Fox News Hourly Update – November 24, 2025

Main Theme:
A rapid-fire bulletin on top national and international news, with an emphasis on the dismissal of federal criminal cases against James Comey and Letitia James, a U.S. terror designation of a Venezuelan drug cartel, high-profile law and order updates, and cultural headlines.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Dismissal of Criminal Cases Against James Comey and Letitia James

[00:02]

• Host: Lisa Brady

• Content:

  • A federal judge has dismissed criminal charges against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James.
  • Ruling: The interim U.S. attorney involved was not legally appointed, thus making the prosecutions procedurally invalid.
  • Comey: Had faced charges of making false statements and obstruction, related to Congressional testimony.
  • Letitia James: Had been indicted on mortgage fraud charges; both denied wrongdoing.
  • The Justice Department stands by the legal appointment of the prosecutor and may appeal the ruling.

  "One of the federal judges hearing challenges to the criminal charges against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James has just dismissed the cases, ruling that the interim U.S. attorney involved was not legally appointed."
  — Lisa Brady, 00:02

• Implication: Potential appeals could continue the legal saga, keeping both public officials in the spotlight.

2. U.S. Terrorism Designation: “Cartel de la Sols”

[00:42]

• Context:

  • The State Department designates the Cartel de la Sols as a terrorist organization.
  • The move is interpreted as an effort by the Trump administration to tighten pressure on Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, accused of running the cartel himself.
  • Venezuela’s foreign minister dismisses the group’s existence, calling the designation a “ridiculous fabrication.”
  • Cartel de la Sols historically refers to corrupt Venezuelan military leaders tied to drug trafficking.

  "The Trump administration wants more options to put pressure on Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro, accusing him of being in charge of the drug cartel."
  — News Anchor, 00:47

• Historical Note: U.S. indictments against Maduro date back to 2020 for drug trafficking.

3. Pentagon Possible Recall of Senator Mark Kelly

[01:12]

• Content:

  • The Pentagon threatens to recall Senator Mark Kelly (Democrat, former Navy Captain) to active duty.
  • Possible prosecution for misconduct.
  • Kelly, along with other military-veteran lawmakers, had appeared in a video urging service members to refuse illegal orders.
  • Pentagon launches a broader review into the matter.

  "The Pentagon just threatening to recall Senator Mark Kelly...to possibly prosecute him over misconduct allegations."
  — Lisa Brady, 01:12

4. Law Enforcement Tragedy During Florida Eviction

[02:32]

• Reporter: Jessica Rosenthal

• Content:

  • Indian River County Deputy Terry Sweeting Mashkow and locksmith David Long were killed during an eviction attempt in Vero Beach, Florida.
  • Details:
    • Deputy Mashkow shot and killed by Michael Halberstam when attempting to serve eviction.
    • Another deputy wounded; Long (76) died after being removed from life support.

  "Her loss is felt deeply by every member of the agency as well as by the community she served with pride."
  — Jessica Rosenthal, 03:03

• Aftermath: Deputy Mashkow was posthumously promoted to sergeant, honored by her department and community.

5. Music World: Passing of Jimmy Cliff

[03:18]

• Host: Lisa Brady
• Content:
  • Iconic reggae artist Jimmy Cliff dies at 81 after suffering a seizure and pneumonia.
  • Known for "I Can See Clearly Now" and the film The Harder They Come.
  • Celebrated as a Reggae Grammy winner and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer.

6. Health News: Mushrooms and Metabolic Health

[03:41]

• Overview:

  • New review of 20+ studies investigates mushrooms’ impact on cardiovascular and metabolic health (heart disease, diabetes, stroke).
  • Findings:
    • Some evidence of lower triglycerides.
    • Possible improvement in blood glucose as part of a healthy diet.
    • No harm in adding mushrooms to one's diet.

  "The studies also concluded there's also no harm in gobbling down mushrooms."
  — Fox News Reporter, 04:15

7. Market Update

[04:19]

• Host: Lisa Brady
• Stats:
  • Dow up 299 points, NASDAQ up 581 points — noted as a Wall Street Rally.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On the Judicial Ruling:

  "One of the federal judges hearing challenges...has just dismissed the cases, ruling that the interim U.S. attorney involved was not legally appointed."
  — Lisa Brady, 00:02

• On Venezuela U.S. Policy:

  "Venezuela's foreign minister says it doesn’t exist and his country rejects what it calls a ridiculous fabrication."
  — News Anchor, 00:51

• On the Florida Eviction Shooting:

  "Her loss is felt deeply by every member of the agency as well as by the community she served with pride."
  — Jessica Rosenthal, 03:03

• On Mushrooms and Health:

  "The studies also concluded there's also no harm in gobbling down mushrooms."
  — Fox News Reporter, 04:15

Timestamps for Key Segments

• [00:02] – Main update: Comey & Letitia James cases dismissed
• [00:42] – U.S. designates Venezuelan cartel as terrorist group
• [01:12] – Pentagon threatens to recall/prosecute Senator Mark Kelly
• [02:32] – Law enforcement fatalities in Florida eviction
• [03:18] – Death of reggae legend Jimmy Cliff
• [03:41] – Review: Mushrooms’ role in metabolic health
• [04:19] – Wall Street market rally

Overall Tone

Succinct, serious, urgent—a focus on high-profile legal and political events, with human interest and culture woven into rapid headlines.