Fox News Hourly Update - 8PM ET 07/12/2025 Newscast Summary
Release Date: July 13, 2025
1. President Trump Imposes New 30% Tariffs on EU and Mexico
In a significant move impacting international trade, President Donald Trump announced the introduction of a 30% tariff on goods imported from the European Union and Mexico, set to take effect on August 1st. This decision aims to address ongoing trade disputes and reinforce border security measures.
Alexandria Hoff provided detailed insights from New Jersey:
"President Trump revealed this plan on Truth Social today where letters were shared to nations that includes Mexico. ... what Mexico has done is not enough. Mexico still has not stopped the cartels who are trying to turn all of North America into a narco trafficking playground."
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The tariff announcement has garnered international attention, with French President Emmanuel Macron expressing strong disapproval. Macron criticized the tariffs, highlighting that they came after "weeks of intense engagement" and a "solid offer made in good faith" by the European Commission aimed at resolving trade tensions.
2. Devastating Flash Floods in Central Texas: Search and Rescue Efforts Continue
Central Texas is grappling with the aftermath of severe flash flooding that has left over 170 people missing. The region is now bracing for potential additional thunderstorms, which pose a continued threat of further flooding.
Jack Callaghan reported on the ongoing situation:
"In Central Texas, more than 170 people are still missing after flash flooding swept through the area last week. Now there's the threat of more thunderstorms."
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Katie Byrne of Fox Weather provided an on-the-ground update from Kerrville, Texas:
"Night and day crews are working. They're hiking through riverbanks, cutting away at piles of dense debris with cadaver. Dogs and dive teams continue to search the water as they monitor rain in the forecast."
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The Hill Country remains at a level 2 out of 4 flash flood threat, meaning that even a single thunderstorm could trigger additional flooding in the saturated area. The search teams face significant challenges, and any incoming rain could severely hinder their efforts.
Tragically, the community mourns the loss of 12-year-old Shiloh Wilson, a young rodeo competitor:
"A procession for 12-year-old Shiloh Wilson, a young rodeo competitor, just passed us as he makes his way home to the Houston area. His family says he will be buried there with his parents as they were in an RV park nearby that got swept away by this catastrophic flooding."
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The toll of the floods has risen to at least 120 fatalities, underscoring the severity of the disaster. In a display of solidarity, Fox News viewers and listeners have collectively raised $5 million to support the affected communities in Central Texas.
3. Controversy Surrounds Florida's Migrant Detention Center "Alligator Alcatraz"
A newly established migrant detention facility in Florida, colloquially known as "Alligator Alcatraz," has sparked heated debates following a tour by a group of lawmakers. The facility's conditions have become a focal point of contention between Democrats and Republicans.
Jack Callaghan reported on the political fallout:
"A group of lawmakers toured the new, controversial Florida migrant detention center known as Alligator Alcatraz this morning."
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Post-tour, Florida Democrat Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz criticized the detention center's environment:
"The environment inside that facility brutal. The conditions that we saw inside this internment camp, which is nothing less than that description, were really appalling."
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In contrast, Stephanie Hartman, spokesperson for the Florida Division of Emergency Management, defended the facility:
"The facility meets all standard requirements and is in good working order. There is air conditioning and access to recreation, clergy and attorneys along with medical care."
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Governor Ron DeSantis leveled accusations at Democrats, claiming they prioritize the needs of undocumented migrants over those of American taxpayers, further intensifying the political divide on immigration policies.
4. Preliminary Report on Air India Crash Reveals Possible Fuel Supply Issue
The investigation into the recent Air India crash, which resulted in 260 fatalities, has unveiled troubling details about the aircraft's final moments. The preliminary report suggests that a critical fuel supply issue may have been a contributing factor to the tragic accident.
Alexandria Hoff detailed the findings:
"It appears fuel to the plane was cut off moments before that crash... the flight lasted about 30 seconds between takeoff and crash and once it reached its top recorded speed, fuel control switches for the engines were moved from the run to the cutoff position, starving both engines of fuel."
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The report indicates that both pilots were confused over the adjustments made to the fuel control switches, leading to insufficient engine power as the plane began to lose altitude. Notably, although one engine was successfully restarted, the aircraft could not regain the necessary thrust in time to avoid the impact.
Stephanie Bennett, India's Civil Aviation Minister, emphasized the preliminary nature of the findings:
"The report's findings are preliminary and no one should jump to any conclusions until the report is final."
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The aviation community awaits the final report for a comprehensive understanding of the factors that led to the disaster.
Conclusion
This episode of the Fox News Hourly Update provided comprehensive coverage of pivotal events, including President Trump's new tariff policies affecting the EU and Mexico, the relentless rescue efforts amid Central Texas' devastating floods, the contentious debates surrounding Florida's migrant detention practices, and the unsettling preliminary findings of the Air India flight crash investigation. Fox News continues to deliver timely and in-depth reporting on matters of national and international significance.