Summary of "Senate Votes on Rescissions Bill, Surge in ICE Attacks, Former Detective Bo Dietl on the NYPD’s Decline & the Latest on the Epstein Files"
Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis
Host: Bill O'Reilly
Release Date: July 17, 2025
1. Introduction and Media Landscape
Bill O'Reilly opens the episode by highlighting the week’s media engagements, including appearances on Piers Morgan Show and Hannity Radio Program. He emphasizes the recurring issue of mainstream media's repetitive coverage, using the Epstein case as a prime example.
"One of the things that's annoying is that the television news in particular does the same story over and over and over and over again. And Epstein is a great example of that."
[00:00]
2. Federal Budget Cuts and Political Divides
O'Reilly discusses the ongoing battle over federal budget cuts, contrasting the Republican push to eliminate $9 billion more with the Democratic reluctance to reduce spending, highlighting the burgeoning national debt.
"The Democratic Party doesn't want to cut anything. They're fine with a $36 trillion debt. They want to raise the debt."
[04:20]
He criticizes Democrats for opposing budget cuts and Republicans' efforts to control the debt, noting the internal conflicts within the GOP regarding the extent of permissible debt increases.
"The Republicans have gone along passing a law that raises the debt by 2 trillion. That was what the real conservative far right Republicans objected to. But 2 trillion is a lot better than 8 trillion."
[05:15]
3. PBS and NPR Funding Controversy
A significant portion of the episode focuses on the proposed defunding of PBS and NPR, which O'Reilly argues are biased towards the Democratic Party and liberal causes. He anticipates the bill passing in the Senate with a 51-50 vote, relying on Vice President Vance's tiebreaker.
"PBS and NPR are a disgrace... They are promoting the Democratic Party and liberal causes."
[07:40]
O'Reilly cites a PBS documentary, "Trump's Power and the Rule of Law," to demonstrate perceived anti-Trump bias, criticizing the limited airtime given to pro-Trump viewpoints.
"They spent two minutes and 18 seconds promoting Trump's point of view. Out of one hour and 22 minutes, 82 minutes, two minutes, 18 seconds."
[09:05]
4. Far-Left vs. Far-Right Extremism
O'Reilly addresses the debate on whether the far-left or far-right harbors more extremists. He responds to a viewer's question by asserting that urban areas dominated by elected leftists have a higher concentration of extremists compared to far-right groups.
"I say the far left because of the urban situation... They're run by leftists who are elected. So I think there are more far left loons than are in this country than far right loons."
[10:10]
He criticizes figures like Marjorie Taylor Greene, labeling them as "far right poster gals for extremism," and discusses the implications of their actions on national security and foreign policy.
5. Surge in ICE Attacks
O'Reilly reports a dramatic increase in assaults on ICE agents, citing a 700% surge as per the Department of Homeland Security. He attributes this rise to far-left politicians inciting violence against law enforcement.
"Attacks on ICE spiked 700%... The reason is that far left politicians are inciting this violence."
[11:25]
6. Guest Segment: Former Detective Bo Dietl on NYPD’s Decline
Bo Dietl, a retired NYPD detective and actor, joins the discussion to provide insights into the decline of the New York City Police Department. He shares his experiences and frustrations with the current state of law enforcement, emphasizing the impact of defunding and legislative changes on police effectiveness.
"This is the George Floyd effect... Defund the police. Now you have in New York State... the city council... taken away every aspect of what the police officers can do."
[15:31]
Dietl highlights issues such as repeated adjournments in court cases involving assaults on police officers, which undermine trust and safety within the community.
"Their case was adjourned for the 19th time... This is coming up on two years now. They will not put these thugs in court."
[17:01]
He also discusses the challenges of recruiting and retaining experienced officers, the demoralizing effect of constant legal challenges, and the overall degradation of the justice system for law enforcement.
"More police officers in New York City are retiring than ever before. They can't recruit people to come on to the New York City Police Department."
[22:30]
7. Epstein Files Update
O'Reilly touches briefly on the Epstein investigation, expressing frustration over the lack of progress and President Trump's desire to move past the issue. He mentions Attorney General Pam Bondi's stance and the defeat of a bill aimed at compelling the Justice Department to release more information.
"A bill introduced to the House by Ro Khanna... would compel the Justice Department to release whatever they have about Epstein. It got defeated by one vote."
[26:13]
8. Decline of Network Television
The discussion shifts to the declining viewership of major network TV channels (NBC, CBS, ABC), attributing their fall to perceived liberal biases and the rise of streaming platforms like YouTube.
"For the first time in history, Americans have stopped watching NBC, CBS TV and ABC. That's network TV."
[26:49]
O'Reilly presents statistics showing the shift in consumer habits, with streaming becoming the dominant mode of entertainment consumption.
9. Quality of Life Rankings and Historical References
O'Reilly reviews CNBC’s evaluation of the best states for quality of life, critiquing the rankings and highlighting the political leanings of the top-ranked states.
"Best quality of life state is Vermont. Bernie Sanders. Ben and Jerry's."
[28:15]
He also commemorates the anniversary of JFK Jr.'s tragic plane crash, reflecting on the persistent tragedies within the Kennedy family.
"Since 1944, 22 members of the Kennedy family have died prematurely... This is a spin into the toilet bowl for America across this country."
[30:00]
10. Book Recommendations and Final Thoughts
Concluding the episode, O'Reilly recommends two books: one on Vladimir Putin by Josh Hammer, focusing on Putin's violent past, and another on Clint Eastwood by Shawn Levy, celebrating Eastwood's multifaceted career.
"I enjoyed the book, but you gotta like Eastwood. It's like 400 pages long."
[34:50]
He underscores the importance of understanding influential figures and their impacts on society.
Notable Quotes with Timestamps
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On Media Repetition:
"The television news... does the same story over and over and over... Epstein is a great example of that."
[00:00] -
On Federal Debt:
"The Democratic Party doesn't want to cut anything. They're fine with a $36 trillion debt."
[04:20] -
On Defunding PBS and NPR:
"PBS and NPR are a disgrace... They are promoting the Democratic Party and liberal causes."
[07:40] -
On ICE Attacks:
"Attacks on ICE spiked 700%... The reason is that far left politicians are inciting this violence."
[11:25] -
Bo Dietl on NYPD Challenges:
"This is the George Floyd effect... Defund the police... taken away every aspect of what the police officers can do."
[15:31] -
On Network TV Decline:
"For the first time in history, Americans have stopped watching NBC, CBS TV and ABC."
[26:49] -
On Quality of Life Rankings:
"Best quality of life state is Vermont. Bernie Sanders. Ben and Jerry's."
[28:15]
Conclusion
In this episode, Bill O'Reilly delves into pressing political and social issues, critiquing mainstream media bias, discussing significant legislative battles over federal budgeting and public broadcasting funding, and examining the decline of law enforcement efficacy through the insights of Bo Dietl. O'Reilly also touches on the shifting landscape of media consumption and reflects on historical tragedies, all while providing his perspective on maintaining national security and upholding conservative values. The discussion is enriched with sharp critiques, personal anecdotes, and pointed commentary, offering listeners a comprehensive analysis of the current state of American politics and society.