Fox News Hourly Update

Episode: President Trump Signs Order to Send National Guard to Memphis to Combat Crime
Date: September 15, 2025
Host: FOX News Podcasts

Overview

This episode focuses primarily on President Trump’s new order sending the National Guard and a multi-agency task force to Memphis, Tennessee, in response to rising crime rates. The program also touches on a recent U.S. military operation targeting suspected drug traffickers from Venezuela, updates on the shooting death of Charlie Kirk, congressional responses to political violence, and proposed airline refund legislation.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. President Trump’s Order: National Guard to Memphis

[00:02–00:37]

• National Guard Deployment:

  • President Trump announces a federal task force, including the National Guard, FBI, ATF, DEA, ICE, Homeland Security Investigations, and U.S. Marshals, will be deployed to Memphis.
  • The initiative is modeled after a previous crackdown in Washington, D.C.
  • Tennessee Governor Bill Lee expresses support at the signing ceremony.
  • The Democratic Mayor of Memphis notes he did not request the Guard but plans to cooperate with the federal government.

• Notable Quotes:

  • “President Trump says a task force will head to Tennessee to crack down on crime. He says crime in Memphis is out of control.” — [00:06], FOX Reporter
  • “Democratic mayor says he did not ask for the Guard. He has said that he will cooperate with the federal government.” — [00:31], [00:34], FOX Reporter
  • “President Trump says he plans to send a task force to Chicago next.” — [00:37], FOX Reporter

2. US Military Action Against Suspected Drug Smugglers

[00:41–01:08]

• Boat Interdiction and Military Strike:

  • President Trump reports the U.S. military targeted a boat allegedly smuggling drugs from Venezuela; three people were killed.
  • General Kaine, Chair of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, provided evidence of drugs aboard the vessel.
  • President Trump emphasizes the administration’s intelligence capabilities.

• Notable Quote:

  • “General Kaine showed me a little while ago, the clip, but you could actually see it. But you don't have to see it because we have recorded proof and evidence. We know what time they were leaving, when they were leaving, what they had and all of the other things that you'd like to have.” — President Trump, [00:52]

• Background:

  • This is the second strike in two weeks; a prior operation killed 11 people on a similar speedboat.

3. Federal Case in the Shooting Death of Charlie Kirk

[01:17–01:51]

• Investigation Update:

  • The FBI, led by Director Cash Patel, reveals new evidence against Tyler Robinson, the main suspect in the Charlie Kirk shooting.
  • DNA evidence has been collected; video shows the suspect approaching the campus.
  • The suspect is noted to have changed clothing after the incident.

• Authorities in Utah are preparing to file capital murder charges.

• Notable Quote:

  • “FBI Director Cash Patel revealed substantial new information in the federal case they're building against the alleged shooter, including crucial DNA evidence collected on the ground here in Utah.” — [01:21], FOX Reporter

4. Increased Security for Government Officials Post-Shooting

[02:13–02:53]

• Congressional and Administrative Response:

  • Florida Congressman Byron Donalds mentions heightened security concerns among members after Charlie Kirk’s assassination.
  • Senator Rick Scott is drafting a letter urging the Senate to allow official funds for members’ security needs.
  • The White House requests an additional $58 million for security to protect officials and judges.

• Notable Quotes:

  • “My wife is very concerned. My kids are concerned. Everybody is shaken.” — Rep. Byron Donalds, [02:27]
  • “This has the White House reportedly asking Congress to approve an additional $58 million for security to protect administration members and judges.” — [02:38], Reporter

5. Congressional Push for Airline Delay Compensation

[03:00–03:41]

• Legislative Proposal:

  • New Jersey Congressman Josh Gottheimer introduces a bill forcing airlines to compensate passengers for delays over five hours (up to $500), reviving a rule the Biden administration had proposed and the Trump administration had removed.
  • Newark Airport is mentioned as particularly affected by air traffic outages.

• Notable Quote:

  • “The Biden administration had a proposed rule… But the Trump administration removed the rule. Now New Jersey Congressman Josh Gottheimer is trying to get a similar rule passed through Congress for passengers delayed more than five hours.” — Reporter, [03:00]

6. Box Office and Emmy Awards Update

[03:41–04:07]

• Top Film and TV Numbers:
  • "Demon Slayer Infinity Castle" leads the weekend box office with $70 million, the largest anime debut.
  • "The Conjuring: Last Rites" and "Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale" round out the top three.
  • Nielsen: 7.4 million watched the Emmy Awards.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “[On Memphis crime:] President Trump says crime in Memphis is out of control.” — FOX Reporter, [00:06]
• “Democratic mayor says he did not ask for the Guard. He has said that he will cooperate with the federal government.” — FOX Reporter, [00:31], [00:34]
• “General Kaine showed me a little while ago, the clip, but you could actually see it. But you don’t have to see it because we have recorded proof…” — President Trump, [00:52]
• “My wife is very concerned. My kids are concerned. Everybody is shaken.” — Rep. Byron Donalds, [02:27]

Timestamps for Important Segments

• [00:02] – President Trump orders task force to Memphis
• [00:41] – US military strike against alleged Venezuelan smugglers
• [01:17] – Investigation update on Charlie Kirk’s shooting
• [02:13] – Debate over increased security for officials
• [03:00] – Legislation on airline passenger compensation
• [03:41] – Box office and Emmy viewership update

The episode captures the Trump administration’s latest law enforcement initiatives, developments in a high-profile shooting case, and new legislation affecting air travelers, all tied together with fast-paced news updates characteristic of Fox News Radio.