Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis The O'Reilly Update, March 19, 2026
Mar 19, 2026
Content covers a heated confirmation clash in Homeland Security and a Fed decision to keep interest rates steady. Discussion includes an immigration judge ordering a deportation and plans for a national Rededicate 250 celebration. There is also a look at Europe's political posture and NATO's stance, plus a historical retelling of how the Falklands War began.
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Why Europe Falls Short As A Security Partner
- Europe is an unreliable partner against Islamist threats despite shared interests.
- Bill O'Reilly cites German refusal to treat Iran as their war, rising anti‑Semitism, large Muslim immigrant populations, and EU welfare-driven softness as causes.
Heated Exchange At Homeland Security Confirmation Hearing
- Senator Markwayne Mullin faced pointed skepticism at his Homeland Security hearing over past comments about Rand Paul.
- Rand Paul accused Mullin of saying he was a "freaking snake" and implied Mullin condoned an assault, challenging his impulse control.
Fed Pauses Rate Moves Amid Middle East Uncertainty
- The Fed held rates steady amid Middle East uncertainty, splitting the board 11-1.
- New Fed board member Stephen Moore cast the lone vote to lower rates while Jerome Powell's term neared its May 15th end.