In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: A U.S.-led coalition has struck back at Houthi militants in Yemen, launching dozens of airstrikes targeting radar and air defense systems, as well as missile storage and launch sites. We provide a preview of the pivotal presidential election this weekend in Taiwan, which will determine what direction the country moves regarding relations with China at a moment of intensely high tensions in the region. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this...
Jan 12, 2024•11 min•Ep 133•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We uncover unsettling revelations from US officials reported by Politico, indicating that Hezbollah may be plotting to attack American targets both overseas and on US soil. The mystery surrounding the three-day absence of US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin thickens, with the Pentagon's chief internal watchdog initiating an official inquiry into the circumstances. We bring you the latest developments on last week's twin bombings in Iran, as author...
Jan 12, 2024•17 min•Ep 132•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: Maritime tensions are once again flaring as the Iranian Navy seized an oil tanker off the coast of Oman. The vessel that was seized, the St. Nikolas, has been at the heart of a dispute between Iran and the United States for two years. We return to the territorial dispute in South America, where the U.S. is helping Guyana bolster their military capabilities amid concerns about Venezuela’s future plans regarding the oil rich region of Essequibo. Pleas...
Jan 11, 2024•10 min•Ep 131•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We delve into the escalating tensions at sea, as the Houthis launch their most significant offensive yet on commercial shipping in the Red Sea, reinforcing the trepidation that grips many shipping lines over traversing the region. The heat turns up on Capitol Hill with the House Homeland Security Committee initiating impeachment hearings against DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, closely following the shocking news of a vast number of migrants gaini...
Jan 11, 2024•20 min•Ep 130•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: The U.S. and her allies are condemning Russia’s increasingly cozy military relationship with the North Korean regime, as Putin continues to reign ballistic missiles down on the people of Ukraine. Iraq is requesting a negotiated exit of U.S-led military force from the country, describing their presence as destabilizing amid regional spillover from the Gaza war. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin. Em...
Jan 10, 2024•10 min•Ep 129•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: The international spotlight turns to the Middle East as Israeli lawyers prepare for a historic battle at the International Court of Justice, with accusations of genocide linked to the Gaza war taking center stage. We delve into the mysterious illness of Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin that led to his sudden absence, and discuss the implications of the White House's subsequent call for a protocol review. Drama in South America, where the escape of a ...
Jan 10, 2024•18 min•Ep 128•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: Tensions rise as IDF and Hezbollah exchange more cross-border strikes, with Blinken seeking to prevent escalation. Putin brings back Stalin’s “SMERSH” to combat espionage. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. Email: PDB@TheFirstTV.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 09, 2024•9 min•Ep 127•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Yoav Gallant, Israeli Defense Minister, offers the most substantial hints to date, suggesting a shift towards a lower intensity conflict in Gaza. Uncovering the mystery behind Lloyd Austin’s recent three-day absence and the lack of communication with the White House during his hospitalization. A deep dive into the alarming shortage of Patriot missiles for Ukraine's defense forces, as they continue to battle the Russian invasion. The latest developm...
Jan 09, 2024•16 min•Ep 126•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: We dissect Israel's strategic and high-profile strike against Hezbollah, which resulted in the death of a high-ranking commander from the group's elite special operations unit, escalating regional tensions. We delve into the recent US Intelligence Assessment that has brought to light significant corruption within China's armed forces, prompting a major purge of the People's Liberation Army. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of...
Jan 08, 2024•10 min•Ep 125•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We analyze the White House's efforts to prevent further escalation in the Middle East as Israel considers a broader offensive. A deep dive into the repercussions of Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's failure to inform the White House about his hospitalization. Insights into the potential thaw in the economic freeze at the Ukraine-Poland border. An update on last week's coverage of the Israeli government's alleged covert resettlement talks. Please rem...
Jan 08, 2024•17 min•Ep 124•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: A look at the latest intelligence regarding Russia’s use of North Korean ballistic missiles in Ukraine, and the Putin regime’s plans to source additional munitions and missiles from Iran. Iran says they have begun arresting suspects linked to the deadly suicide attack by ISIS that left more than 80 dead and nearly 300 injured. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin. Email: PDB@TheFirstTV.com Learn more...
Jan 05, 2024•10 min•Ep 123•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We explore new strategies for a post-war Gaza and what life may look like for the Palestinian people once Hamas is no longer in control. We gain rare insights into North Korean politics with details from South Korean intelligence on the likely successor to the Kim Dynasty. We discuss the significance of over 200 active and retired U.S. service members signing an open letter that demands accountability from military leaders on the enforcement of the...
Jan 05, 2024•19 min•Ep 122•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: We'll examine two unfolding stories from the Middle East: a U.S. drone strike in Baghdad that eliminated the leader of a terrorist militia, and the latest updates on the twin blasts that claimed the lives of dozens in Iran yesterday. The U.S. Department of Justice has launched a lawsuit against the state of Texas, challenging its recent actions to curb the influx of migrants at the southern border. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this ep...
Jan 04, 2024•13 min•Ep 121•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We dive into the latest assault by Houthi rebels on a commercial ship in the Red Sea and break down how this could hit closer to home than you think. US intelligence sheds light on the dual-purpose use of Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza, confirming its role as a Hamas command center. We analyze the implications of BRICS expanding its influence by welcoming Iran and Saudi Arabia into its fold. In our Back of the Brief segment, we uncover the scandal shaki...
Jan 04, 2024•19 min•Ep 120•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: A major terrorist attack in Iran on Wednesday at a ceremony marking the 4th anniversary of the assassination of Qassem Suleimani left more 100 people dead. New Jersey Senator Bob Menendez faces new charges of accepting bribes and using his influence to help the government of Qatar. 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/adc...
Jan 03, 2024•10 min•Ep 119•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We uncover the details of the Israeli military's strategic operation that neutralized a key Hamas figure, escalating tensions in the Middle East. We discuss President Xi Jinping's startling admission about China's economic struggles in his New Year's Eve speech, a first in his tenure. We recount the shocking assault on South Korean opposition leader Lee Jae-myung and his narrow escape from what could have been a fatal incident. Our coverage extends...
Jan 03, 2024•21 min•Ep 118•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: We'll discuss North Korea, where Kim Jong Un is ringing in the New Year by issuing a fresh round of nuclear threats and vowing to never reunify with South Korea. A look at the latest developments in Ukraine, where winter air strikes are escalating between Moscow and Kyiv amid a stalemate on the front lines of the conflict. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin. Email: PDB@TheFirstTV.com Learn more abo...
Jan 02, 2024•11 min•Ep 117•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Israel rings in the New Year with a strategic pivot, announcing the withdrawal of several thousand troops from Gaza, the most substantial de-escalation since the ongoing conflict erupted. Tensions mount in the Red Sea with a significant US military action against the Houthi forces, sinking three boats during an attempted maritime hijacking. A natural disaster in Japan leads to widespread destruction; thousands find themselves in shelters following ...
Jan 02, 2024•18 min•Ep 116•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: We'll discuss the latest in the ongoing territorial dispute in South America, where Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro is deploying thousands of troops near the border of Guyana for defensive exercises in response to an approaching British warship. A New Year's message from Mike Baker. 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.f...
Dec 29, 2023•12 min•Ep 115•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We delve into the escalating situation at the US-Mexico border, where a significant surge in illegal arrivals persists, challenging border security measures. We assess the stability and effectiveness of the new maritime task force deployed in the Red Sea, aimed at safeguarding commercial vessels from the threat of Houthi attacks. We analyze Russian President Putin's command of so-called revenge raids following Ukraine's successful strike against a ...
Dec 29, 2023•20 min•Ep 114•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: A look at the latest developments regarding the alarming behavior of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, who appears intent on inflaming tensions with the U.S. and South Korea. We’ll discuss Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s meeting with Mexico’s president on the U.S. border crisis, which comes as the Biden administration faces intensifying criticism from both parties for his handling of the migrant surge. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed ...
Dec 28, 2023•11 min•Ep 113•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We explore a proposal by Egyptian officials to halt the Israel-Hamas conflict and examine the detailed steps outlined in this potential path to peace. The power grid in Ukraine faces a critical hit from Russian drones and artillery, just as Ukraine sinks a Russian warship. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Homeland Security Chief Alejandro Mayorkas engage with Mexican President Obrador on the escalating crisis at the U.S. southern border. In th...
Dec 28, 2023•20 min•Ep 112•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: The U.N.’s nuclear watchdog is sounding the alarm after discovering that Iran has accelerated their efforts over the last month to enrichment large quantities of uranium in pursuit of nuclear weapons. Houthi militants continue to escalate their attacks in the Red Sea, challenging the efforts of a multinational naval coalition aimed at safeguarding commercial traffic in the region. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The PDB A...
Dec 27, 2023•12 min•Ep 111•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: The U.N. group in charge of humanitarian aid in Gaza is under fresh scrutiny as evidence mounts that Hamas is in direct control of the organization. Iran is threatening payback against Israel after the death of a senior IRGC officer in an alleged Israeli airstrike. Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny has been found in a remote Arctic prison after vanishing for more than two weeks. In our 'Back of the Brief' segment, Congresswoman Alexandria Oc...
Dec 27, 2023•18 min•Ep 110•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of the PDB Afternoon Bulletin: We unpack a tense Christmas morning as US troops in Iraq faced a drone attack, prompting a forceful response against an Iraq-based militia. The latest in the tit-for-tat exchanges with Iranian-backed factions in the region. Turning to the home front, we dive into the wave of major protests that swept through New York City and Washington DC. Pro-Palestinian demonstrators' chants of “Christmas is canceled” echoed as they clashed with law enforcement, ...
Dec 26, 2023•10 min•Ep 109•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We delve into the escalating conflict in the Red Sea as Houthi rebels intensify their attacks on commercial shipping, uncovering the story behind this formidable insurgent group. A revealing report points to Iranian paramilitary forces actively supporting Houthi proxies in Yemen, raising questions about their influence and objectives. North Korea's new power plant sparks international concern; we analyze how this could significantly enhance their n...
Dec 26, 2023•17 min•Ep 108•Transcript available on Metacast Mike Baker offers a Christmas message for listeners of the President’s Daily Brief. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 25, 2023•5 min•Ep 107•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: Valery Gerasimov, chief of the Russian general staff, revealed at a briefing on Thursday that Russia has established “comprehensive” defense cooperation with the North Korean regime, in the latest sign the belligerent powers are aligning their interests. As we head into the Christmas holiday, we bring you a message of forgiveness from the mother of a hostage accidentally killed by members of the IDF. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this ...
Dec 22, 2023•9 min•Ep 106•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Israeli officials send mixed signals on Gaza's future post-Hamas. We delve into the impact of these contradictory statements. We cover the startling tactics of young Iranian women trained by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard, who are sending provocative photos to IDF members for intel. After over a year of silence, US and Chinese military officers reopen dialogue. We analyze the significance of this communication. In the Back of the Brief, Texas take...
Dec 22, 2023•18 min•Ep 105•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: A shadowy international criminal network has been unmasked for their role in the illegal procurement of U.S. technologies for the Iranian regime’s drone program. With the war in Ukraine raging for just under two years, we’ll take a look at the brutal conditions Ukrainian and Russian soldiers are facing on the front lines. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin. Email: PDB@TheFirstTV.com Learn more abou...
Dec 21, 2023•11 min•Ep 104•Transcript available on Metacast 
