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The President's Daily Brief

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Podcast Summary

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.

#1

PDB Afternoon Bulletin | June 3rd, 2025: Ukraine Strikes Putin’s Prize Bridge & Boulder Terrorist Unmasked

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Ukraine claims responsibility for a major strike on the Kerch Bridge, a key link between Crimea and mainland Russia. Officials say over a ton of explosives were used to damage its underwater supports. And in Colorado, we’re learning more about the man behind a terrorist attack on a pro-Israel march in Boulder. The suspect allegedly threw Molotov cocktails at demonstrators during a peaceful rally calling for the release of Israeli hostages. 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 TriTails Premium Beef: Visit for 2 free Flat Iron steaks with your first box over $250 Lean: Visit & use code pb20 for 20% off Jacked Up Fitness: Go to and use code BAKER at checkout to save 10% off your entire purchase Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-06-03•14mins
#2

June 3rd, 2025: Media Falls For Desperate Hamas Hoax & Russia-Ukraine Talks Resume

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: A global headline crumbles as new footage contradicts claims that Israeli forces killed dozens at a Gaza aid site. Ukraine and Russia meet in Istanbul for another round of talks following a dramatic weekend. The United States quietly approves Syria’s plan to integrate thousands of former jihadist rebels into its national army. And in today’s Back of the Brief—Greta Thunberg and a Game of Thrones actor join a Gaza-bound flotilla aimed at breaching Israel’s naval blockade. 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 Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold Lean: Visit & use code pb20 for 20% off Jacked Up Fitness: Go to and use code BAKER at checkout to save 10% off your entire purchase Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-06-03•28mins
#3

PDB Afternoon Bulletin | June 2nd, 2025: New Details Revealed About ‘Russia’s Pearl Harbor’ & A Terrorist In Boulder

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: New intel reveals how Ukraine pulled off its most ambitious drone operation yet—crippling key Russian airbases and striking at the heart of Moscow’s long-range bomber fleet. A terrorist attack in Boulder, Colorado: Molotov cocktails thrown at a peaceful march for Israeli hostages. We’ll bring you the latest on the suspect and what we know so far. 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 Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold Lean: Visit & use code pb20 for 20% off Jacked Up Fitness: Go to use code BAKER at checkout to save 10% off your entire purchase Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-06-02•14mins
#4

June 2nd, 2025: Ukraine Cripples Russian Bomber Fleet In Massive Drone Blitz & Gaza Hostage Talks Stall

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Ukraine hits Russia’s long-range bomber fleet in a daring drone strike that hit strategic airbases thousands of miles inside Russian territory. Hamas agrees to a partial hostage release but demands major changes to the U.S.-brokered ceasefire plan. The United States offers Iran a new nuclear deal—will Tehran take the bait, or walk away again? And in today’s Back of the Brief: ISIS resurfaces with its first attacks on Syria’s transitional government since Assad’s fall. 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 Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold Lean: Visit & use code pb20 for 20% off Jacked Up Fitness: Go to use code BAKER at checkout to save 10% off your entire purchase Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-06-02•25mins
#5

PDB Situation Report | May 31st, 2025: 50,000 Russian Troops Amass On Ukraine’s Border & No End in Sight for Gaza

In this episode of The PDB Situation Report: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky sounds the alarm as Russia amasses 50,000 troops near the northeastern border. Is a new offensive coming? Retired Lt. General Ben Hodges, former commanding general of U.S. Army Europe, joins us to assess the threat and what it means for NATO. As the war between Israel and Hamas reaches the 600-day mark, the fate of dozens of Israeli hostages remains uncertain. Bill Roggio from the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies shares the latest on Israel’s efforts in Gaza. 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-31•55mins
#6

PDB Afternoon Bulletin | May 30th, 2025: China-US Tariff Truce On The Verge Of Collapse & A Fragile Peace in South Asia

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We’ll start things off with the U.S.-China trade truce—hanging by a thread after a series of aggressive moves from the Trump administration. Later in the show—an update on the conflict between India and Pakistan. Both nations have stepped back from the brink of war—but diplomacy remains on ice. 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 TriTails Premium Beef: Visit 2 free Flat Iron steaks with your first box over $250 Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-30•14mins
#7

May 30th, 2025: Did Ukraine Try to Assassinate Putin? & New Nuclear Warnings About Iran

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: A top Russian military official claims President Vladimir Putin was nearly assassinated by a Ukrainian drone strike during a recent visit to the front lines in the Kursk region. A new Gaza ceasefire plan from U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff has been accepted by Israel—but Hamas is pushing back with demands for major changes. A new Austrian intelligence report directly challenges U.S. assessments, alleging Iran’s nuclear weapons program remains active and is advancing at a rapid pace. And in today’s Back of the Brief: the U.S. raises its flag in Damascus for the first time since 2012, signaling a potential diplomatic thaw with Syria’s government. 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 TriTails Premium Beef: Visit 2 free Flat Iron steaks with your first box over $250 Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-30•21mins
#8

PDB Afternoon Bulletin | May 29th, 2025: U.S. Takes Aim At CCP Influence On Campus & A Legal Blow To Trump's Trade Plan

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: The Trump administration tightens the screws on Chinese influence in American academia. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announces sweeping visa revocations targeting Chinese nationals tied to the Chinese Communist Party or those working in sensitive research areas. The move could upend the $50 billion international education industry and choke off a vital talent pipeline for U.S. tech. A federal court blocks a key part of President Trump's aggressive tariff agenda. Judges rule that Trump overstepped his authority in imposing duties on nearly all U.S. trading partners, a decision that could reshape the future of American trade policy and land the issue before the Supreme Court. 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 Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold DeleteMe: Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you text PDB to 64000. Message and data rates apply Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-29•13mins

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#9

May 29th, 2025: How GNC Is Giving China A Foothold on U.S. Military Bases & Russia’s Troop Build-Up

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief: A shocking breach on U.S. military bases—a supplement chain owned by a Chinese company with ties to the CCP is operating inside secure installations, prompting serious national security concerns. Ukraine warns that Russia is massing 50,000 troops near the northeastern border, possibly preparing for a new offensive. Germany pledges to help Ukraine develop its own long-range missile program—potentially allowing Kyiv to strike deep into Russian territory without Western restrictions. And in today’s Back of the Brief—Secretary of State Marco Rubio announces new visa bans targeting foreign officials who censor Americans online. 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 Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold TriTails Premium Beef: Visit for 2 free Flat Iron steaks with your first box over $250 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-29•23mins
#10

PDB Afternoon Bulletin | May 28th, 2025: Kremlin Sends WWIII Warning To Trump & Americans Told to Flee Venezuela

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: Russia’s former president issues a World War III warning directly aimed at Donald Trump. The U.S. State Department urges all Americans to leave Venezuela, warning of torture, kidnapping, and wrongful detention risks. 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 Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold DeleteMe: Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you text PDB to 64000. Message and data rates apply Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-28•14mins
#11

May 28th, 2025: UN Fumes As Mystery Group Takes Over Gaza Aid Operations & New Evidence Of War Crimes In Ukraine

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: A shadowy new group is distributing aid in Gaza—but the United Nations is furious, major relief groups are boycotting it, and the organization’s director has abruptly resigned. We break down what we know about the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation. Later, intercepted Russian communications appear to reveal orders to execute surrendering Ukrainian soldiers—potentially a clear war crime if confirmed. Israel and Syria are quietly holding direct talks for the first time in years, hoping to ease tensions along their shared border. And in today’s Back of the Brief: a nationwide truckers’ strike is spreading across Iran, affecting over 40 cities and revealing growing unrest inside the regime. 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 Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold TriTails Premium Beef: Visit for 2 free Flat Iron steaks with your first box over $250 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-28•25mins
#12

PDB Afternoon Bulletin | May 27th, 2025: Trump Puts EU Tariffs On Hold & Eyes Sanctions On Putin

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief: President Trump agrees to delay his 50% tariff threat on all European Union imports following a direct call from European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. Later in the show: Signs of escalating tension between Washington and Moscow, as Trump weighs new sanctions on Russia for its continued aggression in Ukraine. 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 Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold TriTails Premium Beef: Visit for 2 free Flat Iron steaks with your first box over $250 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-27•12mins
#13

May 27th, 2025: Hamas Pulls A Ceasefire Bait-And-Switch & Western Green Light for Ukraine

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Hamas announces support for a ceasefire proposal—but it turns out the U.S. never made the offer. We’ll explain what really happened. A new investigation exposes how the British government may have funneled millions to Hamas via UNICEF—and knew about it. Germany, France, the U.K., and the U.S. lift restrictions on Ukraine, allowing strikes deeper inside Russian territory. And in today’s Back of the Brief: North Korea arrests four officials after Kim Jong Un’s latest warship launch ends in public embarrassment. 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 Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold TriTails Premium Beef: Visit 2 free Flat Iron steaks with your first box over $250 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-27•21mins
#14

PDB Afternoon Bulletin | May 26th, 2025: Trump Blasts ‘Crazy’ Putin In Rare Rebuke & U.S.-Iran Talks Inch Forward

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: We’ll start things off with a surprising shift from Donald Trump—he’s calling Vladimir Putin “crazy” following a weekend of intense Russian strikes on Ukraine. Later in the show—modest progress is being reported in the fifth round of talks between the U.S. and Iran. We’ll lay out what we know. 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-26•12mins
#15

May 26th, 2025: Hamas On The Verge Of Collapse & A Cartel Kingpin Goes Down

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Hamas is facing the worst crisis in its history. With key leaders dead, finances depleted, and fighters unpaid, the terror group’s grip on Gaza is beginning to collapse. Russia launches its largest missile and drone barrage since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine—then hours later, agrees to a major prisoner swap with Kyiv. President Trump threatens a fresh wave of tariffs—targeting both the European Union and Apple with steep penalties. And in today’s Back of the Brief: A top Sinaloa Cartel leader with ties to El Chapo’s son is killed in a gunfight with Mexican forces. 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-26•19mins
#16

PDB Situation Report | May 24th, 2025: U.S. Intel: Israeli Strike Incoming & Trump Reveals The Golden Dome

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: New U.S. intelligence indicates that Israel may be preparing to strike Iran’s nuclear facilities, sparking concern in Washington. Behnam Ben Taleblu from the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies explains what this could mean for U.S. foreign policy and regional stability. Former President Donald Trump unveils bold new details of his “Golden Dome” missile defense initiative aimed at protecting the U.S. from missile and drone attacks. Brandon Weichert, author of Winning Space, joins us to break down the ambitious plan and what it could mean for America’s future in missile defense. 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-24•53mins
#17

PDB Afternoon Bulletin | May 23rd, 2025: Will Iran Walk Away From Nuclear Negotiations? & Russia, Ukraine To Swap 2,000 Prisoners In Largest Exchange Of The War

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, another round of nuclear talks between the U.S. and Iran took place today in Rome, but increasingly intransigent leaders in Tehran are growing skeptical that they will be able to reach a new deal with the Trump administration. We’ll have the details. Later in the show—despite the diplomatic deadlock over the war in Ukraine, leaders in Kyiv and Moscow are carrying out the largest prisoner swap of the more than three year old conflict that will see 2,000 soldiers freed. 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 Jacked Up Fitness: Go to and use code BAKER at checkout to save 10% off your entire purchase TriTails Premium Beef: Visit for 2 free Flat Iron steaks with your first box over $250 Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-23•19mins
#18

May 23rd, 2025: Trump Tells Europe Putin Isn't Ready For Peace & Furious Kim Jong Un Humiliated By Botched Launch Of New Warship

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: First, President Donald Trump reportedly told European leaders in a recent call that Russian strongman Vladimir Putin is not ready to end the war in Ukraine, dousing hopes for a near-term peace deal, though the White House is disputing the reports. Later in the show—Venezuela releases an imprisoned U.S. Air Force veteran to American officials in a bid to improve bilateral ties and keep Western oil companies operating inside the country. The move comes amid high stakes talks with the Maduro regime to accept the return of thousands of Venezuelan migrants. Plus, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu denies reports of a rift with President Trump, and sets the implementation of Trump’s proposed plan to relocate Gaza’s civilians as a condition for ending the war. In our 'Back of the Brief—North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un suffered a major embarrassment after his newest warship was severely damaged during a botched launch ceremony on Wednesday, leaving the tyrant in a fury. 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 Jacked Up Fitness: Go to and use code BAKER at checkout to save 10% off your entire purchase TriTails Premium Beef: Visit for 2 free Flat Iron steaks with your first box over $250 Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-23•25mins
#19

PDB Afternoon Bulletin | May 22nd, 2025: Who Is Pro-Palestine Activist Who Killed 2 Israelis In DC? & UK Suspends Trade Talks, Sanctions Israel Over Gaza Campaign

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, two Israeli Embassy staff members were shot and killed in a horrific antisemitic attack in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday night. The shooter is an alleged far left activist who shouted, “Free Palestine” and “I did it for Gaza” while being arrested. We’ll have the latest details. Later in the show—the British government has suspended free trade talks with Israel and issued a wave of sanctions against Israeli settlers in the West Bank after promising to take “concrete actions” if leaders in Jerusalem did not end their expanded military campaign in Gaza. 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 Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold Kikoff: Build credit fast and get your first month for just a dollar at today. Thanks to Kikoff for sponsoring us! Jacked Up Fitness: Go to and use code BAKER at checkout to save 10% off your entire purchase Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-22•17mins
#20

May 22nd, 2025: Leaked Intel: Israel Poised To Strike Iran’s Nuclear Sites & Ukrainian Official Assassinated

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Startling new intelligence suggests Israel is preparing to strike Iranian nuclear facilities, even as the U.S. pursues diplomacy with Tehran. A gruesome discovery in Mexico—authorities uncover a suspected cartel “death camp” where victims were tortured, incinerated, and buried. A political assassination in Spain—A former Ukrainian official with ties to the pro-Russian regime is gunned down outside an American school in Madrid. And in today’s Back of the Brief: Canada is in talks to join President Trump’s “Golden Dome” missile defense system. We’ll explore what that means for North American 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 Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold Kikoff: Build credit fast and get your first month for just a dollar at today. Thanks to Kikoff for sponsoring us! Jacked Up Fitness: Go to and use code BAKER at checkout to save 10% off your entire purchase Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-22•26mins
#21

PDB Afternoon Bulletin | May 21st, 2025: China Rages At Trump's 'Golden Dome' Announcement & Top Aides To Mexico City Mayor Assassinated In Suspected Cartel Hit

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, President Donald Trump has unveiled his plans to build a new comprehensive air defense system for the United States that he has dubbed the “Golden Dome,” and China is already throwing a fit, accusing the U.S. of trying to turn space into a warzone. We’ll have the details. Later in the show—Mexico’s bloody political violence escalates inside the country’s capital, where two top aides to the mayor of Mexico City were brazenly assassinated in broad daylight on Tuesday in a suspected cartel hit. 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 Kikoff: Build credit fast and get your first month for just a dollar at Thanks to Kikoff for sponsoring us! Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold Jacked Up Fitness: Go to use code BAKER at checkout to save 10% off your entire purchase Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-21•17mins
#22

May 21st, 2025: China Funding Anti-ICE Groups In The US & Europe Hits Russia With New Sanctions

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: A disturbing new investigation finds China may be bankrolling a U.S. nonprofit that teaches illegal immigrants how to evade ICE, with ties traced directly to Communist Party-linked entities. Later in the show—new details emerge about an Israeli covert operation in Gaza. Special forces disguised as women penetrated enemy lines to eliminate a senior terror commander. Plus—Europe targets Russia’s shadow fleet. Nearly 200 oil tankers now face sanctions as the EU and UK aim to disrupt Moscow’s oil smuggling network. And in today’s Back of the Brief—a historic conviction. The Navy’s former second-in-command is found guilty of bribery, marking the highest-ranking U.S. officer ever convicted of a federal crime while in uniform. 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 Kikoff: Build credit fast and get your first month for just a dollar at Thanks to Kikoff for sponsoring us! Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold TriTails Premium Beef: Visit for 2 free Flat Iron steaks with your first box over $250 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-21•24mins
#23

PDB Afternoon Bulletin | May 20th, 2025: Report: Trump Threatens To 'Abandon' Israel & Russia Launches Fresh Drone Attacks After Trump-Putin Call

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, a bombshell report out of the Washington Post is claiming that the Trump administration has threatened to abandon Israel if they do not end the war in Gaza. But the White House is pushing back, calling the claim “absurd.” We’ll have the details. Later in the show—despite President Trump’s efforts to broker ceasefire negotiations between Ukraine and Russia, the war shows no signs of slowing. Ukraine and Russia accused each other of launching fresh drone attacks overnight, just hours after Trump spoke directly with Vladimir Putin about reviving direct talks between Kyiv and 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 TriTails Premium Beef: Visit for 2 free Flat Iron steaks with your first box over $250 Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold Jacked Up Fitness: Go to and use code BAKER at checkout to save 10% off your entire purchase Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-20•16mins

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#24

May 20th, 2025: Putin Signals ‘Compromise’ After Trump Call & A Cartel Ambush In Mexico

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: President Trump says Russia and Ukraine will begin “immediate” ceasefire negotiations after a two-hour call with Vladimir Putin. The Kremlin confirms Putin is open to discussing “compromises” following what it described as a frank conversation. Two security consultants—one of them a former U.S. State Department contractor—are gunned down in what appears to be a cartel ambush at a restaurant in Guadalajara, Mexico. Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Khamenei, unleashes a blistering attack on President Trump following his Middle East visit, accusing him of lying and calling for the destruction of Israel. And in today’s Back of the Brief: Australia begins loading nearly 50 decommissioned Abrams tanks for shipment to Ukraine, despite quiet objections from U.S. officials. 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 TriTails Premium Beef: Visit for 2 free Flat Iron steaks with your first box over $250 Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold Jacked Up Fitness: Go to and use code BAKER at checkout to save 10% off your entire purchase Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-20•24mins
#25

PDB Afternoon Bulletin | May 19th, 2025: How China Helped Pakistan Shoot Down Indian Jets & IDF Begins Massive Ground Offensive In Gaza

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, amid the fragile ceasefire between India and Pakistan, we’re now learning that China played a direct role in helping the Pakistani military shoot down Indian fighter jets earlier this month, a revelation that risks deepening tensions between the nuclear-armed neighbors. Later in the show—Israel begins large-scale ground operations across the Gaza Strip as part of a major new offensive that aims dismantle Hamas’ remaining military capabilities and take full control of the battered 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 Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold TriTails Premium Beef: Visit for 2 free Flat Iron steaks with your first box over $250 Kikoff: Build credit fast and get your first month for just a dollar at today. Thanks to Kikoff for sponsoring us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-19•17mins
#26

May 19th, 2025: Secret Hamas Documents Reveal True Reason Behind Oct. 7 Attacks & Trump To Speak With Putin

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Newly uncovered IDF documents reveal what may have been Hamas’ true motivation behind the October 7th attacks—a calculated political strategy with major regional implications. After a failed round of peace talks in Turkey, President Trump is personally reaching out to both Putin and Zelensky in a renewed bid for a Ukraine ceasefire. A deadly explosion outside a Palm Springs reproductive clinic is now being investigated by the FBI as an intentional act of terrorism. And in today’s Back of the Brief—the Trump administration is reportedly developing a controversial plan to resettle up to one million Gazans in Libya. 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. Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on goldTriTails Premium Beef: Visit for 2 free Flat Iron steaks with your first box over $250Kikoff: Build credit fast and get your first month for just a dollar at today. Thanks to Kikoff for sponsoring us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-19•23mins
#27

PDB Situation Report | May 17th, 2025: Iran’s Secret Weapons Lab Revealed & Russia’s Battlefield Recovery

In this episode of The PDB Situation Report: Iran is caught red-handed. A new report reveals a previously unknown nuclear weapons development site, along with a covert missile production facility hidden behind oil and petrochemical operations. Alireza Jafarzadeh from the National Council of Resistance of Iran joins us to explain how the discovery was made. On the Eastern Front, Russian forces appear to be withstanding heavy casualties—and replacing losses fast enough to reinforce troop strength. George Barros from the Institute for the Study of War shares a new battlefield assessment and what it says about Moscow’s long-term strategy. 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 Beam: Visit use code MIKE to get our exclusive discount of up to 40% off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-17•57mins
#28

PDB Afternoon Bulletin | May 16th, 2025: China Develops Space-Based 'Kill Web' To Defeat The U.S. & Israel's Secret Talks With Syria's Islamist Regime

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, America’s space chief is sounding the alarm on Russian and Chinese advances in space-based warfare, including Beijing’s “kill web” satellite network, Moscow’s intention to put a nuclear weapon into orbit, and their joint project to build a permanent moon base by mid-2030. We’ll have the details. Later in the show—in a surprising development, we are learning that Israel is engaged in secret talks with the new Islamist regime in Syria. The discussions are reportedly aimed at reducing tensions between the longtime adversaries, and at potentially having Damascus join the Abraham Accords, which would further erode Iran’s strategic interests in the Middle East. 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 Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold DeleteMe: Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you text PDB to 64000. Message and data rates apply TriTails Premium Beef: Visit for 2 free Flat Iron steaks with your first box over $250 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-16•17mins
#29

May 16th, 2025: Trump Claims US Close To Nuclear Deal With Iran & How Tehran Leverages Global Crime Syndicates For Targeted Assassinations

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: First, President Donald Trump claimed Thursday that the U.S. and Iran are close to reaching a new nuclear deal, saying that the mullahs have “sort of” agreed to terms, after White House officials presented Tehran with a new proposal on Sunday. But Iran is denying the reports of a new proposal, and say there are still large gaps to bridge in the talks. Later in the show—President Trump said Thursday that Gaza should be turned into a U.S. administered “freedom zone,” as ceasefire talks in Qatar stall, and Israel expands operations in the battered enclave. Plus, we’ll look at reports that the Iranian regime is aggressively expanding their foreign assassination and kidnapping operations, leveraging criminal gangs to carry out their dirty work. In our 'Back of the Brief—Authorities disrupt an alleged plot to carry out an ISIS-inspired terror attack on a military facility near Detroit by a former member of Michigan's Army National Guard. We’ll have the details. 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 Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold DeleteMe: Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you text PDB to 64000. Message and data rates apply TriTails Premium Beef: Visit for 2 free Flat Iron steaks with your first box over $250 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-16•24mins
#30

PDB Evening Bulletin | May 15th, 2025: Chinese Spy Devices Discovered In Solar Panels & Putin Snubs Direct Peace Talks With Zelensky In Turkey

In this episode of The PDB Evening Bulletin: First, U.S. energy officials are re-evaluating the national security risks posed by Chinese-made equipment critical to America’s renewable energy infrastructure, after discovering what appear to be spy devices hidden inside Chinese solar power inverters. Later in the show—high stakes direct peace talks between Russia and Ukraine that were planned for Thursday in Turkey hit a major snag, as Russian President Vladimir Putin decided to skip the negotiations, instead sending a junior delegation in a snub to Kyiv and President Donald Trump. 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/@presidentsdailybriefDeleteMe: Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you text PDB to 64000. Message and data rates apply Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold TriTails Premium Beef: Visit for 2 free Flat Iron steaks with your first box over $250 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-16•18mins
#31

May 15th, 2025: Russian Terror Plot Foiled In Germany & Trump Lands A Deal In Qatar

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief: German authorities foil a Russian-backed terror plot aimed at sabotaging Western supply chains with mid-air parcel explosions. The European Union slaps new sanctions on Moscow and threatens more if Putin rejects a proposed 30-day ceasefire. President Donald Trump secures a $200 billion jet deal with Qatar during his Middle East visit, bolstering U.S. defense and trade ties. And in today’s Back of the Brief—Mexico’s top security chief confirms that 17 relatives of cartel leaders were allowed into the U.S. under a deal struck between the Trump administration and a son of the former Sinaloa Cartel boss. 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 DeleteMe: Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you text PDB to 64000. Message and data rates apply Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold TriTails Premium Beef: Visit for 2 free Flat Iron steaks with your first box over $250 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-15•23mins
#32

PDB Afternoon Bulletin | May 14th, 2025: Revealed: The Surprising Intel That Led Trump To End The Houthi War & Macron Floats Deploying France's Nuclear Deterrent Across Europe

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, we’ll revisit the recent ceasefire struck between the Trump administration and Iranian-backed Houthis, and the critical intelligence that led the White House to cut the bombing campaign against the terror group short. Later in the show—amid ongoing concerns about Russian aggression and whether the EU can rely on the U.S. as a military deterrent, French President Emmanuel Macron has said he is open to deploying his country's nuclear weapons to other European countries. We’ll have the details. 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 Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold TriTails Premium Beef: Visit for 2 free Flat Iron steaks with your first box over $250 DeleteMe: Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you text PDB to 64000. Message and data rates apply Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-14•16mins
#33

May 14th, 2025: Secret Chinese Delegation Spotted At U.S. Treasury & And Trump’s Deal With The Saudis

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We’ll start with some cloak and dagger diplomacy that flew under the radar last month—a secret visit by a Chinese delegation to the U.S. Treasury Department reveals just how far the Chinese Communist Party will go to control the narrative. President Trump kicks off his Middle East swing with two major announcements: a $600 billion Saudi investment pledge and a $142 billion arms deal. Plus, the latest from Israel, where Prime Minister Netanyahu says the fight against Hamas is entering its final phase. And in today’s Back of the Brief—a new era of U.S.-Syrian relations may be on the horizon, as President Trump moves to lift decades-old sanctions on Syria. 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 Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold TriTails Premium Beef: Visit for 2 free Flat Iron steaks with your first box over $250 DeleteMe: Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you text PDB to 64000. Message and data rates apply Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-14•24mins
#34

PDB Afternoon Bulletin | May 13th, 2025: Mayoral Candidate Gunned Down During Live Stream In Mexico & Starmer Declares UK's 'Open Borders Experiment' A Failure

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, Mexico is suffering another blood-soaked election season. The latest victim was a mayoral candidate in the Mexican state of Veracruz who was gunned down Sunday, along with three of her supporters, during a live broadcast of a campaign rally. We’ll have the details. Later in the show—British Prime Minister Keir Starmer unveils the U.K.’s most sweeping immigration overhaul in decades, declaring the country’s “open borders experiment” has failed. 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 Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold DeleteMe: Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you text PDB to 64000. Message and data rates apply TriTails Premium Beef: Visit 2 free Flat Iron steaks with your first box over $250 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-13•16mins
#35

May 13th, 2025: Satellite Intel Uncovers Iran’s Secret Nuclear Facility & Zelensky-Putin Meeting?

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Alarming new satellite images and opposition intel reveal what may be a secret Iranian nuclear weapons site, tied to long-range missile development. Possible peace talks between Ukrainian President Zelensky and Russian President Putin are being arranged in Turkey, with President Trump hinting he may attend during his Middle East visit. The Kurdish PKK announces it will disband and disarm, bringing an end to one of the world’s longest-running insurgencies. And in today’s Back of the Brief: High-stakes U.S.-Iran nuclear negotiations conclude with no breakthrough—but both sides agree to keep talking. 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 Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold DeleteMe: Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you text PDB to 64000. Message and data rates apply TriTails Premium Beef: Visit 2 free Flat Iron steaks with your first box over $250 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-13•23mins
#36

PDB Afternoon Bulletin | May 12th, 2025: US-China Agree To Slash Tariffs In Major Trade Breakthrough & White House Secures Release Of American-Israeli Hostage From Hamas Captivity

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: We’ll begin today with a surprise breakthrough regarding U.S.-China relations, as the two global economic powers agree to substantially roll back tariffs on each other’s goods for 90-days and remove most economic barriers as part of a deal to defuse the trade war. Later in the show—Hamas unconditionally released American-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander from captivity in Gaza on Monday, following direct talks between the Iranian-backed terror group and the Trump administration. 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 TriTails Premium Beef: Visit for 2 free Flat Iron steaks with your first box over $250 Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold DeleteMe: Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you text PDB to 64000. Message and data rates apply Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-12•15mins
#37

May 12th, 2025: The ‘Alarming Intel’ That Forced the India-Pakistan Ceasefire & A ‘Total Reset’ In China?

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: A fragile ceasefire between India and Pakistan is holding after the deadliest fighting in decades. U.S. officials reportedly acted on alarming intelligence, sparking a last-minute diplomatic push led by Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio. President Trump says a “total reset” has been negotiated with China after high-level trade talks in Geneva. But questions remain over what was actually agreed to—and whether China sees it the same way. Vladimir Putin calls for direct peace talks with Ukraine. President Zelensky says he’s open to it, but only if Russia agrees to a full ceasefire. And in today’s Back of the Brief—President Trump lands in Riyadh to begin a week of high-stakes diplomacy across the Gulf, including stops in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates. 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 TriTails Premium Beef: Visit for 2 free Flat Iron steaks with your first box over $250 Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold DeleteMe: Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you text PDB to 64000. Message and data rates apply Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-12•22mins
#38

PDB Situation Report | May 10th, 2025: Xi’s Weak Hand: U.S.-China Showdown & India And Pakistan On The Brink

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: The U.S. and China are set for high-stakes trade negotiations this weekend—but tensions are running high. Author Gordon Chang joins us to explain what’s really at stake. In South Asia, India and Pakistan are once again exchanging fire across the border, just weeks after a deadly terror attack in Kashmir. Are we witnessing the start of a larger regional conflict? Jeff Smith from The Heritage Foundation helps us break it down. 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-10•57mins
#39

PDB Afternoon Bulletin | May 9th, 2025: Trump Floats Major Chinese Tariff Cut & Ukraine Busts Hungarian Spy Network

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, President Donald Trump suggests he is willing to drastically cut U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods, just as his economic team heads to Switzerland for their first direct trade talks with officials from the communist regime. Later in the show—Ukraine is accusing Hungary of espionage after allegedly dismantling a Hungarian military spy network gathering sensitive intelligence regarding Kyiv’s defenses near their shared border. 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 Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold. TriTails Premium Beef: Visit for 2 free Flat Iron steaks with your first box over $250. Plus, for a limited time enjoy 5% off on almost everything site-wide excluding subscriptions and B-stock. Jacked Up Fitness: Go to and use code BAKER at checkout to save 10% off your entire purchase Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-09•18mins
#40

May 9th, 2025: Putin Embraces China's Xi, Violates His Own 'Victory Day' Ceasefire & India Trades Blows With Pakistan In Another Dangerous Escalation

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: First, Vladimir Putin violates his own unilateral ceasefire with a wave of airstrikes on Ukraine. Meanwhile, the Russian strongman met with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Venezuelan dictator Nicolas Maduro in Moscow ahead of his big “Victory Day” celebrations. Later in the show—military tensions escalate between nuclear-armed neighbors India and Pakistan, as both sides accuse each other of launching drone and missile attacks. Plus—Israeli leaders say they are prepared to defend themselves without American support against the Iranian-backed Houthis, in the wake of the Trump administration’s surprise ceasefire with the terror group. In our 'Back of the Brief—the Catholic Church has elected a new pope, for the first time in history choosing an American to serve as the new Bishop of Rome. 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 Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold TriTails Premium Beef: Visit for 2 free Flat Iron steaks with your first box over $250. Plus, for a limited time enjoy 5% off on almost everything site-wide excluding subscriptions and B-stock. Jacked Up Fitness: Go to and use code BAKER at checkout to save 10% off your entire purchase Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-09•25mins
#41

PDB Afternoon Bulletin | May 8th, 2025: Trump Announces First Trade Deal Ahead Of Critical China Summit & Violent Antisemitic Protests Return To Columbia University

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, President Donald Trump inks a new trade deal with Britain, the first major agreement reached since announcing his plans to impose sweeping reciprocal tariffs on U.S. trading partners. The announcement comes just ahead of pivotal talks between the U.S. and China set to take place in Geneva this weekend. Later in the show—violent, antisemitic protests have returned to Columbia University, where police arrested dozens of students Wednesday night after they seized the school's main library in one of the largest and most chaotic demonstrations since last year’s pro-Palestinian campus uprisings. 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 Lean: Visit & use code pb20 for 20% off Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold True Classic: Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at trueclassic.com/PDB ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-08•17mins
#42

May 8th, 2025: Will Ukraine Crash Putin’s Big Parade? & Another Navy Jet Lost

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: World leaders arrive in Moscow for Victory Day celebrations, but President Zelensky warns Ukraine can’t guarantee their safety. Another $60 million Navy fighter jet crashes into the sea—marking the second incident in less than two weeks and raising alarm over conditions aboard U.S. carriers. A suspected terrorist, recently deported from the United States, is accused of plotting a mass attack at a Lady Gaga concert in Brazil, with plans to livestream executions and detonate bombs near the stage. In today’s Back of the Brief—a new Pentagon report reveals President Biden’s Gaza aid pier injured more than 60 American troops, far more than previously disclosed. 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 Lean: Visit & use code pb20 for 20% off Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold True Classic: Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at trueclassic.com/PDB ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-08•23mins
#43

PDB Afternoon Bulletin | May 7th, 2025: China Caves, Agrees To Trade Talks With US & The Fallout From India's Strike On Pakistan

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, U.S. and Chinese officials are set to meet this weekend for the first direct trade talks since the tariff war began last month, though experts caution there is likely a long road ahead before the two economic powers reach a new deal. Later in the show—we’ll have the latest on India’s deadly airstrikes inside Pakistan early Wednesday, which mark the most dangerous escalation between the nuclear-armed rivals in years. 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 True Classic: Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at trueclassic.com/PDB ! Jacked Up Fitness: Go to and use code BAKER at checkout to save 10% off your entire purchase Lean: Visit & use code pb20 for 20% off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-07•16mins
#44

May 7th, 2025: Red Sea Deal Announced After Houthis ‘Capitulate’ & Hegseth’s Surprise Order

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: President Trump says the Houthis have “capitulated” and will halt attacks on commercial ships in the Red Sea—but is the danger really gone? Ukrainian drones strike deep into Russian territory, forcing all four of Moscow’s major airports to suspend operations just days before Victory Day. A surprise move from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth halts multiple U.S. weapons shipments to Ukraine, blindsiding the White House in the early days of Trump’s second term. And in today’s Back of the Brief—a close call over Damascus, as Israeli and Turkish fighter jets narrowly avoid a dangerous confrontation in Syrian airspace. 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. True Classic: Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at trueclassic.com/PDB ! Jacked Up Fitness: Go to and use code BAKER at checkout to save 10% off your entire purchase Lean: Visit & use code pb20 for 20% off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-07•23mins
#45

PDB Afternoon Bulletin | May 6th, 2025: Ex-CIA Chief: Biden Armed Ukraine to Bleed—Not to Win & Israel Takes The Gloves Off Against Yemen's Houthis

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, a veteran CIA station chief just offered some harsh criticism for the former Biden administration regarding the war in Ukraine, saying the former president sorely miscalculated with Russian strongman Vladimir Putin, giving Kyiv enough weapons to “bleed” but not to win. The result, he says, was condemning Ukraine to fighting a drawn out, meat grinder war with no end in sight. Later in the show—Israel is taking the gloves off with the Iranian-back Houthis, unleashing a second wave of airstrikes on Houthi targets in Yemen on Tuesday, including a strike on the country’s main airport. The latest actions are a direct retaliation for Sunday’s missile strike on Tel Aviv’s international airport by the Houthis, which injured several people. 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 Jacked Up Fitness: Go to and use code BAKER at checkout to save 10% off your entire purchase DeleteMe: Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you text PDB to 64000. Message and data rates apply Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-06•17mins
#46

May 6th, 2025: Tariffs Spark Worker Protests Across China & IDF Hits Back After Tel Aviv Strike

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Protests erupt across China as workers rage over factory shutdowns, backpay delays, and the mounting impact of the U.S.-China trade war. Later in the show—Pakistan test-launches a ballistic missile amid renewed tensions with India following the deadly April 22 Kashmir attack. Plus, Israel strikes back. IDF warplanes hit Houthi positions in Yemen just one day after a missile landed near Tel Aviv’s main airport. And in today’s Back of the Brief—The Trump administration unveils a new program offering illegal migrants $1,000 to voluntarily self-deport. 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 Jacked Up Fitness: Go to and use code BAKER at checkout to save 10% off your entire purchase DeleteMe: Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you text PDB to 64000. Message and data rates apply Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you text PDB to 64000. Message and data rates apply Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-06•24mins
#47

PDB Evening Bulletin | May 5th, 2025: Re-Invasion: Ukrainian Forces Storm Into Russian Territory Again  & Israel Approves Plan To Seize The Entire Gaza Strip

In this episode of The PDB Evening Bulletin: First, Ukraine storms back into Russia’s Kursk region—missiles, minefields, and armored units smash through the border just days before Putin’s planned Victory Day ceasefire. Later in the show—a major update on the Israel-Palestine conflict, as Israel's security cabinet approves a plan to expand its military offensive against Hamas to seize and hold the entirety of the Gaza Strip. 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 Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold TriTails Premium Beef: Visit for 2 free Flat Iron steaks with your first box over $250 True Classic: Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at trueclassic.com/PDB ! . Please review the “AD” disclosure requirements based on FTC legal regulations here: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-06•17mins
#48

May 5th, 2025: China’s Silent Retreat: Beijing Backpedals On U.S. Tariffs & U.S. Approves Ukraine F-16 Deal

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: China quietly exempts over $40 billion worth of U.S. goods from tariffs, a major shift in its trade war strategy as economic strain mounts. A Houthi missile lands near Israel’s Ben Gurion airport, marking one of the group’s boldest strikes to date. The Trump administration deepens support for Ukraine with a $310 million F-16 training and support package. And in today’s Back of the Brief—UK counter-terror police arrest five Iranian nationals suspected of plotting an attack on British soil. 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 Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold TriTails Premium Beef: Visit for 2 free Flat Iron steaks with your first box over $250True Classic: Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at trueclassic.com/PDB ! . Please review the “AD” disclosure requirements based on FTC legal regulations here: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-05•21mins
#49

PDB Situation Report | May 3rd, 2025: Economic Pain in Beijing & U.S.–Iran Negotiation Breakdown

In this episode of The PDB Situation Report: New signs of strain in the U.S.–China tariff war as Beijing weighs potential off-ramps amid economic fallout. Steve Yates from The Heritage Foundation joins us to explain China’s possible next moves. The fourth round of nuclear talks between the United States and Iran has been postponed—officially due to “logistics.” Former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense Frank Gaffney offers his take on what’s really behind the delay. 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-03•56mins
#50

PDB Afternoon Bulletin | May 2nd, 2025: Ukraine Willing to Cede Territory? Trump Envoy Drops Bombshell & Israel Strikes Near Syria's Presidential Palace In Latest Warning

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, President Trump’s special envoy for Ukraine claims Kyiv is prepared to cede territories occupied by Russia to secure a comprehensive ceasefire, though the reported breakthrough comes as the Trump administration signals they will step back from their involvement in peace talks between Russia and Ukraine. Later in the show—Israel fires a shot across the bow at Syria’s new Islamist leaders, striking near the presidential palace in Damascus on Friday after issuing a stern warning regarding sectarian attacks. 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 Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold TriTails Premium Beef: Visit for 2 free Flat Iron steaks with your first box over $250. Plus, for a limited time enjoy 5% off on almost everything site-wide excluding subscriptions and B-stock. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-02•14mins

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