The Bret Baier Podcast

Human trafficking is an ugly reality that has been overshadowed by partisan politics in recent years, but that might begin to change, thanks to the effort of these two senators. Co-Authors of the Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act, Senator Elissa Slotkin (D-MI) and Senator Jon Husted (R-OH) discuss the importance of combating human trafficking, and what their plans are to stop it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While Democrat approval ratings fell to a 35-year low, President Trump successfully cinched a trade deal with the EU, paving the way for years of productive trade between the two nations, but controversy surrounding the Epstein files continues to overshadow the President’s successes.   USA Today Washington Bureau Chief Susan Page, FOX News Senior White House Correspondent Jacqui Heinrich, and Host of 'The Trey Gowdy Podcast,' Trey Gowdy, discuss President Trump’s recent agreement with the EU, President Trump’s gradual transition from “America First” to “Dealmaker in Chief,” and the political consequences of a potential Ghislaine Maxwell pardon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Artificial intelligence is one of the most revolutionary pieces of technology to come out of the 21st century, reshaping jobs across industries, but it is not without its own set of controversies.   In this exclusive interview, Bret is joined by Nvidia’s CEO and Co-Founder Jensen Huang to discuss the future of AI in the global economy, how it will change the job market, and the fierce AI “arms race” between the US and China.   Original aired on Special Report. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As midterm elections inch closer, President Trump’s policies will be put under more scrutiny than ever as the fight for congressional seats heats up. While they remain popular among Republicans, President Trump’s policies remain divisive among Democrats, but keeping a full congressional majority may prove difficult when 2026 rolls around. FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram, FOX News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams, and Republican Strategist and Executive Vice President at Targeted Victory Matt Gorman join Bret to share their midterm forecast and analyze how President Trump’s numerous victories and controversies will affect the upcoming elections. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While President Trump was successful in passing the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, he did so by only a narrow margin, an emerging pattern representative of a divided Congress. For Co-Chairs of the Problem Solvers Caucus, Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), and Congressman Tom Suozzi (D-NY), the problem doesn’t lie with President Trump’s ideas, but rather with the lack of room for compromise.   The Congressmen discuss what they do and don’t support about President Trump’s agenda, how the DOJ’s handling of the Epstein case might affect midterms, and what message Zohran Mamdani’s mayoral campaign sends to the rest of the Democratic party. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte this week, President Trump announced he will impose a 100% tariff on purchasers of Russian exports if Russia fails to reach a peace deal with Ukraine within 50 days, while also pledging to supply Ukraine with arms – a deal he says will be paid for by our European allies. Democratic Strategist and Co-Host of The Five Jessica Tarlov, Senior Fellow at AEI Marc Thiessen, and FOX Senior White House Correspondent Jacqui Heinrich, join Bret to discuss this, public frustration over the DOJ’s handling of the Epstein files, and more, on today’s All-Star Panel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As an international push to bring peace in the Middle East continues, Saudi Arabia Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman continues being a key voice in the charge to both develop his country and bring peace and prosperity in the region. Karen Elliott House, a journalist with decades of experience covering Saudi Arabia, shares her in-depth exploration of the life of MBS and the potential for Saudi Arabia to one day lead the Middle East, as detailed in her new book, "The Man Who Would Be King." Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Monday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with President Trump, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and Special Envoy Steve Witkoff to discuss the path forward for a Gaza ceasefire. While key disagreements remain between Israel and Hamas, the proposed 60-day truce reportedly includes the freeing of 10 Israeli hostages, the return of 18 bodies, the release of an unspecified number of Palestinian prisoners, and a partial withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza. Now, Americans wait to see if the talks have made progress toward peace. First, Bret speaks with retired 4-star General and FOX News Senior Strategic Analyst General Jack Keane on America’s broader role in the Middle East, including the Israel-Hamas conflict, the Russia-Ukraine war, and U.S.-Iran relations. Then, for further analysis, Bret brings in his All-Star Panel, Founding Editor of 'The Washington Free Beacon' Matthew Continetti, 'POLITICO' White House Bureau Chief Dasha Burns, and FOX News Radio Political Analyst Josh Kraushaar. Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the 4th of July on the horizon, many Americans are reflecting on their own patriotism, and what makes them proud of this country. For Home Depot co-founder Ken Langone, the grandson of Italian immigrants, the answer is clear: America remains the place where dreams come true when hard work meets opportunity. Today, Ken joins Bret to share why he believes the American spirit—rooted in entrepreneurship, resilience, and compassion—can endure through any challenge or division the nation may face. Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Following a series of sweeping cuts from Senate Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough, President Trump's 'Big, Beautiful Bill' narrowly cleared the Senate — after Vice President JD Vance cast a tie-breaking 51-50 vote. Now, as the bill heads back to the House, where it also only passed by one vote back in May, how will House Republicans react to the slashes made to their original legislation? Will they accept the changes to get the bill on President Trump's desk by the 4th of July, or will it undergo another round of revisions? Chief Political Correspondent for 'The Washington Examiner' Byron York, FOX News Radio Political Analyst Josh Kraushaar, and Democratic Strategist Leslie Marshall join Bret to discuss this, Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani winning the New York City mayoral primary, and more on today's All-Star Panel. Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices