O'Reilly Update Morning Edition, March 24, 2026

Summary

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Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis

Episode: O'Reilly Update Morning Edition

Date: March 24, 2026

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Episode Overview

This Morning Edition of Bill O’Reilly’s podcast centers on the recent death of former FBI chief Robert Mueller and President Trump’s blunt reaction to the news. O’Reilly offers his analysis of Mueller's legacy, the aftermath of the 2016 Russian collusion investigation, and Trump’s reaction, while also reflecting on public sentiment toward controversial figures.

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Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. President Trump’s Reaction to Robert Mueller’s Death

• O’Reilly opens by reporting the news: Robert Mueller, former FBI chief and special counsel, has died at 81.
• President Trump’s reaction is quoted and discussed:
  • Trump, quoted:
    • "I'm glad he's dead. He can no longer hurt innocent people." (00:36)
  • O’Reilly describes Trump’s comment as “tough analysis, no question.”

2. Mueller’s Role and Legacy

• O’Reilly provides context on Mueller’s notoriety:
  • Mueller served as Special Counsel for the 2016 Russian collusion investigation concerning alleged collaboration between the Trump campaign and Russia during the presidential election.
  • O’Reilly asserts that, by all accounts, Mueller’s team “put the Trump family through hell.” (00:54)
  • He notes that the final report “exonerated the Trumps,” but faults Mueller for failing to clearly address what O’Reilly calls the “incredible dishonesty of Hillary Clinton’s campaign and FBI Chief James Comey.” (01:05)

3. The Nature of Public Perception and Belief

• O’Reilly shares his perspective on how public opinion forms:
  • "The truism that people believe what they want to believe applies to the saga of Robert Mueller." (01:18)
• He comments on Mueller’s personal motivations:
  • "He very much wanted to destroy the political career of President Trump, but simply could not find a way. However, Mueller tried his damnedest to deliver." (01:25)

4. Speaking Ill of the Dead

• O’Reilly acknowledges the controversial nature of Trump’s statement about Mueller:
  • "Speaking ill of the dead is not generally noble, but I certainly understand President Trump's sentiment." (01:34)
  • He draws a personal link, revealing similar feelings toward people who have attacked his own family:
    • "My family has also been attacked by venal people. I will not be unhappy when they depart this earth." (01:40)

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Notable Quotes and Memorable Moments

• Donald Trump (as quoted by O’Reilly), 00:36:
  "I'm glad he's dead. He can no longer hurt innocent people."

• Bill O’Reilly, 01:18:
  "The truism that people believe what they want to believe applies to the saga of Robert Mueller."

• Bill O’Reilly, 01:25:
  "He very much wanted to destroy the political career of President Trump, but simply could not find a way. However, Mueller tried his damnedest to deliver."

• Bill O’Reilly, 01:40:
  "My family has also been attacked by venal people. I will not be unhappy when they depart this earth."

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Timestamps for Important Segments

• 00:32: O’Reilly begins commentary on Mueller’s death and Trump’s reaction.
• 00:36: Trump’s quote on Mueller’s passing.
• 00:54: Recap of the Mueller investigation’s impact on the Trump family.
• 01:18: O’Reilly discusses public perception in contentious political sagas.
• 01:25: O’Reilly asserts Mueller’s motivations.
• 01:34: The ethics of speaking ill of the dead.
• 01:40: O’Reilly references his own personal experiences.

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Tone and Language

• Direct and candid, consistent with O'Reilly's "No Spin" brand.
• Critical of Mueller and supportive of Trump’s frustrations.
• Personal and reflective in tone, especially when connecting broader public issues to his own experiences.

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Note:
Non-content segments (such as advertisements and promos) have been omitted in this summary. The focus remains on Bill O’Reilly’s analysis regarding the death of Robert Mueller and its political and personal repercussions.

Transcript

[A]

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[B]

Let's go, Grandpa.

[A]

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[C]

Bill O'Reilly here, and I'm warming up. Standby for the O'Reilly update. Morning edition. On this Tuesday, the death of former FBI chief Robert Mueller at 81 stimulated President Trump to say, quote, I'm glad he's dead. He can no longer hurt innocent people. Tough analysis, no question. Mueller was a special counsel in charge of investigating the 2016 Russian collusion case where the Trump campaign allegedly worked with Putin's stooges to influence the presidential election. By all accounts, Mueller's staff put the Trump family through hell. And then in the final report that exonerated the Trumps failed to spell out the incredible dishonesty of Hillary Clinton's campaign and FBI Chief James Comey. The truism that people believe what they want to believe applies to the saga of Robert Mueller. He very much wanted to destroy the political career of President Trump, but simply could not find a way. However, Mueller tried his damnedest to deliver. Speaking ill of the dead is not generally noble, but I certainly understand President Trump's sentiment. My family has also been attacked by venal people. I will not be unhappy when they depart this earth. Back in a moment.

[B]

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[C]

that is the Morning O'Reilly update. More analysis later on.