The President's Daily Brief

In this episode of "The President's Daily Brief" with Mike Baker: We begin by unpacking Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's resolute declaration: Should Iran pursue nuclear ambitions, Saudi Arabia will not be left behind. This remark, voiced in a recent Fox News interview, ignites growing apprehensions of a looming Mideast arms contest. We then revisit our lead story from Thursday. As...

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...

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....

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 m...

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 annou...

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. Senat...

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. Please remember to subscribe if you enj...

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 McCart...

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...

In this episode of "The President's Daily Brief":   We start off in New Delhi, India, where the G20's closing declaration has exposed increasing fractures between global superpowers. What does this widening chasm mean for future collaborations and world diplomacy?   From there, we shift our focus to Afghanistan. As the drug market flourishes, the Taliban's promise of curbing illicit trade faces sc...

In this episode of "The President's Daily Brief":   We kick off in New Delhi, India (or should we say, Bharat?), setting the stage for the G20 summit and discussing its key highlights and potential implications. The labor front heats up with the top dog of the United Auto Workers taking aim at management…and the president. As tensions rise, we examine Russia's concerns about the U.S.'s latest arma...

In this episode of "The President's Daily Brief":   We begin in Washington DC, exploring voters' growing concerns about the age of our elected officials and a critical debate on age and fitness to serve.   Then, we journey to China, unveiling the mysteries from a clandestine meeting of the communist party elders and what it reveals about the nation's internal dynamics.   As tensions escalate, we a...

In this episode of "The President's Daily Brief," Mike Baker looks at critical developments both at home and abroad:   Tensions are escalating within the United Auto Workers, one of America's most significant labor unions, as they stand on the brink of a major strike. We delve into the implications this could have on the domestic economy and the auto industry.   We revisit the international stage...

In this episode of "The President's Daily Brief," host Mike Baker brings you crucial updates on pivotal global issues unfolding right now including:   - The ASEAN summit in Jakarta, where Southeast Asian leaders convene to address escalating violence and regional tensions. Are we on the brink of diplomatic breakthroughs, or should we brace for further strife?   - The ouster of Ukraine’s Defense Mi...

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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 hosted by former CIA Operations Officer Mike Baker. Each morning at 6am Eastern, he'll bring you 20 minutes of the most important topics of the day and why you should care,...

It’s February 23rd. You’re listening to the President’s Daily Brief. Your morning intel starts now. ------ A good day to you, ladies and gentlemen. I’ve got three briefs for you this morning that are shaping America — and the world. First, we’ve got a couple updates on Mexico and immigration this morning, including a new rule from the Biden Administration about asylum seekers. But here’s the kicke...

It’s February 22nd. You’re listening to the President’s Daily Brief. Your morning intel starts now. ------ A good day to you, ladies and gentlemen. I’ve got three briefs for you this morning that are shaping America — and the world. First, we’ve got a couple updates on Mexico and immigration this morning, including a new rule from the Biden Administration about asylum seekers. But here’s the kicke...

It’s February 21st. You’re listening to the President’s Daily Brief. Your morning intel starts now. ------ A good day to you, ladies and gentlemen. I’ve got three briefs for you this morning that are shaping America — and the world. First, get those passports ready because we are going around the globe this morning, all because of the War of Attrition in Europe. We’re stopping first in Asia, then...

It's February 20th. You are listening to the President's Daily Brief. I'm your host and former CIA officer Brian Dean Wright. Your morning Intel starts now. It is President's Day and I sure hope you all get to enjoy a day off. Rest up or do something fun in celebration of the holiday. I'm actually gonna take part of the day off, but mostly I'll be reading and preparing for the rest of the week. So...

It’s February 17th. You’re listening to the President’s Daily Brief. Your morning intel starts now. ------ A good day to you, ladies and gentlemen. I’ve got three briefs for you this morning that are shaping America — and the world. First, Joe Biden delivered an update on the Chinese balloon saga yesterday. But he said one thing about managing conflict with Beijing / that we really need to talk ab...

It’s February 16th. You’re listening to the President’s Daily Brief. Your morning intel starts now. ------ A good day to you, ladies and gentlemen. I’ve got five briefs for you this morning that are shaping America — and the world. First, there’s been a lot of talk about balloons lately but we should really talk about drones. Specifically the ones being flown over America by Mexican cartels. That’...

It’s February 15th. You’re listening to the President’s Daily Brief. Your morning intel starts now. ------ A good day to you, ladies and gentlemen. I’ve got four briefs for you this morning that are shaping America — and the world. First, Ford Motor Company has halted production of their electric pickup truck because of a battery issue. We’ll talk about that, plus how Ford has a new source of coba...

It’s February 14th. You’re listening to the President’s Daily Brief. Your morning intel starts now. ------ A good day to you, ladies and gentlemen. I’ve got four briefs for you this morning that are shaping America — and the world. First, get ready for lots of talk about inflation today. The latest numbers are set for release about whether inflation is going up or down in America. I’ll explain wha...

It’s February 13th. You’re listening to the President’s Daily Brief. Your morning intel starts now. ------ A good day to you, ladies and gentlemen. I’ve got four briefs for you this morning that are shaping America — and the world. First, we’ve got more flying objects being shot down. Two more, in fact, over the weekend. We’ll discuss that, and why Joe Biden says Chinese spy balloons crossing Amer...