Fox News Hourly Update – 9AM ET – December 3, 2025

Episode Overview

This morning's Fox News Hourly Update covers the latest political developments following a key Republican victory in Tennessee, ongoing investigations into a controversial military action off Venezuela, new developments in the Israel-Hamas ceasefire and hostage return, a lawsuit by Costco against the Trump administration over tariffs, updates on the recent D.C. National Guard ambush, escalating immigration crackdowns, and a brief market update.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

Tennessee Congressional Special Election

• Republican Victory
  • Host Dave Anthony announces another "great night for the Republican Party," quoting President Trump's celebratory Truth Social post after Matt Van Epps’ victory in the Tennessee special congressional election.
  • "[President Trump] was all in with us and it made the difference in Congress and I'll be all in with him," – Matt Van Epps [00:13]
  • Van Epps beat Democrat Afton Bain by 9 points, narrowing a previously larger margin from Trump’s 2024 win by 22 points.

Notable Quotes

• "I'm Dave Anthony, Fox News. President Trump posted that on Truth Social after Matt Van Epps won a special congressional election in Tennessee." – Dave Anthony [00:03]
• "Tonight is not the final result of what we wanted, but it is the beginning of something so powerful in Tennessee and across the South." – Afton Bain (Democrat candidate, via clip) [00:31-00:38]

Venezuela Military Incident: War Crime Investigation

• Congressional Scrutiny
  • Ongoing investigations into a September military operation which targeted drug trafficking boats off Venezuela.
  • Democrats question if a double strike on a boat, with the second strike killing all survivors, constitutes a war crime.
  • Secretary of War Pete Hegseth asserts he only witnessed the first strike and relinquished control before the second.
  • U.S. official: Admiral Frank Bradley ordered the second strike as a self-defense move to prevent the vessel from threatening other ships or calling for backup.

Notable Quotes

• "Secretary of War Pete Hegseth insists he only watched that first strike live and then left the room and left Admiral Frank Bradley in operational control who then ordered the second strike which killed all survivors." – Dave Anthony [00:39]
• "It was, so to speak, a self defense move here." – Fox News reporting [01:10]

Israel-Hamas Ceasefire and Hostage Remains

• Hostage Remains Dispute
  • Hamas plans to hand over more remains to Israel as part of the ceasefire deal; confusion arises after forensic tests show the body returned does not belong to the two hostages thought to remain.
  • Ceasefire remains tenuous, with both sides accusing one another of breaches.

Notable Quotes

• "Partial remains purported to be that of one of the two hostages still in Gaza were returned to Israel yesterday. One Israeli and one Thai citizen, both deceased, are still believed to be somewhere inside the territory." – Reporter [01:22]
• "The returns are a key part of the ceasefire deal, which both Hamas and Israel have accused the other of breaking." – Jonathan Savage [01:47]

Costco Lawsuit over Trump Administration Tariffs

• Supreme Court Decision Fallout
  • Costco sues for refunds on imported goods tariffs after a Supreme Court ruling that voided President Trump’s tariffs, ruling he had exceeded his authority.

Notable Quotes

• "Costco is suing the Trump administration. The retailer wants refunds for paying to import goods into stores that the Supreme Court ruled the president's tariffs are voided." – Dave Anthony [01:47]
• "He exceeded his authority." – Reporter [01:57]

Washington, D.C. National Guard Ambush

• Legal Developments
  • Update on the shooting: Sarah Beckstrom killed, Andrew Wolfe remains in serious condition.
  • Accused shooter Rabinula Laconwa charged with multiple felonies; pleaded not guilty from a hospital bed.
  • Prosecutors optimistic on charges, with possible additional charges forthcoming; death penalty still undecided.

Notable Quotes

• "The accused gunman is now charged and pleaded not guilty via video from a hospital bed." – Dave Anthony [02:03]
• "One that we believe we will be able to prove beyond a reasonable doubt." – D.C. U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro [02:45]
• "That is a decision that comes later in time, and that is one that ultimately the Attorney General will make." – Jeanine Pirro [02:57]

Immigration Crackdown Updates

• Travel Ban Expansion
  • President Trump freezes all immigration applications from Afghanistan and 18 other countries with prior travel bans.
  • Reports suggest imminent ICE operations targeting the Somali community in the Twin Cities; mayor pledges non-cooperation.

Notable Quotes

• "Now, President Trump is freezing all immigration applications from Afghanistan and 18 other countries that had travel bans or restrictions imposed on them in June." – Dave Anthony [03:13]
• "You have the right to remain silent and you have the right to a lawyer. You have the right to not open the door unless a warrant has been shown." – Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey [03:39]
• "The mayor saying the city will not cooperate with ICE. The Department of Homeland Security says it doesn't discuss future or potential operations." – Reporter [03:50]
• "President Trump has criticized Minnesota Somali community over a billion dollar fraud scandal that continues to rock the state." – Jeff Manaso [04:08]

Market Update

• Wall Street
  • Stock futures are rising this morning.

Memorable Moments

• The change in margin from Trump's previous win in the same district, indicating a potential shift despite maintaining a GOP seat.
• The confusion and tension around the returned hostage remains, reflecting ongoing complexity and mistrust in the Israel-Hamas crisis.
• The strong, clear statements from officials on both the Venezuela incident and D.C. shooting show the legal and ethical dilemmas playing out in real time.

Key Timestamps

• Tennessee Special Election Coverage: 00:03 – 00:39
• Venezuela Military Incident: 00:39 – 01:15
• Israel-Hamas Ceasefire/Hostage Update: 01:15 – 01:47
• Costco v. Trump Tariffs Lawsuit: 01:47 – 01:57
• D.C. National Guard Ambush & Prosecution: 02:03 – 03:13
• Immigration Crackdown (Afghanistan, Minnesota): 03:13 – 04:08
• Wall Street Update: 04:08 – End

This summary captures the core news coverage, main insights, notable quotes, and a sense of the tone and breadth of this Fox News Hourly Update for those who missed the broadcast.