The Bret Baier Podcast

The first week of the high-level General Debate for the United Nations General Assembly begins next week, with some members of Congress protesting the admittance of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi to the conference. Congressman Jared Moskowitz (D-FL-23)and Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-SC-1) join to discuss their opposition to the Iranian President entering the nation on grounds that he has violated human rights in his country, and targeted American citizens, and together they lay out their support for the sovereignty of Israel. Later, they discuss the recent House hearings regarding the existence of UFOs, and share their thoughts on extraterrestrial life. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy has announced that House Republicans will be launching a formal impeachment inquiry into President Biden as Congress returns to session. Meanwhile, there are just 11 days to pass a short-term funding bill to avoid a government shutdown. Washington Bureau Chief for USA Today, Susan Page, member of the Wall Street Journal Editorial Board and Former Chief Speechwriter for President George W. Bush Bill McGurn, and FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram join to discuss why Speaker McCarthy has decided to launch a formal impeachment inquiry and how it could factor into the votes to fund the government. Later, they discuss the validity of the allegations against President Biden, how an impeachment of the President would compare to the impeachments of former President Trump, and how Democrats may benefit from a government shutdown. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the Chinese Communist Party continues its aggression in the South China Sea against neighboring Taiwan, Congress and the White House have taken measures to deter any potential military threat to the island nation. Congressman Mike Gallagher (R-WI-8) and Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL-8) join to discuss the efforts of the government to impose tariffs against Chinese trade goods and how the United States can ward off China's military advancement. Later, they discuss the issue of China stealing American intellectual property, and how investment firms like BlackRock are inadvertently contributing to the prosperity of China. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Republican candidates continue to campaign ahead of the second Republican Primary debate hosted by FOX Business at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, California. Former President Trump continues to hold a firm lead in the polls in the wake of his criminal indictment in Georgia for his alleged efforts to overturn election results in the state. FOX News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams, Founding Editor of the Washington Free Beacon and AEI Resident Fellow Matthew Continetti, and FOX News Audio Political Anchor and Washington Correspondent Jared Halpern join to discuss how GOP candidates can gain ground on the former President, and preview the second primary debate. Later, they discuss the return of Congress after their August recess, the renewed concerns about President Biden's age heading into the 2024 Election, and look ahead to President Biden's trip to the G20 Summit. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It has been over two years since the disastrous Afghanistan withdrawal, Bret sits down with Congressman Ro Khanna (D-CA) and Congressman Michael Waltz (R-FL) to discuss the recent Gold Star families who visited Capitol Hill to demand answers about the withdrawal.In addition, they weigh in on the emerging relationship with India, and how furthering that relationship can help push back against Chinese dominance on the Asian continent.Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Congress returns to session next week and will have a tall order to handle, avoiding a government shutdown by passing an interim spending bill. House Speaker McCarthy will have to form a coalition of Democrats and Republicans in the House in order to avoid the fiscal cliff.  Nationally syndicated talk show Host, Democratic Strategist, and FOX News Contributor Leslie Marshall, Chief Political Correspondent for the Washington Examiner and FOX News Contributor Byron York, and FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram join to discuss the challenges that Congress will face in their attempt to fund the government and talk about the political price Republicans may pay for a shutdown. Later, they share their thoughts on the impact that Hurricane Idalia may have on Florida Governor Ron DeSantis' presidential campaign, and weigh the federal response to the wildfires that caused widespread devastation across Maui.   Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Biden has been traveling across the nation touting the success of the Inflation Reduction Act, with many critics pointing out that the average American is struggling to afford basic necessities. Congressman Scott Peters (D-CA-50) and Congressman Bill Huizenga (R-MI-4) join to discuss what cuts to the budget can be made to reel in federal spending and highlight the importance of reining in the national debt. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Republican candidates make their final preparations for the first Republican debate of the 2024 Presidential Election hosted by FOX News Channel in Milwaukee, with the frontrunner and former President Donald Trump deciding that he will sit out of the debate. Bret is joined by Anchor and Executive Editor of The Story With Martha MacCallum, host of The Untold Story Podcast, and Co-Moderator of the first Republican Debate, Martha MacCallum as they discuss how they have prepared for the event. Martha shares her insight on what strategy the candidates might employ as they take the stage and weighs the impact that former President Trump's absence will have on the debate. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Less than one week remains until the first Republican Presidential Debate hosted by FOX News Channel in Milwaukee. Presidential Candidate Chris Christie joins to discuss his position in the primary, and what can be expected out of him on the debate stage. The former New Jersey Governor explains how his position on the war on Ukraine differs from candidates like Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and former President Trump, and talks about how the former President's potential absence from the debate could influence primary voters. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With just one week until the first 2024 Presidential Debate hosted by the FOX News Channel in Milwaukee, former President Trump now faces charges in Georgia related to his alleged efforts to overturn election results in the state in 2020. FOX News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams, FOX News Contributor and Host of the Ben Domenech Podcast Ben Domenech, and FOX News Audio Political Anchor and Washington Correspondent Jared Halpern discuss the details of the 98-page indictment of the former President, and how it will affect the first debate in Milwaukee. Later, they weigh in on the candidates that could gain ground on the debate stage, and the likelihood of former President Trump not participating in the event.Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices