The Bret Baier Podcast

Former President Trump has faced another assassination attempt, as political violence in America continues to be an alarming issue. The founder and CEO of 'UNITE,' a group that analyzes political rhetoric on both sides, Tim Shriver joins Bret on this special edition of Common Ground to discuss why Americans must realize it's contempt, not differences that are driving us apart, and why restoring civility and dignity in the U.S. should be a societal priority.He also shares how political division has impacted his own life as a member of the Kennedy family.Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former President Donald Trump is back on the campaign trail this week despite facing another assassination attempt while at his West Palm Beach golf course on Sunday. The suspect, Ryan Wesley Routh, is now in custody, though his motives and how he came into such proximity remain in question. This leaves Americans asking two questions: why are we seeing this stark surge in political violence, and what could be done on Capitol Hill to address it?Bret sits down with Wall Street Journal Editorial Board Member Bill McGurn, FOX News Political Analyst Juan Williams, and FOX News Audio Political Anchor and Washington Correspondent Jared Halpern to discuss the political rhetoric and blame-shifting that's stemming from this latest attempt, and what's happening overseas as tensions between Ukraine and Russia worsen.Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the 23rd anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, Americans across the country are coming together to remember the lives lost that day and reflect on the importance of unity, patriotism, and bipartisanship that allowed us to rebuild after the worst terrorist attack in U.S. history.Congressman Pat Ryan (D-NY) and Congressman John James (R-MI) joined Bret on the anniversary of 9/11 to discuss what that day in 2001 was like for them as West Point cadets, the impact the attacks have had on their lives and careers, and why they're working on Capitol Hill to designate this week as 'Patriot Week,' in honor of those we lost and as a reminder of what this country stands for. Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Last night, former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris met for the first time on the ABC Presidential Debate stage. While former President Trump focused on the economy and border, calling out his opponent for not tackling issues while in the White House, Vice President Harris emphasized her stance on abortion and baited the former President – criticizing his rallies, bankruptcies, and other personal attributes. Now the questions remain: was there a debate 'winner,' and could there be a second debate?FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram, 'Washington Examiner' Chief Political Correspondent Byron York, and Democratic Pollster Carly Cooperman join Bret to discuss stand-out debate moments, how much this could move the needle, and the likelihood of both candidates agreeing to another debate.Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In her recent Foreign Affairs Magazine essay, 'The Perils of Isolationism,' former U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice emphasizes the symbiotic importance of America's relationship with other major powers in the world. However, amidst aggression from China, ongoing tension between Russia and Ukraine, and a mounting sense of unease in the Middle East — how can America continue maintaining its global leadership and influence while ensuring conflict across the globe doesn't worsen? Also, in a heated election cycle, how important of an issue will foreign policy end up being? Former Secretary Rice joins Bret to answer these pressing questions and go further in-depth about where America stands on the world stage. Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris are in a tight race for the White House as each campaign enters its' final push after Labor Day. And after six hostages were discovered dead during an IDF operation in tunnels below Rafah; an event that has both massive geopolitical and electoral implications, the White House is facing renewed pressure to broker a peace agreement.  For a conversation on this and more Bret is joined by FOX News Radio Political Analyst Josh Kraushaar, Washington Bureau chief of USA TODAY Susan Page, and Chief political correspondent for the Washington Examiner Byron York. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bret looks back at a conversation with Congressman John Moolenaar (R-MI) and Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) discussing what they believe is the best route to finding a bipartisan approach to working with China. Plus, the Congressmen share where stand on the pro-Palestinian protests on college campuses. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With just 70 days to go until Election Day, critics still have questions about where Vice President Harris and her running mate Minnesota Governor Tim Walz stand on some key issues. This as former President Donald Trump and his running mate Ohio Senator J.D. Vance look to tie Harris to the Biden agenda. For a conversation on this and more, Bret is joined by former Speechwriter for George W. Bush, Marc Thiessen, FOX News White House Correspondent, Jacqui Heinrich, and Democratic Strategist, Leslie Marshall.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Now that the Democratic National Convention has come to an end, what are the key takeaways? And as Americans turn their eyes away from Chicago and toward a competitive campaign trail with highly anticipated debates, what could shake up the presidential race in the few short months before the election? Bret sits down with three DNC delegates — Liz from Illinois, Joshua from Ohio, and Shantell from Arizona — to discuss how they feel after the convention, their reactions to Democrats' last-minute ticket change, and what issues they believe will ultimately bring voters to the polls in November. Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Democratic National Convention kicked off in Chicago last night, with top Democrats like former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) taking the stage, Vice President Kamala Harris making a surprise appearance, and most notably, President Joe Biden giving a closing speech — where he took 52 minutes to reflect on his legacy, thank Americans for standing by him, and pass the torch to Vice President Kamala Harris. As the DNC continues, many Americans are waiting to see how the Harris-Walz campaign will answer questions about top issues like the economy and the border, as their ability to present their policies & plans could play a role in whether they gain or lose existing momentum.Co-host of 'Outnumbered' on FOX News Channel, Kayleigh McEnany, Former White House Deputy Chief of Staff, Karl Rove, and FOX News Political Analyst, Juan Williams, join Bret to discuss what they're seeing on the ground at the Democratic National Convention continues.Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices