Real America’s Voice: "Bolling!" — October 23, 2025
Host: Eric Bolling
Featured Guests: President Donald Trump, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, Attorney General Pam Bondi, National Security Advisor Stephen Miller, Cash Patel, Devin Nunes
Main Theme
This episode centers around President Donald Trump’s administration’s ongoing “war” against drug cartels and terrorists, the effectiveness of law enforcement efforts, border security, U.S. military and intelligence reforms, and heated exchanges on contemporary political controversies. The discussion features a live press conference with President Trump, his security and legal team, and a studio conversation with Devin Nunes.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Law Enforcement & Counterterrorism Successes
[00:27–03:00]
- Eric Bolling highlights the significant role the FBI and federal partners have played in “saving lives and safeguarding communities.”
- Todd (advisor) underscores arrest numbers: “Over 3,000, 3,266 terrorists have been taken off the streets in two months.” (01:23)
- Emphasizes the dangerous work of federal, state, and local law enforcement.
- Blasts politicians who “aid terrorists” or attack law enforcement as “disgusting.”
Memorable Quote:
“Every one of [our officers] are putting their lives on the line to make these arrests, to make our community safer.” — Todd, 01:34
2. Border Security & Venezuela
[03:27–04:40]
- Trump denies claims that the US sent B1 bombers near Venezuela but expresses deep mistrust of the Maduro regime.
- Criticizes Venezuela for “sending prisoners to the US” during the Biden administration, boasts that "now we have closed borders.”
Quote:
“We might have the strongest borders of almost any nation right now, and that’s a big difference from what it was two years ago when everybody was pouring in.” — Donald Trump, 03:56
3. The Fight Against Fentanyl
[04:47–07:02]
- Fentanyl’s deadly toll: “Nearly 330,000 Americans died over the past five years from fentanyl.” — Bolling, 04:54
- Trump sets tariffs on China to punish fentanyl smuggling (20%, raising to 157% Nov 1).
- Claims he will confront President Xi on fentanyl during upcoming meetings.
- Discusses Chinese fentanyl potentially being routed through Venezuela.
Quote:
“They lose $100 billion with the 20% tariff… So it’s not a good business proposition. …I’m putting it right at the front of the list [with Xi].” — Trump, 05:45
4. Maritime Drug Interdiction & The "Gulf of America"
[07:09–11:09]
- Trump and Secretary Hegseth discuss tracking and capturing drug boats, describing militarized, high-speed smuggling vessels.
- Trump claims sea-based drug smuggling has been slashed to “5% of what it was a year ago” due to intensified interdiction.
- Announces renaming the Gulf of Mexico to “the Gulf of America.”
Quote:
“It’s very hard to find any floating vessel right now…the Gulf of America. Another little triumph of the Trump administration.” — Trump, 08:54
5. ICE, Immigration, & Political Criticism
[11:09–12:08]
- Responds to Rep. Dan Goldman’s call for NYPD to arrest ICE agents, calling Goldman “a loser” and mocking critics who use “foul language.”
Quote:
“They’re just trying so hard, and it’s not working...you can’t use the F word seven times in one sentence.” — Trump, 11:23
6. Treatment of Detained Smugglers & “Catch and Release”
[12:08–13:21]
- Secretary (likely Hegseth) compares current drug war protocols to experiences in Iraq, noting that survivors are typically returned to their home countries for prosecution under established protocol.
7. Israel—West Bank Annexation
[13:21–14:19]
- Trump downplays Israeli Knesset vote on annexing the West Bank, saying “Don’t worry about the West Bank. Israel is not going to do anything with the West Bank.”
8. Post-2028 Protocols & Border Policy
[14:19–16:41]
- Discusses risk that future administrations could “undo” anti-fentanyl/cartel safeguards if open borders return.
- Paints prior immigration policies as national security disasters, citing high numbers of “murderers” among entrants and criticizing the motivations of political opponents.
9. Binance Pardon
[16:41–17:52]
- Trump defends pardoning the founder of Binance, stating the person was supported by “a lot of people” and “wasn’t guilty of anything,” blaming Biden-era “persecution.”
Quote:
“He had a lot of support. And they said that what he did is not even a crime…so I gave him a part at the request of a lot of very good people.” — Trump, 17:00
10. Task Force Achievements & Lessons
[17:52–21:08]
- Celebrates rapid improvements in urban safety via federal task force.
- “DC done, not perfectly, but…normalized in 12 days.”
- Asserts that only “talent and courage” made results possible.
- Frames opposition as “low lifes” and “paid agitators.”
Quote:
“I think the biggest thing we say is we have tremendous talent...there’s really nothing like it.” — Trump, 18:08
11. Missing Children Crisis
[21:09–22:59]
- Trump alleges “hundreds of thousands” of children have been lost due to migrant flows under Biden.
- Claims many were trafficked, blames prior administration “cages” on Obama.
12. New York City, Rikers Island & Criminal Justice
[23:00–24:55]
- Criticizes calls to close Rikers Island, claims “additional people” (criminals) have arrived in New York due to open borders.
- Shares graphic stories about crimes committed by migrants.
13. War on Narco-Terrorists—Congressional Approach
[24:56–25:45]
- Asserts, “We’re just going to kill people that are bringing drugs into our country,” downplays need for a formal declaration of war on cartels.
Quote:
“I think we’re just going to kill people that are bringing drugs into our country. Okay. We’re going to kill them. You know, they’re going to be, like, dead.” — Trump, 25:31
14. U.S. Military Expansion & Recruitment
[26:26–28:45]
- Cites record recruitment numbers for armed services since election win (11/5).
- Contrasts to “tremendous recruiting problems” before.
- Discourses on public service patriotism surge.
15. Law Enforcement Tech & Privacy
[29:36–30:41]
- Moves to crack down on smartphone “apps that track ICE agents’ locations.”
- Discussion of law enforcement dangers, mask-wearing for agent safety.
16. Political Corruption, Task Force & Pardons
[31:05–36:04]
- Trump discusses exposing “bribes and corruptions” between politicians and cartels.
- Defends January 6 pardons, criticizes Democrats as playing “a much dirtier fight.”
- Avoids commenting on Adam Schiff’s reported grand jury investigation, but attacks his character harshly.
17. Presidential Property Improvements
[36:58–38:36]
- Trump touts personal investment in White House upkeep, mentions creating a “Presidential Walk of Fame” at the building.
18. Racial Profiling Allegations against DHS
[38:42–40:07]
- Responds defensively to Robert Garcia’s charge that DHS is illegally arresting U.S. citizens and racially profiling:
- Trump: “They are arresting bad criminals...very serious criminals, and they’re getting them out of here.”
19. Direct Military Action Abroad?
[40:08–43:16]
- Asks whether future counter-cartel missions could involve U.S. troops operating in countries like Venezuela.
- Trump: “Mexico is run by cartels”; “Colombia is a drug den.”
- Expresses willingness to expand action if necessary.
20. Government Shutdown & Economy
[43:16–46:09]
- Uncertain if shutdown will resolve soon; blames Democrats’ “Trump Derangement Syndrome.”
- Boasts about economic growth, tariffs, vast foreign investment, and calls stock market “rocking.”
21. Funding Trump’s Ballroom
[46:09–46:55]
- Claims $350 million raised for White House ballroom expansion, with personal commitment to cover any shortfall.
22. Final Notes & Notable Moments
[47:00–End]
- Trump boasts that a donor contributed $130 million for military shortfall due to “Democrat shutdown.”
- Bolling pivots to a studio interview with Devin Nunes, who describes work on intelligence reform and the Russia/Ukraine policy aftermath.
- Nunes and Bolling deride Russiagate perpetrators and claim politicized prosecutions.
- Nunes: “They'll be damn lucky if they don’t get indicted on that [Russia hoax] because that's what they really should.”
Selected Notable Quotes with Timestamps
- “Every one of them are putting their lives on the line.” — Todd, 01:34
- “We might have the strongest borders of almost any nation right now.” — Trump, 03:56
- “If you send fentanyl into this country, I’m going to go after you.” — Bolling paraphrasing Trump, 52:48
- “We’re just going to kill people that are bringing drugs into our country.” — Trump, 25:31
- “They were bad leaders. I hope we don’t have it again.” — Trump on Biden & Obama, 21:53
- “Mexico is run by the cartels. ... Colombia is a drug den.” — Trump, 41:57
- “They’ll be damn lucky if they don't get indicted on that [Russia Hoax].” — Devin Nunes, 58:53
Timestamps for Important Segments
- Law enforcement successes: 00:27–03:00
- Border Security & Venezuela: 03:27–04:40
- Fentanyl and China: 04:47–07:02
- Drug boats & maritime strategy: 07:09–11:09
- ICE/media critics: 11:09–12:08
- Task force results: 17:52–21:08
- Missing children discussion: 21:09–22:59
- Military expansion: 26:26–28:45
- Apps tracking ICE: 29:36–30:41
- Shutdown & economy: 43:16–46:09
- Devin Nunes interview: 52:23–end
Tone & Atmosphere
The environment is brash, direct, and combative—President Trump repeats familiar themes of “winning,” “American greatness,” and the existential threat of “open borders.” Rhetoric is laced with mockery of political opponents, a heavy emphasis on law-and-order, and strong claims of progress under Trump’s leadership. Bolling and Nunes echo this tone, particularly in discussing intelligence matters and law enforcement.
For Listeners
This episode gives an unfiltered view of Trump-era policy priorities and the administration's internal narrative on their battle against crime, drugs, and political adversity. For listeners wanting the administration’s mindset on border security, law enforcement, and political opposition entering 2026, this is a definitive, combative snapshot.