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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: The Israeli Defense Forces reveal audio recordings implicating two UNRWA employees in coordinating with Hamas-led attacks, shedding light on the complex interplay between international organizations and regional conflicts. A significant setback for the Russian navy as Ukraine successfully sinks a Russian patrol ship near Crimea, marking another setba...

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:     A far-left environmental group claimed responsibility for an arson attack targeting a major Tesla factory in Germany on Tuesday that forced the electric vehicle plant to shut down operations. We’ll discuss a disturbing new report from the United Nations that spotlights the extreme acts of depravity carried out by Hamas terrorists against Israeli c...

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: A significant legal win for Donald Trump: The Supreme Court rules that states cannot exclude him from the presidential primary ballot. British intelligence heightens the UK's terror threat to its highest level post-9/11, citing Middle Eastern conflicts as a catalyst for terrorist recruitment. NATO's newest allies commence military drills in proximity...

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:     As chaos reigns at the U.S. southern border, Tennessee has become the latest state to dispatch National Guard troops to reinforce local authorities amid the crisis. We’ll discuss the deteriorating situation in Haiti as armed gangs take control of the streets, most recently springing 4,000 inmates from the country’s largest prison in a violent jail...

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We explore the United States' new approach to delivering aid in the Gaza Strip after a devastating incident involving Israeli troops and Palestinian civilians. An inside look at the recent leak of confidential military talks about the Ukraine war, officially confirmed by the German Defense Ministry, and what it means for international information sec...

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:    We look at the tragic incident in Gaza City where at least 100 Palestinians were killed and hundreds more injured as they swarmed dozens of trucks carrying humanitarian aid. Thousands of mourners defy Kremlin warnings to pay their respects to Russian dissident Alexei Navalny. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The PDB After...

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: A leaked Russian military document raises alarm bells, revealing a surprisingly low threshold for triggering a nuclear response. Tensions in the Middle East escalate as Iran authorizes Hezbollah to intensify its operations along Israel's northern frontier. Amidst a deadlock in Congress over foreign aid, the Pentagon is contemplating a fresh strategy...

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:  We look at the small enclave of Transnistria in the nation of Moldova, where pro-Russian authorities have are openly petitioning the Russian government for “protection” against the Moldovan government. A major shakeup is coming in the United States Senate, where the race is on to replace Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell. Please remember to subs...

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:     Fragile ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas hang in the balance, as the parties involved in the discussions send widely mixed messages on where the negotiations stand.  Reports indicate that most of the millions of munitions North Korea is sending to Russia for use on the front lines in Ukraine are severely dated or don’t properly function....

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:  After months of widespread protests from the farming sector of Poland, leaders in Warsaw indicated on Tuesday that they are willing to consider a further crackdown on Ukrainian agricultural imports. The U.S. Army is undergoing a serious revamp to prepare for future crises against Russia and China as they continue to struggle to find enough fresh recr...

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:   We examine President Emmanuel Macron's candid remarks on deploying European forces to Ukraine, a move that could significantly intensify the ongoing conflict. Attention shifts to Kaliningrad, a Russian territory facing isolation as Sweden prepares to become NATO's 32nd member state. We delve into reports about North Korea's new reconnaissance satel...

In this episode of The PDB Evening Bulletin:  Unconfirmed reports are emerging that the Houthis have successfully targeted underwater internet communications cables linking Europe to Asia in a serious escalation by the Iranian-backed militants.   Frustrated Arab-American voters in Michigan are looking to send a clear message to Biden over his administration’s handling of the Israel-Hamas war. Plea...

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:     Farmers descended on the European Union’s headquarters in Brussels on Monday to continue their protests of draconian environmental policies that threaten their sector, clashing with police. A bombshell New York Times report details how the CIA has been working closely with officials in Ukraine for nearly a decade, helping them hone their intellig...

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:     Ukrainian officials signaled Sunday that Kyiv is open to a possible future peace summit with Russia to end the brutal war, however, serious doubts remain that such a summit is remotely possible. Hungary ended years of uncertainty regarding Sweden’s NATO membership bid on Monday, finally voting to approve their ascension into the alliance. Please r...

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: An update on the Israel-Hamas conflict emerges as negotiators broker a ceasefire agreement, potentially quieting guns for over a month and facilitating hostage returns. The spotlight then shifts to the Ukraine-Russia front, examining the Ukrainian military's strategic downing of an expensive Russian military asset. Then, we move to a heartbreaking in...

In this special edition of The President's Daily Brief, Mike Baker once again dives into the PDB mail bag to answer listener questions. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. You can email your questions to Mike at: PDB@TheFirstTV.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:     A bombshell New York Times report revealed U.S. law enforcement officials have spent years investigating Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador and his close associate’s ties to drug cartels, but dropped the inquiry to avoid damaging U.S.-Mexico relations. The Biden administration announced Friday sweeping new sanctions against more than 50...

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: On the somber two-year anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, we analyze the current military situation and the steep hurdles Ukraine faces as it strives to reclaim its territory from Russian control. The remarkable case of Ksenia Karelina, a 33-year-old from Los Angeles, arrested in Russia on treason charges for her modest contribut...

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:     Federal prosecutors in the U.S. unveiled charges on Wednesday against a member of a Japanese organized crime syndicate that attempted to traffic nuclear materials from Thailand to Iran. Following weeks of political chaos in Pakistan following their contentious national election, details are emerging about the unconventional coalition government be...

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:     Farmer protests continue to sweep across Europe as the sector rebels against cheap Ukrainian agricultural imports and extreme environmental policies from the EU. Iran has reportedly sent more than 400 ballistic missiles to restock Russia's dwindling supplies for their war in Ukraine. Israel’s parliament roundly rejected international calls, inclu...

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:     There are fresh concerns regarding reports that Russia may pursue space-based nuclear weapons that could shut down everything from military communications to civilian phone-based services and apps if detonated. The Kremlin continues to vehemently deny the reports. We’ll discuss the latest regarding the U.S. border crisis, as another Republican gov...

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We begin with a critical update from the International Atomic Energy Agency, reporting Iran's continued enrichment of uranium close to weapons-grade levels, challenging UN mandates and escalating global tensions. Our focus shifts to new sanctions against Russia in response to the death of Alexei Navalny, a prominent critic of Vladimir Putin, amidst r...

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:     In one of the most damaging attacks on shipping vessels in the Red Sea to date, the Iran-backed Houthis forced the crew of a British cargo vessel to abandon ship after a missile strike severely damaged their boat. We’ll discuss an internal memo circulated by Secretary of State Anthony Blinken that calls gender a social construct and implores emplo...

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We delve into the tensions in the Middle East as Israel faces international pressure to agree to a temporary ceasefire with Hamas, aiming to avoid a potential invasion of the city of Rafah. We explore the new bipartisan foreign aid bill introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives, detailing the proposed financial support for Ukraine and Israel am...

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: A remarkable shift in the Middle East as attacks on US forces by Iranian-backed militias in Iraq and Syria see a significant decline. We explore what’s driving this unexpected change. The focus shifts to Ukraine, where Russian forces celebrate their largest triumph in months, seizing control of Avdiivka amidst the ongoing conflict. Afghanistan's secu...