Fox News Hourly Update - 8AM ET 07/07/2025
Released on July 7, 2025
Devastating Flash Floods in Central Texas
The morning update began with grave news about the severe flash flooding affecting Central Texas. Chris Foster reported, "More rain today could slow down rescue and recovery efforts in Central Texas where at least 82 deaths are confirmed in flash floods that hit early Friday." The tragedy struck at Camp Mystic, a Christian summer camp, where Brooke Taylor detailed, "Some of these girls as young as seven years old were fast asleep in their cabins right near the river when this happened" (00:19). The Guadalupe River surged an alarming 26 feet within just 45 minutes, leading to the loss of 27 campers and counselors. Governor Greg Abbott added, "41 people in all are unaccounted for" (00:35), highlighting the ongoing efforts to locate the missing.
Middle East Tensions and Ceasefire Negotiations
Turning to international affairs, Jared Halpern provided an update on the delicate situation in the Middle East. He announced, "Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will meet face to face with President Trump" (00:42), marking the first meeting since the U.S. conducted airstrikes on Iran's nuclear facilities and concluded a two-week war between Israel and Iran. The primary objective of this meeting is to negotiate a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza. Halpern emphasized the stipulations for the ceasefire, stating, "a deal that officials say would require Hamas to release at least 10 living hostages and the bodies of 18 dead hostages" (00:42). Currently, it is believed that 20 hostages in Gaza remain alive, making these negotiations critical for peace.
U.S. Trade Agreements and Tariff Announcements
On the domestic front, Chris Foster reported that "President Trump says letters go out today announcing tariff rates and/or deals with America's trading partners" (01:09). This move signifies the administration's ongoing efforts to renegotiate trade terms and address existing trade tensions, particularly with major partners like China. The outcome of these negotiations could have significant implications for U.S. businesses and the global economy.
Jeffrey Epstein Case Developments
In a significant development regarding the long-standing Jeffrey Epstein case, Ted Lindner shared insights from a newly released memo obtained by Axios. He stated, "The newly released memo obtained by Axios claims enhanced video released by intel agencies from Epstein's jail cell shows no one entered the cell area where he was being kept in lower Manhattan the night he died back in August of 2019" (01:28). This finding counters numerous conspiracy theories alleging a government cover-up to protect influential individuals. Lindner further explained, "The findings contradict theories long pushed by some who have accused the government of a potential cover-up to protect the powerful, including potentially government officials, celebrities, and business leaders" (01:52).
London Memorial Service for 2005 Terror Bombings
A poignant segment covered the upcoming memorial service in London commemorating the tragic terrorist attacks of July 7, 2005. Jonathan Savage recounted, "Twenty years ago, 7/7 is an infamous date in British history. On this day in 2005, four suicide bombers struck during London's morning rush hour" (02:21). The attacks resulted in the deaths of 52 people from 18 different nationalities. Notably, the bombers were homegrown Islamist extremists, with three born in England and one in Jamaica, two of whom were minors at the time. A memorial stands in Hyde Park to honor the victims, and King Charles is set to deliver a message condemning "senseless acts of evil" (02:11).
Elon Musk Announces New Political Party
In business news, Chris Foster highlighted a significant statement from tech magnate Elon Musk, "Elon Musk said he'll start a new America First political party" (03:02). Jared Halpern responded, "He can have fun with it, but" (03:07), while Chris Foster added his skepticism, "I think it's ridiculous" (03:09). The announcement has stirred discussions about Musk's influence extending beyond technology into the political arena.
NASCAR Chicago Street Race Victory
Shifting to sports, Greg Thompson reported on the thrilling NASCAR event held on the streets of Chicago. Highlighting Shane Van Gisbergen from New Zealand, he noted, "Shane Van Gisbergen is from New Zealand, he might want to think about a move over to the Windy City, especially after Sunday's Cup Series Chicago street race on TNT Sports" (03:07). Ted Lindner added, "Shane Van Gisbergen does own the streets of Chicago" (03:16), emphasizing his dominance in the race. Thompson detailed Van Gisbergen's impressive performance, stating, "SVG has now won it twice, the first and the most recent. Even more impressive, it caps off a perfect full weekend sweep" (03:31), as he also secured victories in the Xfinity Series and clinched pole positions in both races.
Box Office Success of Jurassic World Rebirth
In entertainment news, the latest installment of the Jurassic World franchise has achieved remarkable success. Chris Foster reported, "Jurassic World Rebirth pulls in $318 million in ticket sales worldwide, Universal Pictures says in its first five days in theaters" (04:02). This blockbuster performance underscores the enduring popularity of the franchise and its strong appeal to global audiences.
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