President Biden has been traveling across the nation touting the success of the Inflation Reduction Act, with many critics pointing out that the average American is struggling to afford basic necessities. Congressman Scott Peters (D-CA-50) and Congressman Bill Huizenga (R-MI-4) join to discuss what cuts to the budget can be made to reel in federal spending and highlight the importance of reining in the national debt. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc...
Aug 24, 2023•11 min
Republican candidates make their final preparations for the first Republican debate of the 2024 Presidential Election hosted by FOX News Channel in Milwaukee, with the frontrunner and former President Donald Trump deciding that he will sit out of the debate. Bret is joined by Anchor and Executive Editor of The Story With Martha MacCallum , host of The Untold Story Podcast , and Co-Moderator of the first Republican Debate , Martha MacCallum as they discuss how they have prepared for the event. Ma...
Aug 23, 2023•15 min
Less than one week remains until the first Republican Presidential Debate hosted by FOX News Channel in Milwaukee. Presidential Candidate Chris Christie joins to discuss his position in the primary, and what can be expected out of him on the debate stage. The former New Jersey Governor explains how his position on the war on Ukraine differs from candidates like Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and former President Trump, and talks about how the former President's potential absence from the debate c...
Aug 17, 2023•15 min
With just one week until the first 2024 Presidential Debate hosted by the FOX News Channel in Milwaukee, former President Trump now faces charges in Georgia related to his alleged efforts to overturn election results in the state in 2020. FOX News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams , FOX News Contributor and Host of the Ben Domenech Podcast Ben Domenech , and FOX News Audio Political Anchor and Washington Correspondent Jared Halpern discuss the details of the 98-page indictment of the former...
Aug 15, 2023•26 min
Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-WI-6) and Congressman Robert Garcia (D-CA-42) join Bret to provide an inside look at the National Security Subcommittee's hearing on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena, also known as Unidentified Flying Objects, and share their thoughts on whether they believe the government is in possession of extraterrestrial spacecraft. Later, they share what bipartisan efforts they have both been working on and discuss what further hearings may be held to further their investigati...
Aug 10, 2023•13 min
With just weeks until the first Republican Presidential Debate hosted by FOX News in Milwaukee, Republican candidates ready themselves for a stage that may or may not have the frontrunner and former President Donald Trump on it. USA Today Washington Bureau Chief Susan Page , Chief Speech Writer for President George W. Bush and member of the Wall Street Journal Editorial Board William McGurn , and FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram join to discuss the implications of Preside...
Aug 08, 2023•20 min
With just weeks to go until the first 2023 Republican Presidential debate, hosted by FOX News, many candidates are looking to carve a path to the White House, as former President Trump continues to lead in the polls. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis joins, as he discusses his 2024 presidential campaign, and why he believes he is the candidate for the job when it comes to unseating President Biden. Later, Governor DeSantis addresses attacks that have been made against him by former President Trump a...
Aug 03, 2023•52 min
Former Hunter Biden business associate Devon Archer testified in a closed-door hearing before the House Oversight Committee, revealing that Hunter put his father, then Vice President Joe Biden, on dozens of his overseas business calls. Chief Political Correspondent for The Washington Examiner Byron York , FOX News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams , and FOX News Audio Political Anchor and Washington Correspondent Jared Halpern , join to discuss what came out of Archer's testimony, and what ...
Aug 01, 2023•26 min
Congress has set its eyes on China as the Chinese Communist Party continues to extend its influence throughout Latin America. Congressman August Pfluger (R-TX-11) and Congressman Wiley Nickel (D-NC-13) join to discuss their recent trip to the region and share their thoughts on the immigration crisis, and fentanyl trafficking. Later, they talk about China's investments in places like Brazil and Chile, and what the United States must do to protect democracy in South America. Follow Bret on Twitter...
Jul 27, 2023•9 min
The House Oversight Committee led by Congressman James Comer (R-KY-1) has subpoenaed Biden business associate Devon Archer as the latest witness in their investigation into Hunter Biden's foreign business dealings. Founding Editor of The Washington Free Beacon and AEI Resident Fellow Matthew Continetti , Democratic Strategist and Co-Host of The Five Jessica Tarlov, and FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram join to discuss the growing interest in the Hunter Biden investigation,...
Jul 25, 2023•24 min
Senator Chris Coons (D-DE) and Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) join to discuss the PROVE IT Act, which seeks to promote business by examining how green energy initiatives may be harming the competitiveness of American companies globally. Later, the Senators talk about the bi-partisan support for Ukraine, and what the United States needs to do to secure critical minerals, as China extends its influence into developing African nations. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choice...
Jul 20, 2023•14 min
Former President Trump and his legal team were informed that he is the target of a federal legal probe into his alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 Presidential Election. FOX News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams , FOX News Contributor and Host of The Ben Domenech Podcast, Ben Domenech , and FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram sit down to discuss how the potential third indictment impacts former President Trump's current campaign. Later, the panel compares how former ...
Jul 18, 2023•29 min
Congressman Mike Lawler (R-NY-17) and Congressman Jared Moskowitz (D-FL-23) join to discuss the bi-partisan SHIP Act, and how the legislation seeks to sanction companies and nations that import or export Iranian petroleum. The Congressmen talk about how this bill could weaken the alliance between Iran, Russia, and China, the efforts of the United States to sanction Russia, and the dangers of China expanding its influence into Africa. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad ch...
Jul 13, 2023•17 min
President Biden finds himself in Vilnius, Lithuania this week, as NATO meets to discuss ongoing goals, and weigh further action and support for Ukraine in its fight against Russia. While the President is overseas, Congress is back in session holding high-profile hearings throughout the week. FOX News Contributor & Democratic Strategist Leslie Marshall , Former Chief Speechwriter for President George W. Bush and member of the Wall Street Journal editorial board Bill McGurn , and FOX News Seni...
Jul 11, 2023•25 min
As Artificial Intelligence programs like ChatGPT move into mainstream use, Congress has held multiple hearings investigating the dangers that the technology may pose. Congressman Ted Lieu (D-CA-36) and Congressman Ken Buck (R-CO-4) join to discuss the concerns A.I. has caused, and what Congress is doing to promote innovation and safety in the industry. The Congressmen explain the goal of their bipartisan National A.I. Commission Bill, the regulation that it could bring to the A.I. sector and dis...
Jul 06, 2023•15 min
Questions still remain surrounding the investigation into Hunter Biden's foreign business dealings, and how they may tie to President Biden. Bret sits down with IRS Whistleblower, Supervisory Agent Gary Shapley , to discuss his work on the investigation into Hunter Biden for tax evasion. Shapley explains the roadblocks that the investigative team ran into while pursuing evidence against Hunter Biden, discusses the significance of the WhatsApp text messages uncovered during the case, and speculat...
Jul 04, 2023•24 min
Bret sits down with co-chairs of the For Country Caucus, Congressman Jason Crow (D-CO-6) and Congressman Tony Gonzales (R-TX-23) to discuss the bipartisan efforts of the caucus to support America's troops and advance bipartisan legislation. Later, they talk about Secretary of State Antony Blinken's trip to China to meet with President Xi Jinping, the global threat of China, and how the United States should handle further aid to Ukraine. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad...
Jun 29, 2023•9 min
The White House is facing criticism this week as President Biden's son Hunter, appeared at a State Dinner for Indian Prime Minister Modi, the same week he plead guilty to charges of tax evasion. Chief Political Correspondent for the Washington Examiner and FOX News Contributor Byron York , Washington Bureau Chief of USA Today Susan Page , and Politico Congressional Reporter Olivia Beavers join to discuss the optics of Hunter Biden's appearance at the White House and the latest in the legal troub...
Jun 27, 2023•24 min
Bret sits down with Tennessee Republican Senator Marsha Blackburn and Connecticut Democrat Senator Richard Blumenthal as they discuss the proposed Kids Online Safety Act, and why harmful online content is one of the biggest threats facing America's youth. Later, they talk about why the bill has gained wide bi-partisan support, and the challenges they have faced from tech companies who have opposed it. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/a...
Jun 22, 2023•9 min
As Former President Trump continues to wade through legal troubles related to his alleged mishandling of classified documents and his refusal to turn them over to the National Archives, he continues to lead in every major Republican primary poll. Former President Donald Trump sits down with Bret at his Bedminster New Jersey Golf Club to discuss his term as President and why he feels he deserves a second term in the Oval Office. Later, the former President weighs in on the charges against him in ...
Jun 20, 2023•1 hr 3 min
The ReConnecting Rural America Act seeks to bring high-speed broadband internet access to underserved communities throughout the nation. Senator Peter Welch (D-VT) and Senator Roger Marshall (R-KS) discuss their proposed legislation, and how it would impact the communities in their home states, as well as other states that have long been without access to high-speed internet. Later, they talk about how the bill would be implemented, why it's important for farmers across the United States to have...
Jun 15, 2023•17 min
Former New Jersey Republican Governor Chris Christie announced his candidacy for the White House last week, and many see him as the main antagonist against former President Trump's race for the Oval Office. 2024 Republican Presidential Candidate Chris Christie sits down with Bret to discuss the reasons behind his decision to run and how he sees a path to the White House even as former President Trump continues to hold steady in polling. Later, Governor Christie discusses his track record while G...
Jun 13, 2023•21 min
Chairman of the House Intelligence Committee Mike Turner (R-OH-10) and Ranking Democrat Jim Himes (D-CT-4) sit down together to discuss the reports that the United States had knowledge of an alleged Ukrainian mission to sabotage the Russian Nord Stream 2 natural gas pipeline and comment on the "Spring Offensive" that the Ukrainians have planned. Later, they weigh in on the allegations made by whistleblowers that the United States is in possession of alien spacecraft and share their thoughts on t...
Jun 08, 2023•11 min
With three new candidates expected to announce their run for the presidency on the Republican side this week, how can a crowded Republican field impact former President Trump's chances of winning the Republican Primary? FOX News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams , AEI Senior Fellow and Founding Editor of the Washington Free Beacon Matthew Continetti , and FOX News Audio Political Anchor and Washington Correspondent Jared Halpern join to discuss the growing primary field, how former New Jers...
Jun 06, 2023•27 min
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
