9PM ET 11/13/2025 Newscast - Fox News Hourly Update

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Fox News Hourly Update – 9PM ET 11/13/2025 Newscast
Date: November 14, 2025
Host: FOX News Podcasts
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Episode Overview

This Fox News Hourly Update delivers a roundup of the day’s major US political, crime, business, and lifestyle headlines. Key stories include the Trump administration’s lawsuit against California’s new congressional maps, allegations of misconduct against a Democratic congressman, legal maneuvers relating to figures tied to the FBI and justice system, the arrest of a major Pentagon contractor, a settlement involving Walgreens, top Thanksgiving getaway cities, and notable developments in space exploration.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Legal Battles Over California Congressional Maps

[00:02–00:48]

Lawsuit Overview:
The Trump administration has sued to block California's recently approved congressional maps, alleging that the changes violate constitutional protections.
- The Justice Department joins a California Republican lawsuit, claiming the new maps contravene the 14th and 15th Amendments by favoring Latino voters.
- Attorney General Pam Bondi calls the maps "a brazen power grab that tramples on civil rights and mocks the democratic process." ([00:27])
- Prop 50, endorsed by California voters, could shift up to five House seats to Democrats in the 2026 midterms.
- Democrats argue this move responds to prior Republican-driven redistricting.
California's Response:
- Governor Gavin Newsom’s office claims the lawsuit is doomed to fail.

2. Investigations & Allegations Against California Politicians

[00:48–01:42]

Immigration Detention Facility Lawsuit:
- A federal lawsuit alleges “appalling conditions” at California’s largest immigration detention facility. DHS counters that ICE’s standards surpass most prisons.
Rep. Eric Swalwell Under Investigation:
- Swalwell faces a recommended investigation for alleged bank and mortgage fraud linked to a Washington, D.C. house purchase.
- He did not reference the investigation directly in social media posts but stated:
  
  “Targeting political opponents.” – Rep. Eric Swalwell ([01:33])
- He’s noted as a vocal Trump critic and the fourth such critic to face bank fraud allegations.

3. Legal Pushback in High-Profile DOJ Cases

[01:42–01:59]

Comey & Letitia James Seek Case Dismissals:
- Lawyers for former FBI Director James Comey and New York AG Letitia James seek dismissal of their indictments, arguing improper installation of a Virginia prosecutor who pursued the cases.

4. Crime: Pentagon Contractor Arrested

[03:37–04:23]

Arrest of Gavini Founder Eric Gillespie:
- Gillespie charged with four felonies for attempting to solicit a preteen girl, with evidence suggesting other illicit contacts.
- The startup Gavini, involved in Pentagon projects, claims Gillespie had no classified access and has removed him from leadership.
- Quotation from reporting:
  
  “During the investigation, Gillespie alluded to methods he accessed children and other evidence was found regarding contact with children.” – Lillian Wu ([03:56])

5. Walgreens Settlement in Vermont

[04:23–04:43]

Settlement Details:
- Walgreens will pay $500,000 to Vermont over claims of store overcharging, including a specific $23 overcharge incident.

6. Trending: Best Cities for a Thanksgiving Getaway

[04:43–05:15]

WalletHub Rankings:
- San Antonio tops the list for affordability and festive ambiance.
- Atlanta ranks second for its restaurants and reliable airport.
- Virginia Beach ranks third thanks to cheap hotel rates.
- New York City earns special mention for the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.
- Quote:
  
  “New York City still earns special attention thanks to the one tradition no one else can match: the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.” – Matt Murphy ([05:11])

7. Space Updates: Blue Origin & China’s Space Station

[05:15–05:36]

Blue Origin:
- Jeff Bezos’ company launches a twin rocket to Mars.
Chinese Space Program:
- A three-astronaut crew, stranded due to space debris, plans a return with the craft that brought their replacements.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

“The maps are a brazen power grab that tramples on civil rights and mocks the democratic process.”
— Attorney General Pam Bondi ([00:27])
“Targeting political opponents.”
— Rep. Eric Swalwell ([01:33])
“During the investigation, Gillespie alluded to methods he accessed children and other evidence was found regarding contact with children.”
— Lillian Wu ([03:56])
“New York City still earns special attention thanks to the one tradition no one else can match: the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.”
— Matt Murphy ([05:11])

Key Timestamps of Important Segments

CA Redistricting Lawsuit: 00:02–00:48
Immigration Detention & Swalwell Allegations: 00:48–01:42
DOJ Case Dismissal Efforts: 01:42–01:59
Gavini Founder Arrest: 03:37–04:23
Walgreens Vermont Settlement: 04:23–04:43
Thanksgiving Getaway Cities: 04:43–05:15
Blue Origin & China Space Update: 05:15–05:36

Tone & Language

The episode maintains a brisk, factual tone typical of top-of-the-hour news bulletins. Reporting is concise, focusing on verified statements, official responses, and direct quotes from key players.

This summary offers a comprehensive, timestamped breakdown designed to deliver all crucial content and context from the 9PM ET Fox News Hourly Update for November 13, 2025.

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They want to stop it. I'm Lisa Lacera, FOX News. The Trump administration has sued to block California's newly approved congressional maps, claiming they're unconstitutional.
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The Justice Department joining a federal lawsuit brought by California state Republicans aiming to block newly approved congressional maps claiming they violate the 14th and 15th Amendments by redistricting on the basis of race sexual, specifically to favor Latino voters. Attorney General Pam Bondi calling the new maps a brazen power grab that tramples on civil rights and mocks the democratic process. California voters overwhelmingly approving Proposition 50 last week, which aims to flip as many as five House seats for Democrats in next year's midterm elections, a move Democrats say comes after President Trump and Republicans move to redraw maps in their favor.
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In Texas, fox's Kristen Goodwin, the Governor Gavin Newsom's office has previously said the lawsuit would fail. A federal lawsuit claiming appalling conditions at California largest immigration detention facility located in California city about 100 miles north of Los Angeles. DHS denies the allegations, saying Immigration and Customs Enforcement has higher standards than most prisons. A top federal housing official has recommended an investigation into California Congressman Eric Swalwell over claims of bank and mortgage fraud.
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The allegation towards the California Democrat is over a Washington, D.C. home claiming he may have made misleading or false statements in loan documents. Swalwell didn't mention the referral in a post on X but quickly posted on social media, quote, targeting political opponents. The congressman has been one of the most vocal critics of President Trump in Congress and would be the fourth critic to face separate bank fraud allegations.
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Fox's Ryan Schmelz in Washington, lawyers for former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James are pressing for the dismissal of their cases, saying the Virginia prosecutor who secured the indictments was illegally installed. America is listening to FOX News.
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The founder of a major Pentagon contractor arrested on charges of attempting to solicit a preteen girl.
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Authorities say the founder of defense startup Gavini, Eric Gillespie has been charged with four felonies including multiple counts of unlawful contact with a minor in Pennsylvania where the attorney General's office said in a agent intercepted messages from the 57 year old who allegedly tried to arrange a meeting with a young girl through an online chat platform often used by sex offenders and that quote during the investigation, Gillespie alluded to methods he accessed children and other evidence was found regarding contact with children. Gavini, which has since fired Gillespie and removed him from the board of directors, said he had no access to classified information. Lillian Wu, Fox News Walgreens has agreed.
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To pay $500,000 to the state of Vermont to settle claims overcharging at its stores, including one instance where an item rang up at the register $23 higher than the price listed on the shelf. If you're dreaming of skipping the cooking and taking your turkey on the road, WalletHub has a new list of the best cities for a Thanksgiving getaway.
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WalletHub compared major US cities on affordability, weather and holiday traditions. And San Antonio tops this year's Thanksgiving getaway list with festive events, decor shops and some of the cheapest holiday dinners in the country. Atlanta ranks second for its strong restaurants and solid on time airport performance. Virginia beach places third with ultra affordable hotel rates. And while it didn't crack the top spots, New York City still earns special attention thanks to the one tradition no one else can match the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
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Fox's Matt Murphy Jeff Bezos Blue Origin has launched a twin rocket to Mars. Meanwhile, three person crew stranded at China's space station after their craft was by space debris will return tomorrow using the craft that brought the replacement crew. I'm Lisa Lucera. This is FOX News.
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