The President's Daily Brief
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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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Apr 10, 2024 • 12min
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | April 10th, 2024: FISA Debate Intensifies Amid Domestic Terror Threats & Biden's Woke State Department
The podcast discusses the GOP's intense debate on FISA amidst terror threats. It highlights the State Department's new diversity officer, a radical activist criticizing America's history. The episode explores civil liberties concerns and warnings from law enforcement officials, along with controversy over the State Department's new chief diversity officer.
Apr 10, 2024 • 21min
April 10th, 2024: Rafah D-Day Set, Eastern Alliance, & Congressional Controversy
Israel's PM sets date for Rafah offensive, Russia-China alliance faces US sanctions, US transfers weapons to Ukraine. Congress drama as Marjorie Taylor-Greene eyes bid to remove House Speaker
Apr 9, 2024 • 10min
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | April 9th, 2024: Israel Threatens Strikes On Iran's Nuclear Facilities & FBI Thwarts ISIS Plot
Israeli leaders warn of potential strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, while tensions rise between the two countries. An 18-year-old from Idaho was arrested for plotting a massacre in the name of ISIS. The episode highlights the ongoing threats faced by Israel and the U.S.
Apr 9, 2024 • 20min
April 9th, 2024: NATO's Expansion Debate, China Sanction Threats, & Haiti in Turmoil
Topics include NATO's expansion debate, China facing sanctions for supporting Russia, China's use of AI for disinformation campaigns, Haiti's ongoing crisis, and US halting charter flights from Haiti.
Apr 8, 2024 • 12min
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | April 8th, 2024: Putin's Chemical Weapons & Nuclear Armageddon In America
Russian forces using chemical weapons on Ukrainian troops, potential aftermath of a nuclear missile strike on Washington D.C., President Zelensky's appeal for aid, humanitarian efforts, hypothetical scenario of nuclear attack on DC, Beam's dream powder for better sleep
Apr 8, 2024 • 17min
April 8th, 2024: Gaza Turning Point, Ecuador Embassy Raid, & Turkey’s Treaty Exit
The podcast discusses Gaza's turning point with IDF troop withdrawal, the Ecuadorian embassy raid causing diplomatic tensions, and Turkey exiting a NATO arms treaty. Additionally, they cover the surge of Chinese nationals at the US border and high-stakes talks for increased deportations.
Apr 6, 2024 • 35min
The PDB Presents | Bill O'Reilly's No Spin News
Rep. Barry Loudermilk from Georgia discusses the investigation in Fulton County DA Fani Willis's probe of Trump. Bill O'Reilly breaks down NBC News' reaction to hiring Ronna McDaniel. Topics include media bias, political controversies, and coordination between state and federal investigations into January 6 events.
Apr 5, 2024 • 12min
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | April 5th, 2024: Israel Bows To Biden Threats & CIA Warns Of Imminent Iranian Retaliation
Israel responds to Biden threats by increasing aid to Gaza while CIA warns of potential Iranian retaliation. CIA alerts possible Iranian response following Israeli airstrike on consulate. Israel closes embassies in preparation for potential conflict escalation.
Apr 5, 2024 • 18min
April 5th, 2024: Gaza Aid Allegations, Russia’s Rapid Rebuild, & Biden Backlash
Controversy in Gaza over aid workers' deaths, Russia's military rebound after Ukraine, Biden's challenges with Gaza conflict; potential U.S. diplomacy in Red Sea crisis
Apr 4, 2024 • 9min
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | April 4th, 2024: Israel Braces For Iran's Retaliation & Iranian Security Forces Slaughtered
Israeli and U.S. military brace for Iran's retaliation after airstrikes on Iranian consulate. Sunni militants attack Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps, sparking internal strife. Tensions escalate between Israel, US, and Iran with fears of direct conflict.
