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O'Reilly Update Morning Edition: September 2, 2025

Host: Bill O'Reilly
Published: October 2, 2025

Overview of the Episode

In this concise Morning Edition, Bill O’Reilly discusses the Department of Justice’s investigation into George Soros, the billionaire financier and philanthropist. O’Reilly analyzes the legal and political ramifications of the probe, highlights Soros’s political influence, and shares his perspective on Soros’s controversial donations to left-wing causes and officials.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

DOJ Scrutiny of George Soros

• Justice Department Investigation: O'Reilly reports that the DOJ is exploring possible criminal activity by 95-year-old George Soros, specifically the theory that Soros donated money to radical leftist groups linked to violence.

• Potential Charges: If charged, Soros could potentially face prosecution under RICO statutes for allegedly funding criminal enterprises.

• Legal Hurdles: O'Reilly notes that Soros’s lawyers deny wrongdoing and says proving such a case would be very difficult.

  "This would be a very difficult case to prove. But George has powerful enemies in Washington right now." — Bill O'Reilly [00:27]

Profile of George Soros

• Background: Soros, born in Hungary, is an American citizen. Forbes estimates his wealth at $7.5 billion; he is said to have donated around $15 billion, mainly to "far left groups."

• Political Contributions: Soros’s $500,000 donation to Joe Biden’s presidential campaign is cited as the largest Biden received.

• Charitable Giving: O’Reilly acknowledges that Soros has also contributed substantial sums to children’s charities.

  "To be fair, the record shows that George Soros has also given substantial money to children's charities." — Bill O'Reilly [00:47]

Soros’s Political Impact

• Influence on District Attorneys: O’Reilly points out that Soros has funded campaigns for "radical DAs" such as Kim Foxx (Chicago), Larry Krasner (Philadelphia), and George Gascón (Los Angeles).

• Crime Policy Critique: According to O’Reilly, these DAs have "allowed violent crime to surge" in their jurisdictions due to soft-on-crime policies.

  "The political Soros money has done substantial damage to America. He's funded radical DAs like Kim Fox in Chicago, Larry Krasner in Philadelphia, George Gaston in Los Angeles. These people have allowed violent crime to surge." — Bill O'Reilly [01:01]

O’Reilly’s Perspective & Longtime Coverage

• O’Reilly mentions that he’s been reporting on Soros for decades and admits he still cannot understand Soros's motivation for supporting certain policies and candidates.

  "I've been reporting on Soros for three decades. Still can't figure out why he wants soft on crime policies as well as anti capitalist politicians. But he does. No question." — Bill O'Reilly [01:14]

• O’Reilly distinguishes between legal and political actions, stating Soros’s choices are not crimes but notes a criminal referral, if made, will nonetheless harm Soros.

  "However, that's not a crime, but a criminal referral will hurt him. Will it happen? Good chance." — Bill O'Reilly [01:24]

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Legal Complexity:

  "This would be a very difficult case to prove. But George has powerful enemies in Washington right now." — Bill O'Reilly [00:27]

• On Soros’s Mixed Legacy:

  "To be fair, the record shows that George Soros has also given substantial money to children's charities." — Bill O'Reilly [00:47]

• On Political Damage:

  "The political Soros money has done substantial damage to America." — Bill O'Reilly [01:01]

• On Motivation:

  "Still can't figure out why he wants soft on crime policies as well as anti capitalist politicians. But he does. No question." — Bill O'Reilly [01:14]

• On the Impact of a Criminal Referral:

  "A criminal referral will hurt him. Will it happen? Good chance." — Bill O'Reilly [01:24]

Timestamps for Key Segments

• DOJ Investigation and RICO Discussion: [00:02–00:40]
• Soros’s Donations: Political and Charitable: [00:40–00:55]
• DA Funding and Crime Surge Allegations: [00:56–01:13]
• O’Reilly’s Long-term Coverage & Final Assessment: [01:13–01:28]

Episode Tone

Direct, skeptical, and analytical, O’Reilly maintains his “No Spin” persona, using strong language to characterize Soros’s influence and intentions while acknowledging complexity and fairness regarding Soros's charitable contributions.

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