In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: Federal prosecutors in the U.S. unveiled charges on Wednesday against a member of a Japanese organized crime syndicate that attempted to traffic nuclear materials from Thailand to Iran. Following weeks of political chaos in Pakistan following their contentious national election, details are emerging about the unconventional coalition government being formed inside the nuclear power. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The PDB...
Feb 22, 2024•10 min•Ep 196•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Farmer protests continue to sweep across Europe as the sector rebels against cheap Ukrainian agricultural imports and extreme environmental policies from the EU. Iran has reportedly sent more than 400 ballistic missiles to restock Russia's dwindling supplies for their war in Ukraine. Israel’s parliament roundly rejected international calls, including from the U.S., to establish a Palestinian state in the region during a recent session. In our 'Back...
Feb 22, 2024•18 min•Ep 195•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: There are fresh concerns regarding reports that Russia may pursue space-based nuclear weapons that could shut down everything from military communications to civilian phone-based services and apps if detonated. The Kremlin continues to vehemently deny the reports. We’ll discuss the latest regarding the U.S. border crisis, as another Republican governor has announced they are deploying troops to aid Texas. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed ...
Feb 21, 2024•10 min•Ep 194•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We begin with a critical update from the International Atomic Energy Agency, reporting Iran's continued enrichment of uranium close to weapons-grade levels, challenging UN mandates and escalating global tensions. Our focus shifts to new sanctions against Russia in response to the death of Alexei Navalny, a prominent critic of Vladimir Putin, amidst revelations of India's financial boon to Russia by becoming its largest crude oil purchaser. Delving ...
Feb 21, 2024•18 min•Ep 193•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: In one of the most damaging attacks on shipping vessels in the Red Sea to date, the Iran-backed Houthis forced the crew of a British cargo vessel to abandon ship after a missile strike severely damaged their boat. We’ll discuss an internal memo circulated by Secretary of State Anthony Blinken that calls gender a social construct and implores employees to refrain from “misgendering” their colleagues. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this e...
Feb 20, 2024•12 min•Ep 192•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We delve into the tensions in the Middle East as Israel faces international pressure to agree to a temporary ceasefire with Hamas, aiming to avoid a potential invasion of the city of Rafah. We explore the new bipartisan foreign aid bill introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives, detailing the proposed financial support for Ukraine and Israel amidst global conflicts. We examine the escalating border crisis in Texas, where Governor Greg Abbott ...
Feb 20, 2024•19 min•Ep 191•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: A remarkable shift in the Middle East as attacks on US forces by Iranian-backed militias in Iraq and Syria see a significant decline. We explore what’s driving this unexpected change. The focus shifts to Ukraine, where Russian forces celebrate their largest triumph in months, seizing control of Avdiivka amidst the ongoing conflict. Afghanistan's security situation deteriorates with a noted resurgence of al-Qaeda activities, challenging the region’s...
Feb 19, 2024•17 min•Ep 190•Transcript available on Metacast In this special edition of The President's Daily Brief, Mike Baker dives into the PDB mail bag to answer your burning questions. 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
Feb 17, 2024•15 min•Ep 189•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: Trouble is once again brewing in the Caucasus, as Armenia accuses Azerbaijan of fomenting war in the region after a deadly clash at the border this week. We’ll discuss the tragic news out of Russia, where Alexey Navalny, the leading opposition leader to Vladimir Putin, died Friday at an Arctic penal colony. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin. Email: PDB@TheFirstTV.com Learn more about your ad choic...
Feb 16, 2024•11 min•Ep 188•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We uncover a new angle on the 2016 Russian-collusion investigation with insights from independent journalists. We discuss the Israeli government's stance on Palestinian statehood and its implications for future peace. Vladimir Putin announces his preferred candidate for the 2024 U.S. presidential election, stirring international debate. Our 'Back of the Brief' segment examines Iran's audacious claim over the South Pole. Please remember to subscribe...
Feb 16, 2024•17 min•Ep 187•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: A senior Republican lawmaker caused quite a stir in Washington on Wednesday after he warned of a serious national security threat involving Russian ambitions for a space-based nuclear weapon. We’ll discuss a plan from U.S. immigration officials to release thousands of detained migrants in order to cover a severe budget shortfall. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin. Email: PDB@TheFirstTV.com Learn m...
Feb 15, 2024•10 min•Ep 186•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Negotiations for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas continue to drag on as mediators struggle to bridge the divide between the two sides on a number of critical issues. Kim Jong Un is once again engaging in provocations on the Korean peninsula, firing multiple cruise missiles into the sea on Wednesday. The Ukrainian military has scored another major naval victory against Russian forces off the coast of Crimea, sinking a large Russian landing ship...
Feb 15, 2024•18 min•Ep 185•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives successfully voted Tuesday to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas over his handling of the border crisis. Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas has called on Hamas to quickly agree to a prisoner deal with Israel, saying he hopes this will spare Palestinian lives from the ongoing war. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin. Emai...
Feb 14, 2024•11 min•Ep 184•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Estonia’s foreign intelligence service is warning that the Putin regime plans to double the Russian troop presence along the NATO border, and is gearing up for a potential war with Europe within the next decade. Pakistan was recently thrown into political chaos following national elections last week that left no clear winner, resulting in a hung parliament. We'll discuss the latest developments. Farmers across Europe continue to rally against their...
Feb 14, 2024•18 min•Ep 183•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: As tensions on Israel’s northern border with Lebanon continue to flare, French officials have stepped in to offer a de-escalation plan in hopes of avoiding a full-blown war between Israeli forces and Iranian-backed Hezbollah militants. After much uncertainty, the Senate passed a $95 billion foreign aid package that includes fresh funding for Ukraine, but the bill faces an uncertain future as it moves to the House. Please remember to subscribe if you...
Feb 13, 2024•12 min•Ep 182•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: A fiery report from Axios reveals a tense clash between President Joe Biden and his staff over border policy issues, highlighting internal strife. We delve into Israel's intricate evacuation plans for Palestinian civilians ahead of its impending military push into Rafah. Elon Musk faces new controversy as SpaceX's satellite internet terminals are reportedly in Russian possession in Ukraine. We bring you the latest health status of Secretary of Defe...
Feb 13, 2024•18 min•Ep 181•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: An overnight operation in the city of Rafah by Israeli forces freed two hostages being held by Hamas, though the action is drawing intense criticism. As the crisis at the southern border continues, we’ll look at the record illegal crossings currently being seen in northern states as migrants take advantage of the porous border with Canada. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin. Email: PDB@TheFirstTV.c...
Feb 12, 2024•12 min•Ep 180•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We delve into the escalating tensions in the Middle East as the Israel Defense Forces gear up for a significant offensive in the city of Raffa, while Egypt sends a severe warning that could disrupt long-standing peace. An examination of the Ukrainian aid bill that's carving its path through the U.S. Senate and its potential collision course with the Republican-majority House. A revealing look at Mexican drug cartels and their alleged efforts to cre...
Feb 12, 2024•20 min•Ep 179•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Host Mike Baker joins Mike Slater on The First TV for a discussion about Joe Biden's border policy. Baker dives into how the open border can lead to serious threats to America's infrastructure. Mike and Mike also examine the different approaches to Ukraine from both the Trump and Biden administration. Is one better suited to handle it than the other? Plus, Mike Slater introduces the PDB audience to his own podcast, Politics By Faith. Slater takes t...
Feb 10, 2024•20 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: Iraq has condemned the latest U.S. strike within their borders and said the action may cause them to accelerate the removal of U.S-led coalition forces from the country. A briefing from U.S. intelligence officials to lawmakers on Capitol Hill this week has raised doubts about whether Israel can achieve their stated objected of eliminating Hamas. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin. Email: PDB@TheFir...
Feb 09, 2024•13 min•Ep 177•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has officially removed his top general from his post leading the country’s military in a significant leadership shake-up. Russia is increasingly relying on North Korean made ballistic missiles for their war effort in Ukraine, prompting outrage this week from U.S. diplomats at the UN. U.S.-backed forces in Syria are making a plea for greater military aid in the wake of a deadly drone attack by Iranian-backed mi...
Feb 09, 2024•19 min•Ep 176•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: U.S. forces killed a top commander of the most powerful Iran-backed militia in Iraq in a strike Wednesday evening, in the latest retaliation for the deadly attack on U.S. troops in Jordan. We’ll discuss Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s response to Hamas’s lengthy list of demands as tense negotiations for a ceasefire in Gaza continue. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin. Email: PDB@TheFirs...
Feb 08, 2024•10 min•Ep 175•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We begin with the latest from Ukraine, where Ukrainian troops, despite escalating challenges, achieve a notable victory against the Russian Navy. We delve into a disturbing report from an Iranian watchdog organization, revealing that Iran could potentially assemble a nuclear weapon within a week, given its current stockpile of weapons-grade uranium. We examine the fallout of the failed Israeli aid package in the GOP-controlled House, and the Senate...
Feb 08, 2024•17 min•Ep 174•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: House Republicans suffered a major defeat on Tuesday, losing their vote to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas over the border crisis. We’ll discuss Hamas's response to the ceasefire plan for Gaza and the militant group’s lengthy list of demands. 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
Feb 07, 2024•13 min•Ep 173•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We delve into the resilience of Houthi militants in the Red Sea, despite intensified airstrikes by the US and UK. Discover the role of an Iranian spy ship providing the Houthis with real-time intelligence. Tragic updates from Gaza reveal the grim fate of hostages held by Hamas, with Israel announcing the presumed death of nearly a quarter of those captured. On Capitol Hill, the deadlock persists as Senate Republicans unite to obstruct bipartisan bo...
Feb 07, 2024•18 min•Ep 172•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: Wildfires left communities across central Chile devastated over the weekend, with the current death toll estimated to be at least 122 people. New York City Mayor Eric Adams is facing criticism over a proposal to give prepaid debit cards to 500 migrant families for purchasing groceries. 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...
Feb 06, 2024•11 min•Ep 171•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: A war of words has erupted between the US and Israeli governments after President Biden reportedly launched into an expletive-laden tirade against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. An Iranian-supported militant group has executed a deadly drone strike on an American base in Syria. A united front in Texas: over a dozen US governors join forces with Governor Greg Abbott. Together, they show support for Abbott's new initiatives to strengthen ...
Feb 06, 2024•18 min•Ep 170•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: After a months-long deadlock, the U.S. Senate unveiled a bipartisan border security and foreign aid bill on Sunday despite staunch opposition from Republican leaders in the House. We’ll discuss the latest from Ukraine, where President Volodymyr Zelensky appears to be moving forward with plans to remove Valery Zaluzhny, the head of Ukraine’s military, from power. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin. ...
Feb 05, 2024•11 min•Ep 169•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We dive into the US's response to the recent deadly attack on its troops, launching retaliatory strikes against Iranian-linked militias in Iraq and Syria. Mike break down the targets hit and those spared, by this weekend's bombings. We’ll the coordinated efforts by the US and EU against Yemen-based Houthi militants, detailing the fresh attacks that occurred on Saturday. Turning our focus to Gaza, we'll explore Hamas's movements in the northern encl...
Feb 05, 2024•17 min•Ep 165•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: Governor Ron DeSantis is throwing his hat into the standoff at the Texas border, ordering as many as 1,000 Florida National Guard and State Guard members to assist the Lone Star state amid their battle with the Biden administration. A powerful Iranian-backed militia in Iraq and part of Iran’s so called “axis of resistance” in the region has broken with fellow militant group Kataib Hezbollah and vowed continued strikes on U.S. forces in the region. P...
Feb 02, 2024•11 min•Ep 164•Transcript available on Metacast 
