Fox News Hourly Update - 8PM ET 07/05/2025 Newscast Summary
Release Date: July 6, 2025
Host: Daria Albinger
Produced by: Fox News Radio
1. Texas Faces Catastrophic Flooding
Host Introduction: Daria Albinger opens the newscast by addressing the severe flooding crisis in Texas.
Key Details:
- Governor Greg Abbott's Appeal: Texas Governor Greg Abbott emphasizes the urgency in the search and rescue operations.
Notable Quote:
“My instruction to every state agency involved in this is to assume everybody who is missing is alive. And there's a need for speed, not just every hour. Every minute counts.”
— Governor Greg Abbott [00:03]
- Impact of Flooding: At least 43 fatalities reported.
- Guadalupe River Surge: The river between Austin and San Antonio rose over 20 feet in less than an hour.
- Ongoing Concerns: Rescue efforts continue as residents begin their journey back post-July 4th festivities amidst the disaster.
2. Tropical Storm Ashantal Develops
Weather Update by Mike Seidel: Fox Weather’s Mike Seidel provides an analysis of the newly formed Tropical Storm Ashantal off South Carolina.
Key Details:
- Storm Classification: Ashantal is the third named storm of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season.
- Wind Speeds: Currently at 40 mph, expected to increase to 45 mph.
- Projected Path and Impact:
- Movement north at 2 mph, anticipated to accelerate northeast.
- Primarily expected to bring heavy rainfall rather than intensify rapidly.
- Arrival likely late tonight or early Sunday morning.
Notable Quote:
“The number one impact by far will be the locally heavy rain, especially along and where the center comes on shore.”
— Mike Seidel [00:42]
3. Elon Musk Announces the America Party
Political Development: Elon Musk reveals his plan to form a new political party, dubbed the "America Party."
Key Details:
- Motivation Behind the Move:
Musk criticizes the current administration's fiscal policies, highlighting the deficit increase from $2 trillion to $2.5 trillion under President Biden. - Public Reaction: The announcement follows significant support on social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter).
Notable Quote:
“Big beautiful bill increased the deficit from a quote already insane $2 trillion under former President Biden to two and a half trillion. And he says that would have bankrupt the country.”
— Elon Musk
4. US Deportations to South Sudan Finalized
Immigration News: The US Supreme Court approves the deportation of eight individuals to South Sudan following their convictions for violent crimes in the United States.
Key Details:
- Legal Proceedings: After prolonged legal challenges, the Supreme Court has sanctioned the removal.
- Implications: Marks a significant step in the US's immigration enforcement efforts against convicted violent offenders from various nations.
5. President Trump Signs Republican Tax and Spending Cuts Package
Legislative Update: President Donald Trump signs a comprehensive tax and spending cuts bill, termed by him as "the most popular bill ever signed in the history of our country."
Key Details:
- Military Support: The bill was signed shortly after a display of B-2 bombers and F-22/F-35 jets over the White House during July 4th celebrations.
- Bill Provisions:
- Tax Cuts: Extension and expansion of the tax cuts from Trump's first term.
- Funding Boosts: Significant increases in funding for border and immigration enforcement.
- Social Programs Overhaul: Comprehensive changes to Medicaid and food stamp programs.
- Political Reactions:
- Democrats' Stance: Criticize the bill for potentially causing millions to lose essential health and nutrition benefits.
Notable Quotes:
“This is the most popular bill ever signed in the history of our country. Whether you're military or anybody else, this is the most single most popular bill ever signed.”
— Donald Trump [03:23]
“The big beautiful bill, as the president dubbed it, extends and expands tax cuts approved during his first term and gives a massive funding boost, a border and immigration enforcement.”
— Jared Halpern [03:34]
6. Improved Relations Between Trump and Ukraine’s Zelensky
International Relations: Signs indicate a thawing in the previously strained relationship between former President Trump and Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky.
Key Details:
- Past Tensions: Recollection of the heated exchange in late February where Trump criticized Ukraine’s efforts.
- Recent Engagements:
- April meeting in Rome before Pope Francis’s funeral described as productive.
- Latest discussions focused on air defense, specifically the Patriot missile system.
- Potential Military Aid: Trump indicated the possibility of the US supplying Patriot missiles to bolster Ukraine's defense against ballistic threats.
Notable Quotes:
“It's probably the best conversation we have had. We discussed air defense issues and I'm grateful for the willingness to help. The Patriot system is precisely the key to protection against ballistic threats.”
— Volodymyr Zelensky [04:06]
7. Mass Shooting in Philadelphia
Breaking News: A tragic mass shooting occurred in Philadelphia early this morning, resulting in multiple injuries.
Key Details:
- Casualties: Eight individuals injured, with two in critical condition.
- Investigation Status: Authorities are actively searching for the suspect(s) with no clear motive identified at this time.
Notable Quote:
“There’s still no word on a suspect or suspects, nor police say, do they have a motive for the shooting.”
— Daria Albinger [04:45]
Conclusion: The 8PM ET newscast from Fox News Radio delivered a comprehensive overview of pressing national and international issues, including natural disasters, political shifts, legislative changes, and critical incidents affecting public safety. The updates provided timely information and insights into ongoing events shaping the socio-political landscape.