Fox News Hourly Update: July 24, 2025 – Detailed Summary
Release Date: July 24, 2025
The Fox News Hourly Update, hosted by Dave Anthony, delivered a comprehensive overview of the day's most pressing news topics. Covering a range of issues from higher education settlements to high-profile legal cases and international incidents, the episode provided listeners with in-depth analysis and firsthand accounts. Below is a detailed summary of the key segments discussed during the 8AM ET newscast.
1. Columbia University Settlement Over Anti-Semitism
Dave Anthony opened the broadcast by highlighting President Trump's endorsement of Columbia University’s settlement with Jewish students. Trump praised the university on Truth Social for agreeing to "do what is right" by restoring federal grants that were previously canceled due to "destructive pro-Palestinian protests on campus" (00:02).
Claire Shipman, representing Columbia University, addressed the settlement, which involves a payout exceeding $220 million for violating Jewish students' civil rights. She stated:
"As part of the settlement, the university has not admitted wrongdoing. We are not denying the very serious and painful challenges our institution has faced with anti-Semitism." (00:17)
This agreement signifies Columbia's commitment to reversing discriminatory practices and fostering a more inclusive environment for its students.
2. Developments in the Ghislaine Maxwell Case
Transitioning to legal news, Griff Jenkins reported that Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanch might meet with Ghislaine Maxwell as early as the day of the broadcast. Maxwell, incarcerated for her involvement in the Epstein sex trafficking scandal, remains a central figure in the ongoing investigations into Jeffrey Epstein’s illicit activities.
Furthermore, Jessica Rosenthal announced that a federal judge denied a request to unseal grand jury documents related to Epstein, emphasizing that such releases are typically reserved to "assist other lawyers or help in another case" (01:02). Rosenthal also confirmed that the Justice Department had informed President Trump that his name appears in Epstein-related legal documents and files (01:15).
In response, FBI Director Cash Patel defended the president, asserting that the media’s "smears and lies" are attempts to undermine him and stated that the ongoing story regarding Epstein and Trump is "no different" (01:15).
3. Legal Challenges to President Trump's Policies
Dave Anthony further discussed a recent court decision blocking President Trump's executive order aimed at ending birthright citizenship. Appeals judges have deemed the order unconstitutional, maintaining that children born to illegal immigrants in the U.S. are entitled to citizenship by birthright (01:15).
4. Release of Kilmara Brigo Garcia on Bail
Trey Gowdy provided updates on the case of Kilmara Brigo Garcia, an El Salvadoran national charged with human trafficking. A federal judge has prohibited officials from taking Garcia into immediate ICE custody, allowing him to be released on bail pending his trial in Tennessee. The decision comes after Garcia was wrongfully deported from El Salvador in March (01:34).
Dave Anthony added that Kristen Goodwin Abrego Garcia faces human trafficking charges following his deportation, highlighting ongoing concerns about immigration policies and legal processes (01:50).
5. Investigation into Russian Interference and Presidential Collusion Claims
Delving into political controversies, Dave Anthony discussed the Trump administration's efforts to investigate what former President Trump has labeled the "Russia hoax"—a probe into alleged collusion between Trump's 2016 campaign and Russia initiated by the Obama administration.
Tulsi Gabbard presented startling claims based on newly declassified information, asserting that former President Obama and top administration officials "manufactured intelligence assessments" to fabricate the narrative that Russia interfered in the 2016 election to benefit Trump (02:44). She emphasized:
"They knew it would promote this contrived narrative that Russia interfered in the 2016 election to help President Trump win, selling it to the American people as though it were true. It wasn't." (02:56)
Gabbard also mentioned that her intelligence indicated Russia did not have a favored candidate in the 2016 election. In response, a spokesperson for former President Obama dismissed these allegations as "bizarre" and a "weak attempt at distraction" (03:08).
6. Tragic Plane Crash in Siberia
Tragedy struck as a plane crashed in the Siberian region near China, resulting in the death of all 49 passengers and crew on board. Dave Anthony relayed Russian news reports attributing the crash to severe weather conditions and complications during a second landing attempt (03:27). The incident marks a somber day with significant loss of life.
7. Bryan Kohberger Sentenced for University of Idaho Murders
In a pivotal legal update, Dave Anthony reported on the sentencing of Bryan Kohberger in Idaho for the brutal stabbing deaths of his sister, Kaylee, and three other University of Idaho students in 2022. Olivia Gonsalves, a victim's family member, expressed intense emotion in court:
"You didn't win. You just exposed yourself as the coward you are. You're a delusional, pathetic, hypochondriac loser." (03:43)
Gonsalves also shared sentiments of "tears and heartbreak" from other victims' families, underscoring the profound impact of Kohberger's actions. Ultimately, Kohberger struck a deal to plead guilty, thereby avoiding the death penalty in exchange for a life sentence without the obligation to explain his motives (04:03).
8. Wall Street Update
Concluding the news segments, Dave Anthony provided a brief financial update, noting that stock futures were mixed following record highs achieved by both the Nasdaq and the S&P 500 (04:21). This indicates a volatile yet optimistic outlook in the financial markets.
Note: Advertisements and non-content sections, including promotions for Shopify and Trey Gowdy’s podcast, were excluded from this summary to maintain focus on the core news topics.
For those who missed the broadcast, the Fox News Hourly Update offers a concise yet comprehensive rundown of the day's essential news, ensuring listeners stay informed on critical national and international issues.