Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis: Weekend Edition – April 19, 2025

Host: Bill O'Reilly
Release Date: April 19, 2025
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1. International Trade and U.S.-China Relations

Speaker: Eric Bolling
Guests: Kevin Hassett

The episode kicks off with a robust discussion on the current state of U.S.-China trade relations. Eric Bolling critiques Chinese President Xi Jinping's recent visits to Vietnam, Malaysia, and Cambodia, expressing skepticism about these countries' ability to reciprocate economically. Bolling states:

"If China loses the US Market, and I still believe there's going to be a detente here, it's hosed. It's just screwed because we have the money."
— Eric Bolling [03:08]

Kevin Hassett, a Trump economic adviser, shares his optimism regarding the progress of tariff deals:

"The progress has been astonishing."
— Kevin Hassett [03:52]

Hassett emphasizes his commitment to free-market principles, advocating for minimal governmental interference in markets. He supports the Trump administration's tariff strategy, hoping it will lead to a reduction in global tariffs:

"I really do believe there's going to be a detente here... We have to suffer, and Americans don't want to suffer. That's where we are."
— Kevin Hassett [05:01]

Bolling counters by highlighting the complexities of free markets, especially when dealing with countries imposing their own tariffs:

"Free marketing is really a myth. It isn't free. It isn't free anywhere."
— Eric Bolling [06:10]

The conversation delves into the challenges of enforcing fair trade practices and the potential for China to lose its trade advantages. Bolling suggests that a more gradual approach to tariff implementation might have mitigated market panic, a sentiment Hassett partially agrees with, proposing alternative strategies to encourage China to lower its tariffs through increased U.S. exports of oil and natural gas.

2. Religion and Social Issues in America

Speaker: Robert Barron
Guest Segment: Bishop Robert Barron

Bill O'Reilly introduces Bishop Robert Barron, a prominent Catholic figure known for his "Word on Fire" ministry. The discussion centers on the Church's stance against modern social policies, particularly those related to gender identity and religious liberty.

Barron articulates the Church's opposition to policies that allow gender-affirming treatments for minors without parental consent:

"It's a real ideological struggle because the church stands athwart this very modern sense of everything depends upon freedom... It's beyond absurd, but it's also, it's a deeper moral problem."
— Bishop Robert Barron [13:08]

He emphasizes the importance of organized opposition at the state level, working with governors and state conferences to uphold religious liberties:

"We've been very articulate and clear, I think, in our opposition to this stuff for years... It's precisely a religious liberty free exercise issue."
— Bishop Robert Barron [15:46]

When questioned about the decline in religious affiliation, Barron acknowledges the trend but points to recent signs of revival, especially among young people in Europe:

"There are some hopeful signs, I'd say, in recent years."
— Bishop Robert Barron [21:07]

He criticizes the dominance of secularism and "woke" ideology, asserting that the Church remains a strong counterforce through its teachings and community engagement.

3. Republican National Committee (RNC) Strategies and Leadership

Speakers: Eric Bolling, Lara Trump
Guest: Lara Trump

The focus shifts to internal Republican dynamics, particularly the recent leadership changes within the RNC. Lara Trump discusses her unexpected role as RNC Chair, highlighting the urgency prompted by the 2028 election cycle.

Trump outlines the RNC's strategic pivot to counteract the Democratic advantage in voter mobilization:

"We have to fight fire with fire... We are going to target these people using a bunch of different software and AI technology that perhaps we hadn't had in the past."
— Lara Trump [27:34]

She elaborates on the implementation of aggressive ballot harvesting and voter protection measures to ensure election integrity:

"We will have trained poll watchers... These are people who can actually count the ballots going in, ballots going out, handle them and really assure people that every single legal vote in this country is counted."
— Lara Trump [28:33]

When questioned about competing with the Democratic National Committee's (DNC) robust fundraising and voter outreach, Trump acknowledges the challenge but emphasizes a shift in messaging and grassroots efforts:

"The messaging has to be go vote early for a long time... We are going to hire a lot of people to do that."
— Lara Trump [26:04]

She assures that the RNC is committed to transparency and effective use of funds to support Republican candidates nationwide:

"Ensuring that, that every penny of every dollar goes to the causes that people who donate care about... We've got to expand our lead in the House, take back the Senate and make sure we have America First Patriots running for all these positions."
— Lara Trump [29:32]

4. Conclusion

Bill O'Reilly wraps up the episode by reiterating the No Spin News mission of providing fact-based analysis without bias. He invites listeners to engage further by visiting his website for premium content.

Notable Quotes:

• "Free marketing is really a myth. It isn't free. It isn't free anywhere."
  — Eric Bolling [06:10]

• "It's precisely a religious liberty free exercise issue."
  — Bishop Robert Barron [15:46]

• "If you don't have election integrity, nothing else ultimately matters."
  — Lara Trump [28:33]

This episode of "No Spin News Weekend Edition" delves deep into pressing issues such as international trade tensions between the U.S. and China, the Catholic Church's response to modern social policies, and strategic shifts within the Republican National Committee aiming to bolster their electoral prospects. Through candid discussions and expert insights, the show provides listeners with a comprehensive analysis of the current political and social landscape.

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