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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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Sep 25, 2023 • 17min
September 25th, 2023: Senate Scandals, Long Range Missiles, and D.C. Deadlines
In this episode of "The President's Daily Brief": New Jersey Senator Robert Menendez, chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, faces serious charges including bribery, fraud, and extortion. Amidst the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, President Joe Biden promises new missiles to Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, a move that could pivot the dynamics on the ground. The clock is ticking in Washington D.C. as lawmakers hurry to avert a government shutdown. Find out the implications and the stakes in this political tightrope. And in the Back of the Brief, uncover the intriguing story of Canada’s allegations against India concerning a Sikh activist's murder on Canadian soil. Unravel how Canada, with the help of the 'Five Eyes Alliance,' unearthed these shocking details. 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

Sep 22, 2023 • 16min
September 22nd, 2023: Arms Race Alert, Diplomatic Duels, and Workers on the Warpath
Saudi Arabia's warning of a looming arms race with Iran, Poland halting weapon supplies to Ukraine, diplomatic tensions between Canada and India, and the United Auto Workers considering expanding their strike.

Sep 21, 2023 • 17min
September 21st, 2023: Fractured Alliances, Climate Calls, and Pennsylvania's Voting Gamble
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We spotlight a potentially fracturing alliance between Ukraine and Poland as they navigate a tricky grain crisis. With a key ally looking shaky, what lies ahead for Ukraine? Amid the diplomatic maneuvers at the UN General Assembly, UN Chief Guterres issues a dire warning. The Biden Administration introduces its ambitious American Climate Corps program. Is this America's answer to climate concerns, or is it just creating an army of paid progressive activists? In our Back of the Brief segment, Pennsylvania revamps its voter registration system. With residents now automatically registered to vote when they receive a driver's license, we question whether this strengthens election security or simply stirs more debates. 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

Sep 20, 2023 • 15min
September 20th, 2023: Murder Mysteries, Military Moves, and Senate Makeovers
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
A chilling murder mystery is unfolding in Canada. Was India complicit in the assassination of a Sikh activist? With ties to a controversial movement on Canadian soil, the incident could have widespread international consequences.
With more than 150 Chinese warplanes hovering near Taiwan within a week, tensions are escalating between Taiwan and China.
At the UN General Assembly, Ukrainian President Zelensky and U.S. President Biden come together, urging for more global backing in Ukraine's fight against Russian advances.
And in the Back of the Brief, is the U.S. Senate about to embrace a more casual look? Majority Leader Chuck Schumer certainly thinks so, taking a leaf out of Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman's distinctive fashion book.
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Sep 19, 2023 • 17min
September 19th, 2023. Prisoner Exchanges, Political Gatherings, and Mystery in the Skies
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
Five Americans make their way home after a significant prisoner exchange in Iran — but there's a catch, as the nation pushes back against nuclear oversight.
The political arena heats up in New York City with the United Nations General Assembly, and we'll break down what's on the agenda.
Over in Ukraine, it's out with the old as President Zelensky makes sweeping changes in the defense ministry.
In the 'Back of the Brief' segment: a state-of-the-art U.S. fighter jet goes AWOL, while a Chinese 'spy' balloon's secrets float to the surface.
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Sep 18, 2023 • 16min
September 18th, 2023: Auto Strikes, Far East Mysteries, and Border Breakthroughs
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: • The unprecedented strike by the United Auto Workers against America's top three automakers. Discover why this standoff is more than just an industry dispute. • Journey with Mike to the Far East, where mysteries surround China's defense minister and alarms sound over Kim Jong Un's Russian rendezvous. • The Department of Homeland Security announces a record-breaking intervention, stopping 160 individuals on the terror watchlist from illegally entering the US. 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

Sep 15, 2023 • 16min
September 15th, 2023: Indictments, AI Oversight, and China's Naval Surge
In this episode of "The President's Daily Brief":
We start in Delaware, where Hunter Biden faces unprecedented charges, marking the first time a sitting president's child has been indicted by the Justice Department. This explosive development comes after a collapsed plea deal and could severely impact President Biden's 2024 reelection campaign.
We take you inside the closed doors of the U.S. Senate, where top tech execs rally behind government regulations on Artificial Intelligence.
Plus, a significant attack in occupied Crimea should allay the fears of Space X’s Elon Musk.
In the Back of the Brief, a leaked U.S. Naval Intelligence report that reveals China’s alarming naval expansion rate, now outpacing U.S. production.
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Sep 14, 2023 • 14min
September 14th, 2023: Cold War Echoes: Putin’s Meeting with Kim & Nature’s Fury in North Africa
In this episode of "The President's Daily Brief":
A new alliance stirs as Kim Jong Un and Vladimir Putin meet in Russia, hinting at an ammunition deal that might boost Moscow's efforts in Ukraine.
Nature’s fury tests Libya and Morocco.
An update on Elon Musk's contentious decision in occupied Crimea as a key Democratic lawmaker is demanding an investigation.
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Sep 13, 2023 • 17min
September 13th, 2023: House Speaker Kevin McCarthy Pushes for President Joe Biden's Impeachment
In this episode of "The President's Daily Brief": The Biden administration's decision to release $6 billion in frozen Iranian funds and its implications for detained Americans in Iran. What will Iran do with this significant windfall? Whistleblower testimony reveals the CIA's alleged attempts to influence the narrative on COVID-19's origins in a Wuhan lab. Plus, as House Speaker Kevin McCarthy pushes for President Joe Biden's impeachment, delve into allegations concerning the Biden family's international business ties. A monumental lithium deposit discovery on the Nevada-Oregon border that promises to revolutionize the electric vehicle industry and the global powerplay in lithium production. 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

Sep 12, 2023 • 16min
September 12th, 2023: UK Police Arrest Alleged Chinese Spies
In this episode of "The President's Daily Brief": Elon Musk turns down Kyiv's urgent plea for Starlink access in Crimea, igniting a widespread debate on the ethical responsibilities of private corporations in global conflicts. Should business leaders be neutral arbiters or active participants in international disputes? Kim Jong Un leaves Pyongyang aboard his armored train for a crucial meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. What geopolitical ramifications could this high-stakes discussion have? President Biden burns out in the final leg of his recent overseas tour—did it achieve its intended objectives? In the Back of the Brief, a thrilling tale of international espionage as UK police arrest alleged Chinese spies. What does this mean for UK-China relations? Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of the President's Daily Brief. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


