8PM ET 08/27/2025 Newscast

Summary

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Fox News Hourly Update – 8PM ET 08/27/2025

Host: Lisa Lucera, FOX News Podcasts
Date: August 28, 2025
Episode Overview:
This news update covers a range of significant national and international stories, including a tragic church shooting in Minneapolis, leadership changes at the CDC amid ongoing controversy, the federalization of D.C. policing under President Trump, escalating diplomatic tensions between Denmark and the U.S. over Greenland, and major developments in sports.

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Main Stories and Key Discussion Points

1. Tragic Shooting at Minneapolis Catholic Church

• Overview:
  A vigil is being held in Minneapolis for victims of a shooting that occurred during Mass at the Annunciation Catholic Church, attended by local elementary school students.
• Details:
  • The suspect, 23-year-old Robin Westman, was armed with a rifle, shotgun, and pistol, firing through church windows.
  • Two children (aged 8 and 10) were killed. Fourteen other children and three adults (including two parishioners in their 80s) were injured.
  • Westman left a manifesto, now under police review. Court records show Westman legally changed her name and gender at age 17.
  • Westman died of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.
  • Police Chief Ryan O’Hara stated there’s currently no known connection between the shooter and the church or a clear motive.
• Notable Quote:

  “Police say the suspect, 23 year old Robin Westman, fired dozens of rounds from the three weapons…” – News Reporter (00:36)

• Timestamps:
  • Initial report and details: 00:02–01:04

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2. CDC Leadership Turmoil and Public Health Policy Concerns

• Overview:
  Dr. Susan Manarez, CDC Director for less than a month, has resigned. Three other top CDC officials have also left amid claims of political interference in public health.
• Details:
  • Dr. Manarez’s attorneys allege she was targeted for prioritizing public welfare over political agendas.
  • One official cited “ongoing weaponization of Public Health” as their reason for stepping down.
• Notable Quote:

  “Three other top officials at the CDC have resigned with one writing they are no longer able to serve in their role because of the ongoing weaponization of Public Health.” – Lisa Lucera (01:04)

• Timestamps:
  • Report of resignations: 01:04–01:21

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3. Federalization of D.C. Police and Public Reaction

• Overview:
  President Trump’s executive order federalized the D.C. police department, which has reportedly resulted in decreased crime, though concerns about community trust persist.
• Details:
  • D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser acknowledges crime is down but says federalization and the presence of masked ICE agents has led to distrust.
  • Political analysts suggest such tactics are ineffective.
• Notable Quote:

  “We know having masked ICE agents in the community has not worked.” – Political Analyst (01:46)

• Timestamps:
  • Background and analysis: 01:21–01:52

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4. U.S. Influence Operations in Greenland: Denmark Reacts

• Overview:
  Danish officials are demanding answers after reports that the Trump administration launched covert operations to sway public opinion in Greenland.
• Details:
  • Denmark’s foreign minister has summoned the U.S. ambassador following Danish media reports of U.S. influence efforts.
  • President Trump has openly expressed interest in Greenland for its strategic value, referencing the U.S. Bidoufik space base.
  • Denmark, a key NATO ally, maintains Greenland is not for sale.
• Notable Quote:

  “President Trump has long made it known he has interest in acquiring the territory for the US or at least striking some deal giving the US more access to it…” – Political Analyst (03:20)

• Timestamps:
  • Main report: 03:07–03:57

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5. Sports Updates

NFL: Rashee Rice Suspension

• Overview:
  Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice is suspended for six games for violating the NFL’s personal conduct policy.
• Details:
  • Rice recently pled guilty to felony charges related to a March 2024 Dallas highway crash.
• Timestamps:
  • Report: 03:57–04:12

Ryder Cup: Team USA Selections

• Overview:
  Ryder Cup captain Keegan Bradley announces his six picks for the U.S. team, opting not to include himself as a playing captain.
• Details:
  • Team members: Justin Thomas, Colin Morikawa, Ben Griffin, Cameron Young, Patrick Cantlay, and Sam Burns.
  • Bradley expresses emotional difficulty about not playing, saying the role of captain was his ultimate duty.
  • The Ryder Cup is set for September 26–28 at Bethpage Black, Long Island, NY.
• Notable Quote:

  “This broke my heart not to play, really did, because you know, I you work forever to make these teams. But ultimately I was chosen to do a job.” – Keegan Bradley (04:31)

• Timestamps:
  • Announcement and Bradley’s remarks: 04:23–04:59

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Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On the Minneapolis Shooting:
  • “Police say the suspect, 23 year old Robin Westman, fired dozens of rounds from the three weapons.” (00:36)
  • “Westman died of an apparent self inflicted gunshot wound.” – Lisa Lucera (01:04)
• On Public Health:
  • “Three other top officials at the CDC have resigned with one writing they are no longer able to serve in their role because of the ongoing weaponization of Public Health.” (01:04)
• On D.C. Policing:
  • “We know having masked ICE agents in the community has not worked.” (01:46)
• On Greenland Diplomacy:
  • “Denmark’s foreign minister is now summoning the US Ambassador… following a report… that the US has been engaging allegedly in covert influence operations in the Danish territory of Greenland.” (03:20)
• On the Ryder Cup:
  • “This broke my heart not to play, really did … But ultimately I was chosen to do a job.” – Keegan Bradley (04:31)

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Timestamps for Key Segments

• 00:02–01:04 — Minneapolis shooting and investigation
• 01:04–01:21 — CDC resignations
• 01:21–01:52 — D.C. policing and public reaction
• 03:07–03:57 — U.S.-Denmark tensions over Greenland
• 03:57–04:12 — Rashee Rice NFL suspension
• 04:23–04:59 — Ryder Cup team announcement and captain’s remarks

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This episode delivers a concise roundup of national tragedies, government leadership crises, foreign diplomatic strains, and high-profile sports decisions, delivering the news in FOX’s characteristic direct and urgent style.

Transcript

[Lisa Lucera]

Remembering the victims. I'm Lisa Lucera, FOX News. A vigil this hour in Minneapolis for the victims of this morning's shooting at a Catholic church where students from a nearby school were attending Mass.

[News Reporter]

Police were called to the Annunciation Catholic Church after the suspect armed with a rifle, shotgun and a pistol began firing through church windows, sending bullets and glass raining down onto elementary school children.

[Lisa Lucera]

Fox says Jonathan Hunt, two children aged 8 and 10 were killed and 14 other kids and three adults were hurt, including two parishioners in their 80s.

[News Reporter]

Police say the suspect, 23 year old Robin Westman, fired dozens of rounds from the three weapons. Investigators say they're looking at an apparent manifesto left by Westman. Court records from Dakota County, Minnesota Show A then 17 year old called Robert Westman was granted a name change to Robin in 2012 with the court writing, quote, minor child identifies as a female.

[Lisa Lucera]

Wesman died of an apparent self inflicted gunshot wound. Minneapolis Police Chief Ryan o' Hara said police hadn't yet found any relationship between the shooter and the church and have not yet determined a motive. After less than a month on the job, CDC Director Dr. Susan Manarez has left the agency. Her attorneys say she was targeted for protecting the public over serving a political agenda. Three other top officials at the CDC have resigned with one writing they are no longer able to serve in their role because of the ongoing weaponization of Public Health. D.C. mayor Muriel Bowser says violent crime in the District is down since President Trump federalized the police department but has created a distrust between the police and the community.

[Political Analyst]

We know having masked ICE agents in the community has not worked.

[Lisa Lucera]

President Trump signed an executive order earlier this month federalizing the police department. America's listening to FOX News.

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[Lisa Lucera]

Fox Officials in Denmark reacting after reporting Danish media that the Trump administration launched a secret influence operation to change public opinion about U.S. involvement in Greenland.

[Political Analyst]

Denmark's foreign minister is now summoning the US Ambassador to the country following a report in the Danish state operated press that the US has been engaging allegedly in covert influence operations in the Danish territory of Greenland. President Trump has long made it known he has interest in acquiring the territory for the US or at least striking some deal giving the US more access to it, saying it is of strategic value to American interests in the North Atlantic. Greenland does host the US's Bidoufik space base. Denmark is a NATO ally but insists the territory is not for sale. Eben Brown, Fox News Kansas City Chiefs.

[Lisa Lucera]

Wide receiver Rashee Rice has been suspended six games for violating the NFL's personal conduct policy. That's according to the Associated Press. Six weeks ago, Rice pled guilty to two third degree felony charges of collision involving serious bodily injury and racing on a highway causing bodily injury as part of a plea agreement from a crash on a Dallas highway in March 2024. The final six golfers for the U.S. ryder cup team have been announced.

[Sports Reporter]

Keegan Bradley naming Justin Thomas, Colin Morikawa, Ben Griffin, Cameron Young, Patrick Cantlay and Sam Burns as his six captains picks for Team usa. Bradley deciding against becoming the event's first playing captain since Arnold Palmer back in 1963. This broke my heart not to play, really did, because you know, I you work forever to make these teams. But ultimately I was chosen to do a job. I was chosen to be the captain of this team. The Ryder cup will be played at the famed Bethpage Black Golf course on New York's Long island from September 26th through the 28th.

[Lisa Lucera]

Fox's Frank Lanza. I'm Lisa Lucera. This is Fox News.

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