Fox News Hourly Update - 6PM ET | July 5, 2025
Release Date: July 5, 2025
Host: Fox News Radio
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1. Catastrophic Flooding in Central Texas
Daria Albinger opens the newscast with a tragic update on flash flooding in central Texas:
“They say it's catastrophic. A search continues for dozens missing after flash flooding in central Texas. At least 32 people are confirmed dead and among the missing are more than 20 girls from a nearby summer camp.”
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Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick emphasizes the priority of rescuing the missing girls:
“We are focused on the girls in that camp first and foremost. But all the other lives that we know have been lost and those we don't know yet.”
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The White House remains in close communication with state and local authorities, as Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem arrives in the flood zone to oversee relief efforts.
2. Formation of Tropical Storm Chantal
Daria Albinger transitions to weather-related news:
“A tropical storm has formed off the Carolina coast just in time for your ride or flight home from July 4th.”
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Dan Patrick provides a detailed weather forecast:
“Forty mile an hour, so it's a minimal low grade tropical storm. The number one impact by far will be the locally heavy rain, especially along and where the center comes on shore... This is not going to rapidly intensify. It's not expected to between sheer and dry air. We don't expect it to become any more than a tropical storm. The official forecast is it for to increase to 45 miles an hour.”
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Mike Seidel of Fox Weather reports from Folly Beach, South Carolina, highlighting the potential impacts of the storm on local travel.
3. International and Domestic Politics
a. Netanyahu’s White House Visit and Gaza Ceasefire
Daria Albinger highlights upcoming international discussions:
“Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will visit the White House Monday. The war in Gaza could be a major focus. President Trump says he's optimistic a ceasefire deal could be reached this week.”
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b. US Deportations to South Sudan
The newscast covers significant immigration enforcement actions:
“The US Deports eight men to South Sudan after weeks of legal wrangling. The Supreme Court signs off on the removal of immigrants from Cuba, Laos, Mexico, Myanmar, Vietnam, and South Sudan, saying they'd been convicted of violent crimes in the U.S. The men had been held under guard at a U.S. base in Djibouti.”
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This move marks a continuation of strict immigration policies amid ongoing legal and humanitarian debates.
4. President Trump Signs "Big Beautiful" Tax and Spending Bill
Daria Albinger announces a landmark legislative achievement:
“It’s one big beautiful law now that President Trump has signed it.”
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Jared Halpern provides context and reactions:
“Minutes after B2 bombers and F22 and F35 jets flew over the White House as part of a July 4th celebration, President Trump signed the Republican tax and spending cuts package.”
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Dan Patrick underscores the bill’s popularity:
“It's the most popular bill ever signed.”
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The bill, dubbed the "big beautiful bill" by the President, includes:
- Extension and expansion of tax cuts from Trump's first term.
- Significant funding boosts for border and immigration enforcement.
- Overhauls to Medicaid and food stamp programs.
Dan Patrick reiterates its unprecedented support:
“Whether you're military or anybody else, this is the most single most popular bill ever signed in the history of our country.”
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Jared Halpern reports on Democratic opposition:
“Democrats say those cuts will mean millions lose health and nutrition benefits.”
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The bill's passage highlights the continuing partisan divide over fiscal and social policies.
5. Protests at Florida Immigrant Detention Center
Daria Albinger shifts focus to immigration enforcement and public response:
“As the federal government works to fill an immigrant detention center in the Florida Everglades on the 4th of July, a day that for many symbolizes freedom. A group of protesters gathering in front of the so-called Alligator Alcatraz detention Center...”
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The state defends the facility’s location, citing its history as an active training site with thousands of flights. However, demonstrators express both environmental and humanitarian concerns.
Daria Albinger continues:
“Meanwhile, over in Miami, similar protests downtown. This also comes as approximately 200 U.S. marines from the Core Air Station in North Carolina are being deployed to Florida to augment ICE's immigration enforcement, though it will most be logistical help.”
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This deployment underscores the federal government's intensified efforts to manage immigration enforcement amid public backlash.
6. Mass Shooting in Philadelphia
Daria Albinger reports on a tragic incident early in the morning:
“Philadelphia police looking into a mass shooting early this morning. They say eight people were injured, two critically. Police initially had said 11 people were hit, but now that number has since been adjusted to 8. There's still no word from police on a suspect or suspects, nor a motive for the shooting.”
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The investigation is ongoing, with authorities seeking information on potential suspects and motives behind the attack.
Closing Remarks
The newscast concludes with a brief promotion for Trey Gowdy's Podcast:
“Hey, I'm Trey Gowdy, host of the Trey Gowdy Podcast. I hope you will join me every Tuesday and Thursday as we navigate life together and hopefully find ourselves a little bit better on the other side. Listen and follow now@foxnewspodcast.com.”
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Summary:
The July 5, 2025, episode of the Fox News Hourly Update delivered a comprehensive overview of pressing national and international issues. Central Texas faced a devastating flash flood with significant loss of life, including missing children from a summer camp. Meteorological updates highlighted the formation of Tropical Storm Chantal, emphasizing heavy rainfall as the primary threat. In the political arena, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's upcoming White House visit and President Trump's optimistic stance on a Gaza ceasefire were discussed alongside the US deportation of eight men to South Sudan.
A major legislative milestone was achieved with President Trump signing the "big beautiful bill," a tax and spending package receiving unprecedented support yet facing criticism from Democrats concerning potential cuts to health and nutrition programs. Immigration enforcement also featured prominently, with protests emerging around a Florida detention center and the deployment of marines to support ICE efforts.
Tragically, a mass shooting in Philadelphia resulted in eight injuries, with investigations ongoing regarding the perpetrators and motives. The episode concluded with a nod to Trey Gowdy’s podcast, encouraging listeners to engage further with Fox News content.
This summary encapsulates the key discussions, insights, and developments presented in the Fox News Hourly Update, providing a thorough overview for those unable to listen to the episode.