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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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Nov 21, 2023 • 11min
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | November 21st, 2023: Iran's Hypersonic Missile & Discontent at Biden's Defense Department
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 Afternoon Bulletin. Email: PDB@TheFirstTV.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 21, 2023 • 17min
November 21st, 2023: Another Hospital Siege, Adams Investigated, & Biden Dodges a Bullet
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 avoided repercussions in the controversy over his handling of classified documents. 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

Nov 20, 2023 • 12min
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | November 20th, 2023: High Sea Houthi Hijacking & Outsider Upset in Argentina
Houthi militants hijacked an Israeli-linked cargo ship, fueling concerns of a larger regional war. Libertarian Javier Milei pulled off an upset victory in Argentina's presidential election, signaling a significant shift in the political landscape.

Nov 20, 2023 • 16min
November 20th, 2023: Biden's Gaza Proposal, Hostage Hopes, & Hamas’ Hospital
President Biden's perspective on the future of Gaza, potential breakthrough in Israel-Hamas conflict, Hamas activities within al-Shifa hospital, tensions between Australia and China

Nov 17, 2023 • 17min
November 17th, 2023: Atomic Ambitions, Menacing Missiles, & Domestic Discord
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-Palestinian protesters targeting the DNC headquarters in a surge of violence. 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

Nov 17, 2023 • 13min
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | November 17th, 2023: CCP Biolabs in America & TikTok Love for Bin Laden
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 this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin. Email: PDB@TheFirstTV.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 16, 2023 • 12min
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | November 16th, 2023: Al-Shifa Hospital Captured & The Xi-Biden Summit
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@TheFirstTV.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 16, 2023 • 16min
November 16th, 2023: Fossil Fuel Fraud, Erdogan’s Anger, & Assad’s Arrest Warrant
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 landmark decision by a French court as it issues an arrest warrant for Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, charging him with war crimes and crimes against humanity.
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Nov 15, 2023 • 12min
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | November 15th, 2023: China's Disinformation Campaign & Russia's Staggering Military Losses
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 • 21min
November 15th, 2023: Xi-Biden Summit, Hospital Standoff, & Iceland On Edge
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.
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