Fox News Hourly Update

Episode: Government Shutdown Stalemate Continues, Will Set Record for Longest Shutdown Tuesday
Date: November 3, 2025
Host: Lisa Licera, FOX News

Overview

This episode centers on the continuing record-breaking government shutdown, its far-reaching impacts on public services and programs, the ongoing congressional deadlock, and pressing national stories, including New York City’s mayoral race, a major tech recall, and holiday updates. The tone is urgent, factual, and politically charged, reflecting the divisive atmosphere in Washington.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Government Shutdown: 34th Day and Political Blame Game

• Shutdown Details:

  • The shutdown has entered its 34th day and is on track to be the longest in U.S. history.
  • Funding for crucial federal programs is running out.

• Senate Partisan Rift:

  • Senate Majority Leader John Thune accuses Democrats of failing to pass a short-term funding bill that would extend government funding until November 21.

    "Senate Majority Leader John Thune continues to blame Democrats for not passing a short term spending bill that would fund the government through November 21." (00:06)

  • Impact on Services:
    • Closures of Head Start programs.
    • Risks to housing assistance and telehealth access for seniors and rural residents.
    • Suspension of National Guard training.

    "As funding for some federal programs dries up thanks to Democrats, Head Start programs are beginning to close. Housing assistance programs are at risk. Seniors and people in rural areas can't access telehealth services. National Guard training is on hold." (00:19)

• Democratic Position:

  • Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer maintains that Democrats want to ensure health care subsidies continue.
  • On Republican health care stances, a Fox News correspondent highlights the Democratic critique:

    "The only plan Republicans have for health care seems to be to eliminate it and then to tell working people to go figure it out on their own. That's not a health care plan. That's cruel." (00:39)

• Outlook:

  • Another Senate test vote on the funding measure is expected the following day.
  • The House had already passed its version in September.

2. Effects on SNAP and Food Security

• Court-Ordered Temporary Funding:
  • The Trump administration is compelled by court orders to use contingency funds to partially pay federal SNAP (food stamp) benefits after several states sued.

  "The Department of Agriculture will dip into contingency funds to at least partially pay for snap, the federal food A program this month. A pair of court orders last week required the program to keep running after several states sued the administration." (01:00)

  • Uncertainty for beneficiaries about payment amounts and timing:

    "It's not clear how much beneficiaries will receive or how quickly funds will show up on the debit cards used to purchase groceries." (01:26)

  • Reported live by Jared Halpern at the White House. (01:33)

3. International Update: Israel-Hamas Exchange

• Israel has returned the remains of 45 Palestinians.
• A day earlier, militants returned bodies of three Israeli soldiers, killed in a 2023 Hamas-led attack.
• Hamas continues to hold eight hostages’ remains in Gaza.
• Quick update; no further discussion. (01:33)

4. Market Recap

• Mixed Market Performance:
  • Dow down 226, Nasdaq up 109. (01:50)

5. New York City Mayoral Race — Final Campaign Push

• All major candidates are making last-minute appeals before election day.
• Zoran Mamdani (Democrat):
  • Started day with a sunrise walk across the Brooklyn Bridge, flanked by NY Attorney General Letitia James.

    “Our time has come, New York. Our time is now.” (News Correspondent, 03:14)

• Andrew Cuomo (Independent):
  • Emphasizes his ability to work with President Trump, who endorsed him.

    "Mondame cannot handle Trump clear and the." (News Correspondent, 03:26) "Next mayor has to be able to handle Donald Trump." (Lisa Licera, 03:31)

• Curtis Sliwa (Republican):
  • Lays a wreath to honor victim of violent crime, centers campaign on homelessness.

6. Tech News: Belkin Ends WeMo Support

• Discontinuation of Smart Devices:
  • Belkin is ending support for its WeMo smart switches, plugs, and doorbell cams.
  • After January's end, the app and most device features will cease functioning.
  • Minimal compensation offered aside from suggestions for use with Apple's HomeKit.

    "The app will no longer function and the devices themselves will be essentially useless or won't perform the tasks for which customers purchase them." (Fox News Reporter, 03:50)

7. Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Lineup

• Announced Performers:
  • Ciara, Foreigner, Lil Jon, Cool and the Gang, K-Pop group Demon Hunters, plus themed balloons (Buzz Lightyear, Mario).
• Event Details:
  • 32 balloons, 2 new, 27 floats, 11 marching bands.

    "The parade, which gets underway Thanksgiving morning at Macy's Herald Square, will include 32 balloons with two new ones, Buzz Lightyear and Mario." (Lisa Licera, 04:31)

Notable Quotes

• Senate GOP Frustration:

  "Senate Majority Leader John Thune continues to blame Democrats for not passing a short term spending bill..." — Lisa Licera (00:06)

• Services at Risk:

  "As funding for some federal programs dries up thanks to Democrats, Head Start programs are beginning to close. Housing assistance programs are at risk." — Fox News Reporter (00:19)

• Health Care Clash:

  "The only plan Republicans have for health care seems to be to eliminate it and then to tell working people to go figure it out on their own. That's not a health care plan. That's cruel." — Fox News Reporter, paraphrasing Schumer (00:39)

• Uncertain Relief for SNAP Recipients:

  "It's not clear how much beneficiaries will receive or how quickly funds will show up on the debit cards..." — News Correspondent (01:26)

• NYC Mayoral Hopeful Vibrancy:

  "Our time has come, New York. Our time is now." — News Correspondent, quoting Zoran Mamdani (03:14) "The next mayor has to be able to handle Donald Trump." — Lisa Licera (03:31)

• Consumer Tech Frustration:

  "The devices themselves will be essentially useless or won't perform the tasks for which customers purchase them." — Fox News Reporter (03:50)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• Government Shutdown Stalemate & Public Services Impact: 00:02 – 00:51
• SNAP Benefits and Court-Ordered Funding: 01:00 – 01:33
• International Briefing — Israel & Hamas: 01:33 – 01:38
• Markets Update: 01:38 – 01:50
• NYC Mayoral Campaign Coverage: 03:00 – 03:46
• Tech Recall — Belkin WeMo: 03:46 – 04:31
• Thanksgiving Parade Lineup: 04:31 – 04:54

Summary

This Fox News Hourly Update succinctly captures the standoff in Washington over the historic government shutdown and its consequences—both political and personal. Federal services are closing up as leaders trade barbs. The episode also highlights the uncertainty facing vulnerable Americans who rely on SNAP, upcoming local elections in NYC with national political undertones, tech troubles with a major smart device recall, and festive updates for the iconic Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. The reporting is brisk, pointed, and meant to inform listeners quickly of developments across political, social, and cultural fronts.