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Each morning, the President of the United States receives a highly classified briefing on the most important issues facing the country -- The President's Daily Brief. Now you can hear your very own PDB, in the form of a podcast, every morning at 6am Eastern, and every afternoon at 4pm Eastern. You'll get 20 minutes of the most important topics of the day and why you should care, arming you with what you need to know to help solve America's most pressing challenges. Former CIA Operations Officer Mike Baker hosts new episodes daily.
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May 7, 2024 • 22min
May 7th, 2024: Ceasefire Confusion, Putin’s Power, & Drone Dynamics
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: The IDF has begun operations in Rafah just hours after Hamas announced would accept a deal to halt the seven-month-long war with Israel in Gaza—something Israeli officials dismissed as a ceasefire ploy.Vladimir Putin begins his fifth term as President of Russia, leveraging the war in Ukraine to solidify his authority.We take a look into how drone warfare is reshaping the modern battlefield and why America is struggling to adapt to this critical technology for national security.In our Back of the Brief segment, we discuss the fallout from anti-Israel protests on college campuses, including Columbia University's cancellation of its commencement ceremony.To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting PDBPremium.com.Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. Email: PDB@TheFirstTV.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 6, 2024 • 10min
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | May 6th, 2024: Putin Orders Tactical Nuclear Drills & Israel Sets Sights On Rafah
Putin orders tactical nuclear drills in response to perceived threats from the US, France, and Britain. Israeli military prepares to root out Hamas in Rafah, ordering evacuations. Escalating nuclear tensions in Europe and evacuation orders in Gaza amidst sponsor ads for Indochino and PureTalk.

May 6, 2024 • 18min
May 6th, 2024: Israeli Ammo Woes, Kim’s Missile Secrets, & Canada Arrests Assassins
Israel and Hamas conflict intensifies as US pressures for peace. North Korean missiles found with US and European parts. Canadian hit squad arrest linked to Indian government. Russian forces occupy Niger airbase with US troops, sparking tensions.

May 3, 2024 • 14min
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | May 3rd, 2024: Ukraine Escalation Sparks Russian Threats & Iranian Scholarships For American Radicals
In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: The specter of a wider conflict in Europe is once again rearing its ugly head, as Russia lashes out at the U.K. and France over their posture regarding the war in Ukraine.Amid the anti-Israel upheaval consuming American college campuses, officials in Iran are offering pro-Palestinian students and faculty from the U.S. and Europe scholarships to universities in the Islamic nation.To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting PDBPremium.com.Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin. Email: PDB@TheFirstTV.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 3, 2024 • 20min
May 3rd, 2024: Bankrolling Anarchy, US-Saudi Pact, & AI Nuclear Risks
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We begin with a closer look at the ongoing anti-Israel protests on university campuses across the country, delving into the sources of funding that fuel these demonstrations. Next, we explore the impending historic agreement between the US and Saudi Arabia, which could significantly alter the dynamics in the Middle East by providing security guarantees to the kingdom and potentially setting the stage for diplomatic ties with Israel. We also discuss the urgent appeals from US officials to China and Russia, cautioning against the use of Artificial Intelligence in controlling their nuclear arsenals due to the risk of catastrophic errors. In the Back of the Brief, we uncover new documents released by the House Homeland Security Committee that show the majority of nearly 400,000 migrants eligible for the Biden Administration's mass parole program are converging on a single state. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. Email: PDB@TheFirstTV.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 2, 2024 • 12min
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | May 2nd, 2024: Authorities Raise Alarms Over Radicalization Of Anti-Israel Protesters & Putin-Style Legal Crackdown Sparks Violent Riots In Georgia
In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: Amid the ongoing anti-Israel demonstrations nationwide, officials are now warning of the threat of “radicalization" among the pro-Palestinian protesters.Kremlin sympathizers in the nation of Georgia are pushing for a legal overhaul that critics say is reminiscent of the tactics of the Putin regime, sparking a wave of violent riots in the capital city.To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting PDBPremium.com.Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin. Email: PDB@TheFirstTV.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 2, 2024 • 20min
May 2nd, 2024: Russia’s Arms Race, Iran’s Nuclear Ambitions, & Illegal Migration Migrates
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: With new Western arms shipments headed to Ukraine, Russia is responding by boosting its own weapons production. We'll assess the current state of the Russian arms industry after two years of conflict. Growing concerns mount as Iran may be closer than ever to acquiring a nuclear weapon, with the regime ramping up its provocative rhetoric. We explore reports that U.S. border patrol agents are now questioning Chinese TikTok employees about their ties to the Communist Party as they enter the United States. In today’s Back of the Brief, we look at how Texas’s intensified border enforcement is causing the U.S. migrant crisis to spread beyond the Lone Star State into neighboring regions. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. Email: PDB@TheFirstTV.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 1, 2024 • 11min
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | May 1st, 2024: Palestinian Refugees In America & Police End Campus Chaos At Columbia
Biden considering offering safe haven to Palestinian refugees in the US, causing tension with Israel. Campus chaos at Columbia ends as police arrest hundreds of agitators. Show also covers security concerns, support for fallen heroes, and efforts to clear anti-Israel protests.

May 1, 2024 • 18min
May 1st, 2024: Gaza’s Future, Nuclear Deterrence, & GPS Jamming
Discussing Gaza's future post-ceasefire, nuclear threats from Russia, and accusations of GPS jamming. Plus, the stalled movement against Speaker of the House and campus eviction controversy.

Apr 30, 2024 • 12min
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | April 30th, 2024: Chaos Consumes Columbia & Biden Accuses Israeli Battalions Of Human Rights Violations
Chaos erupts at Columbia University as anti-Israel protests turn violent. Biden administration accuses Israeli IDF units of human rights violations. Universities crack down on protests with arrests and campus lockdowns. US State Department considers sanctions on Israeli security forces. Also, ads for Silencer Shop and Car Shield featured in the episode.