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The O'Reilly Update – September 30, 2025

Host: Bill O’Reilly
Guest News Summary: Mike Slater

Main Theme

This episode of The O’Reilly Update focuses on the current political landscape, including government shutdown negotiations in Congress, major international developments involving the U.S., updates on prominent lawsuits involving tech companies and Donald Trump, and the recent withdrawal of New York City Mayor Eric Adams from the mayoral race. Bill O’Reilly delivers his "Message of the Day" and answers listener mail, before wrapping up with a historical segment on Jack the Ripper.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Government Shutdown and Congressional Tension

[00:09–01:34]

• Ongoing Negotiations:
  • Congress is deadlocked over passing a continuing resolution to fund the government until Thanksgiving.
  • Republicans require seven Democratic votes to advance a “clean” resolution—no new provisions, just a temporary extension of current spending.
  • Democrats’ Position: They reject the resolution, demanding an extension of Obamacare subsidies set to expire by year’s end.
• Risks if Shutdown Occurs:
  • Office of Management and Budget Director Russ Vought issues memos instructing agencies to prepare for potential layoffs—"thousands of federal workers could be permanently laid off." (Mike Slater, 01:20)

2. White House & International Affairs

[01:35–02:07]

• U.S.–Israel Relations:

  • President Trump meets Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House.
  • Trump voices full support for Israel dismantling Hamas, but urges for a peace deal.
  • Netanyahu answers: "If Hamas rejects your plan, Mr. President... Israel will finish the job by itself. This can be done the easy way or it can be done the hard way, but it will be done." (Mike Slater, 01:58–02:04)
  • Trump unveils a "20 point plan" to end the Gaza conflict.

• Afghanistan Hostage Release:

  • Fifth American released from Afghanistan in 2025: Amir Amiri.
  • Senator Marco Rubio credits Trump’s "leadership and commitment" and thanks Qatar for diplomatic efforts.
  • Adam Bowler (hostage envoy) personally oversees the release in Kabul.
  • Follows Trump’s warning to the Taliban over the Bagram Air Base: “Bad things would happen if Afghanistan does not do it.” (Mike Slater, 02:42)

3. Tech Lawsuit Settlement

[02:08–02:52]

• YouTube Settlement:
  • YouTube settles Trump’s lawsuit ($24.5 million, after his suspension post-Jan 6, 2021).
  • Trump’s share ($22 million) earmarked for construction of a White House Ballroom, via a trust for the National Mall.
  • Previous settlements: Meta ($25M), X ($10M).
  • Mike Slater concludes news update.

4. Bill O’Reilly’s Message of the Day: NYC Mayoral Race

[03:39–04:35]

• Eric Adams Withdraws:
  • Bill highlights his earlier prediction that Adams would drop out, citing poor public approval and inability to fundraise.
  • “Anyone who knows Mr. Adams also knows that would never happen.” (Bill O’Reilly, 03:54)
• The Stakes for NYC and the Nation:
  • O’Reilly raises alarm about candidate Zorhan Mamdani ("a communist") leading polls, with no executive or management experience.
  • Warns: “If he wins, the largest city in the country could collapse, leading to economic consequences for the entire nation." (04:20)
  • Public safety concerns: Predicts violent crime and drug use will surge since “Mamdani doesn't really want to enforce the law. He sees the criminal justice system as racist.” (04:36)
  • Main opponent: Andrew Cuomo ("deeply unpopular").
  • O’Reilly teases he’ll make his prediction public by Halloween: "Halloween is a fitting day for the call." (04:56)

5. Listener Mailbag – Legal, Political, and Economic Questions

[05:23–07:33]

• Comey Indictment Discussion:
  • O’Reilly fields questions on the significance of James Comey's indictment by a “deep blue grand jury.”
    • Notes grand juries can be unreliable indicators: "I wouldn't read anything into that." (05:38)
    • “Comey’s got much support at all among anybody except the media.” (06:20)
• On the Impact of Indictments:
  • Ed (Message Board): Even an indictment damages reputation.
  • Dennis (CONCIERGE member): Trial process important for transparency; might lead to broader accountability.
  • O’Reilly is “not opposed to any of that. I think Americans should know the truth about the former FBI director and his merry friends.” (06:41)
• Rep. Jasmine Crockett Critique:
  • Donna L., Prosper, TX: Crockett skips bipartisan invitations, seeking “fame… like Ocasio Cortez.”
• Food Prices and Politics:
  • Drew Lyon, AZ: Asks if progressives cause inflation.
  • O’Reilly bluntly responds: “No. Nope. It’s supply demand. Some people are gouging in the food chain.” (07:24)
  • Suggests Secretary of Agriculture should get involved.

6. "Something You Might Not Know" – Jack the Ripper

[08:06–10:42]

• True Crime History:
  • Retells grisly details: “137 years ago this evening, the desecrated bodies… stabbed, mutilated, nearly decapitated.” (08:06)
  • Context: East End London, 1888; “Autumn of Blood”; Scotland Yard baffled.
  • Highlights lack of modern forensics, enduring mystery, and public fascination:
    • “The true identity of Jack the Ripper will never be known, but the legend lives on.” (10:15)
    • Fun fact: In 2016, Jack the Ripper voted “worst Britain of all time” by Londoners—King Henry VIII was number nine.
  • Promotes his book: “You can read about Henry’s terrible deeds in my bestselling book, Confronting Evil.”

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On NYC’s future under Mamdani:
  • “If he wins, the largest city in the country could collapse, leading to economic consequences for the entire nation.” (Bill O’Reilly, 04:20)
• Netanyahu’s stark warning:
  • “This can be done the easy way or it can be done the hard way, but it will be done.” (Netanyahu quoted, 02:04)
• On Comey’s indictment:
  • “Comey's got much support at all among anybody except the media. The media likes them because they want Trump to lose.” (Bill O’Reilly, 06:20)
• On food prices:
  • “No. Nope. It’s supply demand. Some people are gouging in the food chain.” (Bill O’Reilly, 07:24)

Important Timestamps

• [00:09] – News headlines with Mike Slater
• [03:39] – O'Reilly’s Message of the Day: NY Mayor Race
• [05:23] – Listener Mailbag: Comey indictment, Jasmine Crockett, food prices
• [08:06] – "Something You Might Not Know": Jack the Ripper
• [10:42] – Episode conclusion

Summary

This episode provides a brisk, “no spin, just facts” overview of America’s tense government funding battle, shifting New York City politics, high-profile hostage releases and tech lawsuits, and observations about public trust in major institutions and political figures. O’Reilly’s tone is candid, direct, and unapologetically skeptical, especially regarding political motives and public accountability. The program rounds off with a gripping historical crime story—adding color and variety to the high-stakes contemporary news coverage.