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The President's Daily Brief

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Each morning, the President of the United States receives a highly classified briefing on the most important issues facing the country -- The President's Daily Brief. Now you can hear your very own PDB, in the form of a podcast, every morning at 6am Eastern, and every afternoon at 4pm Eastern. You'll get 20 minutes of the most important topics of the day and why you should care, arming you with what you need to know to help solve America's most pressing challenges. Former CIA Operations Officer Mike Baker hosts new episodes daily.
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October 1st, 2025: Leaked Intel Reveals China’s Blueprint To Invade Taiwan & Moscow’s Quiet Rebellion

n this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Classified U.S. intelligence reveals China’s strategy toward a Taiwan invasion, involving the quiet mobilization of hundreds of so-called “civilian” craft. Senior Trump aides intensify efforts to remove Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, with discussions underway about applying greater military pressure. The proverbial ball is in Hamas’ court as leaders around the world voice support for Trump’s Gaza peace plan. And in today’s Back of the Brief—a rar...

Oct 01, 202524 minSeason 2Ep. 1074

PDB Afternoon Bulletin | September 30th, 2025: How a Shutdown Could Cripple U.S. National Security & Trump Targets ‘Woke Generals’

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: America is just hours away from a government shutdown. While Capitol Hill descends into partisan gridlock, the real cost may be to national security. We’ll break down the risks. President Trump and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth deliver a rare address to hundreds of military leaders at Quantico. We’ll have the details To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com . Please rem...

Sep 30, 202515 minSeason 2Ep. 1073

September 30th, 2025: The Russian Spy Ship That Could Cripple Europe & Vance Trashes Putin

n this episode of The President’s Daily Brief: A new investigation reveals how a Russian spy ship has been prowling Europe’s undersea cables, raising alarms about the safety of critical infrastructure. President Trump hosted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House in hopes of ending the two-year conflict. We’ll tell you what came of that. Vice President JD Vance becomes the latest White House official to take aim at Moscow, mocking Russia’s stalled war in Ukraine and its sta...

Sep 30, 202525 minSeason 2Ep. 1072

PDB Afternoon Bulletin | September 29th, 2025: REPORT: Russia Training Chinese Forces To Invade Taiwan & Michigan Church Attack

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: A new report reveals that Russia is quietly training and equipping Chinese forces for an airborne assault on Taiwan. We’ll break down how Moscow’s Ukraine playbook could be adapted to help Beijing seize the island. Plus—the latest on the tragic attack on a Mormon church in Michigan. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com . Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed t...

Sep 29, 202515 minSeason 2Ep. 1071

September 29th, 2025: Mystery Drone Swarms Spark Chaos Across Europe & Iran Sanctions Snap Back

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Europe reels from a wave of unidentified drones that shut down airports, hovered over military bases, and even breached the airspace above a Finnish hydroelectric plant. The United Nations reinstates sanctions and an arms embargo on Iran over its nuclear program, prompting a furious response from Tehran. President Trump orders the deployment of U.S. troops to Portland, Oregon, following ongoing unrest and disputes over federal enforcement. And in t...

Sep 29, 202524 minSeason 2Ep. 1070

PDB Situation Report | September 27th, 2025: Trump Shocks World on Ukraine & Immigration Milestone

In this episode of The PDB Situation Report: President Trump shocks the world with a dramatic reversal on the war in Ukraine, declaring that the country could win back all of the territory it has lost. Former Commanding General of U.S. Army Europe, Retired Lt. General Ben Hodges, joins the show to share his thoughts on Trump’s new position and what it means for the battlefield. Later, the Trump administration touts a milestone in its immigration crackdown, reporting that over 2 million illegal a...

Sep 27, 202558 min

PDB Afternoon Bulletin | September 26th, 2025: Satellite Images Reveal Work At Iran’s Secret Nuclear Site & James Comey Indicted

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin : First—newly obtained satellite imagery reveals Iran is ramping up work at a secretive underground site—just months after U.S. and Israeli strikes on its nuclear program. I’ll have the details. Later in the show—Former FBI Director James Comey has been indicted by a federal grand jury, facing charges of obstruction and lying to Congress. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting PDBPremium.com ...

Sep 26, 202515 minSeason 2Ep. 1069

September 26th, 2025: SHOWDOWN: American Fighter Jets Intercept Russian Bombers & Beijing’s Drone Support for Moscow

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: American fighter jets scramble as Russian bombers approach Alaska, raising new concerns about Moscow’s probing behavior. Evidence grows of Beijing and Moscow tightening their military ties, with Chinese drone specialists reportedly aiding Russia’s arms industry despite Western sanctions. A White House peace plan for Gaza gains traction in the Middle East as President Trump assures Arab leaders he will not allow Israel to annex the West Bank. And in...

Sep 26, 202525 minSeason 2Ep. 1068

PDB Afternoon Bulletin | September 25th, 2025: Classified WMD Docs Discovered In John Bolton’s Office & Deadly Dallas ICE Shooting

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Newly unsealed court filings reveal the FBI found classified documents in John Bolton’s office, including material tied to weapons of mass destruction. A sniper opened fire on an Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in Dallas, leaving at least two people dead. We’ll have the latest details. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you en...

Sep 25, 202513 minSeason 2Ep. 1067

September 25th, 2025: Fuel Shortages In Russia Threaten Putin’s Grip & Iran’s Missile Trouble

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Ukraine continues to pound Russia’s oil refineries, sparking fuel shortages across the country and leaving Moscow scrambling to respond. Iran fears another war with Israel and is racing to rebuild its missile factories—but experts say Tehran still can’t produce the solid fuel needed to power them. The Trump administration says two million illegal immigrants are already out of the country, either deported or self-deported in just eight months. And i...

Sep 25, 202523 minSeason 2Ep. 1068

September 24th, 2025: Trump Blasts ‘Paper Tiger’ Russia In Ukraine U-Turn & Secret Service Foils Plot

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Following his sit-down with President Zelensky at the U.N., President Trump appears to have completely reversed course on Ukraine—declaring it may be possible for Kyiv to reclaim all its lost ground. Later in the show—the Secret Service takes down a rogue telecom network that threatened New York during the U.N. General Assembly. Plus—it’s a showdown between Washington and Sacramento: DHS calls California’s new ban on masked law enforcement agents u...

Sep 24, 202522 minSeason 2Ep. 1066

PDB Afternoon Bulletin | September 23rd, 2025: MYSTERY: U.S. Special Ops ‘Ghost Ship’ Spotted Off Venezuela & Kyiv Targets Moscow Again

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: America’s so-called “ghost ship” has surfaced in the Caribbean. We’ll tell you what this shadowy special ops vessel is capable of, and why it may be parked off Venezuela. Ukraine unleashes its largest drone attack on Moscow in months. Dozens were intercepted, but the barrage shows Kyiv isn’t letting up. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if yo...

Sep 23, 202514 minSeason 2Ep. 1065

NYPOSTcast: A Brand New Daily Podcast by the New York Post

Start your day with the news only the New York Post can deliver, with their brand-new daily podcast, NYPOSTcast. From the iconic newspaper that pulls no punches, you'll get the headlines you need and the stories you want. Every episode includes a deep dive into a headline impacting your world plus, the Post's signature mix of politics, business, pop culture, true crime, and everything in between. In today's episode, host Caitlyn Becker…. Jimmy Kimmel is let out of penalty box by Disney - his sho...

Sep 23, 202512 min

September 23rd, 2025: NATO Nation Issues ‘Shoot Down’ Order On Russian Jets & Massive Cyber Attack Hits Europe

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: NATO jets once again scramble over the Baltics, and Poland’s Prime Minister issues a blunt threat: violate our airspace, and you’ll be shot down. Europe’s biggest airports are still in disarray after a cyber-attack took down check-in systems, leaving travelers stranded across the continent. Hamas makes a direct appeal to President Trump, asking for a 60-day ceasefire in exchange for releasing half the hostages in Gaza. And in today’s Back of the Br...

Sep 23, 202521 minSeason 2Ep. 1064

PDB Afternoon Bulletin | September 22nd, 2025: A New Ally Joins Trump's War Against The Cartels & Hamas Declares Victory

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: The U.S. strikes another narco-trafficking boat in the Caribbean—but this one’s different. We’ll tell you what was on board and which regional ally just joined the fight. Later in the show—Hamas is declaring victory today as a number of Western nations officially recognize a Palestinian state at the United Nations. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting PDBPremium.com. Please remember to sub...

Sep 22, 202516 minSeason 2Ep. 1063

September 22nd, 2025: NATO And Russia Edge Toward Direct Conflict & Trump’s Warning to the Taliban

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Russia once again tests NATO, as three fighter jets violate Estonian airspace in the most serious breach in years. We’ll explain why leaders say the alliance is edging closer to direct conflict. President Trump warns Afghanistan’s Taliban leaders: return Bagram Air Base to U.S. control—or face consequences. The New York Times reports Trump’s Justice Department shut down an FBI probe into border czar Tom Homan—after he was caught on tape accepting a...

Sep 22, 202525 minSeason 2Ep. 1062

PDB Situation Report | September 20th, 2025: Inside the Mind of Charlie Kirk’s Accused Killer & TikTok’s Future

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: New details are emerging about the man accused of gunning down Charlie Kirk, as investigators piece together a clearer picture of his life and motives. Former FBI counterterrorism and counterintelligence operative Eric O'Neill joins us with his insight. Washington and Beijing strike a deal on TikTok—but does it really make Americans safer, or does the app remain a national security risk? Senior Research Fellow at The Heritage Foundation joins us to...

Sep 20, 202548 min

PDB Afternoon Bulletin | September 19th, 2025: Did Moscow Just Arm Kim with Nuclear Sub Tech? & Israel’s Laser Defense Goes Operational

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: South Korea says it has intelligence that Russia may have secretly supplied North Korea with nuclear reactor modules for submarines. If true, it would represent a dangerous leap forward for Pyongyang’s military capabilities and a major escalation in Moscow’s ties with the regime. Israel declares its new laser defense system, the Iron Beam, operational. Officials say it’s a historic milestone—promising to shoot down rockets and drones at the speed o...

Sep 19, 202513 minSeason 2Ep. 1061

September 19th, 2025: Trump Declares War On Antifa & A Rift In Netanyahu’s Government

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: President Trump says he’s labeling Antifa a “major terrorist organization,” calling the group a dangerous radical threat. We’ll take a look at the group and potential legal issues with the President’s declaration. Israel’s push into Gaza City isn’t just dividing the public, it’s exposing major rifts between Prime Minister Netanyahu and his own security chiefs. Israel quietly offers Syria a sweeping new security deal, and Damascus now says a border ...

Sep 19, 202526 minSeason 2Ep. 1060

PDB Afternoon Bulletin | September 18th, 2025: Ukraine Retakes Ground As Russian Offensive Stalls & South China Sea Collision

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: Russia’s much-touted offensive appears to have stalled, with reports that in some areas it’s Kyiv’s forces pushing forward and reclaiming lost ground. We’ll bring you the latest from the front. Another dangerous encounter in the South China Sea—Chinese and Philippine vessels collide near a disputed shoal, leaving injuries and sparking a heated war of words. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visi...

Sep 18, 202513 minSeason 2Ep. 1059

September 18th, 2025: Netanyahu Plans For ‘Super-Sparta’ Israel & Iran Warns of “Crushing” Response

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Israel’s Prime Minister admits the country is increasingly cut off from the world and warns it may need to transform into a self-reliant “super-Sparta” to survive. Fresh U.S. sanctions spark a sharp warning from Tehran, with Iran saying America could face a “crushing” military response. A suspect is in custody after what officials are calling a targeted terrorist attack on the FBI’s Pittsburgh office. And in today’s Back of the Brief—we’re learning...

Sep 18, 202522 minSeason 2Ep. 1058

PDB Afternoon Bulletin | September 17th, 2025: China Furious Over U.S. Missile Deployment in Japan & Russia’s Child Camps Exposed

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: The U.S. Army rolls out a powerful new missile system on Japanese soil, one that can put Shanghai—and even Beijing—within range. Beijing is furious, warning that Washington and Tokyo are escalating toward an arms race. A chilling report finds thousands of Ukrainian children abducted by Russia are being held in over two hundred facilities, where they’re subjected to reeducation and military training. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium me...

Sep 17, 202514 minSeason 2Ep. 1057

September 17th, 2025: Celebrating Kirk’s Killing Sparks Pentagon Crackdown & Visa Cancellations

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: First up—the reaction to the murder of Charlie Kirk is testing the limits of free speech, with the Pentagon cracking down on U.S. troops and the State Department pulling visas. Later in the show—could an “Islamic NATO” be on the horizon? Iran and Egypt are pushing for a new Middle East defense pact in the wake of Israel’s strike in Qatar. Plus—Washington and Qatar move toward an enhanced defense pact, a sign of shifting alliances in the wake of Isr...

Sep 17, 202524 minSeason 2Ep. 1056

PDB Afternoon Bulletin | September 16th, 2025: US Navy Smokes Another Venezuelan Narco-Boat & IDF Begins Gaza City Ground Invasion

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: The U.S. military strikes a second Venezuelan boat, accused of carrying narcotics toward American shores. Israel launches its largest ground assault of the war, sending tens of thousands of troops into Gaza City. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdaily...

Sep 16, 202514 minSeason 2Ep. 1055

September 16th, 2025: Assassin's Potential Ties To Radical Groups Eyed in Kirk Case & NATO Launches Eastern Sentry

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Authorities are building their case in the Kirk assassination, tracing DNA, combing devices, and even investigating possible ties to radical groups. NATO rolls out “Eastern Sentry,” a permanent troop deployment in Poland aimed at shutting down Russian drone attacks. During a visit to Israel, Secretary of State Marco Rubio says a diplomatic end to the Gaza war may not be possible. Washington announces a framework deal on TikTok after talks with Chin...

Sep 16, 202525 minSeason 2Ep. 1054

PDB Afternoon Bulletin | September 15th, 2025: Bomb Plot Against Fox News Foiled & Trump Targets Memphis Violence

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First up—the FBI arrests two men in Utah after a live bomb is found under a Fox news station’s vehicle in Salt Lake City. I’ll have the details on that. Later in the show—President Trump says Memphis is next. The National Guard may be on its way to one of America’s most violent cities as early as this week. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe i...

Sep 15, 202514 minSeason 2Ep. 1053

September 15th, 2025: The Sick Online Life Of Charlie Kirk’s Killer & Russia Breaches NATO Skies Again

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: New revelations about Charlie Kirk’s accused assassin, Tyler Robinson, and the chilling way he mocked investigators in real time. NATO airspace violated by a Russian drone again, this time over Romania, as President Zelensky warns the latest breach shows the war is spreading. President Trump says he won’t impose new U.S. sanctions on Russia unless NATO allies first cut off their purchases of Russian oil. And in today’s Back of the Brief—the UN Gene...

Sep 15, 202527 minSeason 2Ep. 1052

PDB Situation Report | September 13th, 2025: Making Sense Of Charlie Kirk’s Assassination & Israel Expands the War to Qatar

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: The latest developments in the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk—with the suspected shooter now in custody. Retired FBI Agent James Gagliano joins us for his insight. Later, Israel carries out a strike in Doha, the capital of Qatar. It’s a dramatic escalation that’s drawn sharp reaction across the region. Clifford May, founder and president of the Foundation for the Defense of Democracy, joins us for more on that. To listen to the show ad-free...

Sep 13, 20251 hr 8 min

PDB Afternoon Bulletin | September 12th, 2025: ICE Launches Major Crackdown In Chicago & Trump Negotiates Belarus Prisoner Release

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Despite opposition from local leaders, the Department of Homeland Security has launched a major offensive against criminal aliens in the city of Chicago. We’ll have the latest details on Operation Midway Blitz. A deal brokered by the U.S. sees the release of dozens of political prisoners in Belarus. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you e...

Sep 12, 202515 minSeason 2Ep. 1051

September 12th, 2025: The Hunt For Charlie Kirk’s Assassin & UK Ambassador Sacked Over Epstein Links

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: The manhunt is on for Charlie Kirk’s killer, as investigators release new clues about the suspect behind the attack. The UN Security Council is set to meet after Poland says Russian drones violated its airspace, sparking fresh fears of escalation. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer sacks his ambassador to Washington after newly uncovered emails reveal ties to Jeffrey Epstein. And in today’s Back of the Brief—an update on the Hyundai raid in Georgia, wh...

Sep 12, 202527 minSeason 2Ep. 1050
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