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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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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, we’ll begin with Israel, as Mossad agents spill the beans about how they managed to infiltrate Hezbollah’s operations and convince the terror group to buy explosive-laced pagers and walkie-talkies that would ultimately cripple the once powerful terror army. Then, Syria’s new de facto leader is attempting to reassure the country’s ethnic and religious minorities that they will be protected under the new Islamist regime, promising an end to the sectarian violence that has long plagued the country. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief
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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: A tragedy in Germany as a driver plows into a crowded Christmas market, leaving five dead and over 200 injured. Authorities are investigating the suspect’s motives as the nation mourns. A case of friendly fire over the Red Sea, where two U.S. Navy pilots were forced to eject after their jet was struck by fire from a U.S. warship. An update on Gaza ceasefire negotiations, where Palestinian officials report progress but note that key sticking points remain. And in today’s Back of the Brief: the U.S. is scrapping a $10 million bounty on the new de facto leader of Syria, signaling a significant policy shift. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief
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In this episode of the PDB Situation Report: We begin in Israel, where a potential breakthrough could be close—a hostage and ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas. Jonathan Schanzer, Executive Director of the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies, provides the latest updates. Later in the program, we review the war in Ukraine as it enters its third year. Open Source Intelligence Analyst Ryan McBeth examines the major events of 2024 and previews what 2025 might hold. 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. Patriot Gold: Call 1-888-870-5457 for a free investor guide. Blackout Coffee: https://www.blackoutcoffee.com/PDB Jonathan Schanzer: https://x.com/JSchanzer Ryan McBeth: https://www.youtube.com/@RyanMcBethProgramming                                 https://ryanmcbeth.substack.com/
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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, an update from Syria, where the U.S. has managed to take out the top leader of ISIS in a precision strike, as U.S. diplomats travel to Damascus for their first in-person meeting with Syria’s rebel leaders. Then, Vladimir Putin has floated an insane plan to have an experimental "missile duel" with the west in Ukraine, prompting Volodymyr Zelensky to call the Russian leader a "dumbass." 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Patriot Gold: Call 1-888-870-5457 for a free investor guide.
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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We'll begin with an update on the war in Ukraine, as Russian President Vladimir Putin claims he is ready to strike a compromise with Donald Trump to end the conflict. Later in the show, Israel is setting their sights on Iran’s last remaining proxy group of note in the Middle East, warning Yemen’s Houthi rebels that the long arm of Israel will soon come for them. Plus, military bases near Chinese-owned farmland have been caught up in the mystery drone phenomena haunting U.S. skies, leading some to believe that the activity is related to espionage efforts by China’s CCP. In our 'Back of the Brief' segment, officials in Kyiv say they have disrupted a massive Russian spy ring operating within Ukraine that sought to collect sensitive intelligence related to F-16 fighter jets donated by Kyiv’s Western allies. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Patriot Gold: Call 1-888-870-5457 for a free investor guide.
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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, we’ll bring you some truly horrifying discoveries from Syria, where mass graves uncovered since the overthrow of the Assad regime are exposing some of the worst war crimes and human rights abuses since the Nazis. Then, an update on the war in Ukraine, as President Volodymyr Zelensky warns the west that Kyiv does not currently have the military strength to retake their captured territory from Russia. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Patriot Gold: Call 1-888-870-5457 for a free investor guide.
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In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief: Fallout from Assad’s collapse in Syria has reportedly upended the Middle East’s most profitable drug empire, revealing the massive trade that fueled war and social crises across the region. U.S. officials sound the alarm over a ticking time bomb in Syria: thousands of ISIS fighters still held in makeshift prisons, a security nightmare waiting to unfold. A violent gang crackdown in Colorado—police bust a kidnapping and torture plot at an apartment complex overrun by Venezuela’s Tren de Aragua syndicate. And in today’s Back of the Brief: Ukraine unveils a cutting-edge laser weapon, reportedly based on UK prototypes, that could soon be targeting Russian jets. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief  Patriot Gold: Call 1-888-870-5457 for a free investor guide.
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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, the leader of the rebel opposition that overthrew Syria’s Assad regime has announced plans to disband their militant militias and form a new national army, as they work to consolidate their power and distance themselves from their radical past. Then, the U.S. Justice Department has charged two Iranian nationals in connection with a fatal drone strike in Jordan earlier this year that killed three U.S. service members and injured dozens. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Patriot Gold: Call 1-888-870-5457 for a free investor guide.
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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Turkey's military buildup along the Syrian border is raising alarms. Ankara's moves signal a potential large-scale incursion into northern Syria—one that could lead to conflict with U.S.-backed Syrian Kurdish forces. Promising developments in ceasefire talks for Gaza, as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu heads to Cairo for what’s being described as the final stage of negotiations. The U.S. Treasury imposes new sanctions on North Korea and Russia, targeting Pyongyang’s finances and its military support for Moscow. And in today’s Back of the Brief, a potential political earthquake in Canada—Prime Minister Justin Trudeau may be on the verge of resignation. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Patriot Gold: Call 1-888-870-5457 for a free investor guide.
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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: We begin in Syria, where the Russian military appears to be conducting a large-scale withdrawal, ending over a week of speculation about whether they would stay or leave. Then, we’ll turn to Russia, where Ukraine's security service is claiming responsibility for the high-profile assassination of a Russian general in the heart of Moscow. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Patriot Gold: Call 1-888-870-5457 for a free investor guide.
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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We begin with a strange story out of Syria, where CNN is facing scrutiny for showing the rescue of a man now alleged to be a member of Assad’s military—and possibly a torturer. A troubling report from China reveals that the People’s Liberation Army has released an electronic warfare “kill list” targeting U.S. naval assets. On the Ukraine-Russia war front, Ukraine and the Pentagon report the first combat deaths of North Korean soldiers fighting alongside Russian forces in the Kursk region. And in today's Back of the Brief, incoming border czar Tom Homan shares key details about the Trump administration’s deportation plans following his meeting with New York City Mayor Eric Adams. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief  Patriot Gold: Call 1-888-870-5457 for a free investor guide.
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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, deposed Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has broken his silence from exile in Moscow, issuing his first public statement on the Islamist rebel uprising that toppled his family’s dictatorship after 50 years ruling over Syria. Then, an update on the unidentified drones that have baffled officials across the tri-state region, as federal authorities announce plans to deploy a state-of-the-art radar detection system in New York to solve the mystery. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief  Patriot Gold: Call 1-888-870-5457 for a free investor guide.
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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Why the Iranian regime may be the next to collapse as its key ally Hezbollah faces devastating leadership losses and Assad’s fall leaves Tehran’s influence in jeopardy. New satellite images reveal Iran’s so-called "drone motherships"—and thankfully, they’re far from the East Coast. Political chaos in South Korea as the parliament votes to impeach the defiant president after his failed martial law stunt. And in today’s Back of the Brief, the latest on the destructive wildfire in Malibu, where firefighters are still struggling to contain the blaze. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Patriot Gold: Call 1-888-870-5457 for a free investor guide.
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In this episode of The PDB Situation Report: We're starting in Syria, where the fall of Bashar al-Assad has dramatically shifted power dynamics in the Middle East. We'll discuss what this means for the region with Brian Carter from the American Enterprise Institute. Plus, China's latest military exercises around Taiwan are among the largest in decades, with nearly 100 vessels mobilized. Senior Research Fellow at the Heritage Foundation, Steve Yates, joins us to break down the implications. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief  Blackout Coffee: https://www.blackoutcoffee.com/PDB  Patriot Gold: Call 1-888-870-5457 for a free investor guide.
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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, President-elect Donald Trump is reportedly considering preemptive airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear program when he returns to office in January, as part of a "maximum pressure 2.0" campaign designed to bring the Islamic regime to its knees. Then, we’ll take you inside Bashar al-Assad’s final days in Syria, as reports emerge that the former strongman abandoned his loyalists and deceived those closest to him in order to flee to Russia under the cover of darkness. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Blackout Coffee: https://www.blackoutcoffee.com/PDB
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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We'll begin with an update on the war in Gaza, as Hamas reportedly yields to two of Israel’s key demands for a ceasefire, reigniting hopes that a deal can be struck to pause the fighting and rescue the remaining hostages before the year ends. Later in the show, president-elect Donald Trump has begun to outline his plans for bringing the war in Ukraine to an end, advocating a strategy that would see Europe shoulder most of the financial and military burden of supporting Kyiv over the long term. Plus, we’ll bring you the latest news on the mystery drones spooking residents across New Jersey, as the White House downplays any potential threats to national security. In our 'Back of the Brief' segment, the Biden administration quietly renewed a controversial sanctions waiver granting Iran access to some $10 billion in electricity payments from Iraq. We’ll discuss the implications, as concerns mount that Iran will use the funds to sponsor terrorism. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Blackout Coffee: https://www.blackoutcoffee.com/PDB
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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, ahead of President-elect Donald Trump’s return to the White House, the Biden administration has issued a final national security memorandum warning of the stark dangers posed by China, Iran, North Korea and Russia, who they dubbed as the new, quote, "axis of upheaval." Then, an update on the murder of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, as we learn the accused shooter, Luigi Mangione, intends to plead not guilty despite a mounting pile of evidence tying him to the brazen killing. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Blackout Coffee: https://www.blackoutcoffee.com/PDB
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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We'll begin with a look at the fate of Russia's military bases in Syria. With Bashar al-Assad's regime toppled, questions are swirling around the future of the Kremlin's foothold in the Middle East, including critical naval and air bases. A new report from The New York Times reveals that under President Biden, the United States has experienced the largest net migration in its history—averaging 2.4 million people per year during his administration. Plus, the latest on massive Chinese military drills around Taiwan, with satellite images capturing a tense standoff between Chinese and Taiwanese vessels. And in today's Back of the Brief: The massive wildfire sweeping through Malibu, destroying homes and forcing widespread evacuations. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Blackout Coffee: https://www.blackoutcoffee.com/PDB
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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, we begin with a mystery in the skies of New Jersey, where frustration is mounting among local officials regarding a deluge of drone sightings across the Garden State that have spooked residents and flummoxed federal agencies. One Congressman claims the mystery drones are of Iranian origin. Then, for the first time in 50 years, Israel has deployed ground troops into Syria beyond a demilitarized buffer zone in an attempt to protect their border region from extremist threats. We’ll discuss the implications, as well as the latest updates on Israel’s air campaign in Syria, which has now destroyed nearly 80 percent of the former Assad regime’s military capabilities. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Blackout Coffee: https://www.blackoutcoffee.com/PDB
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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Syria forms a new interim government under the relatively unknown Mohammed al-Bashir as Israel dismantles Assad's remaining war machine. UNRWA faces new scrutiny as documents reveal Hamas fighters among its top school administrators. Russia reportedly provides fighter jets to North Korea in exchange for thousands of troops, strengthening their alliance. And in today's Back of the Brief: The suspect in the murder of United Healthcare's CEO is extradited to New York to face charges. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Blackout Coffee: https://www.blackoutcoffee.com/PDB
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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, with the fall of the Assad regime, there is one major question on the minds of America’s top national security officials: do Syria’s rebels still deserve their international terrorist designation? Then, in the latest escalation from the South China Sea, the Chinese military has staged their largest show of force in decades in the waters around Taiwan. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Blackout Coffee: https://www.blackoutcoffee.com/PDB
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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: New evidence from Syria exposes the horrifying depths of former President Bashar al-Assad's brutality as prisoners emerge from dungeons described as "human slaughterhouses." Millions of Syrian refugees celebrate the collapse of Assad's regime, but European nations are freezing asylum applications, suggesting it may be time for many to return home. An update from South Korea, where the nation's president has been barred from traveling abroad after a controversial martial law decree. And in today’s Back of the Brief: a 26-year-old fugitive is finally captured. Luigi Mangione’s arrest ends the manhunt for the man accused of murdering United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Blackout Coffee: https://www.blackoutcoffee.com/PDB
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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, Israel and the U.S. have unleashed airstrikes across Syria in the wake of the fall of the Assad regime on Sunday, targeting terrorist organizations and critical weapons infrastructure at risk of falling into rebel hands. Then, an update on the violence in Haiti, where 184 people were killed in a brutal massacre over the weekend by a gang leader acting on the advice of a voodoo priest. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Blackout Coffee: https://www.blackoutcoffee.com/PDB
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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: A historic day in the Middle East as Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s regime falls to rebel forces, ending over 50 years of Assad-family rule. Governments worldwide react with a mix of hope and apprehension to this seismic shift. Ukrainian President Zelensky reveals the military death toll for Ukraine’s forces in the Russian invasion, as the U.S. prepares another billion-dollar aid package for the embattled nation. And in today’s Back of the Brief: the latest updates on the hunt for the man who killed United Healthcare’s CEO in cold blood in New York City last week. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Blackout Coffee: https://www.blackoutcoffee.com/PDB
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In this episode of The PDB Situation Report: The Assad regime in Syria faces a growing challenge as rebel forces push southward. Brian Carter from the Critical Threats Project at the American Enterprise Institute joins us to analyze the latest developments. Iranian hackers escalate their cyberattacks, reportedly breaching high-profile targets, including the president-elect's FBI nominee, Kash Patel. Former FBI counterintelligence operative Eric O’Neill shares insights into what this means for national security. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Blackout Coffee: https://www.blackoutcoffee.com/PDB Patriot Gold: Call 1-888-870-5457 for a free investor guide.
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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: We’ll begin in Syria, where the leader of the Islamic rebel insurgents has spoken publicly for the first time, vowing to overthrow the regime of Bashar al-Assad and push out Iranian and Russian interests as his fighters inch closer to Damascus. Then, we’ll look at the renewed threat Islamic terrorism poses to Europe, as intelligence authorities in Germany thwart an Islamic State inspired “lone wolf” terrorist attack targeting a popular Christmas market. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Patriot Gold: Call 1-888-870-5457 for a free investor guide.
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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: First, senior members of the incoming Trump administration have begun holding high level talks with leaders from Kyiv, seeking to narrow large differences in their visions for how to bring the war in Ukraine to a close ahead of Trump’s return to the White House in January. Later in the show, Iranian-backed Hezbollah militants have declared their intention to fight against rebel insurgents in Syria on behalf of the Assad regime, as Israel warns that the regime’s defenses are at risk of collapse. Plus, authorities in the U.K. have taken down a sprawling billion-dollar Russian money-laundering network used by foreign spies and Russian elites seeking to bypass international sanctions. In our 'Back of the Brief' segment, a tragic update out of Israel, as a long awaited probe by the Israeli Defense Forces has found that six hostages whose bodies were recovered from Gaza in August were likely killed by their Hamas guards back in February as Israeli forces closed in. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief  Patriot Gold: Call 1-888-870-5457 for a free investor guide.
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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, rebel insurgents in Syria are on the move, capturing another key city from the Syrian army in their quest to overthrow the regime of Bashar al-Assad. We’ll discuss the latest developments, and spotlight the shadowy former al-Qaida operative leading the bloody revolt. Then, an update on the war in Gaza, as Israel submits a new ceasefire proposal to Hamas that could bring about a 60 day truce and see the return of the remaining living hostages still being held in the enclave. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Patriot Gold: Call 1-888-870-5457 for a free investor guide.
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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We begin with reports that Kash Patel, Donald Trump’s pick to lead the FBI, was targeted in a cyberattack allegedly linked to Iran. This marks another Trump official in the crosshairs of the Islamic Republic. Later, France’s government collapses following a no-confidence vote against its Prime Minister—just weeks after the German government fell. What this means for the powerhouses of the European Union. Plus, in South Korea, opposition parties are moving to impeach the president just hours after his dramatic martial law declaration failed. And in today’s Back of the Brief: A shocking murder in New York City as the CEO of America’s largest insurance provider is fatally shot outside a Manhattan hotel. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Patriot Gold: Call 1-888-870-5457 for a free investor guide.
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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, U.S. intelligence officials are urging Americans to protect their private communications behind encrypted apps as they continue to grapple with the fallout from an unprecedented cyber-attack by Chinese operatives. Then, we’ll turn to Cuba, where the country’s national power grid has once again collapsed after their largest power plant failed, leaving millions in the dark. It comes as the country faces fuel shortages and an ongoing economic crisis. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Patriot Gold: Call 1-888-870-5457 for a free investor guide.
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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: An update on the fragile ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel, which is already showing signs of strain just one week after being brokered. A report from Syria, where insurgents have captured four new towns as they advance toward the central city of Hama, with intense fighting continuing between rebels and government forces. Details on the U.S.'s latest $725 million military aid package to Ukraine, aimed at bolstering the nation’s defense as its troops are urged to hold on and wait for a potential shift in U.S. policy under President-elect Trump. And in today’s Back of the Brief: surprising revelations from a meeting between President-elect Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, where Trump floated the idea of Canada becoming the 51st 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Patriot Gold: Call 1-888-870-5457 for a free investor guide.
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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: Breaking news from the Far East: South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol is lifting his declared of martial law, averting what could have been a major constitutional crisis—but leaving his political future uncertain. Later in the show, President-elect Donald Trump issues a stark warning to Hamas, vowing there will be "hell to pay" if American hostages are not released before his inauguration. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Patriot Gold: Call 1-888-870-5457 for a free investor guide.
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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Updates from Syria, where government forces, bolstered by Russian airpower, are ramping up efforts to push back advancing rebel forces in the south. A looming trade war as President-elect Trump threatens BRICS nations with a 100% tariff for attempting to abandon the U.S. dollar. Disparate accounts from Trump and Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum about a phone call discussing efforts to halt migration through Mexico. And in today's Back of the Brief: heartbreaking news from Israel as an American, once thought to be a Hamas prisoner, is now presumed dead. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Patriot Gold: Call 1-888-870-5457 for a free investor guide.
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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, after a long legal odyssey, President Joe Biden has granted his son Hunter Biden a full and unconditional presidential pardon, insulating him from facing justice for crimes dating back a decade. Then, an update on the intensifying fight in Syria, where Iranian-backed Iraqi militias have crossed into Syria to aid forces of the Assad regime, as they attempt to mount a counteroffensive against rebel groups who seized control of Aleppo last week. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Patriot Gold: Call 1-888-870-5457 for a free investor guide.
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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Major developments out of Syria as rebel forces seize control of Aleppo, the country’s second-largest city, and continue their advance. We’ll explore what this means for Bashar al-Assad's regime, Russia's role, and the future of the war. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announces for the first time his willingness to cede territory to Russia to end the ongoing war. We’ll unpack his remarks and the potential implications. In Georgia’s capital, Tbilisi, thousands rally against the government’s decision to halt EU accession talks. We’ll discuss the protests and what’s at stake for Georgia's future. And in today’s Back of the Brief: Former President Donald Trump selects Kash Patel as his nominee for FBI Director, raising questions about his qualifications and future role. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Patriot Gold: Call 1-888-870-5457 for a free investor guide.
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In this episode of The PDB Situation Report: Former President Donald Trump’s potential cabinet picks—how they could reshape U.S. policy on China. Author and expert Gordon Chang joins us for his analysis. A troubling development for America’s military abroad—three U.S. Air Force bases in the UK are experiencing drone intrusions. Retired U.S. Army Colonel John Mills weighs in on what it means for national security. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Patriot Gold: Call 1-888-870-5457 for a free investor guide. Blackout Coffee: https://www.blackoutcoffee.com/PDB
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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Reports have surfaced that several of Donald Trump’s cabinet picks and appointees have been targeted by bomb threats in recent weeks. We’ll break down what we know and what it could mean for national security and political stability. Later, Donald Trump has named retired US Lieutenant General Keith Kellogg as a special peace envoy to Ukraine. We’ll explore General Kellogg’s background, his plan for the Ukraine conflict, and what this appointment signals for US foreign policy. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Blackout Coffee: https://www.blackoutcoffee.com/PDB
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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: The International Criminal Court issues arrest warrants for top Israeli officials, and Iran takes advantage of the situation to push its own agenda. Victims of the October 7 Hamas attack file a multi-billion-dollar lawsuit in California against a major cryptocurrency CEO, accusing the platform of financing terrorism. The Biden administration urges Ukraine to bolster its military by drafting more troops and lowering the conscription age to 18. And in today’s Back of the Brief: Three Americans detained in China for years are released in a prisoner swap with Beijing. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Blackout Coffee: https://www.blackoutcoffee.com/PDB
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Retired CIA officer Mike Baker explains what he’s thankful for on this Thanksgiving. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Blackout Coffee: https://www.blackoutcoffee.com/PDB
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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, with a ceasefire now in place in Lebanon between Israel and Hezbollah, a newly isolated Hamas has reached out to Arab mediators to revive negotiations for their own truce with Israel in Gaza. Then, Chinese President Xi Jinping’s purge of the CCP’s armed forces is intensifying, with China’s defense minister becoming the latest high-profile official to come under investigation for alleged corruption. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief  Blackout Coffee: https://www.blackoutcoffee.com/PDB
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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We’ll start things off in the Middle East, where in a major diplomatic breakthrough, Israel and Lebanon's Hezbollah have agreed to a ceasefire deal that negotiators hope will bring a permanent end to the conflict after more than a year of fighting. Later, the Kremlin is engaged in another scheme to lure foreigners into fighting in the war in Ukraine, this time partnering with the Iranian-backed Houthis to traffic Yemeni citizens into Russia. Plus, Pakistan is teetering on the brink, as deadly clashes between police and supporters of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan engulf the capital city of Islamabad. In our 'Back of the Brief' segment, we're getting a preview of just how nasty the struggle over illegal migrants may become, as Trump’s incoming ‘Border Czar’ threatens to jail Denver’s mayor if he attempts to defy federal efforts to mount a mass deportation program. 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. Blackout Coffee: https://www.blackoutcoffee.com/PDB
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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, President-elect Donald Trump declared his plans to enact sweeping new tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China the day he takes office. We’ll discuss the implications of this looming trade war, and how global leaders are reacting to the news. Then, we turn to the Baltic, where a recent cargo plane crash in Lithuania is being investigated as a potential act of sabotage or “hybrid warfare.” 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Blackout Coffee: https://www.blackoutcoffee.com/PDB
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In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief: A top NATO commander issues a stark warning for businesses to prepare for a “wartime scenario,” urging the West to secure its production lines against adversarial nations like Russia. New satellite imagery reveals North Korea ramping up production of short-range missiles for Russia, with components sourced from the West. A surprising cybersecurity risk: Chinese-made cranes used in U.S. ports—responsible for 80% of American container operations—may pose a serious national security threat. And in today’s Back of the Brief: Mexican cartels are exploiting the CBP One app, a tool for migrants, to track and kidnap potential victims. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief. Blackout Coffee: https://www.blackoutcoffee.com/PDB
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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, a potential diplomatic breakthrough in the Middle East, as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu signals Jerusalem’s support for a U.S.-backed ceasefire with Hezbollah. Then, we turn to the U.K., where swarms of unidentified drones were spotted flying over three British airbases that house United States Air Force operations. We’ll discuss the mysterious sightings, and who may be behind the activity. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief  Blackout Coffee: https://www.blackoutcoffee.com/PDB
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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: An update on the situation for Ukrainian forces, who are facing mounting challenges as they lose territory in the Kursk region, signaling a faltering offensive into Russian territory. In Montreal, an anti-NATO protest escalated into a night of arson and rioting. In the Middle East, deadly exchanges between Israel and Hezbollah persist, dashing hopes for a ceasefire between the two sides. And in today’s Back of the Brief: Scott Bessent, a pro-tariff billionaire, has been tapped by President Trump as the next Treasury Secretary. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief  Blackout Coffee: https://www.blackoutcoffee.com/PDB
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In this episode of The PDB Situation Report: The latest developments in Ukraine, where advanced weapons are intensifying the conflict and raising fears of escalation. Bill Roggio from the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies joins us to break it down. Sanctuary cities push back against the Trump administration's immigration policies, with hardliners like incoming border czar Tom Homan leading the charge. Jessica Vaughan from the Center for Immigration Studies offers her insight. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Patriot Gold: Call 1-888-870-5457 for a free investor guide. Blackout Coffee: https://www.blackoutcoffee.com/PDB
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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, Europe is divided over the International Criminal Court’s decision to issue arrest warrants for Israeli leaders, with some, including the UK, indicating they could apprehend Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if he sets foot on their soil. Then, the Iranian regime has vowed to “substantially increase” their uranium enrichment program and install “new and advanced” centrifuges at their nuclear sites, after the United Nations nuclear watchdog censured Tehran for their lack of cooperation on nuclear oversight. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief  Patriot Gold: Call 1-888-870-5457 for a free investor guide.
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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: A foiled terrorist plot targeting the New York Stock Exchange. The FBI stopped a man who reportedly “expressed a desire to pursue martyrdom.” We’ll break down the details of this thwarted attack. Reports reveal that Iran is using its commercial sector to shield the development of ballistic missiles and drones, bypassing international sanctions. Texas offers close to 1,400 acres of land for constructing detention facilities for mass deportations, as sanctuary cities vow to resist the incoming administration's plans. And in today’s Back of the Brief: Former Congressman Matt Gaetz withdraws as the nominee for Attorney General, marking a potential setback for the Trump transition team. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief  Patriot Gold: Call 1-888-870-5457 for a free investor guide.
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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, we start with another potential major escalation in the war in Ukraine, as Russia launches a nuclear-capable medium-range ballistic missile for the first time since the war began. Then, the International Criminal Court, or ICC, has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, alleging the pair have engaged in crimes against humanity linked to Israeli operations in Gaza. The move promises to further inflame regional tensions, as Hamas cheered the ruling and Israeli leaders condemned the action as “outrageous” and antisemitic. 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. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Patriot Gold: Call 1-888-870-5457 for a free investor guide.
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