Bill O'Reilly on New York's Bad Judges - Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis

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Bill O’Reilly on New York's Bad Judges
Episode Release Date: March 11, 2025
Podcast: Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis

Introduction

In this episode of "No Spin News and Analysis," host Bill O’Reilly delves into the critical issue of judicial leniency in New York City, focusing on the alarming rates at which violent felony suspects are being released on bail. O’Reilly scrutinizes the performance of several judges, highlighting the potential dangers this leniency poses to public safety and the integrity of the criminal justice system.

Overview of New York's Judicial System Failures

Bill O’Reilly begins by addressing the commendable investigative efforts of the New York Post, albeit with a caveat about their occasional lapses in source verification. He acknowledges the newspaper's contribution to local reporting despite its tabloid tendencies.

O'Reilly (00:30): "The tabloid stuff sometimes gets annoying, but they're doing the best local reporting in New York."

Analysis of Judges' Release Rates

O’Reilly meticulously lists several New York judges, detailing their appointment status and the percentage of violent felony suspects they allow to be released on bail. His analysis paints a grim picture of judicial practices that prioritize fairness over public safety.

Judge Wanda Leteria (Queens Appointed): Released 85% of violent felony suspects.

O'Reilly (01:10): "She is an appointed judge. Should be absolutely impeached immediately."
Judge Valentino Morales (Manhattan Appointed): Released 82% of violent suspects.

O'Reilly (02:00): "Putting you in danger."
Judge Robert Rosenthal (Manhattan Elected): Released 67% of violent suspects.

O'Reilly (02:45): "If you vote for Rosenthal, you are voting for a man who is putting you in danger."
Judge Marva Brown (Manhattan Elected): Released 62% of violent offenders.
Judge Eugene Bowen (Manhattan Elected): Released 62% of violent arrests.
Judge John Zoll (Manhattan Criminal Court Appointed): Released 77% of violent suspects.
Judge Monique Holloman (Brooklyn Elected): Released 80% of violent suspects.
Judge Christopher Whitehair (New York City Criminal Court Appointed): Released 76% of violent suspects.
Judge Anthony Battisti (New York City Criminal Court Appointed): Released 72% of violent suspects.
Judge Raja Rizwari (New York City Criminal Court Appointed): Released 70% of suspects.
Judge Kerry Ward (New York Criminal Court Appointed): Released 85% of violent felony charges.

O’Reilly argues that such high release rates for individuals charged with violent crimes severely compromise community safety.

Impact on Public Safety

O’Reilly emphasizes the direct correlation between high release rates of violent offenders and the increased risk to public safety. He warns listeners that allowing such a significant percentage of violent individuals to remain free poses a tangible threat to all residents of New York City.

O'Reilly (04:30): "These people are bad because they know letting these violent people out, other people are going to get hurt."

Critique of Government Officials

The discussion shifts to the roles of key government officials, notably Governor Kathy Hochul and Attorney General Letitia James. O’Reilly criticizes Governor Hochul for her inaction in addressing the judicial shortcomings, suggesting that her priorities lie elsewhere.

O'Reilly (06:15): "That's why if you vote for Hochul, you're absolutely out of your mind."

Regarding Attorney General Letitia James, O’Reilly expresses frustration over her focus on suing the Trump administration rather than tackling the systemic issues within New York's criminal justice system.

O'Reilly (07:00): "She’s suing the Trump administration for wanting to see where money is spent. That’s what Letitia James is doing. So infuriating."

Rikers Island and the Corrections System

O’Reilly addresses the plight of inmates at Rikers Island, highlighting the rampant violence and lack of protection within the facility. He points out that the brutality is not limited to inmates but extends to the guards, who are often overwhelmed by the pervasive chaos.

O'Reilly (08:45): "When those criminals are sent over to Rikers Island Jail, they're brutalized there by other criminals."

He acknowledges that while some inmates are mentally ill and may receive inadequate protection or treatment, the overall system's dysfunction contributes to the perpetuation of violence and instability within the prison environment.

Conclusion and Upcoming Book

Wrapping up the episode, O’Reilly reiterates his strong stance against the current judicial practices in New York City, labeling the system as "rotten" and in dire need of overhaul. He underscores the urgency for Governor Hochul to take decisive action against the ineffective judges to restore safety and order.

O'Reilly (10:00): "New York City's criminal justice system rotten, needs to be totally revamped."

Additionally, O’Reilly teases his forthcoming book, Confronting Evil, set for release in September, which presumably explores similar themes of combating systemic flaws and confronting malevolent forces within society.

O'Reilly (10:30): "I got a book called Confronting Evil coming up. Yeah, in September."

Summary:

In this compelling episode, Bill O’Reilly presents a scathing critique of New York City's judicial system, focusing on the high rates at which judges release violent felony suspects on bail. By meticulously listing specific judges and their release percentages, O’Reilly argues that such practices endanger public safety and reflect deep-seated systemic failures. He holds government officials accountable, particularly Governor Hochul and Attorney General Letitia James, for their perceived inaction and misplaced priorities. The discussion extends to the tumultuous conditions at Rikers Island, underscoring the broader implications of a corrupt and ineffective criminal justice system. Concluding with a call for comprehensive reforms and a preview of his upcoming book, O’Reilly reinforces his commitment to exposing and addressing the critical issues threatening community safety in New York City.

Notable Quotes:

O'Reilly (00:30): "They're doing the best local reporting in New York."
O'Reilly (01:10): "Should be absolutely impeached immediately."
O'Reilly (02:45): "If you vote for Rosenthal, you are voting for a man who is putting you in danger."
O'Reilly (04:30): "These people are bad because they know letting these violent people out, other people are going to get hurt."
O'Reilly (06:15): "That's why if you vote for Hochul, you're absolutely out of your mind."
O'Reilly (07:00): "She’s suing the Trump administration for wanting to see where money is spent."
O'Reilly (08:45): "When those criminals are sent over to Rikers Island Jail, they're brutalized there by other criminals."
O'Reilly (10:00): "New York City's criminal justice system rotten, needs to be totally revamped."
O'Reilly (10:30): "I got a book called Confronting Evil coming up. Yeah, in September."

This summary encapsulates the key discussions and insights presented by Bill O’Reilly in the episode, providing a comprehensive overview for listeners and those interested in the critical evaluation of New York's judicial practices.

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You know, New York Post doing some pretty good reporting. I have to say, I'm not always thrilled with that paper. I think they need to check their sources a little bit more. The tabloid stuff sometimes gets annoying, but they're doing the best local reporting in New York. There's no doubt about it. And now they have bad judges. So I'm going to run them down for you. Because this affects you and me and everybody else sets foot in New York City. Queens Judge Wanda Leteria. Okay. She let 85% of suspects out on no bail who were rained on violent felony charges. 85%. She is an appointed judge. Should be absolutely impeached immediately. Judge Valentino Morales, Manhattan appointed. Let 82% of violent suspects out. Judge Robert Rosenthal. Manhattan elected 67% out. So if you vote for Rosenthal, you are voting for a man who is putting you in danger. Okay. Marva Brown. Oh, I know Judge Brown. Manhattan. 62% violent offenders out. She's elected. Eugene Bowen. He's another, as Trump would say, beauty. Elected 62% violent arrests out. Okay. John Zoll. Manhattan criminal court appointed 77% of violent suspects cut loose by Judge John Zoll. See, now the governor could do something about this. This is why if you vote for Hokul, you're absolutely out of your mind. Monique Holloman, Brooklyn elected 80% violent suspects out. Hey, Monique, you know, why don't you give the folks a break? Judge Christopher Whitehair, appointed 76% in New York City Criminal Court. He probably pops around this guy. Anthony batisti, same thing, 72% out. Raja Rizwari. Same thing. New York City criminal court appointed 70% of suspects let loose. Judge Kerry Ward. Same thing. New York criminal court appointed 85% out. Violent felony charges. Put them right back. There's no excuse. None. These people are bad people. They're bad because they know letting these violent people out, other people are going to get hurt. Now, I got a book called Confronting Evil coming up. Yeah, in September. That's what evil people do. I'm not going to say These judges are evil because I haven't researched them enough to say that. But they're bad. They're bad at their job. They're putting all of us at risk. And there's a lot of a point to one. So Hochul could get them out of there, fire them. She doesn't. Why? Because she doesn't care where she lives in Albany and Erie, way far upstate. They don't have this problem. We do have it in New York City. So it all comes down to a system that rot. New York City's criminal justice system rotten, needs to be totally revamped. And I'm not even just talking about the criminals. When those criminals are sent over to Rikers Island Jail, they're brutalized there by other criminals. And sometimes the guards, there's no protections. Now, do I feel sorry for them? Some of them. Some of them are mentally ill or whatever and get the hell kicked out of them because New York corrections people, I guess they're overwhelmed. I don't think the corrections people are bad, but there's so much violence inside those prisons from top to bottom. The system is insane. What does Letitia James, the Attorney General, do to him about any of it? Nothing. Nothing. She's suing the Trump administration for wanting to see where money is spent. That's what Letitia James is doing. So infuriating. Most people have no blanking clue what's going on, and a lot of them don't care. And that's the truth.