Fox News Hourly Update – 9PM ET 11/26/2025 Newscast

Overview:
This episode delivers late-breaking updates on a shooting incident involving National Guard soldiers in Washington, D.C., national security preparations for Thanksgiving festivities, updates on political and travel news, and remarks from Vice President J.D. Vance to troops ahead of the holiday.

Major Story: Shooting of National Guard Soldiers in Washington, D.C.

• Incident Summary [00:02–00:14]:
  • Tom Graham opens with the breaking news: two National Guard soldiers are in critical condition after a gunman opened fire near the White House. The suspect is in custody.
• Suspect Background and Ongoing Investigation [00:14–00:42]:
  • Lauren: The suspect is confirmed as an Afghan national who entered the U.S. in 2021 under “Operation Allies Welcome,” a Biden administration initiative.
  • Law enforcement believes the suspect acted alone in a “targeted attack.”
  • Hundreds of National Guard troops have been in Washington since August; President Trump recently extended their deployment through February.
• Conflicting Reports and Official Responses [00:42–00:57]:
  • West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrissey initially stated both soldiers had died, but later retracted this, confirming they remain in critical condition.

Notable Quotes

• “Still no word on a motive.” – Tom Graham [00:02]
• “The suspect is an Afghan national who came into the United States during Operation allies welcome in 2021 under the Biden administration.” – Lauren [00:14]

Security Ahead of Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

• Parade Preparations and Security [00:57–01:28]:
  • New York City gearing up for the annual Macy’s Parade, with Mayor Eric Adams calling it “the catalyst for the holidays.”
  • NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch confirms there is no known link between the D.C. attack and NYC but emphasizes vigilance.
  • Visible security measures include officers, barricades, and drones.
• “The parade, he said, is the centerpiece.” – Gernall Scott [01:06]
• “There appears to be no known nexus to New York City. But of course, we will continue to track the situation as it develops.” – Commissioner Jessica Tisch [01:21]

Political Briefs

• Redistricting in North Carolina [01:40–01:59]:
  • A federal panel allows North Carolina to use a new congressional map targeting the state's only Democrat-held swing seat, increasing Republican prospects for the 2026 midterms.

Vice President J.D. Vance Visits Troops

• Thanksgiving at Fort Campbell [03:38–04:27]:
  • Vice President J.D. Vance, joined by the Second Lady, serves a pre-Thanksgiving meal to soldiers.
  • He addresses recent debates about military obedience, referencing a viral video without direct mention.
  • Highlights the need for critical thinking in the armed forces, not just uncritical obedience to orders.
  • Stresses that troop deployments should have clear purpose:
    • “We don’t just want people who mindlessly follow orders. We want people who think.” – Vice President J.D. Vance [03:58]
    • “Just as you follow orders of the president of the United States, this president stands by you. And if he asks you to do something hard, it’s only going to be for a very good reason.” – Vice President J.D. Vance [04:09]
  • Vance asks soldiers to pray for the wounded guardsmen in D.C.

Thanksgiving Travel News

• Travel Trends & Weather Impacts [04:27–05:17]:
  • Millions of Americans are traveling; snow in the Midwest causes flight delays, notably at Chicago’s O’Hare.
  • The period is projected to be the busiest Thanksgiving for air travel in 15 years, even as bookings are slightly down from last year.
  • “There is a ground delay that has been extended through 9pm for tonight because of snow and ice... FAA says that they expect this travel week to be the busiest Thanksgiving period in 15 years.” – Kelly Siberia [04:41]

Markets Update

• Stock Market Performance [05:17–05:36]:
  • Thanksgiving week sees strong markets: Dow closes up 315, Nasdaq gains 189, S&P adds 47.

Key Takeaways

• Ongoing investigation in D.C. shooting of National Guard soldiers—suspect is an Afghan national admitted in 2021.
• Heavy security in NYC for Thanksgiving parade; no direct link to D.C. incident.
• Vice President Vance addresses troops, highlighting thoughtful military service and support.
• Record Thanksgiving travel expected, despite Midwest weather delays.
• Positive performance on Wall Street heading into the holiday.

This update provides a concise yet comprehensive summary of late-breaking national headlines suitable for listeners who missed the broadcast.