Fox News Hourly Update

Episode: A Sniper Takes Aim at an ICE Facility in Dallas

Date: September 24, 2025
Host: Dave Anthony (FOX News Podcasts)

Episode Overview

This episode of the Fox News Hourly Update opens with breaking news of a sniper attack at an ICE facility in Dallas, Texas. The update continues with political commentary, developments regarding a suspended late-night host, updates on global affairs, a Congressional special election, economic news, and a warning about fraudulent AI videos. The tone is urgent and informative, focused on recent incidents and evolving national concerns.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Sniper Attack at ICE Facility (00:02–00:37, 02:32–02:58)

• Incident Summary:

  • A sniper opened fire on an ICE facility in Dallas.
  • Three ICE detainees were shot; one died.
  • No ICE agents were harmed.
  • The suspect, positioned on a rooftop, died from a self-inflicted wound.

• Leadership Reactions:

  • Todd Lyons (Acting ICE Director):
    • "It keeps getting worse and worse and it has to stop." [00:10]
    • Noted the escalation in violence and the impact of online rhetoric.
  • Madison Sheehan (ICE Deputy Director):
    • "We know that a lot of this comes from the different motivations that we're seeing online over the last few weeks." [00:26]

• Anticipated Updates:

  • Dallas police expected to provide more details as the investigation continues.

2. Jimmy Kimmel’s Controversy and Return (00:37–01:19)

• Context:

  • Jimmy Kimmel returned to air after being suspended due to his comments about Charlie Kirk's alleged assassin.

• Kimmel's Clarification:

  • Addressed the controversy, denying any intent to make light of violence or assign group blame:
    • "I don't think the murderer who shot Charlie Kirk represents this – this was a sick person who believed violence was the solution, and it isn't ever." – Jimmy Kimmel [00:56]
  • Thanked supporters of free speech and criticized his suspension, receiving a standing ovation.
  • Commented on President Trump's reaction:
    • "Our leader celebrates Americans losing their livelihoods because he can't take a joke." – Jimmy Kimmel [01:13]

3. President Trump’s Response (01:19–01:42)

• Social Media Statements:
  • On Truth Social, Trump criticized ABC for reinstating Kimmel, calling the show “Democrat garbage” and hinting it serves as an "illegal campaign contribution" for Democrats.
  • Expressed support for Ukraine, dubbing Russia a "paper tiger" and stating confidence in Ukraine regaining lost territory, despite stalled peace talks.

4. Global Affairs: Ukraine and Russia (01:42–01:49)

• Ukrainian Perspective:
  • Jimmy Phela quoted a Ukrainian official on Putin’s interactions with Trump:
    • "The fact that Putin was lying to President Trump so many times also made a difference." – Unnamed source relayed by Jimmy Phela [01:42]

5. Congressional Special Election in Arizona (01:49–02:00)

• Result:
  • Adelina Grovalova wins a special election to complete her late father Raul’s Congressional term.

6. Economic Update (02:32–03:15)

• Markets:

  • Dow Jones up 32 points, Nasdaq down 11, S&P 500 down 3.
  • Oil prices rise to over $64/barrel; national gas average at $3.16/gallon.

• Government Shutdown Warning:

  • Only six days left to avoid a shutdown.
  • Ryan Schmell: Summarizes partisan gridlock over budget negotiations, with both sides proposing conflicting funding provisions and extensions.
  • Senate Majority Leader John Thune plans another vote to extend funding.

7. Online Deepfake Warnings (03:53–04:24)

• Rafael Nadal's Statement:
  • Warns of AI-generated deepfake videos falsely showing him giving financial advice.
  • Quote: "Rafael Nadal doesn't love this." [03:57]
  • Nadal calls for ethical and responsible technology use:
    • "Society's challenge of learning to distinguish between what's real and what's manipulated and of promoting an ethical and responsible use of technology." (paraphrased from his LinkedIn statement)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Todd Lyons (ICE):

  "It keeps getting worse and worse and it has to stop." [00:10]

• Madison Sheehan (ICE):

  "We know that a lot of this comes from the different motivations that we're seeing online over the last few weeks." [00:26]

• Jimmy Kimmel (on violence):

  "I don't think the murderer who shot Charlie Kirk represents this was a sick person who believed violence was the solution and it isn't ever." [00:56]

• Jimmy Kimmel (on Trump):

  "Our leader celebrates Americans losing their livelihoods because he can't take a joke." [01:13]

• President Trump (via Truth Social, reported):

  Called ABC’s show “Democrat garbage” and implied it functions as a “major illegal campaign contribution for Democrats.” [01:19]

• Jimmy Phela (Ukraine update):

  "Fact that Putin was lying to President Trump so many times also made a difference." [01:42]

• Rafael Nadal (on deepfakes):

  "Rafael Nadal doesn't love this." [03:57]

Important Timestamps

• 00:02 — Breaking news: Dallas ICE facility shooting
• 00:10–00:26 — ICE Officials respond
• 00:37–01:19 — Jimmy Kimmel’s return and comments
• 01:19–01:42 — President Trump’s statements and Ukraine update
• 01:49 — Arizona special election result
• 02:32–02:58 — Reiteration of Dallas shooting; Market updates
• 03:15–03:53 — Government shutdown countdown
• 03:53–04:24 — Rafael Nadal warns about AI deepfakes

Episode Tone and Language

The episode maintains a fast-paced, urgent news bulletin style, with direct quotes from key public figures. The presenters use straightforward language, emphasizing the seriousness of the Dallas shooting and the various political controversies, while maintaining FOX News' characteristic commentary style.