” ([00:51])
  • Democrats want health care subsidy extensions included.
• [01:04] Kristen Goodwin reports on President Trump’s lunch with senators (Republicans only), and a push to pay essential federal workers during the shutdown.

3. National Guard Deployment in Oregon – Legal Battle

• [01:04] Court blocks Trump’s attempt to send National Guard troops to Oregon amid anti-ICE protests.
  • Sports commentator summarizes the majority’s decision:
    • Quote: “The president lawfully exercised his authority, which, quote, authorizes the federalization of the National Guard when the president is unable with the regular forces to execute the laws of the United States.” ([01:21])
  • Note: Judge’s order currently blocks the deployment.

4. Major League Baseball – Blue Jays Headed to World Series

• [01:33] Dave Anthony and sports commentary recap Toronto Blue Jays’ victory over the Seattle Mariners in Game 7.
  • George Springer’s home run led to the win; Blue Jays to play Dodgers in the World Series starting Friday.
  • Quote: “George Springer's home run powered Toronto into the World Series giving the Blue Jays the lead they held on…” ([01:33])

5. Florida Security Investigation – Palm Beach Airport Incident

• [02:30] The FBI investigates a hunting stand overlooking the runway where President Trump boards Air Force One.
  • The stand was dismantled; purpose remains unknown (hunting or potential threat?).
• [02:46] On Fox & Friends, FBI Assistant Director Dan Bongino explains the agency is collaborating with the Secret Service.
  • Quote: “We have what's called an MOU, a memorandum of understanding with the Secret Service where we will investigate after that.” ([02:54])
  • FBI applying digital and biometric forensic tools.
• Broader context: Recent threats against President Trump remain a concern.

6. New York City – Abandoned Newborn Rescued

• [03:26] A newborn, umbilical cord still attached, found abandoned in a subway station. Stable and hospitalized. Police searching for the person responsible.

7. Wall Street Update

• [03:26] Markets slightly down after strong gains yesterday:
  • Dow up 515 points; Nasdaq up 310 points at start of week.

8. NFL Highlights – Monday Night Football

• [03:26] Doubleheader coverage:
  • Game 1: Detroit Lions beat Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 29-9.
    • Jameer Gibbs excels: 136 rushing yards, 82 receiving yards.
    • Quote: “[Gibbs] did it all, catching three passes for 82 yards and rushing for 136 including this 78Y in the second quarter.” ([03:53])
    • Tampa Bay’s Mike Evans suffers broken collarbone; team now 5-2.
  • Game 2: Seattle Seahawks defeat Houston Texans, 27-19.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Ceasefire Fragility:
  “There have been many causes for concern over the ceasefire in Gaza in recent days.”
  — Jonathan Savage ([00:10])

• Congressional Frustration:
  “It is the same bill that they themselves supported just seven months ago.”
  — Mike Johnson ([00:51])

• Legal Assessment:
  “The president lawfully exercised his authority, which, quote, authorizes the federalization of the National Guard when the president is unable with the regular forces to execute the laws of the United States.”
  — Sports Commentator ([01:21])

• Security Protocol:
  “We have what's called an MOU, a memorandum of understanding with the Secret Service where we will investigate after that.”
  — FBI Official ([02:54])

• NFL Highlight:
  “Gibbs did it all, catching three passes for 82 yards and rushing for 136 including this 78Y in the second quarter.”
  — Sports Commentator ([03:53])

Segment Timestamps

• 00:02 — VP Vance in Israel, Gaza ceasefire update
• 00:35 — Government shutdown, Senate vote coverage
• 01:21 — National Guard legal ruling
• 01:33 — Blue Jays advance to World Series
• 02:30 — FBI investigates hunting stand at Palm Beach
• 03:26 — NYC abandoned newborn found
• 03:26 — Wall Street update
• 03:53 — NFL recap: Lions vs. Buccaneers; Seahawks vs. Texans

Tone and Presentation

The episode maintains a crisp, informative tone, emphasizing urgency in news delivery and significant political, security, and sports developments. Commentary is direct and factual, with rapid transitions between global events, U.S. politics, security concerns, and pop culture sports moments.

This concise yet comprehensive update brings listeners up to speed on the most important headlines, with a clear focus on the intersections of geopolitics, federal government action, public safety, and sports.