Fox News Hourly Update - 6PM ET 07/23/2025 Newscast Summary
1. Judicial Decisions on Jeffrey Epstein Investigation Timestamp: [00:02]
Lisa Licera opens the newscast with significant developments in the Jeffrey Epstein case. A judge has dismissed the Trump administration's attempt to unseal grand jury records related to Epstein in Florida. Concurrently, a similar request in New York remains pending. Additionally, a House panel voted to subpoena files in the Epstein investigation, marking an 8-2 split decision where three Republicans joined Democrats in support.
2. Speaker Mike Johnson's Stance on Epstein Matter Timestamp: [00:23]
Speaker Mike Johnson expressed alignment with President Trump and his administration regarding the Epstein issue. He stated, “We are pushing for the release of all credible information to be released with regard to the Epstein matter” ([00:23]).
Despite supporting the subpoena for Ghislaine Maxwell, Johnson raised questions about the reliability of her testimony, reflecting a cautious approach to the proceedings.
3. White House and Epstein Files Report Timestamp: [00:32]
The White House has not refuted a Wall Street Journal report claiming that Attorney General Pam Bondi informed President Trump about his name appearing multiple times in the Epstein files. Communications Director Stephen Chung added that President Trump had previously removed Epstein from his club, labeling him as "a creep."
4. Bryan Kohberger's Sentencing Timestamp: [00:32] - [01:19]
In a significant legal outcome, Bryan Kohberger was sentenced to life in prison without parole for the 2022 murder of University of Idaho students. Kohberger accepted a plea deal, thereby avoiding the death penalty and relinquishing his right to appeal. Idaho Attorney General Raul Labrador noted that Kohberger did not address the court during sentencing. Speaker Mike Johnson offered a personal message to those affected, saying, “My sincere wish is that you have not carried this burden alone” ([01:14]).
5. President Trump's AI Summit Announcement Timestamp: [01:19] - [01:36]
President Trump is set to host an AI summit in Washington, emphasizing the nation's commitment to leading the world in artificial intelligence. He declared, “From this day forward, it'll be a policy the United States to do whatever it takes to lead the world in artificial intelligence” ([01:27]). Trump highlighted the groundbreaking nature of the technology, stating it will “determine the future of civilization” ([01:36]).
6. Wall Street Reacts to US-Japan Trade Deal Timestamp: [01:36] - [02:00]
Following President Trump's announcement of a new trade deal between the U.S. and Japan, Wall Street responded positively. The Dow Jones Industrial Average increased by 507 points, the Nasdaq gained 127 points, and the S&P 500 rose by 49 points, reflecting investor confidence in the agreement's potential impact on economic growth.
7. Homemade Bombs Investigation in New York Timestamp: [02:30] - [03:14]
A New York man, Michael Gann, has been accused of constructing homemade bombs and distributing them across Manhattan. Prosecutors assert that Gann built at least seven improvised explosive devices (IEDs) using chemicals purchased online. These devices were stored on apartment rooftops and even placed on active subway tracks connecting Manhattan and Brooklyn. At the time of his arrest on June 5, Gann was found with another device. The U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York highlighted that one of the IEDs contained approximately 600 times the legal limit for consumer fireworks. Notably, investigators uncovered Gann’s internet searches related to explosives and firearms, indicating premeditation ([02:39]).
8. AT&T's Financial and Infrastructure Plans Timestamp: [03:14] - [04:03]
AT&T anticipates significant tax savings between $6.5 billion to $8 billion from the new tax and spending bill by 2027. The company plans to reinvest $3.5 billion of these savings into expanding its fiber internet network, aiming to reach 50 million customer locations by the end of 2030. Additionally, AT&T is committing $1.5 billion to its pension fund and is focused on enhancing its home internet services through extensive fiber framework upgrades and other technological advancements. These strategic investments are expected to bolster AT&T's market position and operational capabilities ([03:20]).
9. Decline in Existing Home Sales Timestamp: [04:03] - [04:28]
The housing market experienced a downturn in June, with existing home sales dropping by 2.7% from May, reaching a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 3.93 million units—the slowest pace since September of the previous year. This decline indicates potential challenges in the real estate sector, as reported by the National Association of Realtors ([04:03]).
Conclusion
The 6PM ET Fox News Hourly Update provided a comprehensive overview of critical national issues, including high-profile legal cases, policy announcements, economic indicators, and security threats. Key insights included the ongoing Epstein investigation, significant legal sentences, advancements in artificial intelligence policy, positive Wall Street movements following international trade agreements, and concerning activities related to homemade explosives. Additionally, corporate financial strategies and housing market trends were discussed, offering listeners a well-rounded perspective on current events shaping the nation.