Fox News Hourly Update

Episode Date: November 23, 2025
Host: Kathleen Maloney (FOX News Podcasts)
Main Theme: Diplomatic progress in Ukraine peace talks, Thanksgiving travel surge, and legislative news on cash payments.

Episode Overview

This episode centers on U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio's encouraging update after peace negotiations with Ukrainian officials in Geneva. Additional coverage focuses on massive Thanksgiving holiday travel expectations, a new TSA investment, gas prices, and Ohio legislative efforts to keep cash as a form of payment.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Progress in Ukraine Peace Talks

• Secretary of State Marco Rubio Meets with Ukraine Officials
  (00:02 - 00:19)

  • Rubio reports significant momentum after recent negotiations in Geneva.
  • "There's still some work to be done, but we are much further ahead today at this time than we were when we began this morning and where we were a week ago for certain." — Secretary of State Marco Rubio (00:11)

• Details on the Peace Plan
  (00:21 - 00:51)

  • Fox’s Trey Yings describes broad international involvement: “These conversations will include officials from the United States, Ukraine and a variety of European countries that are rallying behind Kiev.”
  • Ukrainian President Zelensky references a proposed 28-point peace plan, designed to protect Ukrainian interests and deter further Russian aggression.
  • Zelensky avoids specific details, but it’s implied the plan might require Ukraine to cede more territory and accept military limitations.
  • Notable quote:

    "Our representatives know how to protect Ukrainian national interests and exactly what is needed to prevent Russia from carrying out a third invasion.” — Trey Yings, paraphrasing Zelensky (00:29)

• US Administration’s Position
  (00:51 - 01:10)

  • President Trump states the U.S. proposal “is not his final offer” and asserts the arrangement is a blend of Russian and Ukrainian inputs.

2. Thanksgiving Travel Surge & TSA Investments

• Anticipated Record-Breaking Travel
  (01:10 - 01:40)

  • DHS Secretary Kristi Noem announces a $1 billion federal investment in TSA equipment and staff: “The government will be making a historic investment… including new scanning equipment.”
  • TSA expects to screen over 17.8 million people during the holiday, 3 million on Sunday, November 30.

• Ground Travel Brief

  • According to AAA: Over 70 million people traveling by road this holiday.

• Airport and Security Upgrades
  (03:48 - 04:27)

  • Noem details investments in technology and training for better airport security.
  • Nearly 82 million Americans are anticipated to travel over the next week.
  • FAA: “We are ready for the holiday rush and take pride in helping travelers reach their friends and families during this important time of year.” (FAA Administrator, via Chanley Painter at 03:57)

3. Legislative Push for Mandatory Cash Acceptance in Ohio

• Ohio Considering a ‘Cash Bill’
  (03:02 - 03:48)
  • New legislation would require stores/government offices to accept cash for payments up to $500.
  • Ohio Rep. David Thomas: “Cash is the basis for business in America. Our taxpayers should always have the ability to use it.” (03:36)
  • The bill reflects proposed federal rules by Senator John Fetterman and Congressman Kevin Kramer, barring higher prices for cash payments.

4. Other Noteworthy News Segments

• Gas Prices Update
  (04:27 - 04:47)

  • Analyst Toby Lundberg: “Gasoline prices moved up 4 cents per gallon in the past two weeks. The average is now $3.16 per regular.” (04:40)
  • Despite the slight rise, prices remain close to pandemic-era lows.

• Tragic Cruise Ship Death Report
  (01:40 - 01:59)

  • A new report reveals the mother of Anna Kepner, the 18-year-old found dead on a Carnival cruise ship, learned about her daughter’s passing online.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Marco Rubio on Ukraine Peace Talks:

  "We are much further ahead today at this time than we were when we began this morning and where we were a week ago for certain." (00:11)

• Fox's Trey Yings, summarizing Zelensky’s position:

  "Our representatives know how to protect Ukrainian national interests and exactly what is needed to prevent Russia from carrying out a third invasion." (00:29)

• DHS Secretary Kristi Noem on TSA preparations:

  “The government will be making a historic investment of $1 billion in new resources to help TSA, including new scanning equipment.” (01:13)

• FAA Administrator on Travel Readiness:

  "We are ready for the holiday rush and take pride in helping travelers reach their friends and families during this important time of year." (03:59)

• Ohio Rep. David Thomas on cash payments:

  “Cash is the basis for business in America. Our taxpayers should always have the ability to use it.” (03:36)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Ukraine Peace Talks Update – 00:02–01:10
• Thanksgiving Travel & TSA Investment – 01:10–01:40, 03:48–04:27
• Ohio Cash Bill – 03:02–03:48
• Gas Prices – 04:27–04:47
• Tragic News: Cruise Ship Incident – 01:40–01:59

Summary

This Fox News Hourly Update delivers a concise yet informative roundup focused on diplomatic progress between the U.S. and Ukraine, the immense scale of expected Thanksgiving travel and new federal investments in airport security, consumer protection efforts in Ohio regarding cash payments, and brief notes on holiday gas prices and national news. Those looking for the latest developments in Ukraine negotiations, practical implications for holiday travel, or changes in consumer payment policy will find this episode especially relevant.