The Bret Baier Podcast

The White House is facing criticism this week as President Biden's son Hunter, appeared at a State Dinner for Indian Prime Minister Modi, the same week he plead guilty to charges of tax evasion. Chief Political Correspondent for the Washington Examiner and FOX News Contributor Byron York, Washington Bureau Chief of USA Today Susan Page, and Politico Congressional Reporter Olivia Beavers join to discuss the optics of Hunter Biden's appearance at the White House and the latest in the legal troubles facing former President Donald Trump in his alleged mishandling of classified documents. Later, they talk about the longshot candidates entering the presidential race on the Republican side such as Miami Mayor Francisco Suarez, and former Texas Congressman Will Hurd, and how the presidential debates may shape the election. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bret sits down with Tennessee Republican Senator Marsha Blackburn and Connecticut Democrat Senator Richard Blumenthal as they discuss the proposed Kids Online Safety Act, and why harmful online content is one of the biggest threats facing America's youth. Later, they talk about why the bill has gained wide bi-partisan support, and the challenges they have faced from tech companies who have opposed it. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As Former President Trump continues to wade through legal troubles related to his alleged mishandling of classified documents and his refusal to turn them over to the National Archives, he continues to lead in every major Republican primary poll. Former President Donald Trump sits down with Bret at his Bedminster New Jersey Golf Club to discuss his term as President and why he feels he deserves a second term in the Oval Office.Later, the former President weighs in on the charges against him in the case of his alleged mishandling of classified documents, why he believes this is an ongoing "political witch-hunt" and he touches upon how a second term in office would differ from his first four years.  Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The ReConnecting Rural America Act seeks to bring high-speed broadband internet access to underserved communities throughout the nation. Senator Peter Welch (D-VT) and Senator Roger Marshall (R-KS) discuss their proposed legislation, and how it would impact the communities in their home states, as well as other states that have long been without access to high-speed internet.  Later, they talk about how the bill would be implemented, why it's important for farmers across the United States to have access to the internet, and how this bill would upgrade healthcare throughout the country.Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former New Jersey Republican Governor Chris Christie announced his candidacy for the White House last week, and many see him as the main antagonist against former President Trump's race for the Oval Office. 2024 Republican Presidential Candidate Chris Christie sits down with Bret to discuss the reasons behind his decision to run and how he sees a path to the White House even as former President Trump continues to hold steady in polling. Later, Governor Christie discusses his track record while Governor of New Jersey, why he feels China is the largest threat facing the United States, and presents his case to the American voter. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chairman of the House Intelligence Committee Mike Turner (R-OH-10) and Ranking Democrat Jim Himes (D-CT-4) sit down together to discuss the reports that the United States had knowledge of an alleged Ukrainian mission to sabotage the Russian Nord Stream 2 natural gas pipeline and comment on the "Spring Offensive" that the Ukrainians have planned. Later, they weigh in on the allegations made by whistleblowers that the United States is in possession of alien spacecraft and share their thoughts on the bipartisan push for strengthening national security. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With three new candidates expected to announce their run for the presidency on the Republican side this week, how can a crowded Republican field impact former President Trump's chances of winning the Republican Primary? FOX News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams, AEI Senior Fellow and Founding Editor of the Washington Free Beacon Matthew Continetti, and FOX News Audio Political Anchor and Washington Correspondent Jared Halpern join to discuss the growing primary field, how former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie could impact the race, and the likelihood of former President Trump skipping out on the primary debates. Later, they lay out how further potential indictments against former President Trump could change the political landscape heading into the 2024 election, and how Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has navigated the campaign trail. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As drug overdoses continue to rise, combatting the flow of fentanyl has taken center stage in America's fight against opioid abuse. Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) and Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA) join to discuss their bi-partisan push to designate the fentanyl crisis as a national security threat. Later, they talk about their bill, the Disrupt Fentanyl Trafficking Act of 2023, and what authority it would give federal agencies to seek out the root of fentanyl trafficking and combat the crisis. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bret revisits a conversation with the Anchor of The Story and Host of The Untold Story podcast, Martha MacCallum, FOX News Radio Political Analyst, Josh Kraushaar, and Republican Strategist and Co-Founder of South & Hill Strategies, Colin Reed. Together they analyze the many rounds of voting on the House floor during Congressman Kevin McCarthy's (R-CA-20) historic process to ascend to the position of Speaker of the House. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This past week, President Biden met with world leaders at the G7 Summit in Japan, to speak about the rising threat of China, and to announce new aid for Ukraine.  Chair and Co-Chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, Congressman Michael McCaul (R-TX-10) and Congressman Gregory Meeks (D-NY-5) join to discuss what came out of the G7 Summit, what the U.S. and its allies can do to combat China, and what future aid to Ukraine may look like.Later, they talk about recent developments in Syria and what can be done to hold President Bashar al-Assad accountable for the crimes committed against his citizens. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices