O’Reilly: US could become ‘France on steroids’

Political commentator Bill O’Reilly on Monday predicted that the U.S. could have its own protests similar to those that have broken out in recent weeks across France and other parts of Europe, but “on steroids.”

“On Balance” host Leland Vittert asked O’Reilly on NewsNation, The Hill’s broadcast partner, about the potential ramifications if President Trump cannot address issues like the cost of living.

“I’m not worried about the individuals, I’m worried about the country because if the voters in the country are this dumb, that they don’t know what’s coming around a pike –– oh my God, we’re in for France on steroids, we’re going to be France if this continues,” the former Fox News host said.

O’Reilly added that he does not expect the president to change course, saying “that’s not what he does.”

“I believe most Americans have made up their minds,” he continued. “There is going to be the crew that hates Trump and the crew that likes Trump. And –– isn’t this interesting –– this midterm is going........

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