Fox News Hourly Update — November 11, 2025
Episode: Flight Delays & Cancellations Continue as End of Shutdown Comes Into View
Host: FOX News Podcasts
Key Focus: Government Shutdown, Flight Disruptions, Tariff Payments Proposal, Veterans Day, and Breaking National News
Episode Overview
In this rapid-fire episode, FOX News provides critical updates on the aftermath of the government shutdown, with a focus on widespread flight delays and cancellations across key U.S. airports. Additional coverage includes President Trump’s proposed tariff dividend plan, new developments in prison for Sean “Diddy” Combs, a nationwide baby formula recall, and approaching decisions from the International Olympic Committee regarding the participation of transgender female athletes. The episode also features highlights from Veterans Day and notable actions in congressional mapping in Utah.
Major Discussion Points
1. Aftermath of Government Shutdown: Air Travel Disruptions
[00:02 – 00:33]
- The House is set to vote to end the government shutdown after the Senate’s approval of a short-term spending bill; however, “the damage has been done in the form of flight delays and cancellations with over 1,200 cancellations today due to a lack of air traffic controllers.” – Lisa Licera
- Key airports affected: Denver, Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, and New York area.
Notable Quote:
“On Saturday, we had 81 staffing triggers. Today we have four. So I think our air traffic controllers are seeing an end to the shutdown and feel more hopeful.”
— Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy [00:21]
2. President Trump’s Tariff Payment Proposal
[00:33 – 01:23]
- President Trump proposes direct $2,000 payments to low and middle-income Americans from new tariff revenues.
- The Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget analysis: the program would cost $600 billion, while tariffs are only projected to raise $300 billion/year.
- The payments would go to both adults and children, referencing the COVID-era stimulus model.
Notable Quote:
“The study finds dividend payments would cost about twice as much as revenue raise.”
— (FOX News Correspondent) Jared Halpern [00:48]
- Supreme Court to soon consider the legality of the tariffs.
3. Veterans Day Observations
[01:23 – 01:48]
- President Trump participates in a wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery.
- He emphasizes gratitude and promises improvements for veterans, such as shorter wait times for medical care and increased opportunities post-service.
Memorable Moment:
“To every veteran, we love our veterans. We say the words too often left unsaid. Thank you for your service. Thank you very much.”
— President Trump [01:36]
4. Key National News Briefs
[03:01 – 04:52]
- Utah Congressional Map Overhaul:
- A Utah judge rejects a GOP-drawn congressional map in favor of a plan creating a Democratic-leaning district.
- Sean “Diddy” Combs’ Prison Issues:
- Combs faces more disciplinary trouble at his New Jersey prison for participating in a prohibited three-way phone call involving undisclosed visitors and blog discussions.
- He claims not to have received the prison rulebook.
- Baby Formula Recall:
- ByHeart recalls all products after 15 infants fall ill from botulism across 12 states.
- Olympic Committee and Transgender Athletes:
- The IOC nears a decision on transgender female participation across all sports.
- New IOC Chief Kirsty Coventry is reportedly against transgender women competing, citing scientific studies on biological advantages.
Notable Quote:
“A just out scientific study argued in her favor. That is, if you're born male, you have an advantage over a female. The decision, if it does come, could be announced in Milan... It would be across the board for all sports.”
— [Reporter] [04:14]
Timestamps of Key Segments
| Segment | Speaker/Topic | Timestamp | |----------------------------------------|--------------------------------------|------------| | Flight delays/cancellations | Lisa Licera/Sec. Sean Duffy | 00:02–00:33| | Trump’s tariff payment plan | Jared Halpern | 00:48–01:23| | Veterans Day speech | President Trump | 01:36–01:48| | Utah redistricting | Michelle Paulino | 03:01 | | Diddy Combs’ prison problems | Prison News Update | 03:17 | | ByHeart baby formula recall | Michelle Paulino | 03:51 | | IOC transgender athlete decision | News Analysis | 04:14 |
Noteworthy Quotes & Moments
- “The damage has been done in the form of flight delays and cancellations...”
— Lisa Licera, [00:02] - “Our air traffic controllers are seeing an end to the shutdown and feel more hopeful.”
— Secretary Sean Duffy, [00:21] - “Dividend payments would cost about twice as much as revenue raise.”
— Jared Halpern, [00:48] - “Thank you for your service. Thank you very much.”
— President Trump, [01:36] - “The decision, if it does come, could be announced in Milan... It would be across the board for all sports.”
— Olympic Committee segment, [04:14]
Episode Tone and Style
The episode maintains a brisk, news-driven tone with tight, fact-focused messaging and succinct analysis. The style is direct and clear, aiming for headline-level clarity and immediacy for fast-moving listeners.
This summary captures the essential content, key developments, and memorable moments from the FOX News Hourly Update for November 11, 2025, making it an efficient resource for anyone needing a comprehensive yet digestible briefing.