The Glenn Beck Program Best of the Program | Guests: Douglass Mackey & Bill O'Reilly | 7/10/25
Jul 10, 2025
Douglass Mackey, a political commentator recently exonerated after a conviction for posting an election meme, discusses the targeting he faced and the implications for free speech. Bill O'Reilly shares insights from President Trump about the Epstein files and their relevance amidst public curiosity. Historian Edwin Black discusses his book on Israel's Operation Rising Lion, shedding light on its historical context and geopolitical impact. Together, they explore themes of misinformation, government overreach, and the pressing need for transparency in political narratives.
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Mackey's Arrest Over Meme
- Douglass Mackey describes being arrested over a meme he posted during the 2016 election cycle.
- He was shocked to face charges under the severe federal Klan Act based on this meme.
Overturning a Narrow Victory
- Douglass Mackey believes the overturning of his conviction is a major humiliation for the Biden DOJ and the FBI.
- However, he notes the ruling was narrow and not a wide constitutional victory, which may deter similar prosecutions.
Mackey's Social Media Profile
- Douglass Mackey explains he had a large Twitter following during the 2016 election and was considered influential.
- Despite this, his meme received only about 100 likes at the time of posting on a secondary account.
