As drug overdoses continue to rise, combatting the flow of fentanyl has taken center stage in America's fight against opioid abuse. Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) and Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA) join to discuss their bi-partisan push to designate the fentanyl crisis as a national security threat. Later, they talk about their bill, the Disrupt Fentanyl Trafficking Act of 2023, and what authority it would give federal agencies to seek out the root of fentanyl trafficking and combat the crisis. Follow Bret...
Jun 01, 2023•9 min
Bret revisits a conversation with the Anchor of The Story and Host of The Untold Story podcast, Martha MacCallum, FOX News Radio Political Analyst, Josh Kraushaar, and Republican Strategist and Co-Founder of South & Hill Strategies, Colin Reed. Together they analyze the many rounds of voting on the House floor during Congressman Kevin McCarthy's (R-CA-20) historic process to ascend to the position of Speaker of the House. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. V...
May 30, 2023•27 min
This past week, President Biden met with world leaders at the G7 Summit in Japan, to speak about the rising threat of China, and to announce new aid for Ukraine. Chair and Co-Chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee , Congressman Michael McCaul (R-TX-10) and Congressman Gregory Meeks (D-NY-5) join to discuss what came out of the G7 Summit, what the U.S. and its allies can do to combat China, and what future aid to Ukraine may look like. Later, they talk about recent developments in Syria and...
May 25, 2023•16 min
The race for the White House has gained a new competitor, as South Carolina Republican Senator Tim Scott announced his campaign for the presidency from a rally in his home state. FOX News Contributor and National Political Correspondent for NPR Mara Liasson , Republican Strategist and Co-Founder of South & Hill Strategies Colin Reed , and FOX News Radio Political Analyst Josh Kraushaar join to discuss the candidates on the Republican side of the presidential race, and how each candidate can ...
May 23, 2023•28 min
Title 42, the Trump-era policy that allowed the expulsion of illegal migrants during the Covid-19 pandemic expired last week, leaving those in already strained border towns worried for the future. Sierra Vista, AZ Mayor Clea McCaa , Uvalde, TX Mayor Don McLaughlin , and McCallen, TX Mayor Javier Villalobos join to discuss the end of Title 42, and how the surge of illegal migrants has impacted their communities. Later, the mayors discuss steps that Congress can take to help border towns and the r...
May 18, 2023•10 min
The long-awaited Durham Report was released this week, revealing the FBI "failed to uphold" their mission of "strict fidelity to the law" in their probe into then-candidate Trump during the 2016 Presidential Election. Nationally syndicated talk show Host Leslie Marshall , former Chief Speechwriter for President George W. Bush and member of the Wall Street Journal Editorial Board Bill McGurn , and FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram join to discuss the findings of the report ...
May 16, 2023•24 min
Congressional leaders have expressed major concerns over the surge of illegal immigration that is expected to come in the wake of Title 42 ending. Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (R-TX-15) and Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX-28) join to discuss the bi-partisan effort to pass immigration reform, and how the expiration of Title 42 will immediately impact the crisis at the border. Later, they talk about the Secure Border Act of 2023, the parts of the bill that both sides of the aisle can agree on, ...
May 11, 2023•16 min
With Title 42, the Trump-era policy allowing the United States to deport migrants during the Covid-19 pandemic set to expire, concerns are growing over the anticipated increase in illegal immigration. FOX News Contributor, Co-Host of The Five and former Congressman Harold Ford Jr. , Fox News Contributor, AEI Fellow and former Chief Speechwriter for President George W. Bush Marc Thiessen , and Politico Congressional Reporter, Olivia Beavers join to discuss the impact Title 42's expiration will ha...
May 08, 2023•26 min
As Title 42 is set to expire, many lawmakers have raised concerns that the end of the Trump Administration policy will cause a surge in migrants crossing the United States' southern border. Arizona Independent Senator Kyrsten Sinema and Oklahoma Republican Senator James Lankford join to discuss what consequences will come as Title 42 is phased out. Later, they discuss the common sense policies that lawmakers on both sides can agree on to reform immigration policy and share stories of what they h...
May 04, 2023•12 min
President Biden invited top lawmakers from the Senate and House of Representatives to the White House to discuss raising the debt ceiling, in the administration's first move in negotiating with Republicans. USA Today Washington Bureau Chief Susan Page , Founding Editor at the Washington Free Beacon and AEI Senior Fellow Matthew Continetti , and RealClearPolitics Co-Founder and President Tom Bevan join to discuss what is next in the negotiations to raise the debt ceiling, and President Biden's de...
May 02, 2023•25 min
On this episode, Bret revisits a conversation with Governor Phil Murphy (D-NJ) and Governor Spencer Cox (R-UT) as they discuss the youth mental health crisis in the United States, how the content children consume influences their well-being, and the bipartisan push to ban Tik Tok. Later, Congressmen Byron Donalds (R-FL-19) and Jared Moskowitz (D-FL-23) weigh in about the need to manage government spending amid talks of increasing the debt limit, and how the border crisis is impacting the nation....
Apr 27, 2023•14 min
President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris made it official, announcing their candidacy for 2024, in a video that took aim at "MAGA Republicans". FOX News Contributor, host of the Ben Domenech Podcast, and editor-at-large at The Spectator Ben Domenech , FOX News Contributor and Democratic strategist Jessica Tarlov , and FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram sit down to discuss the messaging coming from the President and Vice President in their video announcement, and...
Apr 25, 2023•28 min
The bi-partisan Promising Pathway Act, proposed by Indiana Republican Senator Mike Braun, seeks to allow patients suffering from life-threatening diseases to gain access to innovative treatments by reforming the FDA and allowing the approval of life-saving medication and treatment. Senator Mike Braun (R-IN) and Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) join to discuss the goals of the legislation and why there is a bi-partisan push to reform the FDA. The Senators also discuss the latest on the Congressi...
Apr 20, 2023•11 min
More information is coming to light in the case of classified documents being leaked by 21-year-old Air National Guardsmen Jack Teixeira. Republican Strategist and Co-Founder of South & Hill Strategies Colin Reed , FOX News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams , and FOX News Chief National Security Correspondent Jennifer Griffin join to discuss the fallout from the documents leak and the consequences that face Airman Teixeira. Later, they talk about Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy's vi...
Apr 17, 2023•19 min
Congressman Andy Barr (R-KY-6) and Congressman Ritchie Torres (D-NY-15) discuss the classified documents leak, revealing key information from Russia's war on Ukraine, and how this impacts national security and the United States alliances across the globe. Later, they weigh in on the rising threat of China, French President Emmanuel Macron's visit to the country to meet with President Xi Jinping, and why it is pivotal to combat China from gaining partners in the West. Follow Bret on Twitter: @Bre...
Apr 14, 2023•11 min
On this episode, Bret sits down with FOX News Contributor and NPR National Political Correspondent Mara Liasson , member of the Wall Street Journal Editorial Board William McGurn , and FOX News White House Correspondent Peter Doocy , as they discuss President Biden's visit to Ireland, and how critics of the President are responding to the trip, and what lies ahead for the 2024 election. Later, the panel weighs in on the classified document leak, how the contents of the documents may impact Russi...
Apr 11, 2023•26 min
On this episode, Bret is joined by Sportscaster and FOX News Contributor Jim Gray , and businessman and the subject of the new book The Ball In The Air: A Golfing Adventure, Sam Reeves, as they discuss the 2023 Masters tournament in Augusta, Georgia. Sam talks about the history of the tournament and recollects his decades of attending the event. Later, Sam shares his thoughts on the legendary golfers that have made an impact on the sport, and who to watch in this year's Masters. Follow Bret on T...
Apr 06, 2023•22 min
On this episode, Bret is joined by FOX News Contributor, former Speechwriter for President George W. Bush and AEI Fellow Marc Thiessen , FOX News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams , and FOX News Radio Political Analyst Josh Kraushaar as they discuss the arraignment of former President Trump in New York on charges of allegedly falsifying business records in relation to hush money payments made to adult film actress Stormy Daniels. Later, the panel weighs in on how the charges impact former P...
Apr 04, 2023•27 min
On this episode, Bret is joined by Congressman Darrell Issa (R-CA-48) and Congresswoman Madeleine Dean (D-PA-4) as they discuss the opioid crisis gripping the United States and the mass trafficking of fentanyl into the country through the southern border with Mexico. Later, they talk about intervention methods to help those with opioid addictions, the importance of creating awareness of the nationwide crisis, and the role that China plays in the fentanyl crisis. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaie...
Mar 30, 2023•19 min
On this episode, Bret is joined by Republican strategist and Co-Founder of South & Hill Strategies Colin Reed , USA Today Washington Bureau Chief Susan Page, and Anchor of FOX News Sunday and Author of the new book Love Stories of The Bible Speak Shannon Bream to discuss the reaction to the deadly shooting at a school in Nashville, Tennessee. Later, they talk about former President Trump's attacks on Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg as he awaits news of an indictment in the case of al...
Mar 27, 2023•17 min
On this episode, Bret sits down with Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) and Congressman Frank Pallone (D-NJ) as they discuss the Congressional hearing investigating TikTok and the importance of transparency when it comes to social media companies. Later, they talk about China's level of involvement in controlling TikTok, how the country utilizes it to spy on Americans, and why Congress is looking at banning the app. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...
Mar 23, 2023•19 min
On this episode, Bret is joined by FOX News Contributor Ben Domenech , Democratic Strategist, and Nationally Syndicated Talk-Show host Leslie Marshall , and FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram , as they discuss the Manhattan Grand Jury's hearings into alleged hush money former President Trump paid to adult film star Stormy Daniels, and what the GOP response will be to the possible indictment. Later, they talk about President Biden's veto of a Republican bill that sought to b...
Mar 20, 2023•28 min
On this episode, Bret is joined by Senator Ben Cardin (D-MD) and Senator Todd Young (R-IN) to discuss the recent turmoil in the banking industry, and what the government's response will be to the crisis. The Senators share the importance of government regulation that protects investors and holds banks accountable. Later, they talk about their proposed Neighborhood Homes Investment Act, which seeks to increase investment in distressed residential areas. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn mo...
Mar 16, 2023•9 min
On this episode, Bret sits down with Axios Senior Political Correspondent, Josh Kraushaar, ' Main Street' Columnist at The Wall Street Journal, Bill McGurn, and Democratic Strategist and Co-Host of The Five, Jessica Tarlov, to discuss the fallout from the Silicon Valley Bank collapse. Plus, the panel looks at how potential and announced Republican primary candidates are beginning to differentiate themselves on the issues. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
Mar 14, 2023•26 min
On this episode, Bret is joined by Congresswoman Michelle Steel (R-CA-45) & Congressman Jimmy Panetta (R-CA-19) to discuss their proposed bill, the Taiwan Democracy Defense Lend-Lease Act, which would increase the United States government's ability to lend supplies and arms to Taiwan. The legislators explain the urgency in providing aid to Taiwan, how the bill could prevent an invasion by China, and what the future looks like for the U.S. providing Ukraine with support in their war against R...
Mar 09, 2023•11 min
On this episode, Bret is joined by Washington DC Bureau Chief for USA Today Susan Page, Republican strategist and co-founder of South and Hill Strategies Colin Reed, and FOX News Congressional Correspondent Aishah Hasnie , as they discuss the House China Select Committee's hearing on the relationship between the United States and China. Later, they talk about President Biden's upcoming federal budget proposal, how Congressional Republicans plan to counter the proposal, and the growing partnershi...
Mar 07, 2023•16 min
On this episode, Bret is joined by Congressman Mike Gallagher (R-WI-8) and Congressman Ro Khanna (D-CA-17) to discuss bolstering defenses in Taiwan to deter a potential invasion by China. Later, they talk about how Taiwan's production of semiconductors plays a pivotal role in the United States' relations with the country, and why there is a need for the U.S. Government to attempt to bring manufacturing jobs back to American soil. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choice...
Mar 02, 2023•9 min
On this episode, Bret sits down with FBI Director Christopher Wray , as they discuss the loss of faith in the Bureau and the Justice Department in the wake of the "Twitter Files" and the Hunter Biden Laptop story. Later, Director Wray addresses what some call, the "two-tier" justice system for Democrats and Republicans in the handling of various FBI investigations. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Feb 28, 2023•28 min
On this episode, Bret is joined by Congressman Mike Waltz (R-FL-06) & Congressman John Garamendi (D-CA-08) as they discuss national security policy in the wake of the Chinese 'spy balloon' and bringing supply chains back to the United States. Later, they talk about the ongoing fight against Russia in Ukraine, what the United States must do to combat Russia, and how the war may signal Chinese aggression in the South Pacific against Taiwan. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about y...
Feb 23, 2023•11 min
On this episode, Bret is joined by FOX News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams , Chief Political Correspondent for the Washington Examiner and FOX News Contributor Byron York , and FOX News White House Correspondent Peter Doocy , as they discuss President Biden's surprise trip to Ukraine, and what the visit means for continuing support of the war effort. Later, they talk about the 2024 Presidential election, the candidates that have already announced their run for the White House, and how th...
Feb 21, 2023•17 min
