Fox News Hourly Update - 8AM ET | July 9, 2025

Hosted by Fox News Radio, the 8AM ET Newscast on July 9, 2025, delivered comprehensive coverage of national and international events. Below is a detailed summary of the key topics discussed, enriched with notable quotes and timestamps for reference.

1. Escalation in the Ukraine Conflict

The newscast opened with escalating tensions in Ukraine as the Russian military intensified its drone attacks.

• Chris Foster reported: “No peace in Ukraine. ... The Russian military last week launched its largest drone attack of the war with Ukraine hours after President Trump spoke with President Putin. Now today, an even larger attack after President Trump criticized Putin.” [00:03]

• Jared Halpern added: “The Trump administration resumed shipping munitions to Ukraine this week following a temporary pause of air defense weapons.” [00:17]

• Lucas Tomlinson commended Ukrainian resilience: “And I will say the Ukrainians were brave, but we gave them the best equipment ever made.” [00:24]

• The segment highlighted President Trump’s critical stance on Russian President Vladimir Putin: “President Trump also offering his harshest assessment yet of Russian President Vladimir Putin, accusing him of throwing around bs.” [00:31]

  • Tomlinson further critiqued Putin: “He's very nice all the time, but it turns out to be meaningless.” [00:39]

Jared Halpern concluded this segment from the White House: [00:43]

2. U.S. Trade Policy Announcements

The administration unveiled significant changes to U.S. trade policies aimed at protecting domestic industries.

• Brooke Taylor reported on President Trump’s social media announcement: “We will be releasing a minimum of seven countries having to do with trade tomorrow morning, meaning this morning with an additional number of countries being released in the afternoon. The president also announced the US will impose a 50% tariff on imported copper, a critical component in making electrical components in the wiring. He also claimed the new tariff deadline in August is a firm date.” [00:48]

  • The announcement implies a strategic move to bolster U.S. manufacturing by targeting essential imports.

3. Justice Department Investigations

A significant development in national security oversight was reported, involving high-profile intelligence officials.

• Lucas Tomlinson confirmed: “Fox confirms the Justice Department has former CIA chief John Brennan and FBI Chief James Comey under criminal investigation over their handling of the 2016 Russia Trump election interference investigation. Criminal referral comes from current CIA Director John Radcliffe.” [01:11]

  • This revelation points to ongoing scrutiny of past intelligence operations and their management.

4. Devastating Flash Flooding in the Southwest

A tragic update on severe weather impacts in the United States was presented.

• Kristin Goodwin reported the death toll: “That death toll right now at 111 people, that includes at least 30 children here in Kerr County. Unfortunately, that number expected to rise dramatically because 170 people still missing. Trees snapped in half. These massive piles of debris stretching along the river for what seems like miles and miles.” [01:33]

  • Brooke Taylor also covered the story, highlighting the ongoing rescue and recovery efforts in Kerr County, Texas. [01:53]

5. TSA Policy Change: No More Shoe Removal at Security Checks

A long-standing TSA procedure was officially terminated, aiming to enhance traveler experience without compromising security.

• Kristi Noem, Department of Homeland Security Secretary, stated: “We have the multi layers of screening in place that we've built in over the recent several years that give us the ability to allow our travelers to keep their shoes on.” [02:38]

  • Kristi Noem further emphasized: “In D.C. it's important that we find ways to keep people safe, but also streamline and make the process much more enjoyable for everyone, every single person.” [02:53]

• Kristin Goodwin reported from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport: [02:30]

6. Investigation into Former President Biden’s White House Physician

A contentious legal battle is unfolding over the deposition of President Biden’s former physician.

• Chris Foster introduced the story: “Former President Biden's White House physician is scheduled to sit for an interview today.” [03:03]

• Ryan Schmell detailed the complexities: “Dr. Kevin O'Connor is expected before the House Oversight Committee despite attempts from his lawyers to reschedule the deposition to the end of July or early August due to patient privilege concerns. ... Chairman James Comer calls the patient privilege argument unprecedented and the committee says the privilege will be honored on a question by question basis.” [03:08]

  • This subpoena is part of the GOP's investigation into allegations regarding President Biden’s mental health and decision-making during his term.

7. Lawsuits Against New York City Mayor Eric Adams

Legal challenges are mounting against the NYPD leadership under Mayor Adams' administration.

• Morgan MacKay reported: “These four new lawsuits come from four former police chiefs who allege that several of Mayor Adams' close allies in the NYPD encourage bribes in return for promotions and alleged they faced retaliation after they spoke up. They also alleged that Mayor Adams knew what was going on and approved.”

  • In response, a spokesperson for Adams stated: “The Adams administration holds all city employees, including leadership at the NYPD, to the highest standards and our work at the department speaks for itself. We will review the lawsuits.” [03:45]

8. Wall Street Overview

A brief market update highlighted positive movements in stock futures ahead of the trading day.

• Morgan MacKay provided: “On Wall Street, Dow futures are up 126s and F futures up 13. Nasdaq futures are up as well, 46 points.” [04:17]

Note: The segments promoting schizophrenia treatment and the Will Cain Show were identified as advertisements or non-content and thus have been excluded from this summary.

This comprehensive overview encapsulates the major news themes covered in the July 9, 2025, edition of the Fox News Hourly Update, providing listeners with critical information on international conflicts, domestic policies, legal investigations, natural disasters, and economic indicators.