In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We delve into the harrowing experiences of hostages recently freed from 50 days of captivity, revealing the harsh conditions and brutal treatment they endured. Saudi Arabia extends a diplomatic gesture to Iran, proposing a deal to curb Tehran's role in the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. A closer examination of the situation at America's borders, as surprise inspections unveil severe overcrowding and extended detentions at CBP facilities. In the Bac...
Nov 30, 2023•17 min•Ep 74•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: Cases of pneumonia are spiking among children in parts of Europe for unknown reasons, sparking concerns in light of the mystery respiratory illness that is currently running rampant in China. Finland will shutter their last remaining border crossing with Russia amid the intensifying migrant crisis and rising tensions with the Putin regime. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin. Email: PDB@TheFirstTV.c...
Nov 29, 2023•10 min•Ep 73•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: As additional hostages are released in Gaza a major question arises: why are so few American hostages returning home? Elon Musk's surprise visit to Israel makes waves as he meets Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and endorses the campaign against Hamas. A deep dive into the Capitol's ongoing debate over financial aid to Ukraine. In the Back of the Brief: The Republican presidential primary is upended by an unexpected endorsement for Nikki Haley fro...
Nov 29, 2023•17 min•Ep 73•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: Iranian-backed hackers infiltrated a local U.S. water system over the weekend in a shocking display of the reach of Iran’s many proxy groups. The Biden administration has warned Israel to restrict their upcoming military campaign in southern Gaza, requesting the IDF create “areas of deconfliction” to avoid the destruction seen during their initial response in the north. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bu...
Nov 28, 2023•11 min•Ep 72•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: A harrowing encounter in the Gulf of Aden: Iranian-backed Houthi insurgents launch missiles at a US Destroyer amidst a maritime hijacking crisis. Tensions escalate on the Korean peninsula as North Korea embarks on a military escalation following its recent spy-satellite deployment. Commercial chaos ensues as Polish truckers commence continuous blockades at crucial Ukrainian border crossings. In the Back of the Brief: The Dublin riots take a new tur...
Nov 28, 2023•18 min•Ep 71•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: Israel and Hamas have agreed to extend their fragile truce for another two days. We discuss what this means for the hostages in Gaza and the broader implications for the Israel-Palestine conflict. Tensions flared this weekend in the South China Sea after China drove an American warship from the disputed waters and accused the U.S. of jeopardizing stability in the region. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The PDB Afternoon B...
Nov 27, 2023•11 min•Ep 71•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: A mysterious new respiratory illness is sweeping parts of China, local healthcare facilities are inundated, and the international community is on alert. The fragile ceasefire persists in Israel as Hamas releases dozens of hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners. Ukraine launches a significant drone offensive targeting Moscow in response to a similar Russian attack. Civil unrest in Dublin: Anti-immigrant sentiments boil over into riots follow...
Nov 27, 2023•17 min•Ep 70•Transcript available on Metacast Description: In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: Israel is making rapid progress in the development of their next generation “directed energy” weapon dubbed the “Iron Beam,” which they recently used to shoot down an enemy rocket fired by Hamas. Finland is shuttering all but one of their border crossings with Russia this week in response to the Putin regime flooding their country with displaced migrants. We look at the unfolding crisis along the border. Please remember to subscribe if ...
Nov 24, 2023•10 min•Ep 69•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We dive into the global controversy surrounding the deployment of AI-controlled drones and the mounting pressure for international regulation. A covert assassination initiative out of India is unearthed as an attempt on the life of a Sikh separatist in the U.S. is thwarted. Documents surface, indicating that U.S. scientists expressed alarm over the safety protocols at the Wuhan virology lab well before the pandemic was on anyone's radar. The Back o...
Nov 24, 2023•17 min•Ep 68•Transcript available on Metacast Host Mike Baker delivers a Thanksgiving message as we kick off the holiday season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 23, 2023•4 min•Ep 67•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: The White House has warned that Iran is preparing to send advanced short-range ballistic missiles to Russia for use in Ukraine, in a sign the already cozy relationship between the two regimes is drawing even closer. Israel has approved an agreement with Hamas to pause fighting for four days and trade Palestinian prisoners for 50 hostages taken during the 7 October attacks. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The PDB Afternoon...
Nov 22, 2023•10 min•Ep 66•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: A groundbreaking development as Israel and Hamas agree to a hostage exchange deal, freeing dozens of Israeli hostages. Concerning intelligence report that suggests an uptick in the likelihood of a terror attack in New York City. A significant advancement in North Korea's military capabilities, with the launch of a new rocket made possible by Russian assistance, aimed at deploying their first military reconnaissance satellite. In our Back of the Bri...
Nov 22, 2023•14 min•Ep 65•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: Iran unveiled a new version of their alleged hypersonic missile at a weapons display on Sunday. We discuss the regional implications and whether or not the new missile technology is actually functional. As Iran’s belligerence continues in the wake of the 7 October attacks, a new report details the growing rift within the Biden administration over how to deter the growing threat. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The PDB Aft...
Nov 21, 2023•11 min•Ep 64•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: The IDF initiate a siege on yet another medical facility in Gaza, sparking heated debate among Democrats about stipulations on aid to Israel. We delve into the uproar following the arrest of an NBC journalist by Israel on charges of inciting terrorism. We also examine New York City Mayor Eric Adams' ties with Turkey and the implications for his administration. In the Back of the Brief, we analyze how President Joe Biden seems to have narrowly avoid...
Nov 21, 2023•17 min•Ep 63•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: Iranian-backed Houthi militants in Yemen hijacked an Israeli-linked cargo ship Sunday in the Red Sea, stoking fears that the Israel-Palestine conflict is at risk of bubbling over into a larger regional war. Libertarian Javier Milei, a self described “Anarcho-Capitalist," won an upset victory in Argentina’s presidential run-off election Sunday, marking a seismic shift in its political scene. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of...
Nov 20, 2023•12 min•Ep 62•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: President Biden shares his perspective on the future of Gaza amid the ongoing conflict, as detailed in his recent op-ed for the Washington Post, and we explore its impact on his approval ratings. A potential breakthrough in the Israel-Hamas conflict: the sides seem close to agreeing on a deal to exchange hostages for a temporary cease-fire. The Israeli Defense Forces reveal evidence of Hamas activities within the al-Shifa hospital. We examine the c...
Nov 20, 2023•16 min•Ep 58•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: A Congressional report has found that the owner of an illegally run biolab discovered in California has strong ties to China's CCP, and that an investigation of the facility was hamstrung by CDC officials. Disturbing videos went viral this week on the social media app TikTok that centered around praise for an antisemitic letter written by Osama Bin Laden in the wake of the September 11 terrorist attacks. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed t...
Nov 17, 2023•13 min•Ep 60•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Alarming findings from UN nuclear watchdogs about Iran’s burgeoning nuclear capabilities and the implications for global security. Tension escalates in the Red Sea as a US warship responds to a drone attack from Yemen. A new development from Russia as it advances its arsenal with a hypersonic missile, setting a formidable challenge for US defense. In our Back of the Brief segment, the spotlight turns to domestic unrest, with an account of pro-Pales...
Nov 17, 2023•17 min•Ep 59•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: An update on the situation at Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza City, which was captured by Israeli troops in an operation Wednesday morning. We’ll discuss what the IDF found inside and the international response to these developments. A look at yesterday's meeting between CCP leader Xi Jinping and President Joe Biden at the APEC summit in San Francisco. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin. Email: PDB@TheFi...
Nov 16, 2023•12 min•Ep 58•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: A new climate pledge emerges from a meeting between President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping, but we dig into why China's promises on fossil fuels may not hold up. New details emerge about Iran’s involvement in the October 7th attacks as the Biden administration renews a sanctions waiver, granting Iran access to significant financial resources. The tension between Turkey and Israel escalates as President Erdogan intensifies his rhetoric. A ...
Nov 16, 2023•16 min•Ep 57•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: A new report investigates a vast CCP backed disinformation network operating for years within the U.S. A UK intelligence report details the staggering losses Putin’s military has suffered in Ukraine. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin. Email: PDB@TheFirstTV.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 15, 2023•12 min•Ep 56•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: President Biden prepares for a significant meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in San Francisco. We delve into the a Gaza hospital and the truth behind Hamas’ “de-facto headquarters.” More internal dissent within the Biden administration over the White House’s strategy and decisions regarding the ongoing war. In the Back of the Brief, we focus on a small town in Iceland as it braces for the potential impact of a volcanic eruption. Please reme...
Nov 15, 2023•21 min•Ep 55•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: A new report, delivered to President Biden and members of Congress, details Iran’s high-level influence and espionage operation within the U.S. government and the effect it's had on policies and public narratives concerning the regime. With winter fast approaching on the eastern front, we’ll take a look at both the challenges and opportunities it presents for Ukraine, and how their leadership plans to leverage the season to gain an upper hand on Rus...
Nov 14, 2023•10 min•Ep 54•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Tensions are rising within the White House, President Biden receives flak from his own administration over statements made concerning alleged war crimes in Gaza. US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin expresses concerns to Israel regarding its recent actions against Hezbollah and the rising tensions with Lebanon. The latest developments in the investigation into the sabotage of the Nord Stream pipeline — a story that's taken an unexpected turn. And in t...
Nov 14, 2023•16 min•Ep 53•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: Israel closes in on Al-Shifa Hospital, the largest medical facility in Gaza City, as intense fighting rages in the surrounding area. The hospital is believed to house large facilities and tunnel networks underneath that serve as an unofficial headquarters for Hamas leadership. U.S. escalates response to attacks on American troops in Iraq and Syria, striking two facilities in eastern Syria, likely killing or injuring several militants. Please remembe...
Nov 13, 2023•10 min•Ep 52•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Major news regarding hundreds of hostages being held by Hamas and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's firm stance: no leadership role for the Palestinian Authority in Gaza post-conflict. China capitalizes on the Gaza war to advance its geopolitical ambitions. San Francisco's race against time for a citywide cleanup before Chinese President Xi Jinping's high-profile visit. In the Back of the Brief, the scandal enveloping New York City's Mayor as the ...
Nov 13, 2023•21 min•Ep 51•Transcript available on Metacast On this Special Weekend Edition of the PDB, Mike Baker Speaks to First TV host Mike Slater about how our Intelligence Agencies Protect U.S. From Terror Threats. Plus, what exactly are sleeper cells? This interview was part of The First TV Special - America On Alert: Imminent Threat Watch the full special here --> https://www.thefirsttv.com/america-on-alert-imminent-threat/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 12, 2023•11 min•Ep 50•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Startling questions surrounding journalists from Reuters, The Associated Press, and CNN, and whether they had prior knowledge of the Hamas attacks in southern Israel on October 7th. American forces launch a second round of airstrikes against Iran-backed militias in retaliation to continued hostilities. Unpacking intelligence reports on Russia’s Wagner Group, and its potential plans to enhance Hezbollah’s capabilities with advanced air defense syste...
Nov 10, 2023•19 min•Ep 49•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: IDF's significant advance into Gaza City and the startling admissions from Hamas leaders regarding their motivations behind the October 7th attacks. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken's warnings to Israel about reoccupying Gaza, advocating for Palestinian Authority governance post-conflict. Positive shifts in U.S.-China relations ahead of a critical summit, with both nations indicating a readiness to ease tensions. Bipartisan action in Congress...
Nov 09, 2023•20 min•Ep 49•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief: We unpack Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's recent announcement that Israel may take a more assertive stance on Gaza’s security, signaling a potential shift away from long-standing policies. Dive into the dynamics between Russia and North Korea as South Korean intelligence sheds light on a lethal collaboration that could have global ramifications. Western powers and Russia step away from a key treaty meant to limit military deployments in Eastern...
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