Fox News Hourly Update – 8AM ET Newscast (October 24, 2025)

Host: Dave Anthony, with reporting by Peter Doocy, Jared Halpern, Chanley Painter, and Joe Morgan
Episode Theme:
A fast-paced roundup of breaking national stories, including escalating U.S.-Canada trade tensions, Supreme Court drama over tariffs, a major fraud case involving New York’s Attorney General, the ongoing federal government shutdown, key sports highlights, and anticipation for the World Series.

Main Theme & Purpose

The episode delivers a concise yet thorough briefing on current top stories affecting U.S. politics, law, the economy, and sports. President Trump's reaction to a controversial Canadian ad and the ensuing trade fallout set the stage, followed by legal and political showdowns at home. The government shutdown's impact and high-profile sports results round out the update.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Escalating Tensions: Trump vs. Canada Over a Reagan-Themed Ad

• Canada's Ontario government aired a commercial using edited clips of a 1987 Ronald Reagan radio address, warning against tariffs.
• President Trump reacted with outrage, posting multiple statements on Truth Social, and abruptly terminated all trade talks with Canada.
• The Reagan Foundation clarified Ontario did not secure permission to use or alter the address, complaining of "misrepresentation."
• Quote:
  • Peter Doocy (00:21): “Tariffs inevitably lead to retaliation by foreign countries and the triggering of fierce trade wars.”
• Trump accused Canada of attempting to interfere with an imminent and important Supreme Court ruling on tariffs.
  • Dave Anthony (00:52): “Now the Supreme Court will consider legal challenges to the president's authority to impose tariffs…he wrote it's the most important case at the court ever.”
• The U.S.-Asia trade landscape is also heating up, with Trump set to meet China's leader amid an intensifying trade war, especially targeting agriculture and critical minerals.

2. Supreme Court and Tariffs: Looming Legal Battles

• Legal challenges to Trump’s expansive tariff powers are about to reach the Supreme Court.
• Trump is framing the case as historic for both national security and the U.S. economy.
• This issue is driving new urgency to Trump’s impending Asia tour, where trade talks with China are expected to be tense.

3. White House Developments: Renovation and Political Criticism

• Major construction is underway in the East Wing for a new ballroom, drawing criticism from Trump opponents.
• Trump departs for his Asia trip later tonight.

4. Legal News: NY Attorney General Charged with Fraud

• NY Attorney General Letitia James will appear in court facing two felony charges of bank fraud and making false statements linked to a 2020 home purchase.
  • Chanley Painter (01:34): “Lawyers are planning to ask the judge to dismiss the indictment against her today when she does appear in that courtroom.”
• James, a frequent Trump critic, previously won a high-profile fraud lawsuit against Trump and his organization.
  • Dave Anthony (01:53): “James vowed to target President Trump when she became AG and won a fraud lawsuit against him in the Trump Organization last year.”

5. Government Shutdown: No End in Sight

• Day 24 of the shutdown with no resolution.
• The Senate has adjourned until Monday after another failed vote, this time centered on health care and funding federal workers and military personnel.
• Democratic View:
  • Chanley Painter (02:43): “House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and fellow Democrats say they won't back a bill that doesn't include Affordable Care Act tax credit extensions.”
• Republican View:
  • Dave Anthony (02:50): “The American people to Democrats are considered pawns for leverage to go and make the far left radical base look like they're fighting Donald Trump.”
  • Chanley Painter (03:01): “House Majority Leader Steve Scalise. Republicans say the GOP bill will fund the government through most of November, urging Democrats to negotiate on policies after the government reopens.”

6. Economic Developments

• Government shutdown has delayed official economic reports; however, an updated inflation report on consumer prices for last month is expected later this hour.
• Stock futures are trending upwards.

7. Sports Highlights

• NFL:
  • The LA Chargers dominated the Minnesota Vikings 37-10, with quarterback Justin Herbert throwing three touchdowns and racking up a total of 227 passing yards and 62 on the ground.
    • Joe Morgan (03:29): “The Chargers thoroughly dominated Minnesota, beating the Vikings 37-10 thanks to three passing touchdowns from Justin Herbert.”
• MLB:
  • The Dodgers will face the Blue Jays in Toronto as the World Series gets underway, with LA aiming to defend its championship.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• President Trump's Truth Social post on Canada (as quoted by Peter Doocy, 00:36):
  “They only did this to interfere with the decision of the U.S. supreme Court and other courts. Tariffs are very important to the national security and economy of the USA.”

• Dave Anthony (02:16):
  “It is day 24 of the government shutdown and it will keep going. The Senate is adjourned till Monday after another vote failed.”

Segment Timestamps

• Trump vs. Canada, Reagan Ad, and Tariffs: 00:02 – 00:52
• Supreme Court Tariff Case & Trump’s Asia Trip: 00:52 – 01:18
• White House Renovations & Trip Details: 01:18 – 01:34
• Letitia James Fraud Case: 01:34 – 01:53
• Shutdown Update & Political Reactions: 02:16 – 03:14
• Economic Outlook: 03:14 – 03:29
• NFL Playoff Recap: 03:29 – 04:04
• World Series Preview: 04:04 – 04:19

Tone

Direct, fast-paced, and news-focused with clear delineation of partisan perspectives and an emphasis on urgent political, economic, and sports headlines.

For a brisk but comprehensive news briefing, this episode captures the intensity of the day’s major stories—from global trade battles and high-stakes court cases to sports showdowns and the ongoing federal shutdown.