Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis
Episode Summary: The O'Reilly Update, July 21, 2025
On the July 21, 2025 episode of Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis, host Bill O’Reilly delivers a comprehensive overview of the latest news, insightful commentary, and historical reflections. The episode is structured into several key segments, each addressing significant national and international issues, listener interactions, and a retrospective look at a pivotal moment in American political history.
Main News with Mike Slater
1. Allegations of Election Interference by Tulsi Gabbard
Mike Slater opens the segment by discussing explosive claims made by Tulsi Gabbard, the current Director of National Intelligence. Gabbard released over a hundred pages of documents alleging that the Obama administration orchestrated efforts to undermine President Trump’s 2016 election victory. According to Gabbard, the intelligence community was directed to emphasize Russian interference in the election, even when evidence was scant. She stated:
“No matter how powerful, every person involved in this conspiracy must be investigated and prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. The integrity of our democratic republic depends on it.”
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Gabbard has handed over all related documents to the Department of Justice for criminal referrals, asserting that this evidence reveals a seditious plot to usurp the presidency and the will of the American people. Stephen Miller echoed her sentiments, highlighting the depth of the alleged coup against the republic and warning of the extreme measures taken by those seeking to maintain illegitimate power.
2. Attack on a Border Patrol Agent
The update shifts to a troubling incident where an off-duty Border Patrol agent was brutally shot in a New York City park near the George Washington Bridge in Washington Heights. The 42-year-old victim was attacked by a suspect identified as an illegal alien from the Dominican Republic, who had prior felony convictions, a deportation order, and an active criminal warrant in Massachusetts for kidnapping. Notably, the suspect had been released into the United States by the Biden administration in 2023, raising concerns about immigration policies and border security.
3. Minneapolis Mayoral Race Outcome
In local politics, the mayor of Minneapolis, known for his emotional public displays such as crying and kneeling before George Floyd’s golden coffin, failed to secure his party’s backing for re-election. He was defeated by Omar Fatah, a Somali American socialist endorsed by the Democratic Farmer Labor Party. Fatah, whose parents are from Somalia, unseated the incumbent who had held office since 2018, marking a significant shift in Minneapolis’s political landscape.
4. Trump’s Comments on Sports Team Names
Former President Donald Trump took a stance on the ongoing debate over sports team names, advocating for the restoration of historic names. He asserted on Truth Social:
“The Washington Whatevers should immediately change their name back to the Washington Redskins football team. There’s a big clamoring for this.”
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Trump emphasized the desire of many to reclaim their heritage and prestige, criticizing the name changes that occurred in 2020 amidst the Black Lives Matter movement. He paralleled this with the Cleveland Indians, highlighting a broader sentiment of preserving historical identities over recent "woke" initiatives.
Bill O’Reilly’s Economic Commentary
1. Current State of the US Economy
Bill O’Reilly addresses the pressing issues facing the US economy, highlighting rising national debt, an ongoing trade war, and market volatility exacerbated by China’s strategies of dumping the dollar and accumulating gold. He shares his personal strategy for financial security:
“That’s why I protected my savings with physical gold and silver through the only dealer I trust, American Hartford Gold.”
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O’Reilly encourages listeners to consider investing in precious metals as a hedge against economic instability, promoting options like gold IRAs and emphasizing the reliability of trusted dealers.
2. Message of the Day: Combating Inflation
O’Reilly discusses the relatively modest inflation rate of just over 3% for the year, despite various economic pressures. He offers practical advice on managing personal inflation:
“If you go to the grocery store and I do occasionally go or into a restaurant and I look at the menu and if the cheeseburger is $30, I’m not getting it. In fact, I probably won’t go to that restaurant.”
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He asserts that consumer choices play a critical role in controlling inflation, urging individuals to avoid overpriced goods and services as a collective effort to stabilize the economy. By exercising restraint and making informed spending decisions, Americans can effectively manage inflationary pressures.
Listener Mail and Feedback
1. NATO’s Influence in Ukraine
Regis Gaman from Montreal inquires about NATO's role following the Ukrainian coup in 2014. He seeks clarity on NATO’s formal associations with Ukraine and its implications for North America.
2. Governor Newsom’s Fiscal Policies
Egon Schmoll from New York on Long Island questions Governor Gavin Newsom’s significant budget deficits since 2019. He challenges the notion that states are required to balance their budgets, noting that while 34 states are fiscally stable, 16 are not, highlighting the lack of constitutional mandates for budget balancing.
3. Success with Roth IRAs
Jacob Sites from Windsor, Colorado, shares his success story regarding Roth IRAs, praising the "Smart Life" segment. At 27 years old, he has diligently accumulated $42,000 in his Roth IRA over five years, demonstrating the benefits of long-term, tax-advantaged retirement savings.
Historical Perspective: Nixon’s Impeachment and Resignation
In a reflective segment, O’Reilly revisits the 1973 Watergate scandal and the subsequent impeachment and resignation of President Richard Nixon. Marking the 52nd anniversary of the impeachment articles, O’Reilly narrates the sequence of events that led to Nixon’s downfall:
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Watergate Break-In and Initial Denials:
In 1972, men connected to Nixon’s White House were arrested for breaking into the Democratic National Committee headquarters at the Watergate complex. Despite initial denials, links to Nixon’s administration emerged. -
Revelation of Secret Tapes:
In July 1973, tapes of confidential conversations between Nixon and his aides surfaced. Nixon attempted to withhold these recordings, citing executive privilege, but a federal judge ordered their release. The incomplete and tampered tapes provided undeniable evidence of Nixon’s involvement in the cover-up. -
Impeachment Proceedings:
The House of Representatives initiated impeachment hearings on May 9, 1974. By July, two articles of impeachment—abuse of power and contempt of Congress—were approved. Subsequent revelations from the tapes solidified the case against Nixon. -
Resignation and Pardon:
Facing inevitable impeachment, Nixon resigned on August 9, 1974, becoming the first U.S. president to do so. Although there was public debate over prosecuting him, President Gerald Ford issued a blanket pardon in September 1974, effectively ending any criminal proceedings against Nixon.
This historical account serves as a cautionary tale about the abuse of power and the importance of accountability in leadership.
Closing Remarks
Bill O’Reilly concludes the episode by reiterating his commitment to delivering no-spin, factual news and analysis:
“Thank you for listening to the O’Reilly update. I am Bill O’Reilly. For more news and honest analysis, please go to billoreilly.com no spin, just facts. And always looking out for you.”
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He invites listeners to engage with the content online and stay informed through his platform.
This episode of Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis provides listeners with a thorough examination of current events, personal financial advice, community interactions, and historical insights, all delivered with O’Reilly's characteristic straightforward style.
