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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Jul 17, 2024 • 14min
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | July 17th, 2024: Secret Service Failures & Hamas's War Crimes
Discussion on Secret Service failures and demands for resignation due to security lapses at a rally. Human Rights Organization determines war crimes committed by Hamas militants during attacks on Israel.
Jul 17, 2024 • 19min
July 17th, 2024: Mystery Assassin, Iran’s Plot Against Trump, & Menendez Convicted
In this episode, we uncover the mystery behind the failed assassination attempt on President Trump by Thomas Matthew Crooks, while also exploring the internal pressures faced by Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar. Additionally, Senator Bob Menendez is convicted in a corruption case, and Democrats continue to push for Biden to step aside as their nominee.
Jul 16, 2024 • 13min
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | July 16th, 2024: Security Failures Mount In Assassination Attempt Aftermath & Senior North Korean Diplomat Defects
Exploring security failures leading to an assassination attempt on former President Trump, highlighting missed opportunities and breakdowns. Discussing the defection of a senior North Korean diplomat in Cuba to South Korea and its implications on Kim Jong-un's regime.
Jul 16, 2024 • 22min
July 16th, 2024: Secret Service Scrutiny, Syrian Strikes, & Socialist Sinks
Director of the Secret Service, Kimberly Cheatle, faces scrutiny after an attempted assassination on Donald Trump. Podcast covers airstrikes in Syria, tensions in Gaza, Venezuelan election drama, and J.D. Vance's alignment with Trump's policies on foreign policy, immigration, and trade.
Jul 15, 2024 • 13min
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | July 15th, 2024: New Assassination Attempt Questions & Judge Dismisses Trump Classified Documents Case
Discussing the aftermath of the assassination attempt on Donald Trump, including security failures. Florida judge dismisses Trump's classified documents trial. Controversy over the legality of the special counsel's appointment and its impact on national security.
Jul 15, 2024 • 18min
July 15th, 2024: Security Lapses, International Outrage, & EU vs. Elon
The podcast discusses a security lapse allowing an assassination attempt on former President Trump, global outrage, IDF action against Hamas, and the EU filing charges against Elon Musk for social media deception.
Jul 14, 2024 • 7min
The Attempt on Trump’s Life: A PDB Special Bulletin | July 14th, 2024
The podcast discusses the recent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump during a campaign rally, detailing the shooting incident, security failures, suspect information, media speculation, and challenges with misinformation. It also explores the complexities of a security breakdown during a political figure's life-threatening event, touching on the impact of calls for civility on political discourse, ongoing investigations, and the need for reflection on the current state of affairs.
Jul 13, 2024 • 53min
PDB Situation Report | July 13, 2024: NATO Summit Insights & Chinese Spy Bases in Cuba
Retired Rear Adm. Mark Montgomery discusses NATO summit insights and Chinese spy bases in Cuba. Topics include Biden's mental acuity, NATO support for Ukraine, China's presence in Cuba, and China's economic espionage.
Jul 12, 2024 • 14min
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | July 12, 2024: Germany Foils Kremlin Assassination Plot & Israeli Military Under Scrutiny Over 7 October Failures
German arms manufacturer in Ukraine targeted in assassination plot by Putin regime. Israeli military faces scrutiny over 7 October failures during Hamas attacks. Russian intelligence activities in Germany and Ukraine reveal espionage operations.
Jul 12, 2024 • 22min
July 12th, 2024: Gaza Ceasefire Breakthrough, China Rebukes NATO, & US Hypersonic Missiles In Germany
Middle East makes progress towards Gaza ceasefire, China criticizes NATO, Russia threatens response to US missiles in Germany. China escalates tensions with Taiwan in South China Sea. Global military tensions rise with Belarus supporting Russia, US-Germany missile deployment sparking fears of arms race.
