ABC World News Tonight with David Muir Full Broadcast - September 30, 2025

Rachel Scott has the latest as the federal government braces for a shutdown at midnight if a congressional agreement is not reached; Martha Raddatz reports on Pres. Trump and Defense Secretary Hegseth’s unprecedented message to 800 top military officers, outlining their vision to reshape the U.S. troops; Victor Oquendo has the images as at least five homes collapse on the Outer Banks because of Hurricanes Imelda and Humberto; Matt Gutman reports on Hollywood’s reaction to an AI generated “actor” who is reportedly seeking representation and the debate over the use of AI; David Muir shares the America Strong story of a grandfather and grandson who are finding success with their original music compositions after amassing millions of views online; and more on tonight’s broadcast of World News Tonight with David Muir.

00:00 Intro
02:19 Looming government shutdown may trigger mass federal worker firings
05:07 Trump, Hegseth address military leaders outlining vision for armed forces
08:11 Storm-driven surf topples homes in North Carolina
09:34 Hurricanes trigger dangerous rip currents along East Coast
10:29 New clues in Michigan LDS chapel rampage
11:49 Growing backlash amid reports AI-generated actress could be signed by talent agency
14:04 11-year sentence sought by prosecutors in Sean 'Diddy' Combs case
14:39 Nicole Kidman, Keith Urban divorcing after 19 years of marriage
16:15 New landslide threatens homes in Southern California
16:30 Woman apologizes after seen swiping Patrick Mahomes’ headband from young fan
16:53 NY Yankees restrict playoff tickets
17:22 America Strong: Grandfather and grandson share love songs written decades ago

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