Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis

Highlights – September 25, 2025

Host: Bill O’Reilly
Air Date: September 26, 2025

Episode Overview

In this episode, Bill O’Reilly examines President Trump’s recent speech at the United Nations, analyzing its content and impact, especially regarding critiques of the U.N., the Ukraine conflict, global migration, and energy policies. O’Reilly then shifts to domestic political stories, including Trump’s pursuit of political adversaries through the Justice Department, poll results on the murder of Charlie Kirk, economic perceptions, and cultural commentary. The episode features clips from President Trump, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and expert guest Trent Shores.

Key Discussion Points

1. President Trump’s UN Speech: Critique and Purpose

[00:42 – 04:51]

• O'Reilly recaps technical mishaps as Trump arrives at the U.N., reinforcing Trump’s disdain for the institution, saying it’s “run by one world leftists.”
• Trump’s speech (55 minutes) is framed as a condemnation of the U.N. as ineffective and left-leaning.
• Quote (O’Reilly): “The United Nations is useless because it’s run by one world leftists.” [00:46]
• Trump focuses on U.S. politics at the U.N., lamenting lack of credit for peacemaking and tough foreign policy.
• O’Reilly notes Trump’s frustration: “Trump is angry because nobody publicizes that.” [04:21]

2. Ukraine Conflict and International Energy Funding

[05:37 – 06:31]

• Trump criticizes China, India, and NATO nations for funding Russia’s war by buying Russian oil.
• Quote (Trump): “They’re funding the war against themselves. Who the hell ever heard of that one?” [05:56]
• Trump proposes tariffs to push for an end to the war, urging Europe to join.
• O’Reilly points out specific NATO countries enabling Russia and says he would have named them.

3. Migration and Global Crime

[07:24 – 07:55]

• Trump references European stats to argue migration is increasing crime and hurting societies.
• Quote (Trump): “In Switzerland, beautiful Switzerland, 72% of the people in prisons are from outside of Switzerland.” [07:48]
• O’Reilly comments the statistics appear accurate and reflect Trump’s focus on migration.

4. Global Warming and Energy Policy

[08:23 – 08:47]

• Trump denounces green energy as a “scam” and suggests renewed opposition to environmental policies.
• Quote (Trump): “If you don’t get away from the green energy scam, your country is going to fail.” [08:36]
• O’Reilly remarks that Trump avoided direct attacks on Putin and Xi, seeing it as strategic before upcoming meetings.

5. Palestinian Statehood and Middle East Politics

[12:17 – 13:55]

• O’Reilly reacts to countries recognizing a Palestinian state, arguing there's no government or territory to represent.
• Critiques the U.S. position of not supporting statehood due to terrorist control (Hamas and Hezbollah).
• Quote (O’Reilly): “We going to negotiate with terrorists. And that’s what Trump says. If you prop up a Palestinian state, this is a reward to Hamas.” [12:36]
• O’Reilly admits he might handle it differently as president but concludes terrorists currently control the Arab areas around Israel.

6. Trump’s Pursuit of Political Adversaries

[15:30 – 22:47]

• Trump targets Adam Schiff, Letitia James, and James Comey for alleged mortgage fraud and misconduct.
• Relays Trump’s replacements at the Justice Department to accelerate investigations.
• Quote (Trump): “No, Adam Schiff, they have him 100% on mortgage fraud.” [15:48]
• Guest Trent Shores (former U.S. attorney) explains political pressures and legal procedures in federal prosecutions.
• Shores cautions: “A mortgage fraud case, Bill, it’s a white-collar case. These aren’t always quick or swift investigations. They’re document-laden and intensive.” [17:58]
• O’Reilly asserts presidential interest can accelerate or stall investigations, sometimes resulting in firings.

7. Polls on Charlie Kirk’s Killing and Partisan Divides

[24:14 – 26:10]

• O'Reilly reviews polling on the political murder of Charlie Kirk:
  • 62% see Kirk as peacefully debating; 26% say his murder was “tragic but understandable.”
  • Liberal vs. conservative perceptions of Kirk’s rhetoric.
• Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez criticizes Trump’s record on the economy, accusing him of dishonesty.
• O’Reilly fact-checks her claims about unemployment and inflation: unemployment is about the same; grocery prices are up.

8. Public Trust: Economy, Crime, and Immigration

[26:05 – 28:27]

• Cites Washington Post poll: More Americans trust Republicans on the economy (39%), crime (44%), and immigration (42%) over Democrats.
• O’Reilly analyzes these as vulnerabilities for Democrats in upcoming elections.

9. Media, Public Broadcasting, and Funding

[28:27 – 29:05]

• Discusses left-leaning philanthropists funding public broadcasting after Trump administration cuts; supports this over taxpayer funding.

10. Trump’s Approval Ratings and the Economy

[29:21 – 31:56]

• Reuters: Trump job approval at 41%, disapproval at 58%. Approval on economy even lower.
• However, Republicans still seen as better able to manage the economy, crime, and immigration.

11. Ukraine, Mexico, and International Affairs

[32:02 – 33:10]

• O’Reilly notes major violence in Mexico (200,000 murders in five years) and lack of cooperation with U.S.
• Discusses unconfirmed Ukrainian attacks on Russian oil refineries—signals ongoing volatility.

12. Political Violence and Congressional Resolution

[33:10 – 34:55]

• Reviews House resolution condemning Charlie Kirk’s assassination; all Republicans, most Democrats support, but 58 Democrats did not.
• Ocasio-Cortez offers a forceful critique of Kirk on civil rights and alleged antisemitism.
• O’Reilly fact-checks her claims, finding them mostly false or lacking substantiation.

13. Free Speech, FCC, and Media Bias

[34:55 – 36:49]

• Discusses ongoing controversies around late-night hosts (Kimmel, Colbert), FCC regulation, and the absence of conservative voices in mainstream media.
• O’Reilly argues this “blackout” violates the intent of public airwaves:
  • Quote (O’Reilly): “Is the public interest…served by a total blackout of all the networks, CNN, no conservative or traditional voice can appear on their air?” [35:32]

14. Notable Book Recommendation

[37:00 – end]

• Highlights Leland Vittert’s upcoming book and related NewsNation documentary on overcoming autism.

Notable Quotes & Moments

• Bill O’Reilly, on Trump’s speech and the U.N.:
  “You can just see Trump just reinforces his opinion that the entire United nations thing is amateur hour… He has no use for this crew at all.” [00:46]
• President Trump, on U.N. effectiveness:
  “It’s not even coming close to living up to that potential.” [04:31]
• O’Reilly, on European NATO countries buying Russian oil:
  “That’s a scandal. I would have mentioned those countries if I were Donald Trump, because they are enabling Putin to continue his murderous spree.” [06:36]
• Trent Shores, on removal of US attorneys:
  “You serve at the pleasure of the President… That is a power that the President enjoys… He can give direction.” [16:57]
• Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, criticizing Trump:
  “He lied. Yeah, he lied.” [26:09]
• Bill O’Reilly, on FCC and media bias:
  “Is the public interest…served by a total blackout of all the networks, CNN, no conservative or traditional voice can appear on their air?” [35:30]

Timestamps for Key Segments

• President Trump UN Speech Recap: 00:42 – 04:51
• Ukraine, Energy, and Russia: 05:37 – 06:31
• European Crime & Migration: 07:24 – 07:55
• Global Warming/Energy Policy: 08:23 – 08:47
• Palestinian Statehood Reality Check: 12:17 – 13:55
• Trump’s Political Retaliation and DOJ: 15:30 – 22:47
• Charlie Kirk Murder Poll: 24:14 – 25:35
• Ocasio-Cortez Critique and Fact Check: 25:45 – 26:10
• Public Trust in Parties (Economy/Crime): 26:05 – 28:27
• Public Broadcasting Funding: 28:27 – 29:05
• Trump Approval/Economic Numbers: 29:21 – 31:56
• Mexico/Ukraine International News: 32:02 – 33:10
• Charlie Kirk Resolution & AOC’s Claims: 34:55 – 35:56
• FCC, Media Bias, Free Speech: 35:57 – 36:49
• Leland Vittert Book Recommendation: 37:00 – 37:50

Final Notes

Bill O’Reilly maintains his signature direct, fact-checking approach. He is particularly interested in the intersection of media, politics, and fairness. This episode stands out for its attention to President Trump's foreign policy, the politicization of justice, and critical discussions about media bias and public discourse. O’Reilly balances critique, fact-checking, and occasional cultural and book recommendations, aiming to equip his audience with facts “without spin.”