Fox News Hourly Update – 8PM ET 10/18/2025 Newscast

Host: FOX News Podcasts (with Daria Albinger, Jill Nadeau, CB Cotton)
Date: October 19, 2025

Overview

This episode provides a fast-paced roundup of the day's top news, focusing on nationwide protests against President Trump, political rallies and policy debates, military celebrations, international drug enforcement actions, and tightening gubernatorial races. The coverage is direct, energetic, and rooted in Fox News’ political tone, trading quick-fire on-the-ground updates with pointed soundbites from notable figures.

Key Stories and Discussion Points

1. Nationwide "No Kings" Protests Against President Trump

• Scale of Protests:

  • "Hundreds of thousands of demonstrators" are taking part in anti-Trump rallies across the country.
  • Significant gatherings in Washington, D.C. and Manhattan, NY—revised mid-report to "100,000 demonstrators" in Manhattan.
    • (Daria Albinger, 00:03–00:31)

• Names and Endorsements:

  • Democrats are calling these "No Kings Rallies."
    • (Daria Albinger, 00:06)

• Bernie Sanders at the D.C. Rally:

  “How do I know that we will succeed? Take a look at this huge crowd right here in our nation’s capital.”
  — Bernie Sanders, 00:19

• Republican Response:

  • Senator Mark Wayne Mullen from Oklahoma argues that protesters are ignoring Trump’s achievements, including “ending eight wars” and “bringing home the hostages in Israel.”

  “What are you exactly protesting other than your hatred towards President Trump?”
  — Mark Wayne Mullen, 00:41

  • Some Republicans are labeling them "hate America rallies."
    • (Daria Albinger, 00:56)

2. US Marines’ 250th Anniversary Celebration

• Location: Camp Pendleton, California
• Speakers:

  • Vice President Vance (who served in the Marines) delivers greetings from President Trump and offers reassurance amidst the government shutdown:

    “He’s proud of you, that he loves you and that despite the Schumer shutdown, he is going to do everything he can to make sure you get paid exactly as you deserve.”
    — Vice President Vance, 01:10

  • Secretary of War Pete Hegseth: Praises the Marines, calling them “the world’s best and most lethal fighting force.”

    • (Daria Albinger paraphrasing, 01:30)

3. Ceasefire Tensions in Gaza

• U.S. Statement:
  • Reports of an imminent “ceasefire violation by Hamas against people of Gaza.”
  • The State Department warns such a violation “would not be ignored.”
    • (Daria Albinger, 01:36–01:59)

4. High-Profile Drug Interdiction and International Tensions

• US Military Action:

  • President Trump announces: U.S. destroyed a “large drug carrying submarine” heading toward the U.S., with fentanyl on board.
  • Of four suspected narco-terrorists: Two killed, and two set for deportation to Ecuador and Colombia for prosecution.
    • (Jill Nadeau, 03:17–03:55)

• International Fallout:

  • Debate among U.S. lawmakers about the legality of such strikes.
  • Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro claims these actions are meant to force “regime change” in his country.
    • (Jill Nadeau paraphrasing, 03:50)

5. New Jersey Governor’s Race Tightens

• Democratic Momentum:

  • Mikie Sherrill is receiving high-profile Democratic endorsements, including Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer and former President Barack Obama.
    • (CB Cotton, 04:01–04:23)

• Polling Data:

  • Sherrill’s lead over GOP candidate Jack Ciattarelli shrinks from seven points to four.

• Key Themes:

  • Sherrill pledges to tackle state issues, notably affordability; frames the campaign as opposition to the White House.
  • Ciattarelli touts his relationship with Trump, promising it will benefit New Jersey.
    • (CB Cotton, 04:33)

• Historical Note:

  • Last time Democrats won three consecutive gubernatorial races in New Jersey was 1961.
    • (Daria Albinger, 04:45)

6. Regional Security Warning

• Diplomatic Advisory:
  • U.S. embassy in Trinidad and Tobago urges Americans to avoid government facilities due to backlash over U.S. strikes on suspected drug traffickers in Caribbean waters.
    • (Daria Albinger, 04:45–05:11)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Bernie Sanders rallying the crowd:

  “Take a look at this huge crowd right here in our nation’s capital.”
  (00:19)

• Sen. Mark Wayne Mullen criticizing protesters:

  “What are you exactly protesting other than your hatred towards President Trump?”
  (00:41)

• Vice President Vance’s reassurance to Marines:

  “He’s proud of you, that he loves you and that despite the Schumer shutdown, he is going to do everything he can to make sure you get paid exactly as you deserve.”
  (01:10)

Timestamps of Key Segments

• 00:03–00:56: Protest coverage and political reactions
• 01:10–01:30: Marine Corps anniversary celebration with messages from VP Vance and Secretary Hegseth
• 01:36–01:59: News about potential ceasefire violation in Gaza
• 03:17–03:55: Presidential announcement on narco-sub destroy, international tensions
• 04:01–04:45: New Jersey gubernatorial race update
• 04:45–05:11: Security alert for Americans in Trinidad and Tobago

Tone and Delivery

The episode maintains Fox News’ concise, direct style: fast-moving, alternating between field reports, political soundbites, and pointed analysis. There’s a clear framing of issues, with Republican voices given prominent rebuttal to protest actions and military policy portrayed as a point of pride.

For listeners seeking a rapid-fire update on the day’s political drama, military news, and election intrigue—with sharp commentary from both sides and a slant on law and order—this newscast captures the evolving pulse of Fox News’ news cycle.