Podcast Summary: Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis – The O’Reilly Update (September 8, 2025)
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This episode focuses on major national news stories including heightened immigration enforcement, White House foreign policy, tensions in the Middle East, and President Trump’s upcoming state visit to England. The episode also features Bill O’Reilly’s 'Message of the Day,' tackling commentary about recent statements from Tucker Carlson on Vladimir Putin, analysis of American civic knowledge, and reflections comparing Trump to Alexander Hamilton.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
National News Roundup
(Host: Mike Slater) | 00:09 - 03:04
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Operation Patriot 2.0:
- ICE launches a renewed immigration enforcement campaign in Boston (after 1,500+ arrests in its May predecessor), also impacting Chicago.
- Slater notes an image posted by the president referencing “Apocalypse Now” and Trump's executive order renaming the Department of Defense to its historic name, the Department of War.
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Georgia Workplace Raid:
- Largest immigration workplace raid of Trump’s term: 475 detained at a Hyundai EV battery plant in Georgia—300 are South Korean nationals.
- South Korean workers negotiated and flown home via chartered plane after diplomatic efforts.
- Hyundai issues compliance assurances.
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Middle East Update – Israel & Hamas:
- President’s statement: “Everyone wants the hostages home... time for Hamas to accept as well. I’ve warned Hamas...This is my last warning. There will not be another.” [02:00]
- 48 Israeli hostages remain, about 20 believed alive. Hamas condition for hostage release: full Israeli withdrawal from Gaza.
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Trump’s Upcoming UK Visit:
- President Trump slated for an unprecedented second formal state visit to England (Sept 17–19), this time hosted by King Charles III.
- British ambassador emphasizes the significance and ceremonial aspects, noting, “I think it just shows how much our country respects the president and ... the closeness of our two countries.” [02:50]
O’Reilly’s Message of the Day
(Host: Bill O’Reilly) | 04:13 - 07:30
On Tucker Carlson and Putin
- O’Reilly responds to Tucker Carlson’s recent declaration that “Vladimir Putin is the most effective leader of his lifetime, and that Joe Biden was more evil than Putin.” [04:30]
- O’Reilly’s Response:
- “No one is better at getting attention than Tucker Carlson... But he's always been flattering to Putin. I don’t know why.” [04:41]
- Reiterates Putin’s record as a “heinous murderer” and places him among 20th-century tyrants: “Vladimir Putin is evil. He will go down in history alongside Hitler, Mao, Stalin and all the rest.” [05:30]
- O’Reilly mentions his new book, "Confronting Evil," which will cover these themes.
Listener Mail and Civic Commentary
(Host: Bill O’Reilly) | 07:31 - 09:10
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On Ignorant Voters and Education:
- Cites a listener’s letter blaming "ignorant voters" for the state of U.S. politics.
- O’Reilly’s take:
- “You get the government you vote for... as the public schools abdicated... to teach the urchins about how the country runs and what is good and what is bad... you have a dumb population getting dumber now...” [07:50]
- Laments younger generations’ lack of civic knowledge; issues a challenge to listeners to quiz young adults on the Vice President’s identity.
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On Federalization of Gun Crimes:
- Responds to a listener about making all handgun crimes federal offenses.
- O’Reilly: “Zero” chance of passing due to opposition from both pro-gun lobbies and liberals who favor state control. [08:40]
- “Neither group is looking out for Americans. They're not.” [09:00]
Special Segment: “Something You Might Not Know”
(Host: Bill O’Reilly) | 10:05 - 11:55
- Comparing Trump to Hamilton, Not Lincoln or Jackson:
- O’Reilly posits that Trump’s vision for presidential power and technique mirrors Alexander Hamilton more than Lincoln or Jackson.
- Points of comparison:
- Both men driven to consolidate executive power.
- Both “impatient... with no time for fools or ideological opponents.” [10:35]
- Both rose as outsiders, skilled in persuasion—Hamilton with pamphlets, Trump via social media.
- “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.” [11:30]
- O’Reilly ties segment back to his book, “Confronting the Presidents”.
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
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On Putin and Carlson:
- “Vladimir Putin is evil. He will go down in history alongside Hitler, Mao, Stalin and all the rest.” – Bill O’Reilly [05:30]
- “No one is better at getting attention than Tucker Carlson... But he's always been flattering to Putin. I don’t know why.” – Bill O’Reilly [04:41]
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On American Education:
- “...as the public schools abdicated... you have a dumb population getting dumber now... the young, the youngins, come on...” – Bill O’Reilly [07:50]
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On Gun Law Reform:
- “Zero... Neither group is looking out for Americans. They're not.” – Bill O’Reilly [09:00]
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Comparing Trump to Hamilton:
- “Trump will use his power to increase his power. The Supreme Court knows this.” – Bill O’Reilly [11:30]
Timestamps of Important Segments
- 00:09 – News headlines with Mike Slater
- 00:45 – Operation Patriot 2.0 and immigration enforcement
- 01:20 – Hyundai plant raid and diplomatic repercussions
- 01:54 – Israeli hostages/Hamas negotiations
- 02:35 – Details on Trump’s state visit to England
- 04:13 – O’Reilly’s message: Tucker Carlson, Putin, and ‘Confronting Evil’
- 07:31 – Listener mail: civic ignorance, education
- 08:40 – Gun crime federalization discussion
- 10:05 – Trump compared to Hamilton in ‘Something You Might Not Know’
Tone and Language
O'Reilly delivers sharp, provocative commentary in his signature “No Spin” style, blending factual report, analysis, and occasional admonishment of political figures and institutions. The tone is urgent, occasionally polemic, but always focused on breaking down events for a general audience.
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