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Bill O'Reilly
Bill O'Reilly, here you are listening to the weekend edition of the O'Reilly update. Coming up next, the News with Mike Slater.
Mike Slater
Thank you, Bill. Here's what's happening this week in America. 86:47 Trump in UAE anchor babies in the Supreme Court and ATC down in Denver. It's all coming up and Bill's gonna be here with your message of the day. The head the former head of the FBI, James Comey, posted a picture on Instagram that he saw of of some seashells on the beach in the shape of 8647. He captioned it Cool shell formation on my beach walk. 86 is slang for to get rid of 47. 47th President, United States he later took down the post and said, I posted earlier a picture of some shells I saw today on a beach walk, which I assumed was a political message. I didn't realize that some folks associate those numbers with violence. It never occurred to me. But I oppose violence of any kind. So I took the post down. The head of Homeland Security, Christy Gnome said disgraced former FBI Director James Comey just called for the assassination of President Trump. DHS and Secret Service is investigating this threat and will respond appropriately. The director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard was asked if Comey should be in jail, and she said, I do. I'm very concerned for Trump's life and James Comey, in my view, should be held accountable and put behind bars for this. This come after Donald Trump wrapped up, by every account, a very successful trip to Saudi Arabia, Qatar wrapping up with United Arab Emirates. The leader of UAE gifted President Trump his country's highest civilian honor. The country also pledged $1.4 trillion of investment in the US economy over the next decade through AI, infrastructure, semiconductors, energy and American manufacturing initiatives, including a plan to nearly double American aluminum production by investing in a new smelter. For the first time in 35 years, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments related to birthright citizenship. It's believed that there are 300,000 anchor babies every year born in America. It's around 8% of all births in this country. The government is arguing that these framers of the 14th Amendment, we're talking about the children of newly freed slaves, not illegal aliens from Honduras. To me, it seems like an obvious case, but this argument, this case yesterday, was really about the ability of district judges to issue nationwide injunctions. So we'll see how narrowly the court decides. It's not just Newark Airport anymore. There was a technical glitch at Denver Airport left air traffic controllers unable to talk to pilots for six minutes. 20 pilots were en route to Denver when they found that they could not contact air traffic control. We also learned yesterday from the FAA that the hotline between Reagan National Airport and the Pentagon has been down since March 2022. Where was Buddha Judge during all that? I'm Mike Slater. I host a podcast called Politics by Faith. The great Bill O'Reilly. He has your message of the day next.
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Bill O'Reilly
Time now for the O'Reilly update. Message of the day. Here's proof the Democrats remain bewildered, stuck in a time warp too dense for even the Rocky Horror Picture show to consider. After President Trump announced his executive order to install lower prices on Medicare drugs, the Dems should have raised a collective glass in approval. Of course, the party did not. As anti Trump zealots descended into a myriad of gibberish zones on television, it was another sad spectacle. Once upon a time, Democrats actually wanted to help the folks. Lower costs for federal medicines obviously makes the lives of senior citizens better. Joe Biden could have done that, but he did not. And the Democratic leadership did not push him to do it. So why not? I don't know for sure, but I suspect taking on the powerful pharmaceutical industry was simply too much for the party. In fact, other than massive and unending government spending, the Democrats don't seem to have anything else in the playbook. Mr. Biden didn't even try to negotiate the cost of military trans treatments, down 52 million a year on trans treatments in the armed forces and all the Bud Light you want. I guess it was insane. Monday was a good day for Trump and another bad day for his opposition. The NAN sank a number of three point shots. The other side didn't even get off the bench. I'm Bill O'Reilly. I approve the message by writing it. You, you can reach me billoriley.com, billoriley.com name in town if you wish to opine. Let's go to the mail. We got Todd Marble. It's Connecticut, New York. I'm guessing you'll be discussing the plane situation. Everyone seems to be losing their minds. What is the difference between this and France gifting the USA the Statue of Liberty? Come on, Todd. Is a big difference. So the plane benefits the president of the United States and and his administration. Statue of Liberty was just a symbolic, very nice gesture by, by France, but it's not in the same category. Patrick, on a message boards. Bill, you've been and continue to be spot on with regards to what's unfolding in the Trump presidency. Many who do not support him still don't understand him. Ones who hate him don't care to understand. That is absolutely true. If he pulls this economic thing off, he'll go down as one of the most successful presidents in history. I agree. So Donald Trump, if he gets what he wants for prosperous America, he'll be down. He'll be right in the Reagan category, despite all the other stuff. Jacqueline, message Boyd, I'm confused regarding US Drug prices being higher than Europe. You said this is because of tariffs. But if these drugs are manufactured in the usa, they should be cheaper here. No, because the drug companies can't get into Germany or Italy or any of the EU countries or other countries around the world unless they agree to a certain price for a certain drug. So Germany says, we're not going to take it. You're not going to be able to sell your drug here. So the US Drug companies go, all right, we'll charge this, which is much lower than here because here they make up the money because they can charge whatever they want here. See, that's why we pay the higher drug price. In a moment, something you might not know.
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Now the O'Reilly update brings you something you might not know. The average American consumes 3,000 calories every day. Most popular meals according to Grubhub pizza, pasta, tacos, hamburgers. The typical family of four spends about $100 each week on groceries, mostly on breakfast and dinner. Around the world, a person's diet varies from country to country. Here are a few examples. In Russia, when you wake up, the day begins with pickled eggs and porridge. Many folks in Moscow enjoy a light lunch. Dinner features beet soup, roasted meat, vegetables, vodka, of course. For the Japanese, it's about fish. Day begins with steamed mackerel. A seafood broth is served for lunch. At dinner, folks in the land of the rising sun eat tuna with horseradish. Chinese start the morning with congee, a traditional gruel made from overcooked rice. In the evening, residents there enjoy roast pork with steamed vegetables. In India, it's about spice. Typical meal consists of stewed protein, flatbread and more than 25 herbs, including curry, turmeric, coriander, cinnamon. Folks in Mumbai also enjoy the heat. The Indians cook with the hottest peppers in the world. Some dishes feature Ghost Chili. It's 200 times spicier than the jalapeno. To South Africa, where the country boasts cuisines from England, Africa, Holland, Belgium, France. Typical breakfast includes bread, coffee, pastries. For dinner, it's all about the braai, the traditional barbecue consisting of pork, lamb, beef slow cooked over an open flame. And here's something else you might not know even if you're hungry. One of the strangest breakfast items in the world can be found in the UK Folks in England, Ireland, Scotland enjoy black pudding. The circular sausage is made from kidneys, barley, intestines, fat and that special ingredient, pig's blood. Whoa. Somebody please pass the pancakes back after this.
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Edition of the O'Reilly update. No spin, just facts. We are always looking out for you.
Podcast Summary: Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis
Episode: The O’Reilly Update, May 17, 2025
Host: Bill O’Reilly
Release Date: May 17, 2025
In this episode of Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis, host Bill O’Reilly delivers a comprehensive update on the latest political and social developments in America. The episode seamlessly blends news segments, insightful commentary, and listener interactions to provide a clear and engaging overview of current events.
Mike Slater opens the discussion by highlighting a provocative incident involving former FBI Director James Comey. Comey posted a photo of seashells arranged in the shape of "8647" on Instagram, which many interpret as coded language meaning "get rid of 47," referring to the potential 47th President of the United States.
Comey’s Initial Post: “[...] I saw of some seashells on the beach in the shape of 8647. He captioned it Cool shell formation on my beach walk” (00:40).
Comey’s Clarification: Comey later removed the post, stating, “I opposed violence of any kind” (00:40).
This led to severe allegations from Homeland Security Chief Christy Gnome, who accused Comey of calling for President Trump’s assassination, prompting an investigation by DHS and the Secret Service.
The episode covers President Donald Trump’s recent diplomatic achievements in the Middle East, particularly his meetings in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
UAE’s Investment Pledge: The UAE committed to a $1.4 trillion investment in the U.S. economy over the next decade, focusing on AI, infrastructure, semiconductors, energy, and American manufacturing, including a plan to nearly double U.S. aluminum production by investing in a new smelter (00:40).
Honor from UAE Leader: President Trump was awarded the UAE’s highest civilian honor, signifying strong bilateral relations (00:40).
A landmark case reached the Supreme Court after 35 years, challenging the interpretation of the 14th Amendment regarding birthright citizenship.
Government’s Argument: The framers intended the 14th Amendment to grant citizenship to children of newly freed slaves, not to illegal immigrants from countries like Honduras.
Court’s Focus: The case primarily addresses whether district judges can issue nationwide injunctions, rather than the citizenship issue itself (00:40).
A recent malfunction at Denver Airport disrupted air traffic control communications for six minutes, affecting 20 pilots en route.
Bill O’Reilly criticizes the Democratic Party’s reaction to President Trump’s executive order aimed at lowering Medicare drug prices.
Democrats’ Response: O’Reilly laments, “the Dems should have raised a collective glass in approval” but instead were “stuck in a time warp” filled with “anti-Trump zealots” spouting gibberish (04:02).
Impact on Seniors: He emphasizes the positive effects lower drug costs would have on senior citizens, contrasting it with the Democrats’ hesitance, potentially due to the pharmaceutical industry's influence (04:02).
O’Reilly draws parallels between a successful Trump presidency and that of Ronald Reagan, suggesting that if Trump achieves economic prosperity, he could be remembered as one of the most successful U.S. presidents (04:02).
In response to listener Jacqueline’s confusion about why U.S. drug prices are higher than in Europe, O’Reilly explains that drug companies set lower prices to enter foreign markets, where government negotiations prevent them from charging excessively. Consequently, they compensate by charging higher prices in the U.S. (04:02).
Todd expresses frustration over perceived inconsistencies in government gifts and benefits.
Plane vs. Statue of Liberty: He questions the difference between gifting planes to the president versus France gifting the Statue of Liberty.
O’Reilly’s Response: O’Reilly clarifies that planes benefit the president and administration, while the Statue of Liberty is a symbolic gesture, implying substantial differences in purpose and impact (04:02).
Patrick praises O’Reilly’s insights into the Trump presidency.
Jacqueline seeks clarification on why U.S. drug prices are higher compared to Europe despite being manufactured domestically.
In a unique interlude, O’Reilly delves into global culinary habits, highlighting the diversity of diets worldwide.
Russia: Starts the day with pickled eggs and porridge; dinner includes beet soup, roasted meat, vegetables, and vodka (04:02).
Japan: Emphasizes fish consumption with steamed mackerel for breakfast, seafood broth for lunch, and tuna with horseradish for dinner (04:02).
China: Features congee in the morning and roast pork with steamed vegetables in the evening (04:02).
India: Known for spicy dishes utilizing over 25 herbs and the world’s hottest peppers, including Ghost Chili (04:02).
South Africa: Offers a diverse cuisine influenced by multiple cultures, with traditional barbecues (braai) comprising pork, lamb, and beef (04:02).
United Kingdom: Notably includes black pudding for breakfast, a sausage made from kidneys, barley, intestines, fat, and pig’s blood (04:02).
This segment serves to educate listeners on cultural diversity and global dietary preferences, adding a flavorful dimension to the podcast.
Bill O’Reilly wraps up the O’Reilly Update by reiterating the show’s commitment to presenting “No spin, just facts,” emphasizing their dedication to keeping listeners informed and protected. The episode offers a blend of hard-hitting political analysis, engaging listener interactions, and informative segments that cater to a wide range of interests.
For more insights and updates, listeners are encouraged to visit BillOReilly.com.
Notable Quotes:
James Comey’s Instagram Post: “Cool shell formation on my beach walk” (00:40)
O’Reilly on Democratic Inaction: “Democrats remain bewildered, stuck in a time warp” (04:02)
Listener Patrick on Trump Presidency: “If he pulls this economic thing off, he'll go down as one of the most successful presidents in history” (04:02)
O’Reilly on Drug Pricing: “That’s why we pay the higher drug price” (04:02)
This summary captures all the essential discussions, insights, and interactions from the May 17, 2025 episode of Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis, ensuring that even those who haven't listened to the podcast can stay informed.