Fox News Hourly Update — 6PM ET 08/24/2025

Date: August 24, 2025
Host: Jane Fergus
Podcast: Fox News Hourly Update

Overview

This episode delivers a fast-paced roundup of national and international news, covering updates on U.S. immigration enforcement, Ukraine's Independence Day and global alliances, developments in Gaza, New York City mayoral campaign financing, and a historic achievement for Netflix. The broadcast maintains its crisp, factual tone with multiple correspondents contributing from around the world.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. U.S. Immigration Enforcement and Legal Controversy

[00:02 – 00:54]

• Abrigo Garcia’s Case:
  • Maryland resident with alleged MS-13 ties.
  • Deportation saga: Mistakenly sent to El Salvador, returned in June; now awaiting trial in Tennessee for human smuggling charges.
  • Accuses the Trump administration of trying to pressure him into a plea deal.
  • After jail release, ICE orders him to report in Baltimore with plans to deport him—this time to Uganda, a surprising twist.
• Quote:
  • “Abrigo Garcia is accusing the Trump administration of trying to pressure him into a plea deal.” – Fox Reporter [00:14]
• Current Status:
  • Released from jail, reunited with family, but faces imminent deportation.

2. Ukraine’s Independence Day and International Support

[00:54 – 01:43]

• International Attendance and Messages:
  • Canadian PM Mark Carney pledges $1.5 billion in military aid.
  • Messages of support arrive from King Charles, Pope Leo, Xi Jinping, and other global leaders.
  • U.S. Envoy Keith Kellogg receives high honors for supporting Ukraine.
  • Donald Trump sends a letter, urging an end to senseless killing but reaffirming U.S. respect for Ukraine’s fight.
• Quote:
  • “Now is the moment to bring an end to the senseless killing.” – Excerpt from Trump’s letter to Zelensky, read by reporter [01:31]
• Prisoner Exchange:
  • Russia and Ukraine exchanged 146 prisoners on each side on Sunday.

3. Villanova University — Active Shooter Hoax

[01:43 – 01:59]

• For the second time in four days, Villanova University was targeted by a fake active shooter report.

4. Israeli Military Movements and Gaza Crisis

[02:31 – 03:14]

• Military Build-Up:
  • Israeli forces, including tanks and soldiers, increase their presence around Gaza City, preparing for a potential takeover.
• Humanitarian Disaster:
  • Famine declared in Gaza City as food aid remains extremely scarce.
• Political Stalemate:
  • Despite Hamas agreeing to a ceasefire proposal, Israel has not officially responded.
  • The government’s delay is fueling anti-government protests nationwide.
• Quote:
  • “Efforts to end the war remain on hold as Israel has yet to officially respond to the latest ceasefire proposal.” – Jeff Paul, Tel Aviv [02:56]
• Civilian Deaths:
  • Al Jazeera reports 51 civilian fatalities in a recent strike.

5. NYC Mayoral Campaign Fundraising Race

[03:14 – 04:09]

• Leading Candidate:
  • Zoran Mamdani, Democrat, leads with $1M+ in fundraising over five weeks—double that of rival Andrew Cuomo.
• Endorsement Landscape:
  • Key establishment Democrats remain noncommittal; support among far-left progressives is strong.
• Political Dynamics:
  • Rivals aim to attract voters disillusioned with the party's current leadership.
• Quote:
  • “Cuomo told Fox that Mamdani’s policies would be the death knell for capitalism in New York City.” [04:09]

6. Netflix’s Landmark Achievement

[04:09 – 04:24]

• K-Pop Demon Hunter:
  • Becomes Netflix’s first film to win at the box office, marking a significant milestone for the streaming platform.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “Now is the moment to bring an end to the senseless killing.”
  (President Donald Trump’s letter, read by reporter, 01:31)

• “Cuomo told Fox that Mamdani’s policies would be the death knell for capitalism in New York City.”
  (Fox anchor, 04:09)

• “Efforts to end the war remain on hold as Israel has yet to officially respond to the latest ceasefire proposal.”
  (Jeff Paul, Fox’s correspondent in Tel Aviv, 02:56)

Important Segment Timestamps

• U.S. Immigration Enforcement update: 00:02 – 00:54
• Ukraine Independence Day & International Support: 00:54 – 01:43
• Villanova Active Shooter Hoax: 01:43 – 01:59
• Gaza Crisis & Israeli Military Movements: 02:31 – 03:14
• NYC Mayoral Fundraising: 03:14 – 04:09
• Netflix Box Office Win: 04:09 – 04:24

The bulletin succinctly captures a turbulent news day, highlighting international diplomacy, immigration controversy, humanitarian crises, and seismic shifts in entertainment and local politics. Each story is delivered with Fox's characteristic directness, with strands of commentary and significant on-the-ground reporting.