The Bret Baier Podcast

One of the most divisive foreign policy issues as of late has been the Israel-Hamas war, but now that both sides have agreed to follow President Trump’s peace proposal, that might finally be about to change. Congressmen Tim Burchett (R-TN) and Jared Moskowitz (D-FL) join to share their hopes and concerns surrounding the newly minted peace agreement, from the release of hostages on both sides to the potential of US troops being sent to assist with mediating the process. Later, they also discuss where they stand on the ongoing government shutdown as it stretches into week two.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FOX News State Department Correspondent and Anchor Gillian Turner guest hosts. Originally aired on Special Report.    Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso (R-WY) discusses the ongoing shutdown, sharing his frustrations with his Democratic colleagues and explaining what is preventing both sides from reaching an agreement.    Then, Fox News Contributor and Host of ‘The Guy Benson Show,’ Guy Benson, Democratic Campaign Consultant Kevin Walling, and White House Reporter for the Wall Street Journal Meridith McGraw share their perspectives on the shutdown after yet another funding plan fails to pass the Senate, before taking a closer look at Virginia’s gubernatorial race and the latest news regarding peace negotiations between Hamas and Israel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The partisan blame game continues to heat up as the federal government remains without a funding plan. Speaker of the House Mike Johnson weighs in on the ongoing government shutdown, explaining why Republicans and Democrats continue to clash over funding and debunking the claim that the Democratic Party’s proposed continuing resolution did not provide healthcare to illegal aliens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s been a busy week in Washington, FOX News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams, Chief Political Correspondent for ‘The Washington Examiner’ Byron York, and FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram join to explain the latest in the government shutdown debacle, Secretary of War Hegseth’s announcement on new military standards, and what the attitude on Capitol Hill is regarding President Trump’s peace proposal for Gaza. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The latest in a growing number of political violence incidents was the shooting at an ICE facility on Wednesday, which resulted in the death of one detainee and the injury of two more. Following the incident was a social media firestorm fueled by speculation over the shooter’s motivations and political background.   Co-Host of Fox and Friends Lawrence Jones, former Tennessee Congressman and Co-Host of The Five, Harold Ford Jr., and Co-Host of Outnumbered, Emily Compagno, discuss what is known about the shooter and his motivations so far, and what to make of the “partisan blame game” that followed the tragic incident. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While over 150 heads of state attended the United Nations General Assembly in Manhattan today, the primary focus was on a select few. Among those in the spotlight was Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, whose homeland has been embroiled in conflict since Russia invaded in February of 2022.   President Zelenskyy sits down with Bret for an exclusive one on one interview to discuss the current state of the Russia-Ukraine war, his relationship with President Trump, why he hasn’t met with President Putin, and what steps must be taken to bring the war to an end.   Originally aired on Special Report. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the divide between Republicans and Democrats widening in the wake of Charlie Kirk’s assassination, it can be difficult to imagine members of opposing parties working together, but some still try regardless.   Senators John Fetterman (D-PA) and David McCormick (R-PA) join Bret to express the importance of rejecting political violence, discussing how social media and inflammatory rhetoric impacted recent incidents, and what can be done to prevent them in the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the nation recovers from the assassination of Charlie Kirk, tensions between right and left appear to be at a tipping point. While the main suspect is now officially charged, detailed information about his motive or personal beliefs haven’t been released, fueling speculation as to why the killing took place, and what could have been done to prevent it.    AEI Resident Fellow Marc Thiessen, Democratic Strategist and host of the Richard Fowler Show, Richard Fowler, and FOX News Senior White House Correspondent Jacqui Heinrich join to discuss the latest developments in the FBI’s investigation of Charlie Kirk’s assassination, as well as the President’s trip to the UK, Putin’s ongoing offensive in Ukraine, and what a TikTok ban would mean for the US. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In an exclusive interview, Bret Baier sits down with Utah Governor Spencer Cox (R) to discuss the latest in the investigation into the assassination of Charlie Kirk and his passionate plea for unity in the wake of the tragedy. Originally aired on Special Report. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

“We have got a lot of work ahead of us,” – Congressman Tom Suozzi.   As the nation grapples with the aftermath of the assassination of Turning Point USA Founder Charlie Kirk on the anniversary of one of America’s most horrific days, the public’s reaction has revealed a concerning thread – a willingness to accept, and in some cases even celebrate political violence.   Congressman Tom Suozzi (D-NY) and Tracey Mann (R-KS) join Bret to discuss the importance of bi-partisan agreement, reflecting on Kirk’s career, how our country has changed since 9/11, and what can be done to bring the nation closer together.   Originally aired on Special Report. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices