Fox News Hourly Update

Episode: Major Snowstorm Headed to New York City Area
Date: December 26, 2025
Host: Tom Graham, FOX News Podcasts

Episode Overview

In this episode, Fox News delivers a rapid summary of the top stories affecting the United States: a massive snowstorm threatening the Northeast, updates on national security and political events, a historic White House announcement, and developments in education and student activism. The tone is brisk, urgent, and focused on key developments with direct reporting and quick transitions between stories.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Major Northeast Snowstorm

(00:02–00:59)

• Millions across the Northeast are bracing for a dangerous winter storm; a state of emergency has already been declared in New Jersey, New York, and Connecticut.
  • Quote:
    "Millions in the busy Northeast are in the path of a massive winter storm."
    — Tom Graham (00:03)
• Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont urges drivers to stay off the roads.
• Fox Weather meteorologist Ian Oliver warns that the New York City metro area will face its first major snow warning in almost four years.
  • The storm stretches from the Poconos through the capital region of New York, with icing threatening parts of Pennsylvania.
  • Some areas may see more than a quarter inch of ice, leading to "very treacherous travel conditions" and "power outages." (00:28)
  • Heavy snow will intensify in the evening, accumulating 5–8 inches for many. The worst-hit "bullseye" region (lower Hudson to capital region) could see 8–12 inches.
• Impact: The storm will disrupt post-Christmas travel nationwide.

2. U.S.–Ukraine–Russia Developments

(00:59–01:41)

• President Trump will host Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at Mar-a-Lago this weekend for high-stakes peace talks.
  • Focus: Finalizing a U.S.-backed peace proposal between Ukraine and Russia.
  • Zelensky is pushing for a ceasefire and a demilitarized zone in Eastern Ukraine (Donbas).
  • Quote:
    "Zelensky doesn't have anything until I approve it."
    — President Trump to Politico (01:27)
  • Trump also indicated he expects to speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin soon.

3. Historic White House Pregnancy Announcement

(01:41–01:58)

• Press Secretary Caroline Levitt announces she is expecting her second child, a baby girl due in May.
• She will continue in her spokesperson role throughout the pregnancy, becoming the first pregnant press secretary in U.S. history.
  • Quote:
    "She'll be the first pregnant press secretary in U.S. history."
    — Tom Graham (01:53)

4. U.S. Strike Against ISIS in Nigeria

(02:58–03:40)

• President Trump announced that the U.S., cooperating with Nigerian officials, launched a "powerful and deadly strike against ISIS terrorist scum" in northwest Nigeria.
  • The attack, timed on Christmas, targeted ISIS elements accused of attacking Christian communities.
  • Trump declared:
    "There would be hell to pay. And tonight there was." (03:20)
  • Secretary of War Pete Hegseth commented:
    "The Department of War is always ready. So ISIS found out tonight." (03:35)

5. Turning Point USA Denied Campus Club at Loyola New Orleans

(03:40–04:30)

• Students at Loyola University were twice denied permission to establish a Turning Point USA chapter, a conservative youth organization.
  • The club's founder remains persistent, stating, "she is not taking no for an answer."
  • After the assassination of Charlie Kirk, the group reports thousands of new membership requests but increased pushback and threats.
  • The would-be co-founder insists their goal is simply "a group on their campus that focuses on faith and conservative values." (04:10)
  • University says the decision rests with the Student Government Association.

6. Market Update & Surprising Clock Literacy Issue

(04:30–04:58)

• Markets ended with minor losses:
  • Dow fell about 20 points | NASDAQ off 20 | S&P 500 down 2 points.
• New York City teachers have found that many teenagers "cannot read traditional clocks," a problem that has intensified since cell phone bans in schools.
  • Many students "have trouble telling time with those old analog clocks that hang on schoolhouse walls." (04:47)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• "Millions in the busy Northeast are in the path of a massive winter storm."
  — Tom Graham (00:03)

• "New York City metro included in a warning for the first time in almost four years…look out for power outages and unfortunately very treacherous travel conditions."
  — Ian Oliver, Fox Weather (00:20)

• "Zelensky doesn't have anything until I approve it."
  — President Trump to Politico (01:27)

• "She'll be the first pregnant press secretary in U.S. history."
  — Tom Graham (01:53)

• "The United States launched a powerful and deadly strike against ISIS terrorist scum in northwest Nigeria…there would be hell to pay. And tonight there was."
  — President Trump on Truth Social (03:14)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Northeast Snowstorm: 00:02–00:59
• Ukraine Peace Talks: 00:59–01:41
• Press Secretary Announcement: 01:41–01:58
• U.S. Strike in Nigeria: 02:58–03:40
• Turning Point USA at Loyola: 03:40–04:30
• Market and Education News: 04:30–04:58

This episode is fast-paced and news-heavy, providing quick yet thorough coverage of the day’s pressing headlines, governmental updates, and societal trends with an emphasis on the dramatic and impactful—true to the Fox News style.