Fox News Hourly Update

Episode: Top Officials Give an Update on National Guardmembers Ambushed

Date: November 27, 2025
Host: FOX News Podcasts

Episode Overview

This episode provides listeners with the latest developments following the ambush and shooting of two National Guard members in Washington, D.C. The show also covers a deadly apartment fire in Hong Kong, the Thanksgiving holiday atmosphere in the U.S., updates on federal food assistance, and a preview of NFL Thanksgiving games.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. National Guard Ambush in Washington, D.C.

• Status of Victims (00:02)
  • Two National Guard soldiers, identified as Sarah Beckstrom (20) and Andrew Wolf (24), are in critical condition after surgery.
  • "[They] are fighting for their lives." — D.C. U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro (00:19)
• Personal Impact (00:12)
  • "[Two] families are shattered and destroyed and torn apart as a result of the actions of one man." — Jeanine Pirro (00:12)
• Incident Details & Response (00:32)
  • The soldiers were ambushed while on patrol as part of a local crime crackdown.
  • President Trump orders an increase of 500 National Guard troops in D.C.
  • The suspected gunman was wounded in return fire by other soldiers.
• Suspect Background (00:41)
  • Suspect identified as Ramanullah Leckinwal, a 29-year-old Afghan national.
  • Entered the U.S. under "Biden's Operation Allies Welcome" initiative after the Afghanistan withdrawal.
  • President Trump criticized the program and called for its reexamination.
  • "The suspect drove from Washington state to carry out the attack." — FBI Director Cash Patel (00:57)
    • Numerous electronic devices have been seized for investigation.

2. Hong Kong Apartment Building Fire (01:24)

• Casualty Update: 75 dead, 70+ injured, over 200 unaccounted for.
• On-site Conditions:
  • Continued rescue operations, thick smoke, and extensive property loss for 4,600 residents.
  • "Rescue workers are conducting a careful search of the seven blocks consumed by Wednesday's inferno." — Jonathan Savage, FOX News (01:24)

3. Thanksgiving in the U.S.

• Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade (01:51)
  • "I just love the crowds and everything. It's so much fun and everything else." — Parade attendee (01:51)
  • 28 floats, 11 marching bands, 34 balloons overhead.
• Stock Market and Retail Predictions (02:32)
  • Markets closed for Thanksgiving, half-day on Black Friday.
  • National Retail Federation predicts 187 million Americans will shop through Cyber Monday; 70% plan to buy on Black Friday.

4. SNAP Food Assistance Program Update (03:13)

• Policy Update & Legal Challenge:
  • SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) is fully funded again post-shutdown.
  • Over 20 Democrat-led states are suing the Trump administration over recent restrictions, arguing they unlawfully exclude certain non-citizens.
  • "Their new guidance was issued hastily, inaccurately and without regard for the law. It misstates who's eligible for SNAP and threatens to deprive thousands of lawful permanent residents of the food benefits that Congress guaranteed to them." — California Attorney General Rob Bonta (03:25)
• Refugee Status: The new law removed eligibility for refugees or asylees but does not bar eligibility once lawful permanent resident status is granted.

5. NFL Thanksgiving Games Preview (03:57)

• Featured Matchups:
  • Detroit Lions vs. Green Bay Packers (1:00 PM Eastern, FOX)
  • Kansas City Chiefs vs. Dallas Cowboys (4:30 PM)
  • Cincinnati Bengals vs. Baltimore Ravens (8:20 PM)
  • "The NFL has provided one loaded Thanksgiving slate." — Joe Morgan (03:57)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• "Two families are shattered and destroyed and torn apart as a result of the actions of one man.” — Jeanine Pirro (00:12)
• "The suspect drove from Washington state to carry out the attack." — FBI Director Cash Patel (00:57)
• "Their new guidance was issued hastily, inaccurately and without regard for the law." — CA Attorney General Rob Bonta (03:25)
• "I just love the crowds and everything. It's so much fun and everything else." — Thanksgiving Parade attendee (01:51)
• “Rescue workers are conducting a careful search of the seven blocks consumed by Wednesday’s inferno.” — Jonathan Savage, FOX News (01:24)

Timeline of Important Segments

• 00:02 — Update on National Guard ambush, victims in critical condition
• 00:41 — Suspect identification and background; ongoing FBI investigation
• 01:24 — Hong Kong apartment fire casualty and rescue update
• 01:51 — Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade atmosphere
• 02:32 — Retail and SNAP program updates; holiday shopping outlook
• 03:13 — Legal challenges to SNAP program changes, Attorney General commentary
• 03:57 — NFL Thanksgiving games preview

Summary

For listeners, this episode offers a concise yet thorough snapshot of top news as the U.S. heads into Thanksgiving. It covers the grave situation facing two National Guard members, updates on a major international disaster, federal policy disputes, annual traditions, and sports highlights—all with direct quotes and objective reporting.