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Episode: The Iran Strikes, Backlash From the Left, Pakistan Nominates Trump for a Nobel Peace Prize & Bernie Goldberg Weighs in on Trump’s Actions
Release Date: June 24, 2025

1. Iran's Missile Strikes on U.S. Bases

Timestamp: [00:00 – 10:34]

Bill O’Reilly opens the episode by addressing the recent missile strikes launched by Iran against U.S. bases in the Middle East. He emphasizes that these actions were anticipated, attributing them to the desperate attempts by Iranian leadership to "save face" amid internal instability and economic woes. O’Reilly asserts confidence in Iran’s limited military capacity, stating:

“Iran right now, I could be wrong and if I am, I will correct myself immediately. But right now there's a few missiles being lobbed over. Pentagon was prepared for it.”
— [02:15] Bill O'Reilly

O’Reilly outlines the genesis of the conflict, focusing on President Donald Trump’s decision to withdraw from the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, initially brokered by Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton. He criticizes the deal as a "bribe," highlighting the $1.7 billion in frozen assets and the covert delivery of $400 million to Iran. According to O’Reilly, Trump’s transactional approach led to increased nuclear enrichment by Iran once the U.S. exit destabilized the agreement.

2. Trump's Withdrawal from the Iran Nuclear Deal

Timestamp: [06:50 – 10:34]

O’Reilly delves deeper into Trump's rationale for exiting the nuclear deal, presenting Trump’s own statements to justify the move. He quotes Trump, explaining:

“In the years since the deal was reached, Iran's military budget has grown by almost 40%. After the sanctions were lifted, the dictatorship used its new funds to build nuclear capable missiles, support terrorism, cause havoc.”
— [08:45] Bill O'Reilly

He argues that the Obama administration's deal was insufficient in curbing Iran's nuclear ambitions and criticizes its effectiveness. O’Reilly maintains that Trump's decisive action was necessary to prevent Iran from advancing toward nuclear capabilities, especially in the wake of escalating tensions and attacks by Iran-backed groups like Hamas and Hezbollah.

3. Backlash from the Left and Calls for Impeachment

Timestamp: [10:34 – 19:05]

The episode shifts focus to the political fallout from Trump’s actions, highlighting the intense backlash from Democratic figures and the progressive wing of the Republican Party. O’Reilly criticizes prominent Democrats, including Congresswomen Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Chuck Schumer, for their calls to impeach Trump under the War Powers Act. He points out perceived hypocrisy by drawing parallels to past Democratic interventions:

“1998, President Clinton bombs Afghanistan... 1999, President Clinton bombs Kosovo... President Obama bombs Libya...”
— [07:30] Bill O'Reilly

O’Reilly quotes Chuck Schumer demanding enforcement of the War Powers Act, suggesting that Schumer’s stance is politically motivated rather than rooted in genuine national security concerns:

“We must enforce the War Powers act. And I'm urging Leader Thune to put it on the Senate floor immediately.”
— [09:05] Chuck Schumer (as quoted by Bill O'Reilly)

He condemns these actions as attempts to "undermine the commander in chief" and labels such politicians as hypocritical and out of touch with effective national security strategies.

4. Pakistan Nominates Trump for Nobel Peace Prize

Timestamp: [18:00 – 23:14]

O’Reilly brings to light an underreported story where Pakistan has nominated President Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize. He attributes this nomination to Trump’s role in de-escalating tensions between India and Pakistan following a terror attack in Kashmir that resulted in significant casualties. O’Reilly notes:

“Pakistan is nominating President Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize... Trump stepped in and calmed it down.”
— [19:05] Bill O'Reilly

He underscores Trump's diplomatic efforts in preventing further conflict, portraying him as a peacemaker on the international stage. This recognition contrasts sharply with the negative portrayals by his political adversaries in the United States.

5. Interview with Bernard Goldberg on Trump's Actions

Timestamp: [19:05 – 31:01]

Bill O’Reilly engages in a substantive conversation with Bernard Goldberg, a reputed opinion journalist, to further dissect Trump's policies and their implications on Iran relations.

Bernard Goldberg’s Perspective:

Goldberg expresses strong support for Trump’s decision to confront Iran, emphasizing the need to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons:

“Trump did the right thing. Iran was never going to voluntarily give up their nuclear program... Donald Trump was different from all the others, and he showed them how different he was.”
— [19:18] Bernard Goldberg

He criticizes the isolationist stance within the Republican Party, drawing parallels to the progressive wing of the Democratic Party, suggesting that both advocate for disengagement at the expense of global security.

“They’re saying, 'If they use it against Israel and kill millions, not our problem. America first. Not our problem.'”
— [23:22] Bernard Goldberg

O’Reilly and Goldberg discuss the ethical and strategic necessity of maintaining pressure on Iran to prevent nuclear proliferation. Goldberg underscores the moral imperative to act against regimes that pose existential threats:

“You have to stop that. You have to stop that. And that's what Donald Trump did.”
— [24:36] Bernard Goldberg

Bill O’Reilly’s Analysis:

O’Reilly further criticizes political figures like Chuck Schumer and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez for their opposition to Trump’s actions, labeling their efforts as politically motivated attacks rather than genuine concerns for national security.

“My producer picked it up. Bill O’Reilly here. I recently sat down with President Trump in Florida... Bernard Goldberg”, he asserts, emphasizing the bipartisan support among Republicans for Trump’s policies despite Democratic opposition.

6. Public Perception and the "Bubble" Phenomenon

Timestamp: [26:20 – 31:01]

In his concluding segments, O’Reilly shares a personal anecdote about being at a party during the missile strikes, observing that many attendees were indifferent or unaware of the gravity of the situation. He attributes this to a broader societal issue where a significant portion of the population is disconnected from critical global events, living in their "own created world."

“50% of the people at the party cared about this and 50% did not. They live in a bubble. The bubble does not include information.”
— [30:00] Bill O'Reilly

He criticizes the lack of awareness and engagement among the public, suggesting that media and political distractions contribute to this detachment. O’Reilly underscores the importance of informed citizenship for national security and democratic accountability.

Conclusion

Throughout the episode, Bill O’Reilly presents a strong defense of President Trump’s foreign policy decisions, particularly concerning Iran. He critiques the Democratic Party and progressive Republicans for their opposition, labeling it as politically driven and hypocritical. The discussion with Bernard Goldberg reinforces the stance that Trump's actions are necessary for preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear capabilities and maintaining global stability. Additionally, O’Reilly highlights the public’s disconnect from significant geopolitical events, urging for greater awareness and informed discourse.

Notable Quotes:

• Bill O'Reilly on Iran's Missile Capacity:
  “Iran right now, I could be wrong and if I am, I will correct myself immediately. But right now there's a few missiles being lobbed over. Pentagon was prepared for it.”
  — [02:15]

• Trump’s Statement on Nuclear Budget:
  “In the years since the deal was reached, Iran's military budget has grown by almost 40%. After the sanctions were lifted, the dictatorship used its new funds to build nuclear capable missiles, support terrorism, cause havoc.”
  — [08:45]

• Chuck Schumer on War Powers Act:
  “We must enforce the War Powers act. And I'm urging Leader Thune to put it on the Senate floor immediately.”
  — [09:05]

• Bernard Goldberg on Trump’s Right Action:
  “Trump did the right thing. Iran was never going to voluntarily give up their nuclear program... Donald Trump was different from all the others, and he showed them how different he was.”
  — [19:18]

• Bernard Goldberg on Isolationism:
  “They’re saying, 'If they use it against Israel and kill millions, not our problem. America first. Not our problem.'”
  — [23:22]

• Bill O’Reilly on Public Indifference:
  “50% of the people at the party cared about this and 50% did not. They live in a bubble. The bubble does not include information.”
  — [30:00]

This comprehensive summary captures the essence of the podcast episode, detailing Bill O’Reilly’s analysis of the Iran strikes, the political backlash from the left, Pakistan’s nomination of Trump for a Nobel Peace Prize, and the insightful conversation with Bernard Goldberg. The inclusion of direct quotes with timestamps provides authenticity and allows readers to reference specific parts of the discussion.