Fox News Hourly Update

Episode: 8PM ET 09/16/2025 Newscast
Date: September 17, 2025
Host: FOX News Podcasts

Episode Overview

This episode delivers concise updates on major national and international news headlines. Key stories include the first court appearance of Tyler Robinson in the high-profile shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, developments in the trial of Ryan Ruth—accused of attempting to assassinate President Trump, the escalation of Israel's military operations in Gaza City, President Trump’s National Guard deployment to Memphis, an online threat investigation involving the US Naval Academy, and the breakdown of contract negotiations between Johns Hopkins Medicine and UnitedHealthcare.

Main Discussion Points & Key Segments

1. Tyler Robinson’s First Court Appearance in Charlie Kirk Shooting

• [00:02–00:47]
  • Tyler Robinson, suspect in the shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, appeared virtually in court.
  • Judge Tony Graf read the charges, which include aggravated murder with aggravating factors.
  • Notably, prosecutors allege that Robinson targeted Kirk “because of Tyler James Robinson’s belief or perception regarding Charlie Kirk’s political expression.”
    • Quote:
      • “Tyler James Robinson intentionally selected Charlie Kirk because of Tyler James Robinson's belief or perception regarding Charlie Kirk's political expression.” (C, 00:20)
  • Robinson spoke only to confirm his name and will have a court-appointed attorney.
  • Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty; Robinson is being held without bail. The next hearing is set for September 29th.
  • A protective order was granted for Erica Kirk, Charlie Kirk’s widow, preventing contact from Robinson.

2. Ryan Ruth’s Trial for Attempted Assassination of President Trump

• [00:47–01:31]
  • Ongoing trial of Ryan Ruth, accused of attempting to assassinate President Trump during a golf outing in Florida last year.
  • Court played dramatic Secret Service audio:
    • Quote:
      • “Shot fired, shots fired, shot fired.” (Secret Service, 01:07)
      • “Individual in the face with a gun.” (D, 01:09)
  • No shots were actually fired; Ruth has pled not guilty to all charges.
  • Ruth is representing himself, plans to call a firearms expert and character witnesses, but hasn’t indicated if he will testify.

3. Israeli Military Offensive in Gaza City

• [01:31–01:49]
  • Israel launches a major ground offensive:
    • “Two divisions of ground forces are advancing towards the center of the city. A third to come, 2,000 to 3,000 Hamas fighters believed holed up in the city's tunnels and wreckage.” (E, 01:31)
  • Major issue: large numbers of civilians remain trapped—over 500,000, despite 350,000 having fled.
  • Duration of the offensive could be months, according to Israeli media.

4. President Trump’s National Guard Deployment in Memphis: Operation Viper

• [03:18–03:50]
  • Memphis prepares for National Guard deployment as part of President Trump’s crime crackdown.
  • National Guard, with federal and state law enforcement, to assist in Operation Viper targeting violent offenders.
  • President Trump signed a memorandum supporting the mission:
    • Quote:
      • “We're not going to allow this kind of savagery to destroy our society anymore. We're stopping it doing one by one time, but we want to go quickly.” (G, 03:40)
  • Mississippi prepares for potential crime spillover; Chicago may be targeted for future Guard deployments.

5. Online Threat Against US Naval Academy

• [04:06–04:31]
  • Jackson Fleming, 23, from Indiana, charged with sending an online threat that resulted in the US Naval Academy’s lockdown the previous week.
  • Fleming’s attorney is optimistic about his client’s vindication after complete facts are revealed.

6. Contract Breakdown Between Johns Hopkins Medicine and UnitedHealthcare

• [04:31–05:07]
  • Johns Hopkins Medicine ended contract talks with UnitedHealthcare after eight months of unsuccessful negotiations.
  • Main disagreement: UnitedHealthcare claimed Hopkins wanted the right to “turn patients away at their discretion.”
    • As of now, many Hopkins providers are out-of-network for UnitedHealthcare users.
  • No new contract talks are scheduled.

Notable Quotes

• On Robinson’s Motive:
  • “Tyler James Robinson intentionally selected Charlie Kirk because of Tyler James Robinson's belief or perception regarding Charlie Kirk's political expression.”
    — Court Reading (C, 00:20)
• Secret Service Audio in Ruth Trial:
  • “Shot fired, shots fired, shot fired.”
    — Secret Service, (01:07)
  • “Individual in the face with a gun.”
    — Court Audio (D, 01:09)
• President Trump on Crime Crackdown:
  • “We're not going to allow this kind of savagery to destroy our society anymore. We're stopping it doing one by one time, but we want to go quickly.”
    — Donald Trump (G, 03:40)
• Gaza Offensive Civilian Dilemma:
  • “While some 350,000 have fled, half a million still remain nowhere to run. Caught in the crossfire.”
    — Corespondent Report (E, 01:49)

Segment Timestamps

• Tyler Robinson court appearance & Charlie Kirk case: 00:02–00:47
• Ryan Ruth’s assassination trial: 00:47–01:31
• Israeli military offensive in Gaza: 01:31–01:49
• Memphis National Guard deployment/Operation Viper: 03:18–03:50
• Naval Academy threat charge: 04:06–04:31
• Johns Hopkins–UnitedHealthcare stalemate: 04:31–05:07

Tone & Delivery

• The reporting is direct, succinct, and urgent, emphasizing immediacy and gravity in unfolding events.
• Law enforcement and legal actions are reported with a factual, detail-oriented approach.
• Quotes, especially from President Trump and court proceedings, maintain a serious and authoritative tone.

This summary provides a comprehensive, accessible overview for listeners seeking quick yet thorough coverage of the day’s top stories, as delivered by the Fox News Hourly Update.