President Trump Makes an Announcement Connecting Acetaminophen with Autism

Summary

Fox News Hourly Update – Episode Summary

Date: September 22, 2025
Host: Lisa Licera, Jimmy Phela, Bret Baier, Gernall Scott
Episode: President Trump Makes an Announcement Connecting Acetaminophen with Autism

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Overview

This episode delivers a fast-paced roundup of pressing news stories, headlined by President Trump’s public warning about a potential link between the pain reliever acetaminophen (Tylenol) and autism—a claim that ignites swift reactions from health officials, pharmaceutical companies, and federal agencies. The episode also covers government shutdown negotiations, developments at the United Nations, legal updates on recent shootings, and economic turbulence at Spirit Airlines.

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Major Discussion Points and News Segments

1. President Trump’s Warning on Acetaminophen and Autism

• [00:02–00:36]
  • President Trump’s Message: President Trump issues a caution to pregnant women, warning them not to take acetaminophen due to a potential link to autism.
    • Lisa Licera: “There could be a link between a popular pain reliever and autism…President Trump warning pregnant women to not take acetaminophen, known by the brand name Tylenol.” [00:02]
  • Question of Alternatives:
    • Jimmy Phela: “What can you take instead? It’s actually there’s not an alternative.” [00:15]
    • Highlights the dilemma for pain management during pregnancy.
  • Tylenol Manufacturer Response:
    • Lisa Licera: “The maker of Tylenol already pushing back, citing previous studies.” [00:19]
    • Tylenol’s manufacturer disputes the suggested link, referencing past research.
  • HHS and FDA Reaction:
    • Jimmy Phela: “Today the FDA will issue a physician’s notice about the risk of acetaminophen during pregnancy and begin the process to initiate a safety label change.” [00:25]
    • Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. (mentioned as Health and Human Services Secretary) is coordinating an FDA warning and potential safety label update.
  • Expert Insight:
    • Lisa Licera: “Health experts say the rise in autism cases is mainly due to a new definition that includes cases on a spectrum and better diagnoses.” [00:36]
    • Suggests scientific caution and context, pointing to diagnostic changes rather than medication as the main driver for increased autism rates.

Notable Quote:

• Lisa Licera [00:02]: “There could be a link between a popular pain reliever and autism. … President Trump warning pregnant women to not take acetaminophen, known by the brand name Tylenol.”

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2. Looming Government Shutdown and Congressional Negotiations

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  • Upcoming deadline for a partial government shutdown.
  • President Trump scheduled to meet with Democratic leaders Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries.
  • Senate has recently voted down separate proposals from both Republicans and Democrats.
  • The White House is pursuing a short-term funding plan to extend operations through mid-November.

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3. Media and Culture Update: Jimmy Kimmel Suspension Lifted

• [01:13–01:32]
  • ABC Statement:
    • ABC Company Spokesperson: “We made the decision to suspend production on the show to avoid further inflaming a tense situation at an emotional moment for our country. It is a decision we made because we felt some of the comments were ill timed and and thus insensitive.” [01:13]
    • Production to resume following remarks about the Charlie Kirk shooting.

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4. International Affairs: UN General Assembly and Israel–Palestine

• [01:32–01:59]
  • UN Secretary General:
    • Palestinian statehood described as a “right, not a reward” by Antonio Gucera during ongoing discussions on the Israel-Hamas conflict.
  • France’s Position:
    • French President Emmanuel Macron announces France’s recognition of Palestinian statehood.

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5. Legal Update: New Hampshire Country Club Shooting

• [02:15–02:57]
  • Suspect Court Appearance:
    • Hunter NATO waives formal arraignment in the shooting death of Robert de Caesar.
    • Additional charges anticipated, with other potential victims.
      • Prosecutor Peter Hinckley: “We anticipate there will be additional charges that both relate to those victims who have not been named yet, as well as the murder victim.” [02:45]
    • Probable cause hearing scheduled for October 1st.

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6. Shooting at ABC Affiliate in Sacramento

• [03:03–03:24]
  • Anabel Hernandez Santana accused of firing a gun into ABC affiliate’s office.
  • Notes found criticizing the Trump administration; no injuries reported.
  • Motive potentially linked to political discontent.

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7. Business/Economy: Spirit Airlines Furloughs

• [03:24–04:01]
  • Spirit Airlines to furlough 1/3 of flight attendants (approx. 1,800) after a second bankruptcy filing within a year.
  • Attempts to reduce costs have reached their limit; voluntary furloughs to determine exact numbers.
    • Spirit Airlines COO: “Spirit had reached the limit of what it could achieve through such measures.” [03:24]

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8. NASA’s New Astronauts

• [04:01–04:13]
  • NASA introduces a new class of astronauts, including scientists, engineers, and test pilots.

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Memorable Moments and Tone

• The episode is marked by direct, headline-driven reporting with brief but impactful quotes.
• The tone is urgent, informative, and, at times, contentious—particularly around the pain reliever-autism controversy and the consequences for public health guidance.
• Humorous quip from Jimmy Phela, poking at partisanship:
  • Jimmy Phela: “We’ll discuss every single one of the Democrats dumb ideas. Just kidding. It’s only a three hour show.” [04:13]

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Key Timestamps

| Segment | Time | |----------------------------------------------------|----------| | Acetaminophen/Autism Controversy | 00:02–00:36 | | Government Shutdown Negotiations | 00:36–01:13 | | Jimmy Kimmel Suspension Lifted | 01:13–01:32 | | UN General Assembly & Palestine | 01:32–01:59 | | NH Country Club Shooting Update | 02:15–02:57 | | Sacramento ABC Shooting, Spirit Airlines | 03:03–04:01 | | NASA’s New Astronauts | 04:01–04:13 | | Wrap-up | 04:13 |

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Conclusion

This Fox News Hourly Update delivers critical headlines in a compact format, with breaking health advisories, political drama, and major global developments. The episode’s headline—President Trump’s acetaminophen warning—sets the tone for a show brimming with urgency, response, and high-stakes public policy implications.

Transcript

[Lisa Licera]

There could be a link between a popular pain reliever and autism. I'm Lisa Licera of FOX News. That's the suggestion from President Trump warning pregnant women to not take acetaminophen, known by the brand name Tylenol.

[Jimmy Phela]

What can you take instead? It's actually there's not an alternative.

[Lisa Licera]

The maker of Tylenol already pushing back, citing previous studies. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F.

[Jimmy Phela]

Kennedy Jr. Today the FDA will issue a physician's notice about the risk of acetaminophen during pregnancy and begin the process to initiate a safety label change.

[Lisa Licera]

Health experts say the rise in autism cases is mainly due to a new definition that includes cases on a spectrum and better diagnoses. With a deadline for a partial government shutdown approaching, the White House says President Trump will meet this week with Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer and House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries. The Senate voted down two separate proposals last week, one from Republicans, the other from Democrats. The White House is hoping for a short term plan to fund the government through the third week of November. ABC has ended Jimmy Kimmel's suspension, bringing Jimmy Kimmel Live back tomorrow night and for comments he made related to the shooting death of Charlie Kirk.

[ABC Company Spokesperson]

In a statement, the company said last Wednesday we made the decision to suspend production on the show to avoid further inflaming a tense situation at an emotional moment for our country. It is a decision we made because we felt some of the comments were ill timed and and thus insensitive.

[Lisa Licera]

Fox is Michelle Paulino at the UN General Assembly. Secretary General Antonio Gucera said the Palestinian statehood is a right, not a reward. This comes as the UN Looks to build support for a two state solution to the Hamas Israel war. Earlier today, French President Emmanuel Macron said France recognized Palestinian statehood. America is listening to FOX News.

[Bret Baier]

Listen to the all new Bret Baier podcast featuring Common Ground in depth talks with lawmakers from opposite sides of the aisle along with all your Brett Bear favorites like his all star panel and much more. Available [e-mail] or wherever you get your podcasts.

[Lisa Licera]

The man accused in the deadly shooting at a New Hampshire country club Saturday makes a first court appearance in a.

[Gernall Scott]

Very brief hearing, a formal arraignment for Hunter NATO was waived with the judge telling the defendant we're going to schedule.

[Lisa Licera]

This for a probable cause hearing.

[Bret Baier]

Okay.

[Lisa Licera]

Okay.

[Gernall Scott]

That was NATO acknowledging his next court date. He's right now facing only a second degree murder charge in the death of Robert de Caesar, a guest at the Sky Meadow country club Prosecutor Peter Hinckley is expecting more counts.

[Bret Baier]

We understand and realize there are additional victims. We anticipate there will be additional charges that both relate to those victims who have not been named yet, as well as the murder victim.

[Gernall Scott]

The probable cause hearing is set for October 1st. Gernall Scott, Fox News Prosecutors since Sacramento.

[Lisa Licera]

California, say Anabel Hernandez Santana, the man accused of firing a gun into an ABC affiliate station's office, had written notes in his car critical of the Trump administration and had a reminder in his home that read, do the next scary thing. No one was hurt in the shooting. A struggling airline is taking action to keep its business afloat.

[Spirit Airlines COO]

Spirit Airlines is planning to furlough one third of its flight attendants, another move by the bankrupt airline to slash expenses. The carrier is looking to furlough 1800 of its roughly 5200 flight attendance. Hundreds have already been out on voluntary leaves. And according to its coo, Spirit had reached the limit of what it could achieve through such measures. Flight attendants can volunteer for furlough, which will determine how many are voluntarily cut. Last month, Spirit filed for bankruptcy for a second time in less than a year after its first Chapter 11 process failed to address all of its financial problems, which include costly airplane leases and hefty labor costs.

[Lisa Licera]

Fox's Hillary Barsky NASA's introduced its newest astronauts. The group of ten includes scientists, engineers and test pilots. I'm Lisara. This is FOX News.

[Jimmy Phela]

This is Jimmy Phela inviting you to join me for FOX Across America, where we'll discuss every single one of the Democrats dumb ideas. Just kidding. It's only a three hour show. Listen live at noon Eastern or get the podcast at foxacrossamerica. Com.