Episode Overview

Podcast: Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis
Episode: The O'Reilly Update, February 26, 2026
Host: Bill O'Reilly
News Segment Host: Mike Slater
Main Theme:
This episode focuses on top headlines in the US, including international incidents, educational leadership scandals, political controversies, commentary on migrant crime, and a historical reflection on the Volkswagen Beetle’s Nazi origins. Bill O’Reilly provides his analysis, reader mail commentary, and a “Something You Might Not Know” segment, all in his signature direct, analytical, and no-nonsense tone.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Headline News with Mike Slater

(00:10 – 03:02)

Cuban Coast Guard Incident

• Summary: Cuban Interior Ministry admitted that a Cuban Coast Guard vessel fired on a US-registered speedboat, resulting in four American deaths and six injuries. Cubans claim the Americans shot first, wounding a Cuban commander.
• US Reaction: Florida’s Attorney General pledges a thorough investigation, stating "the Cuban government cannot be trusted."
  • Quote (00:36):
    “We will do everything in our power to hold these Communists accountable.” – Florida Attorney General (reported by Mike Slater)

LA Superintendent Federal Raids

• Summary: Federal agents raided the Los Angeles Unified School District superintendent’s home and office, possibly tied to controversial contracts with an AI chatbot provider. The superintendent’s prior financial impropriety in Miami-Dade is noted.
  • Quote (01:13):
    “He was quietly run out of the Miami Dade system after the appearance of financial impropriety.” – Mike Slater

Dr. Casey Means Surgeon General Confirmation Hearing

• Summary: Trump’s nominee, Dr. Casey Means, testified before the Senate. She affirmed support for vaccines but advocated for decisions via doctor-patient conversations, stopping short of endorsing mandatory measles/flu shots for children.
  • Quote (01:51):
    “She believes vaccines save lives, but stopped short of encouraging mothers to have their kids vaccinated against the measles and the flu. She said it was a matter for conversation and informed consent between doctors and patients.” – Mike Slater

President’s Comments on Ilhan Omar & Rashida Tlaib

• Summary: Following a vocal protest by Congresswomen Omar and Tlaib at the State of the Union, the President posted on Truth Social with harsh, inflammatory language, suggesting they be “sent back” due to their conduct.
  • Quote (02:22):
    “They had the bulging, bloodshot eyes of crazy people, lunatics, mentally deranged and sick ... We should send them back to where they came from as fast as possible.” – President Trump (read by Mike Slater)

2. Bill O’Reilly’s Message of the Day: Migrant Crime

(03:33 – 06:00)

Migrant Crime Debate

• O’Reilly addresses Trump’s recent focus on undocumented migrant crime and rebuts the common Democratic retort that “migrants commit crimes at a lower rate than citizens.”
• Key Arguments:
  • O’Reilly disputes the accuracy of those statistics and criticizes sanctuary state data omissions.
  • He presents vivid examples from San Francisco (Honduran drug trafficking) and Minnesota (Somali welfare fraud) to argue that law enforcement is effectively hamstrung by liberal policies.
  • Quote (03:48):
    “Why would any country accept criminal activity from foreign nationals who have no legal right to be in that country in the first place? That’s nuts.” – Bill O’Reilly
  • Quote (04:40):
    “The drug trafficking in San Francisco, an enormous problem, is controlled by Honduran illegal aliens. Not only does the city fail to prosecute most drug dealers, the state of California will not cooperate with federal law enforcement to even arrest the Honduran pushers.” – Bill O’Reilly

3. Listener Mailbag

(06:01 – 08:25)

Responses & Reactions

• Trump’s State of the Union Speech
  • A military vet praised Trump’s speech for its pomp and patriotism:
    • Quote (06:38):
      “I think this is not only Trump’s best speech, but one of the greatest in my lifetime as a military vet ... awarding the two Medals of Honor, Medal of Freedom, Purple Heart while honoring the men’s gold medal winning hockey team was about as epic as it gets.” – Listener “Bud”
• Cost of Living and Stock Market
  • Comment about the disconnect between strong stock markets and everyday Americans’ struggles with living expenses.
• California Leadership
  • A Californian laments Gavin Newsom’s management, agreeing California is a “disaster.”
• De Niro & Anti-Trump Rhetoric
  • Listener thanks O’Reilly for highlighting threats from anti-Trump activists.
• Women’s Hockey Team Snub
  • O’Reilly chides the team for declining the State of the Union invitation, suggesting they need to “grow up”—Trump’s remarks were “a joke.”
  • Quote (08:16):
    “Well, then they need to grow up. Trump made a joke. Okay, grow up.” – Bill O’Reilly

4. Something You Might Not Know: Volkswagen’s Nazi Roots

(08:28 – 10:10)

The Volkswagen Beetle’s History

• Origins: In 1936, Adolf Hitler conceived the “people’s car” for mass German consumption, commissioning Ferdinand Porsche.
• WWII Era: The VW factory switched to war production, using forced/slave labor, including concentration camp inmates.
  • Quote (08:44):
    “During this period, the plant utilized more than 15,000 slave workers, concentration camp inmates, prisoners of war, foreign civilians and mostly Jewish people.” – Bill O’Reilly
• Postwar Acknowledgement:
  • After WWII, German car companies underwent “de-Nazification” and some have paid reparations.
• Interesting Fact:
  • VW’s role repeated among other major auto manufacturers like Mercedes, BMW, Audi.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “We will do everything in our power to hold these Communists accountable.” – Florida Attorney General (00:54, as reported by Mike Slater)
• “That’s nuts… Why would any country accept criminal activity from foreign nationals who have no legal right to be in that country in the first place?” – Bill O’Reilly (03:48)
• “The drug trafficking in San Francisco… is controlled by Honduran illegal aliens.” – Bill O’Reilly (04:40)
• “They had the bulging, bloodshot eyes of crazy people, lunatics… We should send them back to where they came from as fast as possible.” – President Trump, read by Mike Slater (02:22)
• “Well, then they need to grow up. Trump made a joke. Okay, grow up.” – Bill O’Reilly (08:16)

Timestamps for Major Segments

• Headline News (with Mike Slater): 00:09 – 03:02
• O’Reilly’s Message of the Day (Migrant Crime): 03:33 – 06:00
• Listener Mailbag: 06:01 – 08:25
• ‘Something You Might Not Know’ (VW Beetle’s History): 08:28 – 10:10

Tone & Language

The language throughout is direct, at times combative, and in keeping with Bill O’Reilly’s “no spin” branding. Mike Slater adopts a neutral but serious news delivery, while O’Reilly himself applies his usual skepticism and critical analysis, particularly on political and crime-related topics.

This summary provides a clear breakdown of the significant discussions and context, along with quotes and timestamps for listeners who want to jump to a particular segment.