The Bret Baier Podcast

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the United Nations last week in a speech that touted progress toward normalization with Saudi Arabia.   Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu joins Bret to discuss his thoughts on the Saudi's advancements over the last two decades and provides insight on what peace between Israel and Saudi Arabia could mean for the world.   Later, the Prime Minister...

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Saudi Arabia is one of the fastest growing nations on the planet, with the government leading initiatives to expand its energy production as well as open the country up to tourists around the globe.   Bret sits down with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to discuss the advancements the country has made in the past two decades, as well as the nation's efforts to normalize relations wi...

On this episode, Bret revisits a conversation with Founding Editor at Washington Free Beacon and AEI Senior Fellow Matthew Continetti, Founding Executive of Georgetown University's Institute of Politics and Public Service Mo Elleithee, and FOX News National Security Correspondent Jennifer Griffin to discuss President Biden's decision to carry out a drone strike on Al Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri...

The first week of the high-level General Debate for the United Nations General Assembly begins next week, with some members of Congress protesting the admittance of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi to the conference.   Congressman Jared Moskowitz (D-FL-23)and Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-SC-1) join to discuss their opposition to the Iranian President entering the nation on grounds that he has violat...

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy has announced that House Republicans will be launching a formal impeachment inquiry into President Biden as Congress returns to session. Meanwhile, there are just 11 days to pass a short-term funding bill to avoid a government shutdown.   Washington Bureau Chief for USA Today, Susan Page, member of the Wall Street Journal Editorial Board and Former Chief Speechwriter f...

As the Chinese Communist Party continues its aggression in the South China Sea against neighboring Taiwan, Congress and the White House have taken measures to deter any potential military threat to the island nation.   Congressman Mike Gallagher (R-WI-8) and Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL-8) join to discuss the efforts of the government to impose tariffs against Chinese trade goods and how...

Republican candidates continue to campaign ahead of the second Republican Primary debate hosted by FOX Business at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, California. Former President Trump continues to hold a firm lead in the polls in the wake of his criminal indictment in Georgia for his alleged efforts to overturn election results in the state.   FOX News Senior Political Analyst...

It has been over two years since the disastrous Afghanistan withdrawal, Bret sits down with Congressman Ro Khanna (D-CA) and Congressman Michael Waltz (R-FL) to discuss the recent Gold Star families who visited Capitol Hill to demand answers about the withdrawal. In addition, they weigh in on the emerging relationship with India, and how furthering that relationship can help push back against Chin...

Congress returns to session next week and will have a tall order to handle, avoiding a government shutdown by passing an interim spending bill. House Speaker McCarthy will have to form a coalition of Democrats and Republicans in the House in order to avoid the fiscal cliff.    Nationally syndicated talk show Host, Democratic Strategist, and FOX News Contributor Leslie Marshall, Chief Political Cor...

President Biden has been traveling across the nation touting the success of the Inflation Reduction Act, with many critics pointing out that the average American is struggling to afford basic necessities.   Congressman Scott Peters (D-CA-50) and Congressman Bill Huizenga (R-MI-4) join to discuss what cuts to the budget can be made to reel in federal spending and highlight the importance of reining...

Republican candidates make their final preparations for the first Republican debate of the 2024 Presidential Election hosted by FOX News Channel in Milwaukee, with the frontrunner and former President Donald Trump deciding that he will sit out of the debate.   Bret is joined by Anchor and Executive Editor of The Story With Martha MacCallum, host of The Untold Story Podcast, and Co-Moderator of the...

Less than one week remains until the first Republican Presidential Debate hosted by FOX News Channel in Milwaukee. Presidential Candidate Chris Christie joins to discuss his position in the primary, and what can be expected out of him on the debate stage.   The former New Jersey Governor explains how his position on the war on Ukraine differs from candidates like Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and...

With just one week until the first 2024 Presidential Debate hosted by the FOX News Channel in Milwaukee, former President Trump now faces charges in Georgia related to his alleged efforts to overturn election results in the state in 2020.   FOX News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams, FOX News Contributor and Host of the Ben Domenech Podcast Ben Domenech, and FOX News Audio Political Anchor an...

Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-WI-6) and Congressman Robert Garcia (D-CA-42) join Bret to provide an inside look at the National Security Subcommittee's hearing on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena, also known as Unidentified Flying Objects, and share their thoughts on whether they believe the government is in possession of extraterrestrial spacecraft.   Later, they share what bipartisan efforts the...

With just weeks until the first Republican Presidential Debate hosted by FOX News in Milwaukee, Republican candidates ready themselves for a stage that may or may not have the frontrunner and former President Donald Trump on it.   USA Today Washington Bureau Chief Susan Page, Chief Speech Writer for President George W. Bush and member of the Wall Street Journal Editorial Board William McGurn, and ...

With just weeks to go until the first 2023 Republican Presidential debate, hosted by FOX News, many candidates are looking to carve a path to the White House, as former President Trump continues to lead in the polls.   Florida Governor Ron DeSantis joins, as he discusses his 2024 presidential campaign, and why he believes he is the candidate for the job when it comes to unseating President Biden....

Former Hunter Biden business associate Devon Archer testified in a closed-door hearing before the House Oversight Committee, revealing that Hunter put his father, then Vice President Joe Biden, on dozens of his overseas business calls.   Chief Political Correspondent for The Washington Examiner Byron York, FOX News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams, and FOX News Audio Political Anchor and Was...

Congress has set its eyes on China as the Chinese Communist Party continues to extend its influence throughout Latin America. Congressman August Pfluger (R-TX-11) and Congressman Wiley Nickel (D-NC-13) join to discuss their recent trip to the region and share their thoughts on the immigration crisis, and fentanyl trafficking.   Later, they talk about China's investments in places like Brazil and C...

The House Oversight Committee led by Congressman James Comer (R-KY-1) has subpoenaed Biden business associate Devon Archer as the latest witness in their investigation into Hunter Biden's foreign business dealings.   Founding Editor of The Washington Free Beacon and AEI Resident Fellow Matthew Continetti, Democratic Strategist and Co-Host of The Five Jessica Tarlov, and FOX News Senior Congression...

Senator Chris Coons (D-DE) and Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) join to discuss the PROVE IT Act, which seeks to promote business by examining how green energy initiatives may be harming the competitiveness of American companies globally.   Later, the Senators talk about the bi-partisan support for Ukraine, and what the United States needs to do to secure critical minerals, as China extends its influen...

Former President Trump and his legal team were informed that he is the target of a federal legal probe into his alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 Presidential Election. FOX News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams, FOX News Contributor and Host of The Ben Domenech Podcast, Ben Domenech, and FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram sit down to discuss how the potential third i...

Congressman Mike Lawler (R-NY-17) and Congressman Jared Moskowitz (D-FL-23) join to discuss the bi-partisan SHIP Act, and how the legislation seeks to sanction companies and nations that import or export Iranian petroleum.   The Congressmen talk about how this bill could weaken the alliance between Iran, Russia, and China, the efforts of the United States to sanction Russia, and the dangers of Chi...

President Biden finds himself in Vilnius, Lithuania this week, as NATO meets to discuss ongoing goals, and weigh further action and support for Ukraine in its fight against Russia. While the President is overseas, Congress is back in session holding high-profile hearings throughout the week.   FOX News Contributor & Democratic Strategist Leslie Marshall, Former Chief Speechwriter for President Geo...

As Artificial Intelligence programs like ChatGPT move into mainstream use, Congress has held multiple hearings investigating the dangers that the technology may pose. Congressman Ted Lieu (D-CA-36) and Congressman Ken Buck (R-CO-4) join to discuss the concerns A.I. has caused, and what Congress is doing to promote innovation and safety in the industry.   The Congressmen explain the goal of their b...