Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis

Episode: O'Reilly Update Morning Edition, January 20, 2026
Host: Bill O'Reilly

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On this episode, Bill O’Reilly focuses on escalating tensions around Greenland and its implications for Western security, emphasizing the geopolitical maneuvering between the U.S., Russia, China, and Denmark. He draws a parallel to a recent military negotiation in Panama and discusses the political and public opinion obstacles facing any U.S. military action in Greenland.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Greenland’s Strategic Importance ([00:30])

• O’Reilly highlights the concern over Greenland—an “enormous island under the control of Denmark”—and its limited U.S. military presence.
• The primary worry is that only one U.S. military base is positioned to monitor Russian and Chinese naval movement through the Arctic passage toward North America.
• “President Trump is correct that the enormous island under the control of Denmark is not helping security in the USA.” (Bill O’Reilly, [00:36])

2. U.S.-Denmark Relations & Possible Deals ([01:05])

• O’Reilly suggests that diplomatic deals, rather than aggressive military posturing, could enhance U.S. security interests, referencing his own conversations with President Trump.
• He draws a historical comparison with Panama, where the threat of U.S. military involvement led to a negotiated deal concerning the canal—“that benefited both countries.”

3. Risks of Military Action & Political Calculations ([01:30])

• O‘Reilly warns against inserting U.S. troops into Greenland without a formal agreement. He believes such a move would hand Putin justification for aggression, similar to the rationale used for the invasion of Ukraine.
• “Inserting US troops into Greenland without a treaty would provide the murderous Putin with cover…” (Bill O’Reilly, [01:34])
• He stresses this is the same “national security” argument used by President Trump for control over Greenland.

4. Public Opinion and Electoral Dynamics ([01:45])

• There’s strong emphasis on the lack of American public support for military action in Greenland, particularly as the midterm election approaches.
• Citing recent polling: “just 9% of the American population supports military action.”
• O’Reilly calls for restraint: “We need some calm in this situation.” ([02:09])

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On U.S. strategy:
  “Deals can be made with the Danes. It’s similar to Panama one year ago when Mr. Trump saber rattled that American troops might have to run the canal. Didn’t happen because Panama made a deal with the USA and that benefited both countries.”
  — Bill O’Reilly ([01:08])

• On the risks of action:
  “Inserting US troops into Greenland without a treaty would provide the murderous Putin with cover. As you know, his justification for invading Ukraine is Russian national security.”
  — Bill O’Reilly ([01:34])

• On American sentiment:
  “The American people will not support a military move against the Danish territory as the midterm election looms. All the polls show that. In one poll, just 9% of the American population supports military action.”
  — Bill O’Reilly ([01:50])

• Call for calm:
  “We need some calm in this situation.”
  — Bill O’Reilly ([02:09])

Important Segment Timestamps

• [00:30–02:14]: Core geopolitical commentary—Greenland situation, historical parallels, risks, and opinion polling.

Summary

In today’s tight, fact-focused episode, Bill O’Reilly addresses a shifting international security landscape as U.S. attention turns to Greenland. He not only analyzes President Trump’s approach and the historical context (Panama negotiations) but also emphasizes the political and popular obstacles to military escalation, ultimately advocating for diplomacy and caution as the world watches.