Fox News Hourly Update

Episode: House is Now in Session as Vote on Government Shutdown is Expected Tonight
Date: November 12, 2025
Host: Lisa Lacera, FOX News Team

Episode Overview

This episode provides a concise roundup of major national news, including critical updates from Capitol Hill ahead of a possible government shutdown vote, congressional maneuvering over spending bills, new House member swearing-in, developments in high-profile investigations and cases, regional breaking news, and a historic change at the U.S. Mint. The tone is brisk and urgent, reflecting the breaking-news format.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Government Shutdown Looms: Spending Bill Vote Expected

• [00:02] Lisa Lacera: Announces imminent House vote on a short-term spending bill to avert a government shutdown, with high optimism about passage noted by Speaker Mike Johnson.

  • Mike Johnson: “We're very optimistic about the vote tally tonight. We think this is going to happen and we're sorry that it took this long.” (00:13)
  • Bill does not include extension of health care subsidies sought by Democrats.

• [00:30] Hakeem Jeffries: Democratic Leader vows continued efforts to expand healthcare, positioning this as part of a broader partisan struggle over the Affordable Care Act.

  • Hakeem Jeffries: “House Democrats will continue to the fight to address the Republican health care crisis… This fight is not over. We're just getting started.” (00:35)

2. Senate Provision and January 6th Investigation Backlash

• [00:40] Bipartisan Tensions: Controversy surrounds a Senate provision that would allow certain senators to sue regarding their phone records being accessed during Special Counsel Jack S.M.'s January 6th ("Arctic Frost") probe.

  • [00:47] Speaker Mike Johnson: Announces House will consider legislation to remove the controversial provision allowing lawsuits up to $500,000.
    • Mike Johnson: “Legislation will be taken up that would strip a provision in the Senate's government funding bill…” (00:47)

• [01:04] Personal Reactions:

  • Jeff Manasso: “I was surprised. I was shocked by it.”
  • Lisa Lacera: “Was angry about it.”
  • Rep. Tim Burchett (R): “I think they should [sue]. They caused him great damage.” (01:15)

3. Capitol Hill Updates: New Member and Epstein Files

• [01:20] Adelita Grijalva Sworn In: Newly elected Arizona Democrat sworn in, filling her late father’s seat.
  • Grijalva’s first act: signed petition triggering a vote to release Jeffrey Epstein files, reaching the necessary 218 signatures.
• [01:30] Epstein Investigation: House Democrats release related emails; former President Trump alleges it’s a distraction from the shutdown.
  • Lisa Lacera: “President Trump posting on Truth Social that Democrats are using this to deflect blame from the shutdown.” (01:50)

4. Regional & Breaking News

• [02:31] Fallen Indiana Deputy: Corporal Blake Reynolds, recently married and a four-year veteran, killed assisting a stranded driver when another semi-truck lost control.

  • [02:50] Mike Johnson: “That was northbound on I69 lost control and collided with both the deputy's vehicle and the disabled truck semi that was on the side of the road.”

• [02:58] Jeff Manasso: Reports on ongoing investigation.

• [03:14] Montana Murder Conviction: Darren Christopher Abbey convicted of a grisly, racially motivated murder at a Montana campsite.

5. Community & Cultural Notes

• [03:37] Florida Christmas Decorations Controversy: Residents near Tyndall Air Force Base ordered by landlord to delay holiday decorations until after Thanksgiving, following the housing handbook.

  • Carmen Roberts: “Christmas is officially grounded…” (03:37)

• [04:12] The Penny Retires: The US Mint in Philadelphia ends penny production after over two centuries, citing cost and obsolescence.

  • Lisa Lacera: “The change was made to save money and in recognition of the irrelevance of the $0.01 coin.” (04:12)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Speaker Mike Johnson on funding bill optimism:

  “We're very optimistic about the vote tally tonight. We think this is going to happen and we're sorry that it took this long.” (00:13)

• Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries on ACA tax credits:

  “This fight is not over. We're just getting started.” (00:39)

• Speaker Mike Johnson on Senate provision:

  “Legislation will be taken up that would strip a provision in the Senate's government funding bill allowing the eight senators whose phone records were allegedly looked at… to sue.” (00:47)

• Rep. Tim Burchett on senators’ right to sue:

  “I think they should. They caused him great damage.” (01:15)

• Lisa Lacera on the end of the penny:

  “Pennies have been produced in that mint since 1793.” (04:13)

Timestamps for Key Segments

| Time | Segment Description | |--------|-----------------------------------------------------| |00:02 | House in session; pending government shutdown vote | |00:30 | Health care subsidies, partisan tensions | |00:47 | Senate lawsuit provision, House pushback | |01:20 | New member Grijalva, Epstein petition | |02:31 | Indiana deputy killed in traffic incident | |03:14 | Montana white supremacist murder conviction | |03:37 | Tyndall AFB Christmas decoration dispute | |04:12 | US Mint ceases penny production |

Summary

This Fox News Hourly Update offers a fast-paced, headline-heavy briefing on the day's major legislative moves, political skirmishes, and national stories. From Capitol Hill maneuvers to poignant local tragedies and symbolic changes like the end of the penny, the episode distills a complicated news day into essential takeaways for its audience—capturing controversy, conflict, and cultural touchstones without commentary or editorializing.