The President's Daily Brief

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: The latest developments in the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk—with the suspected shooter now in custody. Retired FBI Agent James Gagliano joins us for his insight. Later, Israel carries out a strike in Doha, the capital of Qatar. It’s a dramatic escalation that’s drawn sharp reaction across the region. Clifford May, founder and president of t...

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Despite opposition from local leaders, the Department of Homeland Security has launched a major offensive against criminal aliens in the city of Chicago. We’ll have the latest details on Operation Midway Blitz. A deal brokered by the U.S. sees the release of dozens of political prisoners in Belarus. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium mem...

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: The manhunt is on for Charlie Kirk’s killer, as investigators release new clues about the suspect behind the attack. The UN Security Council is set to meet after Poland says Russian drones violated its airspace, sparking fresh fears of escalation. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer sacks his ambassador to Washington after newly uncovered emails reveal ti...

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: The CIA’s covert war in Mexico comes to light. A new Reuters investigation reveals how America’s spy agency is secretly training elite Mexican units to hunt cartel bosses. President Trump presses the European Union to slap tariffs on Chinese and Indian goods, part of his broader effort to squeeze Russia over the war in Ukraine. To listen to the show a...

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Conservative commentator Charlie Kirk was shot and killed while speaking at Utah Valley University. Leaders across the political spectrum have condemned the attack as an unacceptable act of political violence. Poland’s Prime Minister warns his nation is at its greatest risk of open conflict since World War Two, after Russian drones crossed into Polis...

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First up—as we struggle with the issue of internet censorship here in the West, a country in Asia, Nepal, is offering us a glimpse into where that road can lead—straight into violence and political revolt. Later in the show—Ukraine uncovers over 30 foreign-made parts inside a Russian missile. What that discovery tells us about the cracks in sanctions....

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: The Gaza war spreads to the Gulf, where Israel has targeted Hamas leaders in Qatar—one of the key nations involved in mediating a potential ceasefire. Over 600 suspected members of the Sinaloa Cartel are behind bars tonight after a nationwide DEA operation. North Korea claims a breakthrough in its missile program, with Kim Jong Un personally overseei...

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: A major political shakeup in Europe—France’s government has collapsed for the second time in less than a year, leaving the country paralyzed as its debt crisis deepens. Later in the show—Venezuela’s strongman may be blinking. President Nicolás Maduro has pledged to fight drug trafficking—a move that looks a lot like a concession to Washington’s demand...

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: As Moscow ramps up its aerial attacks on Kyiv, Russia is massing 100,000 troops in Donetsk, fueling fears that a major new offensive may be imminent. President Trump vows harsher sanctions on Russia after this weekend’s strikes on the Ukrainian capital—but questions remain about whether he’ll follow through. One of the deadliest shootings in Jerusale...

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: Newly unsealed court records reveal exactly what FBI agents seized from the home of former National Security Adviser John Bolton. The Trump administration announces a new executive order targeting countries that wrongfully detain Americans, with penalties aimed at governments that use U.S. citizens as bargaining chips. To listen to the show ad-free, b...

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Venezuelan fighter jets shadow a U.S. destroyer in the Caribbean, sparking a dangerous standoff that Pentagon officials warn could ignite a crisis. Russia unleashes its largest air assault of the war, pounding Kyiv with more than 800 drones and striking a government building for the first time. A massive immigration raid in Georgia sweeps up hundreds...

In this episode of The PDB Situation Report: The war in Ukraine continues, but the battles aren’t confined to the front lines. Inside Russia, sanctions, propaganda, and exhaustion are reshaping everyday life. Russian expat Konstantin Samoilov of Inside Russia joins us to share what he’s seeing from the ground. Meanwhile, China rolls out its newest military hardware at a massive parade in Beijing—s...

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:   First—a bombshell report from The New York Times reveals the details of a top-secret Navy SEAL mission into North Korea in 2019 that ultimately unraveled and resulted in the deaths of several unarmed North Koreans.    Later in the show—Israeli intelligence services thwart a plot by Hamas to assassinate National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir with...

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:    First—there’s a disturbing weapon being used in the war in Ukraine—and it’s being harnessed by both sides. It’s not a missile. It’s not a drone. It’s children. We'll have the details. Later in the show—President Trump is pressuring the EU to stop buying Moscow’s oil as part of a strategy to squeeze the Kremlin financially. But can our European all...

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Kim Jong Un’s paranoia takes center stage in Beijing, where his aides were caught frantically scrubbing away every trace of his DNA during China’s big military parade. European leaders in Paris declare their “coalition of the willing” is ready to send troops into postwar Ukraine — with President Trump signaling U.S. support from the air. To listen to...

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:   President Trump unleashes on Vladimir Putin, Xi Jinping, and Kim Jong Un, accusing the trio of “conspiring against America” after their show of unity in Beijing this week. The U.N. is urging Tehran to strike a deal on inspections, warning that vital knowledge about Iran’s nuclear program is already slipping away. A free speech fight erupts in the U...

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: Maduro’s regime lashes out after U.S. warships send a Venezuelan cartel boat up in flames. We’ll have the details. Later in the show—a surprise guest at China’s big military parade: the rarely-seen daughter of Kim Jong Un, sparking speculation she may be groomed to become North Korea’s first female ruler. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premiu...

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Putin’s worst nightmare may be forming on his doorstep—a heavily armed Ukraine with new missiles and air defenses, determined never to be an easy target again. Inside Israel’s military, commanders face a surprising challenge: 60,000 reservists are being called up, but many are refusing to show. Nearly two years of war have left exhaustion and doubt....

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: Israel’s top general issues a stark warning at a stormy cabinet meeting—Netanyahu’s Gaza plan could drag Israel into a full-blown military government in the Strip. A new report reveals how terror groups and rogue regimes are stealing humanitarian aid meant for civilians, fueling wars from Gaza to Afghanistan. To listen to the show ad-free, become a pr...

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: China claims it has a missile capable of sinking U.S. ships—and is preparing to showcase it for the world. European officials accuse Russia of jamming GPS signals on Commission President Ursula von der Leyen’s plane. In Yemen, thousands mourn Houthi leaders killed by Israel, while the group seizes UN offices and detains at least 11 staffers. And in t...

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: A leaked Trump administration plan for post-war Gaza envisions a U.S.-run trusteeship, population relocation, and a transformation of the enclave into a “Riviera of the Middle East.” Across England, a wave of anti-immigrant protests is spreading as hotels housing asylum seekers become flashpoints for local anger. To listen to the show ad-free, become...

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: During the 12-day war, Israel managed to eliminate some of Iran’s most heavily guarded leaders. A new report reveals the surprising weakness that opened the door. A murder mystery in Ukraine: a top politician is gunned down in broad daylight, and the assassin may have been hiding in plain sight. The U.S. takes an unprecedented step, blocking Palestin...

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: President Trump sparks heated debate with his proposal to allow 600,000 Chinese students to study in the United States. Frank Gaffney of the Institute for the American Future joins us to break it down. Is Hezbollah finally down for the count? Lebanon is floating a plan to persuade the militant group to disarm, while Israel signals it might pull its f...

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:  First—Israel is taking the gloves off with the Iranian-back Houthis, unleashing targeted airstrikes on Thursday aimed at eliminating the military and political leadership of the Yemen-based terror group. Later in the show—The Trump administration has approved the sale of thousands of extended-range cruise missiles to Ukraine through NATO partners, ma...

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:    First—Iran is back in the spotlight, as Britain, France and Germany announce plans to trigger crippling snapback sanctions on the Islamic regime previously suspended under the nearly defunct 2015 nuclear deal. The news comes as the U.N.’s nuclear watchdog warns that their inspectors are still being barred access to the mullahs’ main nuclear enrich...