The O'Reilly Update, May 2, 2026

Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis13mMay 2, 2026

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Bill O'Reilly delivers a blistering critique of Jimmy Kimmel’s recent commentary on Melania Trump, accusing Disney of enabling political hate speech through its platform. He argues that Kimmel’s attacks on the Trump family are not satire but personal vendettas, and that Disney bears responsibility for allowing such content—especially given formal letters from both Trumps demanding sanctions. O'Reilly frames this as a moral and cultural failure, declaring Walt Disney Company 'finished as a positive force' in America. He also highlights a surprising economic rebound, with non-residential investment surging at 10.4% annualized, driven by equipment and intellectual property spending. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court’s gerrymandering ruling has forced Louisiana to delay its primaries, sparking a wave of redistricting efforts across the South. In a historical segment, O'Reilly recounts the rise and violent end of Billy the Kid, emphasizing how his legend was amplified by early Hollywood, with over 150 films made about him since 1911.

Key Takeaways
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Disney is responsible for Jimmy Kimmel's anti-Trump content and should face consequences, including possible furlough, due to its platform enabling political hate.

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Non-residential fixed investment grew at a 10.4% annualized rate in Q1 2026, driven by equipment (17.2%) and intellectual property (13%) spending.

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The Supreme Court ruled racial gerrymandering unconstitutional, forcing Louisiana to delay congressional primaries and triggering redistricting across multiple Southern states.

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Billy the Kid, born William Henry McCarty, became a national outlaw at 16 after escaping jail via chimney and was killed at age 21 in 1881.

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Billy the Kid’s legend was cemented by early Hollywood—his first film was released in 1911, and he has since appeared in over 150 movies.

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Aldi Nord Promo

Promotion for Aldi Nord's affordable food products, including Udon Nudel Bowl and Mezani Sahne Kefir.

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Economic Growth and Investment

The biggest number is non-residential fixed investment that jumped at a 10.4% rate, the fastest pace in nearly three years.

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0:57
1 min

Supreme Court Ruling on Gerrymandering

Lawmakers in Alabama, Mississippi, Tennessee, among others calling to redraw their lines before the midterm election.

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Trump’s Filibuster Call

Don't be stupid. He wrote in a Truth Social post, how much abuse can the Republican Senate take?

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Kimmel and Disney Controversy

Walt Disney is finished as a positive force in this country, and it's the company's own fault.

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High-Impact Quotes
Walt Disney is finished as a positive force in this country, and it's the company's own fault.
Bill O'Reilly5:15
Viral: 88.0
Don't be stupid. He wrote in a Truth Social post, how much abuse can the Republican Senate take?
Bill O'Reilly2:19
Viral: 78.0
Kid was shot dead by a sheriff in Fort Sumner, New Mexico, in 1881. He was just 21 years old.
Bill O'Reilly10:05
Viral: 72.0
Speakers

Host

Bill O'Reilly

Guests

Mike SlaterJeanine Pirro
Topics Discussed
jimmy kimmel controversy90%disney company criticism88%economic growth85%billy the kid85%gerrymandering80%filibuster reform75%voting citizenship70%silent film history60%
People & Brands

Bill O'Reilly

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Jimmy Kimmel

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6xNegative

Billy the Kid

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Walt Disney Company

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5xNegative

Donald Trump

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4xNeutral

Melania Trump

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4xNeutral

Supreme Court

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3xNeutral

Louisiana

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Mike Slater

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3xNeutral

Truth Social

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