Fox News Hourly Update — 8AM ET (10/07/2025)

Host: Dave Anthony (FOX News Podcasts)
Date: October 7, 2025

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This episode provides an efficient, fact-packed update on major global and national news, highlighting ongoing conflicts, domestic political disputes, scientific achievements, and the latest in sports. Key focuses include the anniversary of the Gaza conflict, the U.S. government shutdown, legal actions around National Guard deployments, Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine, and notable Congressional investigations.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Anniversary of the October 7th Attack & Gaza War Updates

• [00:02] The episode opens with the ongoing mourning in Israel, marking the two-year anniversary of the October 7th attack by Hamas.
• Lahran Berman, whose brothers remain among the 48 hostages still held by Hamas, voices hope for the ceasefire talks in Egypt but remains cautious:
  • Notable Quote:
    • Berman: “They are not yet here. So a lot can happen.” ([00:29])
• The ongoing negotiations for a ceasefire, focusing on freeing hostages, are highlighted as central to the diplomatic efforts.

2. U.S. Government Shutdown — Day 7

• [00:32] The shutdown has entered its seventh day with Congress in a stalemate over funding, affecting hundreds of thousands of federal workers—many of whom are off the job or, if “essential,” working without pay.
• Sean Duffy, Transportation Secretary, on air traffic controllers working amid the shutdown:
  • Notable Quote:
    • Duffy: “I want our controllers to go to work. That's their job. They're important jobs. Eventually they're gonna get paid. But we gotta be honest, they're humans and they're under pressure.” ([00:47])
• Impact: Nearly 500 flight delays so far that morning (after about 6,000 the day before), attributed partly to increased sick calls among controllers.

3. Legal Battle Over National Guard Deployment in U.S. Cities

• [00:55] The Trump administration plans to appeal a federal judge’s ruling blocking National Guard deployment to Portland, Oregon, amid ongoing protests.
• Mark Meredith (White House correspondent): The president considers invoking the Insurrection Act to deploy the military if legal obstacles remain:
  • President Trump’s Statement:
    • Trump: “If people were being killed and courts were holding us up, or governors or mayors were holding us up, sure.” ([01:27])
• Democrats in Illinois are suing to block troop deployment, while Texas Governor Greg Abbott supports the Trump administration with his state’s National Guard.

4. Nobel Prize in Physics Announced

• [01:35] Three U.S.-based scientists awarded the Nobel Prize for Physics for work on quantum tunneling, which has advanced digital technology.
• Listeners are reminded that the Peace Prize will be announced on Friday.

5. Ukraine War — Sanctions and Arms Technology Concerns

• [02:16] While indirect talks try to end the Gaza war, attention shifts to Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine and the impact of Western sanctions.
• [02:30] Russia launches deadly drone and missile strikes on Lviv, killing four (including a 15-year-old girl).
• Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky points out British- and American-made technology found in Russian attack drones, pressing for stronger sanctions:
  • Notable Quote:
    • Jonathan Savage (reporting): Zelensky “…wants more effective sanctions to prevent products reaching Russia's military supply chain. Russia is now the most sanctioned nation in the world, but Ukraine's leader says schemes are being used to get around those restrictions.” ([02:30])

6. Congressional Investigations: January 6th

• [03:03] Attorney General Pam Bondi will testify in the Senate, with expected questions on the FBI’s tracking of nine GOP senators’ phone calls related to the January 6th Capitol riot probe.
• Senator Tommy Tuberville reacts:
  • Notable Quote:
    • Tuberville: “Obviously I figured we would be somehow breached by China or North Korea, but… Not by your own government.” ([03:32])

7. Economic and Sports Round-Up

• [03:34]* Stock futures are trending upward after record closes for the Nasdaq and S&P 500.
• [03:43] Baseball Playoffs:
  • Dodgers beat the Phillies 4-3, taking a 2-0 lead in the series.
  • Brewers lead the Cubs after a 7-3 win.
• [03:43] Football:
  • The Jacksonville Jaguars upset the Kansas City Chiefs, 31-28.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Lahran Berman:
  “They are not yet here. So a lot can happen.” ([00:29])
• Sean Duffy:
  “Eventually they're gonna get paid. But we gotta be honest, they're humans and they're under pressure.” ([00:47])
• President Trump:
  “If people were being killed and courts were holding us up, or governors or mayors were holding us up, sure.” ([01:27])
• Jonathan Savage on Zelensky’s frustration:
  “Russia is now the most sanctioned nation in the world, but Ukraine's leader says schemes are being used to get around those restrictions.” ([02:30])
• Senator Tuberville:
  “…Not by your own government.” ([03:32])

Timestamps for Major Segments

• [00:02] Israel marks October 7th anniversary, Gaza hostage crisis update
• [00:32] U.S. Government shutdown — impacts on federal workers and air travel
• [00:55] National Guard deployment legal disputes, President Trump’s comments
• [01:35] Nobel Prize in Physics announcement
• [02:16] Ukraine/Russia: Sanctions, arms technology in drones
• [03:03] Senate/FBI investigation into January 6th, Senator Tuberville’s response
• [03:34] Economic and sports headlines

Overall Tone

The episode maintains FOX News' signature direct, urgent, and fact-focused tone, providing swift context and succinct perspectives from all sides of current news events. Interviews and quotes bring a human dimension to each headline, especially the voices of those directly affected.

This structured update gives listeners a concise but comprehensive understanding of key headlines and underlying tensions shaping domestic and international affairs as of October 7, 2025.