Fox News Hourly Update – August 4, 2025, 8AM ET Newscast

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1. Democratic Protest Against Redistricting Efforts

[00:02] Dave Anthony opens the newscast by highlighting a significant political movement: Democratic leaders are actively protesting Republican-led redistricting efforts.

[00:07] Gene Woo, State House Democratic Leader, asserts, “We come here today with absolute moral clarity,” emphasizing the Democrats' unwavering stance against the proposed changes.

[00:28] Addressing the core issue, Gene Woo states, “The tool they're using is a racist gerrymandered map,” accusing Republicans of manipulating district boundaries to suppress minority voters. Woo warns that such tactics could grant Republicans five additional House seats in the upcoming elections.

2. Republican Governor's Threats and Congressional Tensions

[00:33] Dave Anthony reports that Republican Governor Greg Abbott has responded sternly to the Democratic protest. Abbott has labeled the Democrats as derelicts and issued a warning: if the Democrats do not return to Texas for the crucial vote, he will take action to remove them from the House.

[00:46] Shifting focus to Washington, Mark Meredith details the friction between Senate Democrats and Republicans. With the Senate currently out of session, tensions have escalated over judicial and political nominations. The White House accuses Senate Democrats of “stonewalling more than 140 people for positions within the government,” while the GOP counters that Democrats are intentionally using parliamentary procedures to delay confirmations.

3. Nancy Mace Enters the Gubernatorial Race

[01:08] Dave Anthony introduces a significant development in South Carolina politics: Congresswoman Nancy Mace has officially announced her candidacy for governor.

[01:14] Nancy Mace declares, “I'm making it official. I am running to be your governor of the great state of South Carolina,” marking her entry into a crowded Republican race that includes fellow Congressman Ralph Norman. With Governor Henry McMaster ineligible for another term due to term limits, the race is set to be highly competitive.

4. Ongoing Manhunts in Montana and Tennessee

[01:21] Tragedy strikes as a manhunt intensifies in Montana. Michael Brown, an Army veteran, is the prime suspect accused of shooting four people to death in a bar on Friday.

[01:41] Gene Woo comments, “We've got a lot of resources here at Anaconda. They've been here for about 48 hours,” indicating the extensive efforts deployed to apprehend Brown.

[01:45] Concurrently, Dave Anthony reports another manhunt in Tennessee. Austin Drummond is accused of killing four members of a single family last week. Authorities continue their search for Drummond, heightening concerns over public safety.

5. U.S. Tariffs and Trade Negotiations with Canada

[03:08] Dave Anthony discusses impending U.S. tariffs set to take effect on Thursday, targeting imports from various countries with rates ranging from 10% to 41%. Amid ongoing trade negotiations, President Donald Trump has hinted at redistributing some of the billions in tariff revenues to American citizens.

[03:23] Donald Trump elaborates, “There could be a distribution or a dividend to the people of our country. I would say for people that would be middle income people and lower income.” This proposal aims to offset the impact of tariffs on everyday Americans.

[03:31] The trade tensions extend to Canada, which is seeking to reduce tariffs imposed by the Trump administration. Dominic LeBlanc, Canada’s U.S. Trade Minister, states, “We think it will unlock up to $500 billion of investment in Canada for things like pipelines, port, infrastructure, mines,” referencing the One Canadian Economy Act.

[04:07] Dominic LeBlanc expresses optimism about upcoming discussions, mentioning that Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and President Trump are scheduled to talk further about trade in the coming days.

6. Tribute to Loni Anderson, Star of WKRP in Cincinnati

[04:18] The newscast shifts to a moment of reflection as Jane Fergus announces the passing of Loni Anderson, beloved for her role as Lonnie Anderson, the receptionist on "WKRP in Cincinnati."

[04:22] Jane Fergus shares, “Earning two Emmy nominations and legions of fans,” highlighting Anderson's impact on television and her enduring legacy.

[04:41] Anderson, who was 79 years old, is remembered fondly for her portrayal of the “sexy, smart receptionist at the struggling station,” and her personal life, including her marriage to actor Burt Reynolds, with whom she shared a son.

7. Market Updates: Wall Street Reacts to Recent Events

[04:53] Dave Anthony briefly touches on Wall Street's response to last Friday's market sell-off, noting a rise in stock futures as investors react to the day's economic and political developments.

This summary encapsulates the key discussions and insights from the August 4, 2025, edition of the Fox News Hourly Update. For more detailed coverage, listeners are encouraged to tune into the full episode on the FOX News Podcasts Network.