Fox News Hourly Update | 8PM ET 10/06/2025 Newscast

Host: Jack Callaghan, FOX News Podcasts
Date: October 7, 2025

Episode Overview

This episode of the Fox News Hourly Update delivers a rapid-fire briefing on significant national and international developments, including the ongoing U.S. government shutdown, progress in Middle East peace negotiations, sanctions on Mexican cartels, deployment of the National Guard, updates on an immigration case, and leadership changes at UNESCO.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. U.S. Government Shutdown Continues

• Main Developments:
  • The sixth day of the federal government shutdown sees continued Senate gridlock.
  • Democrats are making an extension of affordable health care subsidies a sticking point in negotiations.
• President Trump's Perspective:
  • Trump remains optimistic about finding a solution, with a focus on potential health care outcomes.
  • When questioned about reaching a deal with Democrats on subsidies:

    “I would if it’s the right deal. The president is optimistic of a ceasefire within days.” – President Trump [00:34]

• Notable Quote:

  “Up till now there hasn't been a great deal of pain. There could be a great deal of pain, but up till now there hasn't been. I will say this, just hang in there because I think a lot of good things are going to happen. That's all I can say.” – President Trump [00:19]

2. Gaza Peace Talks Advance

• Ongoing Negotiations:
  • Talks in Egypt make "tremendous progress" towards peace between Israel and Hamas.
  • A 20-point U.S. proposal reportedly includes freeing all remaining hostages in return for Israeli withdrawal.
  • Additional requirements: Disarmament by Hamas and establishment of a civilian governance council for post-war Gaza.
• Presidential Optimism:

  “I think we're going to have a deal... It's a hard thing for me to say that when for years and years they've been trying to have a deal with Gaza.” – President Trump [00:56]
  “And it'll be a lasting deal. We want to have peace. This is beyond Gaza. Gaza is a big deal, but this is, this is really peace in the Middle East.” – President Trump [01:12]

3. U.S. Sanctions on Fentanyl Chemical Suppliers

• New Treasury Measures:
  • Sanctions target a network of Mexican companies and affiliates allegedly supplying precursor chemicals for fentanyl production to a Sinaloa cartel faction.
  • The network involved pharmaceutical, laboratory, chemical cleaning, and real estate businesses linked to the Sons, connected to El Chapo Guzman.
• Noteworthy Context:
  • The crackdown is part of the effort to stem the flow of fentanyl into the United States.

4. National Guard Deployment Dispute

• Federal Decision:
  • The Trump administration deploys National Guard troops to Illinois, including 200 from Texas, as part of a crime crackdown.
• State Pushback:
  • Illinois Governor J.D. Pritzker files a lawsuit in response.
  • California Governor Gavin Newsom joins legal opposition after a federal judge blocks the Guard's deployment to Portland, Oregon.
• Quote:

  “I have called upon Governor Abbott to immediately withdraw his support for this decision and refuse to allow Texas National Guard members to be used in this way.” – Jared Halpern reporting on Pritzker's statement [02:43]

5. Immigration and Deportation Case Developments

• The Case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia:
  • After losing an asylum bid, the Salvadoran national and alleged MS-13 gang member faces ongoing deportation proceedings despite the shutdown.
  • U.S. District Judge Paula Zinnis denies the government’s request to delay proceedings, citing duty and case importance.
  • Garcia had been previously deported, returned, and now faces human trafficking charges—claims his case is retaliatory.
• Insightful Moment:

  “Zinnis saying in part that she feels duty bound to continue the case given its importance.” – Jeff Monasto [03:17]

6. Changes at UNESCO

• Leadership Milestone:
  • UNESCO’s executive board nominates former Egyptian Tourism and Antiquities Minister Khalid El Anani as its first director from the Arab world.
  • The agency faces funding uncertainty following the Trump administration’s decision to withdraw U.S. financial support.
• Context and Implications:
  • This leadership shift could signify new directions for UNESCO amid budgetary challenges.

Memorable Moments & Quotes

• On the government shutdown:

  “Up till now there hasn't been a great deal of pain... just hang in there because I think a lot of good things are going to happen.” – President Trump [00:19]

• On Gaza peace prospects:

  "It's a hard thing for me to say that when for years and years they've been trying to have a deal with Gaza." – President Trump [00:56]

• On Governor pushback to National Guard deployment:

  “I have called upon Governor Abbott to immediately withdraw his support for this decision and refuse to allow Texas National Guard members to be used in this way.” – Jared Halpern [02:43]

• On judicial duty during government shutdown:

  “Zinnis saying in part that she feels duty bound to continue the case given its importance.” – Jeff Monasto [03:17]

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Government Shutdown Update: 00:02 – 00:34
• Gaza and Middle East Peace Talks: 00:48 – 01:19
• Fentanyl Sanctions: 01:29 – 01:59
• National Guard & State Disputes: 02:32 – 02:46
• Immigration & Deportation Case: 03:17 – 03:59
• UNESCO Leadership Shift: 03:59 – 04:29

This rapid update episode offers an essential overview of major headlines, with concise, fact-driven reporting and key quotes to offer context for ongoing stories relevant at both national and global levels.