Fox News Hourly Update: 8AM ET 09/13/2025 Newscast

Date: September 13, 2025
Host: Fox News Podcasts Team

Episode Overview

This Fox News Hourly Update delivers a concise roundup of the morning’s major national headlines. The newscast centers on Erica Kirk’s pledge to continue Charlie Kirk’s legacy after his assassination, updates on high-profile criminal proceedings, Congressional investigations into President Biden’s competency, and President Trump’s increasing deployment of the National Guard to address urban crime. The episode also features key legal rulings on immigration enforcement.

1. Erica Kirk Vows to Continue Charlie Kirk’s Mission

(00:02–00:57)

• The widow of Charlie Kirk, Erica Kirk, made her first public statement following his assassination at Utah Valley University.
• Erica delivered a moving tribute, promising to push forward her husband’s work and ensure his mission endures and grows.
• She issued a warning to those responsible, implying their actions have only strengthened the movement.

Notable Quotes:

• Erica Kirk:

  “No one will forget Charlie's name. His mission will only grow louder, stronger, bolder...” (00:13)
  “The movement my husband built will not die. It won't. I refuse to let that happen. It will not die.” (00:28)
  “If you thought he was powerful before, you have no idea what you've unleashed.” (00:37)

• Ted Lindner (FOX News):

  “Turning Point’s fall tour and America Fest will go on and Charlie Kirk’s podcast will continue... [Erica Kirk] promising to carry his legacy forward.” (00:37)

2. Legal Updates: Arrests and High-Profile Trials

Tyler Robinson Arrested in Connection with Kirk Assassination
(00:57)

• Tyler Robinson was arrested on suspicion of aggravated murder and other related charges. He is being held without bail.

Trump Assassination Attempt Trial Progresses in Florida
(01:11–01:52)

• FBI Special Agent Catherine Rose presented evidence (e.g., Chinese-made rifle, action camera) found at the scene of the alleged attempt on ex-President Trump at Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach.
• Defendant Ryan Ruth is acting as his own attorney, conducting very brief or no cross-examinations, thus speeding up the trial.
• Lt. William Gale from the Palm Beach County bomb squad provided further testimony, notably references to items found at the alleged sniper site, like Vienna sausages evidenced in selfies.

Notable Moment:

• The defendant’s decision to represent himself, resulting in a notably swift trial progression.

Quotes:

• Jonathan SerI (FOX News):

  “Lt. William Gale... says he noticed the Vienna sausages on the ground, a food item seen in a selfie taken by the defendant, Ryan Ruth, acting as his own attorney.” (01:11)

3. Investigation Into President Biden’s Competency

(03:10–03:59)

• The House Oversight Committee interviewed former White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre.
  • She testified that she never observed changes in President Biden’s mental state nor heard him stutter.
  • She denied knowledge of anyone who may have inserted talking points suggesting cognitive decline into her briefings.
  • She labeled viral videos showing Biden appearing confused as “cheap fakes.”
• Committee Chair James Comer referenced new memos and internal emails about use of an autopen for presidential pardons, raising concerns about Biden’s direct involvement in decisions.

Notable Quotes:

• Karine Jean-Pierre (as summarized by FOX):

  “She never noticed a change in President Biden’s competency, that she never heard him stutter... calling videos of the president looking confused cheap fakes.” (03:21)

• Rep. James Comer:

  “When people in the Department of Justice email... does the president even know who they just pardoned? I mean, that's very concerning.” (03:44)

Upcoming:

• Former White House Chief of Staff Jeff Zients to testify next Thursday.

4. Trump Expands National Guard Deployment to Memphis

(04:06–04:40)

• President Trump announced the deployment of National Guard troops to Memphis, labeling the city “deeply troubled.”
• Both Tennessee’s Governor and Memphis’s Mayor Paul Young are said to support the move, though Mayor Young clarified he did not request the troops and questions the tactic’s effectiveness on crime.
• Trump hints at similar future deployments to other major cities.

Notable Quotes:

• President Trump:

  “We're going to fix that just like... we did Washington.” (04:17)

• Jared Halpern (FOX News):

  “But Mayor Paul Young says he did not ask for the National Guard and does not believe it is a way to drive down crime.” (04:19)

5. Federal Ruling on ICE Courthouse Arrests in NYC

(04:40–05:07)

• A federal judge ruled in favor of ICE agents, allowing the continuation of migrant arrests in New York City courthouses, overruling challenges by civil rights groups.
• The ruling also blocks a DOJ policy that would have encouraged immigration judges to dismiss cases for immediate ICE arrest of suspected migrants.

Summary by Jack Callahan (FOX News):

“A federal judge has ruled that ICE agents can continue making courthouse arrests in New York City, shutting down a challenge... The judge blocked a Department of Justice policy... encouraging immigration judges to dismiss cases so ICE agents could immediately, immediately arrest suspected migrants.” (04:40)

Final Notes

• The newscast maintains Fox’s signature brisk, headline-driven style, delivering focused updates on breaking national topics.
• Erica Kirk’s heartfelt remarks and resolve in the face of tragedy stand out as the emotional core of the episode.
• Legal and political accountability stories—spanning recent violence, presidential investigations, and immigration enforcement—dominate, with direct quotes illustrating both the facts and tensions in each segment.

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