The President's Daily Brief
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.
Episodes
PDB Situation Report | August 22nd, 2026: Trump’s Iran Crackdown Could Trigger a Collision With China
In this episode of The PDB Situation Report:
President Trump’s plan to crush Iran’s economy may put Washington on a collision course with China, Tehran’s largest remaining oil customer. Joshua Philipp joins us to discuss whether Beijing will cooperate with the economic campaign—or keep the Iranian regime alive.
Russia pounds Kyiv with 168 drones and dozens of missiles, killing at least 16 p
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | August 21st, 2026: The Taliban Is Losing Control of Afghanistan & Hackers Target U.S. Infrastructure
In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:
The Taliban marks five years back in power, but a growing armed resistance, renewed fighting with Pakistan and the persistent threat from ISIS are raising questions about how securely it controls Afghanistan.
Federal agencies warn of an active cyber threat targeting the industrial computers that operate America’s water systems, power infra
August 21st, 2026: Iran’s Regime Is Preparing to Crush Another Uprising & Russia’s Deadly Kyiv Barrage
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
Iran’s leaders fear another popular uprising, and the return of Hossein Taeb—the notorious “Suppression Sheikh”—reveals how Tehran intends to expand surveillance and prevent another revolt.
Russia pounds Kyiv with drones and cruise missiles, killing at least 16 people as Ukraine’s shortage of air-defense interceptors becomes increasingly l
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | August 20th, 2026: Trump’s New Plan to Crush Iran’s Economy & North Korea’s Missile Barrage
In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:
President Trump opens a new front against Iran, declaring “Economic D-Day” and threatening severe consequences for any country, bank or business that helps keep Tehran’s economy alive.
North Korea answers President Trump’s diplomatic overtures with a barrage of ten ballistic missiles, days after Washington scaled back military exercises with So
August 20th, 2026: Putin Is Secretly Rebuilding Iran’s War Machine & China’s South China Sea Fortress
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
Russia is reportedly sending Iran drone components, ammunition and explosives through a protected Caspian Sea supply route, helping Tehran rebuild what American and Israeli airstrikes destroyed.
China completes the first phase of a nearly four-mile-long artificial island that analysts believe could eventually become its largest military ba
August 19th, 2026: Putin Is Secretly Rebuilding Iran’s War Machine & China’s South China Sea Fortress
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
Russia is reportedly sending Iran drone components, ammunition and explosives through a protected Caspian Sea supply route, helping Tehran rebuild what American and Israeli airstrikes destroyed.
China completes the first phase of a nearly four-mile-long artificial island that analysts believe could eventually become its largest military ba
August 19th, 2026: Russia’s Top Economist Says Putin Is Losing & Iran Fires on the UAE
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
• First—Russia fires a prominent state economist after he warns Moscow
cannot win its war of attrition against Ukraine and could face a sudden
social crisis as the costs continue mounting.
• Later—Iran fires ballistic missiles toward the United Arab Emirates just
hours after its diplomatic window with Washington expires.
• Plus—the Pentagon awa
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | August 18th, 2026: Israel Launches Airstrikes In Syria as Turkey Moves In & The Pentagon Investigates Universities
In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:
Israel bombs a Syrian airbase near the Turkish border, raising fears that its campaign to prevent Syria’s military revival could ignite a dangerous confrontation with Turkey.
The Pentagon orders 30 American universities to investigate whether their foreign partnerships exposed sensitive research—or risk losing future federal funding.
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August 18th, 2026: Iran’s Leaders Are Terrified of Another Uprising & Moscow’s Secret Drone Network
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
Iran declares that it is moving to a “fully offensive” posture and threatens a military operation to break President Trump’s naval blockade. Behind Tehran’s aggressive rhetoric, however, the regime is reportedly confronting a deepening economic crisis and growing fears of another nationwide uprising.
Russia builds a network of secret drone
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | August 17th, 2026: New Intelligence Reveals Iran’s Secret War Plan & Trump Scales Back Korea Drills
In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:
• New intelligence reveals the alarming scope of Iran’s plan to widen the war across the Middle East—including coordinated proxy attacks, threats against Gulf energy facilities, sabotage operations, and possible incursions into neighboring countries.
• President Trump scales back major US-South Korean military exercises, giving Kim Jong Un a concess
August 17th, 2026: Trump’s Secret Talks With the Men Who Control Iran & Ukraine Strikes Russia’s Starlink
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
The Trump administration reportedly bypassed Iran’s official negotiators and opened a secret backchannel directly to the Revolutionary Guard. We reveal who carried Washington’s messages—and what the operation exposed about who truly controls Tehran.
Ukraine strikes the Russian rocket center connected to Moscow’s developing alternative to S
The PDB Situation Report | August 15th, 2026: Trump’s New Plan to Force Iran to Surrender & Foreign Troops Headed for Lebanon?
In this episode of The PDB Situation Report:
First up—President Trump is turning back to economic pressure on Iran, betting that a sustained naval blockade and financial squeeze can force Tehran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Former deputy national security advisor Victoria Coates joins us with analysis.
Later in the show—an international military presence could soon be deployed to south
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | August 14th, 2026: NATO Shoots Down Mystery Drone Over Latvia & Trump Threat Intel Questioned
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
A NATO fighter shoots down an unidentified drone over Latvia as Ukraine launches one of its largest attacks inside Russia, raising new concerns that the drone war is spilling across alliance borders.
New reporting reveals U.S. intelligence could not verify the alleged Iranian missile plot that prompted President Trump’s dramatic catering-tru
August 14th, 2026: Trump’s Plan to Economically Strangle Iran & Taiwan Rehearses for Invasion
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
• First up—Secretary of War Pete Hegseth says the United States can maintain its naval blockade of Iran indefinitely, signaling that Washington may be preparing for a prolonged economic war of endurance with Tehran.
• Later in the show—Taiwan holds massive invasion drills as tensions with China rise, testing everything from civilian air-raid resp
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | August 13th, 2026: The Alliance That Could Turn the Iran War Into World War III & U.S. Considers Joint Strikes In Colombia
In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:
Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan build a NATO-style military alliance that could create a dangerous pathway for a regional war to become a global conflict.
The Trump administration considers joint strikes against armed groups inside Colombia, potentially opening a new front in America’s expanding war against the cartels.
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August 13th, 2026: The U.S. Army Got Crushed by Ukraine’s Drone Warriors & Putin’s Maritime Threat
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
The U.S. Army goes head-to-head with Ukraine’s battle-hardened drone warriors in a major war game—and suffers a crushing defeat that exposes a dangerous weakness in America’s preparations for modern combat.
Vladimir Putin threatens to seize European vessels if Western governments continue targeting Russia’s shadow fleet, raising the risk o
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | August 12th, 2026: Ukraine Destroys the Defenses Around Putin’s Palace & China’s AI Cyberattack
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
Ukraine reportedly destroys the air defenses protecting Vladimir Putin’s lavish Black Sea palace before launching a massive attack on Russia’s last major naval stronghold in the region.
China-linked hackers reportedly deploy autonomous AI agents against Taiwanese government systems in a first-of-its-kind cyberattack that may signal a dange
August 12th, 2026: Trump’s High-Stakes Gamble to Make Iran Surrender & Assad Sentenced to Death
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
President Trump changes course on Iran, stepping back from additional military strikes and betting that sanctions, a naval blockade and Tehran’s worsening economic crisis can finally force the regime to give in.
Four people are killed after Houthi militants reportedly strike a ship carrying food supplies through the Red Sea near the strate
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | August 11th, 2026: Inside Trump’s Secret Escape From an Iranian Assassination Threat & Chinese Spies Target U.S. Forces
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
New reporting reveals how President Trump was hidden inside an airport catering truck and transferred to a secret military aircraft as Air Force One served as a decoy amid a credible Iranian assassination threat.
Two former Chinese soldiers are arrested in South Korea, accused of intercepting communications involving U.S. and South Korean figh
August 11th, 2026: Putin Mulls False Flag Attack on NATO & Inside North Korea's AI Hacking Campaign
In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:
First—NATO's eastern members are quietly preparing for what they fear could be Russia's next move. Intelligence shared with Reuters suggests the Kremlin may be considering a false flag attack designed not simply to damage critical infrastructure, but to sow confusion and division inside the NATO alliance.
Later in the show—Ukrain
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | August 10th, 2026: Iran Replaces Top Regime Leader in Sudden Shakeup & Netanyahu Rejects Trump’s Gaza Plan
In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:
A major leadership shakeup in Tehran elevates Mohsen Rezaei, a veteran Revolutionary Guard commander, as Iran approaches critical decisions over the Strait of Hormuz and the future of the war.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejects President Trump’s latest Gaza peace plan, insisting Israeli forces will not withdraw until Hamas is f
August 10th, 2026: Iran’s Ridiculous New Demands for Reopening Hormuz & Houthis Strike Saudi Arabia
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
Iran unveils a sweeping list of demands for reopening the Strait of Hormuz—conditions so maximalist that the Trump administration is almost certain to reject them.
Iran-backed Houthi militants attack a major Saudi refinery just days after Riyadh signs a new defense pact with Turkey and Pakistan.
The Pentagon orders defense contracto
The PDB Situation Report | August 8th, 2026: The Iran War Exposed a Dangerous U.S. Weakness & America’s New Nuclear Strategy
In this episode of The PDB Situation Report:
The war with Iran has reportedly burned through some of America’s most important long-range missiles, raising questions about whether the Pentagon has enough left for another major conflict. Bill Roggio from the Foundation for Defense of Democracies joins us to break down the state of America’s missile stockpiles and what it could mean for U.S. mili
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | August 8th, 2026: U.S. Intel Warns Putin Could Attack NATO & The Mystery Behind Moscow's Deadly Bombing
In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:
First—Washington is quietly rethinking one of its core assumptions about the war in Ukraine. U.S. intelligence now reportedly believes Vladimir Putin may be willing to challenge NATO directly through a limited military or hybrid attack designed to probe Western resolve. If they're right, it could mark one of the most dangerous shifts in
August 7th, 2026: Trump Explodes At Hegseth Over Iran War Missile Shortage
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
President Trump reportedly confronted Secretary of War Pete Hegseth at Camp David over concerns that the war with Iran has severely depleted America's missile stockpiles. Now, the president is publicly denying those reports as the White House pushes back against claims of a growing munitions shortage.
Congress is considering a proposal tha
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | August 6th, 2026: Pentagon Rewrites Nuclear Playbook & Putin's Command Shake-Up
In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:
The Pentagon is reportedly rewriting America's nuclear war strategy, placing greater emphasis on tactical nuclear weapons as it prepares for a potential conflict with Russia or China.
Vladimir Putin announces a sweeping shake-up of Russia's military leadership, overhauling battlefield commanders, logistics and drone operations as the Kremlin se
August 6th, 2026: Is America About to Hand Iran Control of Hormuz? & Iran’s Wartime Purge
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
First—the United States and Iran may be nearing an agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but the reported terms would give Tehran control over ships entering the Persian Gulf.
Later—Iran accelerates its execution of protesters, using the war to portray domestic opposition as treason and eliminate those who challenged the regime.
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | August 5th, 2026: North Korea Sending a New Missile Unit to Russia & FBI Teams Up With Russia & China
In this episode of The PDB Description:
First up—North Korea may be preparing to send Russia an entire missile unit, complete with personnel, launchers and as many as 120 ballistic missiles for attacks against Ukraine.
Later in the show—FBI Director Kash Patel is opening unprecedented channels of cooperation with China and Russia to fight fentanyl trafficking, cybercrime and child exploit
August 5th, 2026: America's Missile Shortage & Cuba Spy Buildup
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
America may be running low on some of its most important long-range precision weapons after five months of war with Iran. We examine the new reporting, what it says about the Pentagon's munitions stockpiles, and why military planners are increasingly concerned about U.S. readiness for future conflicts.
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PDB Afternoon Bulletin | August 4th, 2026: Iran Just Revealed Its Demands for Ending the War & China Faces New Tech Restrictions
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
First—new details emerge about Iran’s demands for reopening the Strait of Hormuz and potentially ending the war, including control over vessels entering the vital waterway and oversight of those leaving.
Later—the Trump administration moves to keep Chinese-made technology out of the massive data centers powering America’s artificial-intelligen
August 4th, 2026: The Pentagon Just Admitted It Needs a New Plan for Iran & Russia's Recruitment Crisis
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
Mixed signals from Washington and Tehran leave the future of the Iran war uncertain. We'll explain why the confusion over peace talks may actually point to a much bigger problem: the Pentagon is running out of good military options.
As Russia runs short on volunteers for its war in Ukraine, the Kremlin is resorting to increasingly coercive
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | August 3rd, 2026: Iran's Leaders Are Turning On Each Other & Israel's Growing Defense Problem
In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:
First up — As the war continues, a political battle is unfolding inside Iran itself. We'll explain why the country's leadership is increasingly divided over what comes next—and what those internal fractures could mean for the future of the conflict.
Later in the show — America's military is beginning to feel the strain of the Iran war
August 3rd, 2026: How Iran Secretly Planned the Next Phase of the War & Trump Hits Pause In Iran Strikes
In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:
New reporting reveals that while publicly observing a cease-fire, Iran was secretly preparing for a much wider regional war through its proxy network. We’ll examine Tehran’s alleged plans to strike U.S. bases, Gulf energy infrastructure, and key global shipping routes if the conflict escalated.
President Trump announces he has called off a
The PDB Situation Report | August 1st, 2026: Annie Jacobsen’s Terrifying Warning About Biological War
In this episode of The PDB Situation Report:
Investigative journalist Annie Jacobsen joins Mike to discuss her new book, Biological War: A Scenario, and the terrifying possibility that the next weapon of mass destruction could be a deadly engineered pathogen.
Cliff May, founder and president of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, examines the latest developments in the war betwe
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | July 31st, 2026: Report - Saudi Arabia Eyes Ground Invasion Against Houthis & Is Hamas Ready to Disarm?
In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:
First—Saudi Arabia may be preparing to re-enter a war it has spent years trying to leave behind. Riyadh is reportedly considering a much broader military campaign against the Iran-backed Houthis, potentially marking one of the kingdom's most significant strategic shifts since the 2022 truce. If those plans move forward, they could open
July 31st, 2026: The Pentagon's Plan To Cripple Iran & Red Sea Coalition
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
New reporting reveals the Pentagon is weighing a dramatic expansion of the war with Iran, including a proposal for up to two weeks of sustained airstrikes aimed at crippling the regime's remaining missile capabilities. We examine what's under consideration and what it could mean for the next phase of the conflict.
As Houthi attacks continu
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | July 30th, 2026: Trump Launches Massive Retaliation Against Iran & Poland Missile Scare
In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:
President Trump orders a massive wave of airstrikes against Iran after Tehran's missile attack on U.S. forces, marking one of the largest American bombing campaigns against the regime since the war began. We'll examine the targets, the strategy behind the operation, and what it could mean for the next phase of the conflict.
Russia unleas
July 30th, 2026: Ukraine’s Wildberries Strikes Threaten Russia's Banking System & Iran's Missile Attack
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
Ukraine strikes another Wildberries logistics hub, and new reporting says the Kremlin is considering emergency support for Russia's largest online retailer. We examine how Kyiv's campaign against Russia's version of Amazon could create unexpected pressure on the country's banking system.
The fighting between the United States and Iran inte
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | July 29th, 2026: Iran Launches Surprise Attack On U.S. Forces & China Rearms Tehran
In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:
Iran launches a surprise ballistic missile attack on U.S. forces in Jordan, abruptly ending hopes that the latest diplomatic push could lead to a lasting ceasefire. We break down what happened, why it matters, and how President Trump may respond.
Reuters reports China is preparing to send hundreds of air-defense missile systems to Iran, potenti
July 29th, 2026: Iran's Economy Is On The Brink Of Collapse & Zelensky & Netanyahu In Washington
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
After weeks of U.S. airstrikes, the Trump administration is increasingly betting that economic pressure—not bombs—will be the decisive factor in its confrontation with Iran. I'll explain why officials believe Tehran's economy is approaching a breaking point.
President Trump hosts Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Ukrainian Pres
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | July 28th, 2026: China Is Already Preparing For Russia After Putin & Iran Weighs A Hormuz Compromise
In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:
First—China is quietly preparing for a future beyond Vladimir Putin, cultivating relationships throughout the Russian political establishment as Moscow becomes increasingly dependent on Beijing. Once viewed by Xi Jinping as a model of strength, Putin now finds himself leading the junior partner in an increasingly unequal relationship.
Later—a G
July 28th, 2026: Ukraine Launches Strike On Iranian Ship
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
Ukraine launches a dramatic long-range strike on an Iranian-linked vessel in the Caspian Sea, bringing the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East closer together than ever before. I'll explain why the strike could mark a dangerous new phase in both conflicts.
A new DEA assessment raises difficult questions about the Trump administration'
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | July 27th, 2026: Inside Ukraine's Surprising Ceasefire Proposal & Germany's Security Crisis
In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:
President Trump prepares to meet with Volodymyr Zelensky as Ukraine reportedly plans to propose an air ceasefire with Russia. I'll explain why Kyiv believes the moment may finally be right—and what both sides stand to gain.
A deadly attack at Berlin's Pride celebration is raising difficult questions about Germany's justice system after the susp
July 27th, 2026: Iranian Proxies Target Air Force One & Ukraine Missile Attack
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
New reporting reveals President Trump abruptly switched Air Force One during the NATO summit after U.S. intelligence warned of a credible threat from Iranian proxy forces targeting the President.
After nearly two weeks of daily U.S. airstrikes, President Trump appears to be pressing pause on the war with Iran. I'll explain what's driving t
The PDB Situation Report | July 25th, 2026: The Next Phase Of The Iran War Has Begun & Russia Feels The Pain
In this episode of The PDB Situation Report:
The war with Iran is expanding as the Houthis move into the fight, threatening Red Sea shipping and raising the risk of a much wider regional conflict. We're joined by Jonathan Schanzer of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies to discuss what happens next.
We take you inside Russia, where fuel shortages and relentless Ukrainian drone str
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | July 24th, 2026: Trump Threatens Biggest Strike Yet As Iran Rejects Deal & America's Newest Hypersonic Weapon Deploys Near China
In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:
First—A new U.S.-backed ceasefire proposal for Iran appears to have collapsed almost as soon as it arrived in Tehran. Now, President Trump says he is close to deciding whether to launch what he described as a “massive attack”—one bigger than anything seen in the war so far—while both sides continue expanding their military operations.
July 24th, 2026: Iran’s Proxy War Just Escalated Again & Russia’s Empty Tanks
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
First, the Iran-backed Houthis have begun enforcing their blockade of Saudi Arabia, striking oil tankers in the Red Sea as new reporting points to a deeper and more direct Iranian role behind the escalation.
Later, Russia’s growing fuel shortages are reportedly beginning to disrupt military operations in Ukraine, with some frontline units
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | July 23rd, 2026: Has Russia Entered The Iran War? & Ukraine’s Drone Breakthrough
In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:
First— U.S. intelligence officials are investigating whether Russia helped Iran target CIA facilities across the Middle East, raising new questions about how deeply Moscow may be involved in Tehran’s war effort.
Later— The United States and Ukraine reach a landmark drone agreement that could bring combat-tested Ukrainian technology to America f
July 23rd, 2026: Report: Iran Is Sending IRGC Troops Into Yemen & Israel's Election Battle
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
Growing signs suggest Iran is taking a more direct role in the Houthi campaign against Red Sea shipping, with new reports indicating Tehran has begun flying Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps personnel directly into Yemen.
Israel's political landscape is shifting as former IDF Chief of Staff Gadi Eisenkot emerges as Prime Minister Benjamin
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | July 22nd, 2026: Zelensky Just Fired Ukraine's Top General & Saudi Nuclear Pact
In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:
Ukraine's wartime leadership is thrown into turmoil after President Volodymyr Zelensky dismisses the country's top military commander following days of rare public protests and growing divisions over how the war against Russia should be fought.
The Trump administration reaches a landmark nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia that could
July 22nd, 2026: The Iran War Just Reached a Dangerous Turning Point & Ukraine’s Leadership Crisis
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
After eleven consecutive nights of U.S. airstrikes, American intelligence agencies are warning that airpower alone may not be enough to force Iran to change course.
Protests continue in Ukraine following the dismissal of Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, as new details reveal a deepening rift over how the war against Russia should be foug
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | July 21st, 2026: Report: Iran Has A New Nuclear Fortress & Cuba's U.S. Threats
In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:
New Israeli intelligence suggests Iran has moved key parts of its nuclear program into the heavily fortified Pickaxe Mountain complex, raising concerns that Tehran is shifting critical nuclear assets into a site designed to withstand future airstrikes. We explain why the underground fortress could become America's next military target.
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July 21st, 2026: Ukraine Just Found Russia’s New Weak Spot & Houthis Close Strait To Saudis
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
Ukraine appears to have found a new pressure point inside Russia. We examine why Kyiv is now targeting Russia's largest commercial logistics companies—and how disrupting the country's supply network could become the next phase of the drone war.
Yemen's Houthis are expanding the fight. We'll explain why the group's newly announced
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | July 20th, 2026: Iran's Government Is Tearing Itself Apart & China's Maritime Escalation
In this episode of The PDB Description:
Iran's government is facing a growing internal revolt as hardliners accuse President Masoud Pezeshkian of betraying the Islamic Republic, fueling fears that Tehran's own political infighting could derail any hopes for a lasting ceasefire with the United States.
Taiwan is sounding the alarm after a sharp increase in Chinese coast guard and research ves
July 20th, 2026: U.S. Prepares Massive Expansion of Iran War & Russia Pounds Ukraine
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
First up— two U.S. servicemembers are killed in an Iranian missile strike on an American base in Jordan. We'll explain why the attack may mark a major turning point in the conflict, as new reports indicate the Trump administration is preparing for a dramatic expansion of military operations against Tehran.
Later in the show— Russia and Ukr
The PDB Situation Report | July 18th, 2026: America Is Crushing Iran's Coastal Defenses & Russia's Nuclear Threat
In this episode of The PDB Situation Report:
Former U.S. Air Force fighter pilot Ryan Bodenheimer joins us to analyze America's renewed air campaign against Iran, as U.S. aircraft strike the islands and coastal defenses Tehran relies on to threaten shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
Later, as Russia's military position continues to worsen, renewed concerns are emerging that Vladimir Put
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | July 17th, 2026: The U.S. Just Cut Off Iran's Military & Trump Accuses China of 2020 Election Interference
In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:
First—for nearly a week, the U.S. has been targeting Iran’s missiles, drones and naval forces. But overnight, Washington expanded its target list. American forces struck bridges, rail links and other infrastructure that keeps Iran’s military supplied. And that could reveal how Washington intends to pressure Iran moving forward.
Lat
July 17th, 2026: Iran Is Preparing Its Biggest Escalation Yet & America's New Missile Strategy
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
Iran may be preparing its biggest escalation yet. We explain why the Bab el-Mandeb Strait—not the Strait of Hormuz—could become the next major flashpoint in the conflict, and how Tehran may be looking to squeeze the global economy instead of taking on the U.S. military directly.
The Pentagon is embracing a key lesson from Ukraine, moving t
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | July 16th, 2026: Why Ukrainians Are Suddenly Protesting Zelensky & Iran's Hidden Supply Network
In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:
Rare protests erupt in Kyiv after President Volodymyr Zelensky dismisses the official many Ukrainians credit with helping transform the country's drone war against Russia, raising new questions about wartime leadership and political unity.
The Trump administration opens a new front in its pressure campaign against Iran, targeting the shadowy in
July 16th, 2026: Iran's Secret Island Bases Are Under Attack & Ukraine's Robot Assault
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
American forces are now targeting three tiny islands that have become the key to Iran's ability to threaten shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. We'll explain why these little-known outposts sit at the heart of Tehran's military strategy—and why the latest U.S. strikes could signal the next phase of the conflict.
China is expanding its p
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | July 15th, 2026: YouTube Title: Putin's Worst Nightmare Is Coming True — Moscow Is Falling Apart
In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:
Vladimir Putin has spent decades shielding Moscow from the consequences of his wars. Now, fuel shortages, business closures, and mounting economic warning signs suggest the Russian capital is beginning to feel the strain of the conflict in Ukraine.
New satellite imagery reveals China has constructed a full-scale replica of a U.S. Navy guid
July 15th, 2026: The Iran War Just Entered A Dangerous New Phase & Wagner's African Opioid Trade
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
The battle for the Strait of Hormuz is entering a dangerous new chapter. We examine why the Trump administration has once again shifted its strategy against Iran—and what that tells us about where the war is headed.
The remnants of Russia's Wagner mercenary force have reportedly traded the battlefield for the drug trade. We look at al
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | July 14th, 2026: U.S. Unleashes New Weapon In The Strait Of Hormuz
In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:
The U.S. naval blockade of Iran is officially back in force, and American forces unveil a weapon never before used in combat: explosive sea drones. We explain why this milestone could mark the beginning of a new era in naval warfare.
After years of defending itself against Russian missile attacks, Ukraine is helping lead a new coalition of Euro
July 14th, 2026: Trump Just Reimposed the Naval Blockade on Iran & Ukraine Targets Russia at Sea
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
President Trump reinstates the U.S. naval blockade of Iran, cutting off the regime's ports as tensions in the Strait of Hormuz continue to escalate and the risk of a broader regional conflict grows.
The war in the Middle East spreads, as Iran-backed Houthi rebels launch ballistic missiles at Saudi Arabia following an apparent strike target
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | July 13th, 2026: BOMBSHELL: Mossad Tried To Make Ahmadinejad Iran's Next Leader & Iran Targets Jewish Sites In Europe
In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:
• A stunning new investigation claims Israel spent years secretly cultivating former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad as an intelligence asset—and even planned to install him as Iran's next leader if the Islamic Republic fell.
• Britain accuses Iran of orchestrating attacks against Jewish targets across Europe through criminal proxie
July 13th, 2026: U.S. Launches Major Strikes As Iran Shuts Hormuz & Terrorists Embrace AI
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
• Iran says the Strait of Hormuz is closed indefinitely after another attack on commercial shipping, prompting a fresh round of U.S. airstrikes and raising the risk of a wider regional war.
• A troubling new report reveals how terrorist organizations are increasingly using artificial intelligence to improve battlefield tactics, operational planni
The PDB Situation Report | July 11th, 2026: The Iran Ceasefire Is Dead—Here's What Happens Next
In this episode of The PDB Situation Report:
The ceasefire between the United States and Iran has officially collapsed, with both sides once again exchanging military strikes across the Middle East. Former White House National Security Council official Richard Goldberg joins the show to break down what triggered the renewed fighting, what comes next, and whether the region is now headed toward
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | July 10th, 2026: Israel Warns Trump Of Iranian Assassination Plot & Zelensky Reveals China's Warning To Putin
In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:
First—For years, Iran has openly vowed to kill President Trump. But this week, those threats may have taken on a far more dangerous dimension. Israel has reportedly warned Washington that Tehran could be considering a new assassination plot.
Later in the show—President Zelensky says China privately warned Vladimir Putin against usi
July 10th, 2026: The Revolutionary Guard Just Took Control Of Iran
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
Even as U.S. and Iranian forces continue exchanging strikes, a new power structure is quietly taking shape inside Tehran. We examine who is really running Iran following the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei—and why the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps may now be the country's true center of gravity.
We take you inside the Oval Office as ne
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | July 9th, 2026: Ukraine Strikes Dozens Of Russian Ships & U.S.-Iran Strikes Intensify
In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:
Ukraine opens a new front in its campaign against Russia's wartime economy, launching an unprecedented wave of drone strikes against dozens of oil tankers tied to Moscow's shadow fleet. We explain why these ships have become one of Kyiv's highest-value targets.
The United States and Iran continue trading strikes as the latest round of fighting
July 9th, 2026: The Iran Crisis Just Entered A Dangerous New Phase & Trump Backs Kyiv
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
First up—the standoff between the United States and Iran enters a dangerous new phase. I'll explain what's changed, why the ceasefire appears to be unraveling, and what options President Trump now has moving forward.
Later in the show—President Trump signals a major shift in strategy toward Ukraine, backing long-range strikes deep inside R
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | July 8th, 2026: U.S. Launches Strikes On Iran & Russia Targets Starlink
In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:
The fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran appears to have collapsed after Tehran's attack on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz triggered a new round of U.S. military strikes and Iranian retaliation. We break down the latest developments and what they could mean for the future of the conflict.
Russia is reportedly deploy
July 8th, 2026: Russia May Soon Order A Massive Mobilization & Trump's F-35 Reversal
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
Troubling signs out of Moscow suggest the Kremlin may soon order another military mobilization. We examine why Vladimir Putin may be running out of volunteers, what a new draft could mean for the war in Ukraine, and why such a move could become one of the biggest political gambles of his presidency.
President Trump signals he's open to res
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | July 7th, 2026: Iran Resumes Attacks On Commercial Ships In Hormuz & Russian Forces Attacked In Mali
In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:
First up— just days after another round of U.S.-Iran negotiations ended without a breakthrough, Iran is accused of launching missile attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
Later in the show— Russia's campaign in Africa is encountering fresh trouble. We'll take you to Mali, where Tuareg fighters claim they've shot down one o
July 7th, 2026: Meet The Castro Who Wants To Talk To Trump
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
Cuba's next-generation Castro is stepping out of the shadows. We examine the first-ever interview between Raúl Castro's grandson and a U.S. news outlet, why he's suddenly reaching out to the American people, and what it may reveal about Havana's strategy toward the Trump administration.
President Trump heads to the NATO summit in Turkey wi
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | July 6th, 2026: China Launches One Of Its Most Dangerous Weapons
In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:
China conducts a rare submarine launch of a nuclear-capable ballistic missile into the Pacific, prompting alarm across the Indo-Pacific. We explain why U.S. allies are calling the test destabilizing—and what it reveals about Beijing's rapidly expanding nuclear capabilities and evolving nuclear strategy.
Hamas says it's prepared to step aside fr
July 6th, 2026: U.S. Intel: Russia Preparing To Attack NATO Nation & Iran's Missing Leader
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
U.S. intelligence is warning that Russia may be preparing a military provocation inside Poland in an effort to test NATO's resolve. We break down the reported threat, what it could look like, and why officials in Washington and Warsaw are taking it seriously.
Iran held a massive funeral for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, but his successor, Suprem
The PDB Situation Report | July 4th, 2026: Russia Has A New Problem At Home & Iran's Diplomatic Deadlock
In this episode of The PDB Situation Report:
Ukraine is tightening the noose around Crimea while Russian civilians grapple with growing fuel shortages at home. Retired Lt. General Ben Hodges joins us to explain what this new phase of the war could mean—and whether mounting pressure inside Russia is beginning to change the strategic picture.
The U.S. and Iran have wrapped another round of in
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | July 3rd, 2026: The New Numbers That Should Worry Putin & Nord Stream Bombshell
In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:
A new battlefield assessment suggests Russia has now suffered an estimated 1.4 million casualties in Ukraine. We examine the staggering new figures, why Moscow may be losing troops faster than it can replace them, and what the report reveals about the changing nature of modern warfare.
German prosecutors say they've solved one of the biggest my
July 3rd, 2026: Has An Insurgency Begun Inside Iran? & Russia's NATO Intelligence Campaign
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
Violence is surging in Iran's Kurdish northwest, raising a critical question: are we witnessing the early stages of a new insurgency against the regime? Mike Baker examines the latest attacks on Iran's Revolutionary Guard and what they could signal about Tehran's internal stability.
A mystery is solved. A new report suggests Russia's years
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