Fox News Hourly Update: September 2, 2025

Host: Dave Anthony
Main Theme: President Trump’s Claims and Proposed Actions Regarding Chicago Crime, Ongoing Congressional Activity, and Major Business News Updates

Overview

This episode primarily focuses on President Trump’s recent statements about crime in Chicago and his assertions regarding federal interventions, responses from Chicago leadership and state officials, and the legal and constitutional implications of deploying federal forces domestically. Other segments cover developments in the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, a devastating earthquake in Afghanistan, and significant shakeups in major food companies. The update closes with financial news and lottery headlines.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. President Trump’s Comments on Chicago Crime

• President Trump’s Statement
  • On Truth Social, President Trump claimed:

    "Chicago is the murder capital of the world... the worst and most dangerous city in the world and he'd solve the crime problem like he did in Washington."
    (Dave Anthony, 00:02)

2. Reaction from Local and State Officials

• Chicago’s Position
  • Mayor Brandon Johnson firmly rejects the idea of federal intervention:

    "No federal troops in the city of Chicago." (Brandon Johnson, 00:14)
    "No militarized force in the city of Chicago." (Brandon Johnson, 00:19)

• State Response
  • Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker threatens legal action:

    Pritzker “vows to sue if there’s a Trump National Guard deployment in Chicago.” (Dave Anthony, 00:22)

3. Legal Ramifications and Federal Authority

• Analyst Explains Limits on Federal Troop Deployments
  • Federal jurisdiction differences:

    "D.C. is under federal jurisdiction, meaning the president didn't need sitting city leaders to greenlight the National Guard's role in the interagency crackdown here. But everywhere else, the president would need the cooperation of state governors..."
    (Political Analyst, 00:28)

  • Titles 10 & 32, Posse Comitatus, and the Insurrection Act:

    “If the states don’t want to play ball, the president could still send in the national guard under title 10. But...[their duties would be limited] to protecting federal property under posse comitatus. That is, unless the president invokes the Insurrection Act."
    (Political Analyst, 00:28–00:56)

4. Legal Precedent and Ongoing Disputes

• Judicial Ruling on Federal Troop Use
  • Fox’s Jackie Heinrich reports:

    "A federal judge ruled the president violated the law sending troops to Los Angeles... The Trump administration disputes that, saying troops were protecting agents, not enforcing laws."
    (Dave Anthony, 00:56)

5. Congressional Activity

• Government Funding, Epstein Files, and Hearings
  • Congress returns to address government funding and confirmations.
  • Notable bipartisan action:

    "Congressman Thomas Massie... and Ro Khanna... plan to hold a news conference with victims of Epstein’s underage sex trafficking." (Dave Anthony, 01:18)
    "Massie and Khanna have a bipartisan bill that would compel the release of the Epstein files. The Trump administration has vowed to release the grand jury testimony... The Justice Department is currently redacting names..." (Political Correspondent, 01:27)

6. International News: Afghanistan Earthquake

• "A search through rubble continues. In Afghanistan, where the number of earthquake deaths tops 1,400 and another 3,000 people [are] injured. The Taliban government is asking for international help."
  (Dave Anthony, 01:45)

7. Major Business News

• Kraft Heinz Breakup
  • Kraft Heinz plans to split into two companies, separating brands and signaling an end to most of the 2015 merger.

    "One business will produce salsa, spreads and seasonings... The other will sell grocery staples including Oscar Mayer, Kraft singles and Lunchables."
    (Jenny Coselda, 02:33)
    "The company expects the split to happen in 2026." (Jenny Coselda, 03:03)

• Nestle CEO Ousted
  • Immediate dismissal of CEO Laurent Frache after an internal investigation of an inappropriate relationship.

    "The behavior violates its code of conduct..." (Kristin Goodwin, 03:15) "He will be replaced by longtime Nestle executive Philippe Navratil." (Kristin Goodwin, 03:36)

8. Financial Markets and Lottery Update

• "There's a sell off to start a new month... the Dow is plunging 279 points..."
  (Dave Anthony, 02:16)

• "Gold glitters this morning, hitting a new record high, topping $3,500 an ounce."
  (Dave Anthony, 03:48)

• "The Powerball... up to $1.3 billion for tomorrow night's drawing."
  (Dave Anthony, 03:58)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Brandon Johnson on Federal Troops:

  "No federal troops in the city of Chicago." (00:14)
  "No militarized force in the city of Chicago." (00:19)

• Political Analyst on Federal Authority:

  "...the president would need the cooperation of state governors... unless the president invokes the Insurrection Act." (00:28–00:56)

• Jenny Coselda on Kraft Heinz Split:

  "The breakup unwinds most of the merger of Kraft and Heinz from 2015." (02:55)

• Kristin Goodwin on Nestle CEO Dismissal:

  "The behavior violates its code of conduct and adding Nestle's values and governance are strong foundations of our company." (03:22)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• Trump statement & Chicago response: 00:02–00:22
• Legal analysis of deploying federal forces: 00:28–00:56
• Discussion on Congressional agenda & Epstein files: 01:18–01:45
• Afghanistan earthquake update: 01:45–01:59
• Kraft Heinz business split: 02:33–03:03
• Nestle CEO ouster: 03:11–03:36
• Financial markets & lottery update: 02:16, 03:48–03:58

This update delivers a fast-paced review of the day’s biggest headlines with a focus on tough stances, legal boundaries, and evolving stories in politics and business, all in the direct style characteristic of Fox News radio.