Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis Episode: The O’Reilly Update, June 25, 2025 Release Date: June 25, 2025
1. International Affairs: Ceasefire Between Iran and Israel
The episode opens with Mike Slater providing an update on the fragile ceasefire between Iran and Israel. Slater details that while a ceasefire was announced on Monday night, sporadic rocket exchanges have continued, undermining the agreement's stability.
Notable Quotes:
- Mike Slater [00:15]: “A few more rockets were exchanged here and there.”
- Mike Slater [01:05]: “We basically have two countries that have been fighting so long and so hard that they don't know what the blank they're doing.”
President Donald Trump expressed dissatisfaction with Israel’s actions post-ceasefire, criticizing the timing and intensity of their military response. Trump's spokesperson responded by affirming that Trump had a direct and firm conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu to maintain the ceasefire.
Notable Quotes:
- Mike Slater [00:45]: “When I say you have 12 hours, you don't go out in the first hour and just drop everything you have on him. So I'm not happy with them.”
2. U.S. Politics: Impeachment Vote Fails
The discussion shifts to the political landscape in the United States, highlighting the failed impeachment vote against President Trump. Despite efforts by progressive members of Congress, including Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC), the motion to impeach did not pass, with 128 Democrats joining Republicans in voting against it.
Notable Quotes:
- Mike Slater [02:10]: “AOC has said that we should impeach Donald Trump for his actions in Iran.”
- Mike Slater [02:25]: “Well, the House voted on impeachment, sort of. It was on to table the motion or not. But 128 Democrats voted with the Republicans to not impeach the president.”
3. Domestic Issues: Alligator Alcatraz Detention Center
Mike Slater reports on Florida’s controversial plan to build "Alligator Alcatraz," an unusual detention center located in the Everglades. The site leverages the natural presence of alligators and pythons as a deterrent, aiming to minimize the need for extensive security investments. The state aims to add 5,000 beds to accommodate immigrants, with plans to have operational tents by July.
Notable Quotes:
- Mike Slater [03:00]: “The attorney general of the state said the state doesn't need to invest a lot of money in security because the area is surrounded by alligators and pythons.”
- Mike Slater [03:25]: “The goal is to have 5,000 additional beds.”
4. Economic Insights: Stock Market and Investment Strategies
Bill O’Reilly shares his perplexity over the stock market's unexpected rise amidst the chaos in Iran. He critiques financial analysts for their inability to explain this anomaly and outlines his personal investment strategy in response to global instability.
Notable Quotes:
- Bill O’Reilly [04:00]: “On Monday, the stock market was up big with Iran chaos. It should have declined. I make my living analyzing important events and this is mystifying.”
- Bill O’Reilly [04:25]: “I'm keeping conservative mutual funds and dividend-paying large corporation stocks. No crypto, no cloud, no trendy investments.”
O'Reilly expresses cautious optimism about the eventual stabilization of global affairs under President Trump's leadership, asserting that Trump's policies are logical and effective.
Notable Quotes:
- Bill O’Reilly [04:50]: “I do believe things will eventually calm down and President Trump's overall vision will be successful.”
- Bill O’Reilly [05:10]: “Trump is not Biden. There will be no surrender to the forces of evil.”
5. Listener Mail: Audience Questions and Responses
The show features a segment where Bill O’Reilly addresses questions from listeners, providing insights and clarifications on various topics.
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Jonathan Cohen, St. Louis: Raises concerns about the potential for China and Russia to develop nuclear weapons despite the destruction of Iran’s nuclear sites. O'Reilly responds by asserting that severe sanctions and economic collapse would prevent such scenarios.
Notable Quotes:
- Bill O’Reilly [06:15]: “In fact, Putin's walking that back because that idiot was saying something about it.”
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Heidi’s Concierge Membership: O'Reilly acknowledges a loyal listener, emphasizing the value of shared daily comments.
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Anonymous Listener: Inquires about the process of enriching uranium to make a bomb. O'Reilly declines to provide a detailed explanation, suggesting the listener refer to the Internet.
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Jeffrey Cater, Medford, Massachusetts: Compliments O’Reilly’s commentary on AOC, describing her persona in the House as “cartoonish.”
Notable Quotes:
- Bill O’Reilly [06:45]: “I mean, that's the truth.”
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Bill McDaniel, Fort Worth, Texas: Asks if Congress can enact laws to prevent future administrations from opening borders as Biden did. O'Reilly affirms that Congress has the authority to strengthen immigration laws and border security.
Notable Quotes:
- Bill O’Reilly [07:00]: “Sure. It could beef up the immigration laws and the borders Congress should. Absolutely.”
6. Historical Spotlight: General Custer's Last Stand
In a departure from current events, Bill O’Reilly delivers a historical segment commemorating the 149th anniversary of General George Armstrong Custer’s infamous last stand at the Little Bighorn River. He elaborates on the Battle of the Little Bighorn, the demise of Custer and his men, and the subsequent intensification of the U.S. Army's campaigns against Native American tribes.
Notable Highlights:
- Battle Details: Custer's miscalculation of Native American forces led to a disastrous attack, resulting in the deaths of 263 soldiers, including Custer himself.
- Consequences: The victory over Custer fueled public support for the U.S. military's aggressive policies, leading to further subjugation and tragic deaths of Native American leaders like Crazy Horse and Sitting Bull.
Notable Quotes:
- Bill O’Reilly [08:30]: “The battle was doomed from the beginning.”
- Bill O’Reilly [09:00]: “The Indian victory over Custer ultimately led to destruction back East.”
O'Reilly promotes his best-selling book, "Killing Crazy Horse," encouraging listeners to delve deeper into the history of the Indian Wars and Custer's legacy.
Conclusion
Bill O’Reilly wraps up the episode by reiterating his commitment to delivering factual and unbiased news analysis, emphasizing his mission to keep listeners informed and protected from misinformation.
Notable Quote:
- Bill O’Reilly [11:30]: “No spin, just facts. And always looking out for you.”
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