Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis – The O'Reilly Update, September 13, 2025

Overview

This weekend episode of The O’Reilly Update, hosted by Bill O’Reilly, centers on the recent assassination of political commentator Charlie Kirk, its repercussions for American society, and broader themes of confronting evil, political polarization, and law and order. O’Reilly also reflects on President Trump’s public responses, offers historical perspective by comparing Trump to Alexander Hamilton, and engages with listener mail about the state of the Democratic Party and American politics.

Key Discussion Points

The Assassination of Charlie Kirk and National Reaction

• Reporting and Reflection (By Mike Slater, [00:41]–[03:36]):
  • J.D. Vance escorted Charlie Kirk’s casket and family from Utah to Phoenix on Air Force Two.
  • Social media and some media displayed “glee” at Kirk’s death; Slater calls this response “horrific and illuminating.”
  • Quote (Mike Slater, [02:20]):

    "It's been horrific and illuminating to see so much glee, so many people celebrating the assassination online, even some people in the media insinuating, oh, he's a provocateur like he invited this to happen for saying things that wouldn't even be controversial six years ago."

  • President Trump's response at the White House:
    • When asked about personal safety:

      "Not really. I'm really concerned for our country. We have a great country, but we have a radical left group of lunatics out there, just absolute lunatics. And we're going to get that problem solved. I'm only concerned for the country." ([01:55])

    • On how supporters should respond:

      "Charlie was an advocate of nonviolence. That’s the way I’d like to see people respond." ([02:10])

  • The FBI is offering $100,000 for information on the assassin. The ATF reported engravings on the spent cartridges indicating transgender and anti-fascist ideology.

O’Reilly’s Message of the Day: Confronting Evil

• Opening Statement on Evil in America ([03:36]–[06:10]):
  • O'Reilly calls the assassination of Kirk a sign of a “contagion of evil” spreading due to waning resistance.
  • He urges Americans to take action—“turn off progressive media, vote against pro-criminal politicians, do not allow evil acts in your neighborhood or your home.”
  • Quote (Bill O’Reilly, [04:20]):

    “Evil is a contagion and it is spreading now because resistance to it is slipping. That’s one of the themes of my book, Confronting Evil. Americans can no longer turn away from misguided politicians and media that enable violent behavior.”

  • Compares events like the assassination, lawlessness in major cities, and rising crime rates as manifestations of societal neglect.
  • Quote (Bill O’Reilly, [05:30]):

    “We are a free society so miscreants will always be present. But clear thinking Americans understand critical mass has now been reached with the Charlie Kirk assassination.”

Listener Mail: Politics, the Democratic Party, and Law and Order

• Listener Comments and O’Reilly’s Replies ([06:11]–[09:40]):
  • Ben Moravati: Concerns about law and order, emphasizes Kirk’s assassination as a great national loss; O’Reilly underscores the need for the reinstitution of law and order.
  • James: Believes the Democratic Party is beyond salvage and wants to destroy America; O’Reilly partly disagrees but admits the party needs better leadership.
    • Quote (Bill O’Reilly, [08:00]):

      “That party could come back under good leadership because they’re going to continue to get trounced with their attitude. No doubt about it.”

  • John: Notes relatives will vote Democrat regardless of party actions; O’Reilly laments the “ignorant vote.”
  • Colleen: Doubts any Democrat can stand up to party radicals; O’Reilly agrees, says change would require significant money and influence.
  • Jay: Thinks the party’s positive transformation won’t happen in his lifetime; O’Reilly argues that things move quickly in the age of social media.

Historical Perspective: Trump Compared to Alexander Hamilton

• O’Reilly’s “Something You Might Not Know” ([09:41]–[12:33]):
  • Trump often compares himself to Lincoln or Jackson, but O’Reilly believes Hamilton is a better analogy.
  • Like Hamilton, Trump seeks stronger executive power and is a political outsider.
  • Hamilton was an elitist; Trump is a populist who dislikes the D.C. establishment (“swamp”).
  • Trump and Hamilton are both polarizing, persuasive figures using the media of their era.
  • Predicts the Supreme Court will face tough decisions as Trump pushes constitutional limits.
    • Quote (Bill O’Reilly, [11:30]):

      “President Trump is not going to change, nor did Alexander Hamilton. Trump will use his power to increase his power. The Supreme Court knows this. It will be absolutely fascinating to see just how the nine justices deal with the new Alexander Hamilton.”

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments (with Timestamps)

• “God didn’t answer those prayers and that’s okay. He had other plans. And now that Charlie is in heaven, I’ll ask him to talk to the big man directly on behalf of his family, his friends and the country he loved so dearly. You ran a good race, my friend. We’ve got it from here.” (Mike Slater quoting JD Vance’s tribute, [01:10])
• “It’s been horrific and illuminating to see so much glee, so many people celebrating the assassination online...” (Mike Slater, [02:20])
• “Not really. I’m really concerned for our country. We have a great country, but we have a radical left group of lunatics out there, just absolute lunatics. And we’re going to get that problem solved. I’m only concerned for the country.” (President Trump, [01:55])
• “Evil is a contagion and it is spreading now because resistance to it is slipping. That’s one of the themes of my book, Confronting Evil.” (Bill O’Reilly, [04:20])
• “Clear thinking Americans understand critical mass has now been reached with the Charlie Kirk assassination. You cannot look away from murder any longer.” (Bill O’Reilly, [05:20])
• “A lot of our population has got to start speaking up. This is no longer a Democrat versus Republican event.” (Mailbag discussion, [06:50])
• “President Trump is not going to change, nor did Alexander Hamilton. Trump will use his power to increase his power. The Supreme Court knows this. It will be absolutely fascinating to see just how the nine justices deal with the new Alexander Hamilton.” (Bill O’Reilly, [11:30])

Important Segment Timestamps

• [00:41] – Mike Slater’s news update: Kirk’s funeral, public and presidential reaction.
• [03:36] – O’Reilly’s message of the day: confronting evil and Kirk’s legacy.
• [06:11] – Listener mail on political division, Democratic Party, and law and order.
• [09:41] – O’Reilly’s historical analysis: Trump vs. Hamilton.
• [12:33] – End of content sections.

Tone and Language

The episode carries O’Reilly’s trademark urgent, fact-driven, and unapologetic tone. Political rhetoric is pointed but reflective, focusing on “reality checks” and responsibility. Mailbag segments add a conversational element, while O’Reilly’s message is assertive and didactic, urging “clear thinking Americans” to take action.

Summary

This episode uses the tragedy of Charlie Kirk’s assassination to springboard into an urgent call for Americans to “confront evil,” reject complacency, and demand stronger law enforcement and responsible leadership. O’Reilly critiques both political parties (with particular emphasis on the Democratic Party’s current direction), ties contemporary events to historical precedent, and invites listeners to see this moment as a turning point for American society.