Fox News Hourly Update: Detailed Summary Episode: 8AM ET 07/14/2025 Newscast | Release Date: July 14, 2025
1. International Relations: U.S. Stands Firm Against Russia
President Trump's Stance on Russia The newscast opens with President Donald Trump expressing strong disappointment with Russia's leadership amidst escalating tensions. Ahead of a crucial NATO meeting, Trump signifies a dual approach to counter Russian aggression.
"[President Trump] says ahead of a meeting this morning with the head of NATO readying more military aid for Ukraine."
— Dave Anthony [00:02]
Enhanced Military Aid for Ukraine Peter Doocy reports that the U.S. is implementing a "1, 2 punch" strategy aimed at hitting Russian President Vladimir Putin where it matters most. This involves imposing new sanctions on Russia while simultaneously supplying advanced weaponry to Ukraine. The plan includes the U.S. sending weapons to NATO, with member nations reimbursing the United States for these costs as they transit to Ukraine.
"Some new sanctions for Russia, some new weapons for Ukraine."
— Peter Doocy [00:15]
Economic Contributions from Europe Special Envoy Keith Kellogg addresses the financial aspects of this military support, indicating that while the exact numbers are yet to be finalized, European Union members will contribute to the funding, ensuring that Ukraine receives necessary protection without overburdening the U.S.
"They do need protection, but the European Union is paying for it."
— Keith Kellogg [00:35]
2. Military Cooperation: Massive War Games in Australia
Amidst global tensions, the United States, along with 18 allied nations, is conducting extensive military exercises in Australia. These joint war games represent the largest such collaboration in the region's history, sending a clear message of solidarity and preparedness against potential threats.
"The US and 18 other countries are playing war games in Australia. The biggest joint military drills there ever."
— Dave Anthony [00:42]
3. Domestic Incidents: Tragedies and Crimes
Massachusetts Fire Tragedy A devastating fire in an assisted living facility in Massachusetts resulted in the tragic loss of nine lives and injuring dozens more. Fire Chief Jeffrey Bacon commended the swift response of local emergency services, which conducted numerous rescues and minimized the potential loss of life.
"The police department, fire department and EMS were able to enact dozens of rescues."
— Jeffrey Bacon [01:08]
Kentucky Church Shooting In Lexington, Kentucky, a tragic incident unfolded when a gunman, fleeing a traffic stop, hijacked a vehicle and proceeded to a church. There, he fatally shot two women and wounded two others before being neutralized by police. This event marks a continued concern over gun violence and public safety.
"The gunman was killed after grazing the president's ear and shooting three other people in the crowd."
— Dave Anthony [03:03]
4. Severe Weather and Flooding in Texas
Ongoing Flood Relief Efforts Texas continues to grapple with heavy rains and flooding, particularly in the Kerrville area. Fox Weather's Katie Byrne reports that mandatory evacuations have been issued for regions 80 miles north due to rapidly rising rivers and creeks. Governor Greg Abbott confirmed that dozens have been rescued, although efforts persist to locate those still missing from last weekend's catastrophic floods that claimed 129 lives.
"Evacuations about 80 miles north of us with rivers and creeks once again rising quickly."
— Katie Byrne [01:33]
"Dozens of Texans were rescued in the Lampasas area there by yesterday afternoon."
— Katie Byrne [01:33]
5. FEMA Response Controversy
Allegations of Unanswered Calls In the aftermath of the Texas floods, reports emerged alleging that FEMA failed to answer thousands of calls from affected residents on July 7. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has challenged these claims, attributing the issue to the expiration of phone bank contracts on July 5, which led to the layoff of contractors handling these calls.
"Secretary Noem was critical of the New York Times report that found only about 16% of calls to FEMA were answered on July 7."
— Dave Anthony [02:30]
Disputing the Accuracy of Reports Grinnell Scott from Fox News questioned the validity of the New York Times report, suggesting that the data might not be accurate and emphasizing the need for verification before drawing conclusions.
"So that report needs to be validated. I'm not certain it's accurate."
— Grinnell Scott [02:52]
Political Repercussions Secretary Noem defended President Trump's response to the flooding, dismissing any criticism as an attempt to politicize the tragedy, thereby reinforcing the administration's stance on the issue.
"Secretary Noem praised President Trump for the response in Texas and said any criticism is an attempt to politicize the tragedy."
— Dave Anthony [03:03]
6. Presidential Developments: Assassination Attempt and Upcoming UK Visit
One-Year Anniversary of Assassination Attempt President Trump reflects on surviving an assassination attempt one year ago during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Special Envoy Keith Kellogg shares his personal sentiment, believing divine protection was at play, allowing him to continue serving the country.
"God was protecting me maybe because God wanted our country to do better."
— Keith Kellogg [03:19]
Accountability for Security Lapses Reports from the Senate and Government Accountability Office have criticized the Secret Service for numerous lapses in planning, execution, and communication during the rally where the gunman managed to inflict casualties before being stopped.
"Two reports from the Senate and Government Accountability Office blame Secret Service for errors and planning mistakes."
— Dave Anthony [03:25]
Historic State Visit to the United Kingdom Jonathan Savage announces a significant diplomatic event: President Trump is set to make history with a second state visit to the UK, a first for any U.S. president. Scheduled for September 17th to 19th, the visit will see Trump and the First Lady hosted by King Charles and Queen Camilla at Windsor Castle.
"No US President has ever been invited for a second state visit to the UK that is until now."
— Jonathan Savage [03:19]
7. Financial Markets Update
Wall Street Previews As the newscast concludes, a brief update indicates that Wall Street's stock futures are down in anticipation of the upcoming trading session, reflecting investor sentiment ahead of key political and economic developments.
"On Wall street, stock futures are down before this week's trading starts."
— Dave Anthony [03:53]
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