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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 bases capable of launching its latest long-range attack drones deep into NATO territory. Jared Kushner concludes two days of high-stakes negotiations with Israeli and Hamas leaders, but the two sides remain deadlocked over President Trump's plan for Gaza. In today's Back of the Brief: An embarrassing security breach for Britain's prime minister after he exchanges messages with an impostor posing as President Trump's chief of staff. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief QUO: Make this the season where no opportunity slips away. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/PDB Thanks to today's sponsor, Spring Sleep: eXciteOSA is an FDA-cleared, prescription-only device for primary snoring and mild obstructive sleep apnea. Go to springsleep.com/PDB and unlock 20% off with the code PDB. Sundays for Dogs: Upgrade your dog's food without the hassle—try Sundays for Dogs and get 50% off your first order at https://sundaysfordogs.com/PDBor use code PDB at checkout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 concession North Korea has demanded for years without securing anything in return. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Thanks to today's sponsor, Spring Sleep: eXciteOSA is an FDA-cleared, prescription-only device for primary snoring and mild obstructive sleep apnea. Go to springsleep.com/PDB and unlock 20% off with the code PDB. QUO: Make this the season where no opportunity slips away. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/PDB Pendulum: Ditch the afternoon crashes and naturally curb your cravings with 48% off the doctor-recommended Pendulum Metabolic Daily at https://pendulumlife.com/PDB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Starlink, attempting to cripple the network before it becomes fully operational. China launches a new Arctic shipping route to Europe, using Russia's northern coastline to bypass increasingly dangerous maritime chokepoints. In today's Back of the Brief: Iran claims three pilots missing since a failed bombing mission are being held prisoner in Qatar—but Doha denies it. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com.  Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief.  YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Thanks to today's sponsor, Spring Sleep: eXciteOSA is an FDA-cleared, prescription-only device for primary snoring and mild obstructive sleep apnea. Go to springsleep.com/PDB and unlock 20% off with the code PDB. QUO: Make this the season where no opportunity slips away. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/PDB Pendulum: Ditch the afternoon crashes and naturally curb your cravings with 48% off the doctor-recommended Pendulum Metabolic Daily at https://pendulumlife.com/PDB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 southern Lebanon to help verify Hezbollah's disarmament. David Daoud, senior fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, joins us to break down the proposal and what it could mean for the conflict with Israel. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Cardiff: Get fast business funding without bank delays—apply in minutes with Cardiff and access up to $500,000 in same‑day funding at https://Cardiff.co/PDB  HomeServe: Protect your home systems from expensive repairs with https://HomeServe.com/dailybriefand get 50% off your first year of coverage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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-truck escape from Turkey. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Superpower: Head to https://Superpower.com and use code PDB at checkout for $20 off your membership. Get 100+ biomarkers tested every year, plus a personalized health plan and on-demand care team. Detect early signs of 1,000+ conditions. #superpowerpod Cardiff: Get fast business funding without bank delays—apply in minutes with Cardiff and access up to $500,000 in same‑day funding at https://Cardiff.co/PDB  StopBox: Get firearm security redesigned and save 10% off @StopBoxUSA with code PDB10 at https://stopboxusa.com/PDB10#stopboxpod  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 responses to the coast guard's role in stopping an amphibious assault. • Plus—Russia pounds Ukraine's largest grain-export port on the Danube as President Zelenskiy warns Kyiv still needs more Patriot missiles before winter. • And in today's Back of the Brief—Vladimir Putin visits a disputed island claimed by Japan, adding fresh pressure on Tokyo as Russia, China and North Korea increasingly close ranks. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief.  YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Superpower: Head to https://Superpower.com and use code PDB at checkout for $20 off your membership. Get 100+ biomarkers tested every year, plus a personalized health plan and on-demand care team. Detect early signs of 1,000+ conditions. #superpowerpod Cardiff: Get fast business funding without bank delays—apply in minutes with Cardiff and access up to $500,000 in same‑day funding at https://Cardiff.co/PDB  StopBox: Get firearm security redesigned and save 10% off @StopBoxUSA with code PDB10 at https://stopboxusa.com/PDB10#stopboxpod  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief.  YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Trust & Will: Estate planning doesn't have to be complicated—create your will or trust online in minutes with Trust & Will and get 20% off at https://trustandwill.com/PDB  Mars Men: For a limited time, our listeners get 50% off FOR LIFE, Free Shipping, AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men at https://Mengotomars.com  Nobl Travel: NOBL gives you real travel peace of mind — security, design, and convenience all in one. Head to https://NOBLTravel.com for 46% off your entire order! #NOBL #ad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 of a direct maritime confrontation. Foreign troops could soon enter Lebanon to verify Hezbollah's disarmament under a developing plan backed by Israel and Beirut. American fuel pours into Cuba's emerging private market, where gasoline has fetched an astonishing $38 per gallon. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Trust & Will: Estate planning doesn't have to be complicated—create your will or trust online in minutes with Trust & Will and get 20% off at https://trustandwill.com/PDB  Mars Men: For a limited time, our listeners get 50% off FOR LIFE, Free Shipping, AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men at https://Mengotomars.com  Nobl Travel: NOBL gives you real travel peace of mind — security, design, and convenience all in one. Head to https://NOBLTravel.com for 46% off your entire order! #NOBL #ad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 dangerous new phase in cyberwarfare. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Ridge: Get 10% Off your entire order & take advantage of Ridge's Annual Sweepstakes by going to https://www.Ridge.com/PDB#RidgepodNO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Open only to legal residents of the promotion territory, who have reached the age of majority in their jurisdiction of residence. Void elsewhere & where prohibited by law. Enter by 9:00 a.m. USPT on 8 September 2026. 2 winners, prizes total ARV: up to approx. $539,165 CAD / £284,170. Skill-testing question required in CA. See Official Rules at https://ridge.com/pages/rules for complete eligibility, entry instructions, how to enter without a purchase, entry limits, prize details, odds, and restrictions. Sponsor: The Ridge Wallet LLC. StopBox: Get firearm security redesigned and save 10% off @StopBoxUSA with code PDB10 at https://stopboxusa.com/PDB10#stopboxpod Ultra Pouches: Don't sleep on @ultrapouches. New customers get 15% Off with code PDB at https://takeultra.com ! #UltraPouches #ad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 strategically vital Bab al-Mandab Strait. A Syrian court sentences ousted dictator Bashar al-Assad to death in absentia for killings, torture and arbitrary arrests committed during the country's civil war. In today's Back of the Brief, surveillance drones used by British Special Forces reportedly transmit data to China, exposing a troubling vulnerability in Western military supply chains. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Ridge: Get 10% Off your entire order & take advantage of Ridge's Annual Sweepstakes by going to https://www.Ridge.com/PDB#RidgepodNO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Open only to legal residents of the promotion territory, who have reached the age of majority in their jurisdiction of residence. Void elsewhere & where prohibited by law. Enter by 9:00 a.m. USPT on 8 September 2026. 2 winners, prizes total ARV: up to approx. $539,165 CAD / £284,170. Skill-testing question required in CA. See Official Rules at https://ridge.com/pages/rules for complete eligibility, entry instructions, how to enter without a purchase, entry limits, prize details, odds, and restrictions. Sponsor: The Ridge Wallet LLC. StopBox: Get firearm security redesigned and save 10% off @StopBoxUSA with code PDB10 at https://stopboxusa.com/PDB10#stopboxpod Ultra Pouches: Don't sleep on @ultrapouches. New customers get 15% Off with code PDB at https://takeultra.com ! #UltraPouches #ad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 fighter jets and collecting information about American weapons movements. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief.  YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Nobl Travel: NOBL gives you real travel peace of mind — security, design, and convenience all in one. Head to https://NOBLTravel.com for 46% off your entire order! #NOBL #ad Ultra Pouches: Don't sleep on @ultrapouches. New customers get 15% Off with code PDB at https://takeultra.com ! #UltraPouches #ad Goldbelly: Impress your family and friends - get free shipping and 20% off your first order at https://GOLDBELLY.com with code PDB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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—Ukraine finally gets an answer from tech billionaire Elon Musk on whether it can use Starlink to help strike Russian targets, and President Trump agrees to keep Patriot missiles flowing to Kyiv, but there still aren't enough to meet Ukraine's demands. Plus—another South American country is lining up behind President Trump's fight against narco-terrorism. Colombia's new conservative president is promising a sweeping drug crackdown, and Washington is putting serious money behind him. And in today's Back of the Brief—Kim Jong Un's hackers are adding artificial intelligence to their cyber arsenal. We'll break down a new South Korean report revealing how North Korea is using AI to automate its attacks and make its malicious bait even more convincing. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Nobl Travel: NOBL gives you real travel peace of mind — security, design, and convenience all in one. Head to https://NOBLTravel.com for 46% off your entire order! #NOBL #ad Ultra Pouches: Don't sleep on @ultrapouches. New customers get 15% Off with code PDB at https://takeultra.com ! #UltraPouches #ad Goldbelly: Impress your family and friends - get free shipping and 20% off your first order at https://GOLDBELLY.com with code PDB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 fully disarmed. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Brunt Workwear: Get $10 off at BRUNT with code PDB at https://www.bruntworkwear.com/PDBand enter THE BRUNT POTTY OF GOLD SWEEPSTAKES for your chance to win $50,000. No purchase necessary. Ends 9/18/26. Official rules apply. #Bruntpod HomeServe: Protect your home systems from expensive repairs with https://HomeServe.com/dailybriefand get 50% off your first year of coverage. Cardiff: Get fast business funding without bank delays—apply in minutes with Cardiff and access up to $500,000 in same‑day funding at https://Cardiff.co/PDB  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 contractors to accelerate weapons production as the war with Iran depletes America's supply of critical munitions. Israel confirms the existence of a secret mission to hunt down every terrorist who participated in the October 7 massacre. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Brunt Workwear: Get $10 off at BRUNT with code PDB at https://www.bruntworkwear.com/PDBand enter THE BRUNT POTTY OF GOLD SWEEPSTAKES for your chance to win $50,000. No purchase necessary. Ends 9/18/26. Official rules apply. #Bruntpod HomeServe: Protect your home systems from expensive repairs with https://HomeServe.com/dailybriefand get 50% off your first year of coverage. Cardiff: Get fast business funding without bank delays—apply in minutes with Cardiff and access up to $500,000 in same‑day funding at https://Cardiff.co/PDB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. military readiness. The Pentagon is reportedly rethinking America's nuclear strategy as China rapidly expands its arsenal and challenges U.S. power across the Pacific. Steve Yates of the Heritage Foundation joins us to discuss how Beijing's nuclear buildup is changing the strategic balance. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Quince: Refresh your wardrobe with timeless, high-quality pieces from Quince—go to https://Quince.com/PDBfor free shipping and 365-day returns! Lean: Get 20% off plus free rush shipping when you go to https://TAKELEAN.comand use code PDB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 the war since Russia's full-scale invasion. Later in the show—Russian officials now believe last weekend's deadly restaurant bombing in Moscow was aimed at one of Vladimir Putin's top generals. We'll examine the emerging evidence, the suspected Ukrainian connection, and why Russia's senior military leadership appears increasingly vulnerable—even in the heart of the Russian capital. 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 Quince: Refresh your wardrobe with timeless, high-quality pieces from Quince—go to https://Quince.com/PDB for free shipping and 365-day returns! Lean: Get 20% off plus free rush shipping when you go to https://TAKELEAN.com and use code PDB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 that would dramatically deepen defense and intelligence cooperation between the United States and Israel, potentially reshaping one of America's closest security partnerships. German authorities are investigating an explosive-laden drone discovered inside a major cargo airport, raising fresh concerns about the security of Europe's critical infrastructure. Two New Jersey municipal water systems have been targeted in cyberattacks that officials believe were carried out by Iran, highlighting the growing threat to America's critical infrastructure. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Quince: Refresh your wardrobe with timeless, high-quality pieces from Quince—go to https://Quince.com/PDBfor free shipping and 365-day returns! Lean: Get 20% off plus free rush shipping when you go to https://TAKELEAN.comand use code PDB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 searches for a way to regain momentum in Ukraine. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Quince: Refresh your wardrobe with timeless, high-quality pieces from Quince—go to https://Quince.com/PDBfor free shipping and 365-day returns! ZBiotics: Go to https://zbiotics.com/PDBand use PDB at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. Ethos: Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at: https://ethos.com/PDB  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Plus—Russia reportedly launches a disinformation campaign ahead of Germany's elections, targeting opponents of the right-wing AfD. In today's Back of the Brief—Beijing retaliates against recent U.S. actions with new restrictions targeting American entities, drone technology and factory inspections. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Quince: Refresh your wardrobe with timeless, high-quality pieces from Quince—go to https://Quince.com/PDBfor free shipping and 365-day returns! ZBiotics: Go to https://zbiotics.com/PDBand use PDB at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. Ethos: Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at: https://ethos.com/PDB  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 exploitation, despite warnings that America's adversaries could exploit that access. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Lean: Get 20% off plus free rush shipping when you go to https://TAKELEAN.comand use code PDB Quince: Refresh your wardrobe with timeless, high-quality pieces from Quince—go to https://Quince.com/PDBfor free shipping and 365-day returns! ZBiotics: Go to https://zbiotics.com/PDBand use PDB at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. The Trump administration is quietly expanding America's intelligence footprint in Cuba. We'll explain what's behind the move and what it could signal about Washington's strategy toward the communist regime in Havana. Syria is offering to dramatically reduce its reliance on Russian oil in exchange for relief from U.S. sanctions. We'll look at what the proposal could mean for both Moscow and the balance of power in the Middle East. In today's Back of the Brief, the U.S. and its allies are warning companies that North Korean operatives are posing as remote IT workers to funnel money back to Kim Jong Un's regime—and potentially gain access to sensitive corporate networks. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Lean: Get 20% off plus free rush shipping when you go to https://TAKELEAN.comand use code PDB Quince: Refresh your wardrobe with timeless, high-quality pieces from Quince—go to https://Quince.com/PDBfor free shipping and 365-day returns! ZBiotics: Go to https://zbiotics.com/PDBand use PDB at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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-intelligence industry. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief ZBiotics: Go to https://zbiotics.com/PDBand use PDB at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. Ethos: Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at: https://ethos.com/PDB  Quince: Refresh your wardrobe with timeless, high-quality pieces from Quince—go to https://Quince.com/PDBfor free shipping and 365-day returns! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 tactics to fill the ranks. We'll examine how Moscow is pressuring more Russians into military service. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is reportedly asking President Trump to persuade Elon Musk to expand Starlink's role in helping Ukraine strike deeper inside Russian territory. In today's Back of the Brief, Michigan becomes the second state to report cyberattacks targeting its municipal water systems, as the FBI investigates what appears to be a growing threat to America's critical infrastructure. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief ZBiotics: Go to https://zbiotics.com/PDBand use PDB at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. Ethos: Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at: https://ethos.com/PDB  Quince: Refresh your wardrobe with timeless, high-quality pieces from Quince—go to https://Quince.com/PDBfor free shipping and 365-day returns! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. We'll explain why one senior U.S. commander now warns he doesn't have enough forces to keep protecting Israel indefinitely, and what that reveals about the growing demands on the U.S. military. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Ethos: Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at: https://ethos.com/PDB  ZBiotics: Go to https://zbiotics.com/PDB and use PDB at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. Lean: Get 20% off plus free rush shipping when you go to https://TAKELEAN.com and use code PDB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 another round of planned strikes on Iran, saying the outlines of a potential agreement have emerged that could help avert a broader war. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warns that his country has run out of critical air-defense interceptors as Russian ballistic missile attacks continue to pound Kyiv. In today's Back of the Brief—a deadly bombing outside a Moscow restaurant kills at least three people and injures more than 20 others in what Russian authorities are calling a terrorist attack. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Ethos: Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at: https://ethos.com/PDB  ZBiotics: Go to https://zbiotics.com/PDBand use PDB at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. Lean: Get 20% off plus free rush shipping when you go to https://TAKELEAN.comand use code PDB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 between the United States and Iran—and where the conflict may be headed next. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Pendulum: Ditch the afternoon crashes and naturally curb your cravings with 20% off the doctor-recommended Pendulum Metabolic Daily at https://pendulumlife.com Cardiff: Get fast business funding without bank delays—apply in minutes with Cardiff and access up to $500,000 in same‑day funding at https://Cardiff.co/PDB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 another major front in the region's widening confrontation with Iran.  Later in the show—President Trump says Hamas has finally agreed to disarm as part of his Gaza peace plan. But Hamas says there's a catch, and it raises fresh questions about whether the agreement can actually be implemented. 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 Pendulum: Ditch the afternoon crashes and naturally curb your cravings with 20% off the doctor-recommended Pendulum Metabolic Daily at https://pendulumlife.com  Sundays for Dogs: Upgrade your dog's food without the hassle—try Sundays for Dogs and get 50% off your first order at https://sundaysfordogs.com/PDB  or use code PDB at checkout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 continue to disrupt global shipping, Saudi Arabia pushes for a new multinational naval coalition to secure the Red Sea. U.S. investigators now believe Iranian hackers were likely behind a cyberattack targeting dozens of municipal water systems in Minnesota, raising concerns the conflict with Tehran is expanding into America's critical infrastructure. In today's Back of the Brief, it's been a month since devastating earthquakes struck Venezuela, but experts warn the country's greatest challenges may still lie ahead. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Pendulum: Ditch the afternoon crashes and naturally curb your cravings with 20% off the doctor-recommended Pendulum Metabolic Daily at https://pendulumlife.com Sundays for Dogs: Upgrade your dog's food without the hassle—try Sundays for Dogs and get 50% off your first order at https://sundaysfordogs.com/PDB or use code PDB at checkout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 unleashes another major missile barrage against Ukraine, but one of the missiles appears to have crashed inside NATO member Poland, raising fresh concerns that the war could once again spill beyond Ukraine's borders and increase tensions between Moscow and the alliance. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Cardiff: Get fast business funding without bank delays—apply in minutes with Cardiff and access up to $500,000 in same‑day funding at https://Cardiff.co/PDB QUO: Make this the season where no opportunity slips away. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/PDB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 intensifies after Tehran launches a surprise missile attack on American forces in Jordan, prompting U.S. and allied retaliation. Ukraine warns that Russia is preparing to deploy as many as 30,000 North Korean troops, marking a dramatic expansion of Pyongyang's role in the war. In today's Back of the Brief, the U.S. military is reportedly considering requiring some troops in the Middle East to surrender their cell phones over fears Iran is using social media to identify and target American bases. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Cardiff: Get fast business funding without bank delays—apply in minutes with Cardiff and access up to $500,000 in same‑day funding at https://Cardiff.co/PDB QUO: Make this the season where no opportunity slips away. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/PDB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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, potentially helping Tehran rebuild one of the most significant military vulnerabilities exposed by months of U.S. and Israeli airstrikes. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Pendulum: Ditch the afternoon crashes and naturally curb your cravings with 20% off the doctor-recommended Pendulum Metabolic Daily at https://pendulumlife.com QUO: Make this the season where no opportunity slips away. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/PDB Sundays for Dogs: Upgrade your dog's food without the hassle—try Sundays for Dogs and get 50% off your first order at https://sundaysfordogs.com/PDB or use code PDB at checkout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 President Volodymyr Zelensky for a pair of high-stakes meetings at the White House, with Iran and the war in Ukraine dominating the agenda. The Trump administration prepares a major increase in funding to counter China's expanding global influence through new diplomatic, economic, and strategic initiatives. In today's Back of the Brief, a new investigation suggests Russia declared its feared RS-28 Sarmat "Doomsday" missile operational years before it was actually ready for deployment. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Pendulum: Ditch the afternoon crashes and naturally curb your cravings with 20% off the doctor-recommended Pendulum Metabolic Daily at https://pendulumlife.com QUO: Make this the season where no opportunity slips away. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/PDB Sundays for Dogs: Upgrade your dog's food without the hassle—try Sundays for Dogs and get 50% off your first order at https://sundaysfordogs.com/PDB or use code PDB at checkout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Gulf-backed proposal offers a possible path toward reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The plan calls for shared regional management and voluntary shipping fees, but would require Iran to abandon its demand for sole control over the critical waterway. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief QUO: Make this the season where no opportunity slips away. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/PDB Cardiff: Get fast business funding without bank delays—apply in minutes with Cardiff and access up to $500,000 in same‑day funding at https://Cardiff.co/PDB Pendulum: Ditch the afternoon crashes and naturally curb your cravings with 20% off the doctor-recommended Pendulum Metabolic Daily at https://pendulumlife.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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's military campaign against drug traffickers, finding that dozens of deadly maritime strikes have done little to reduce the flow of cocaine into the United States. Kim Jong Un quietly expands North Korea's global espionage capabilities with major investments in cyber warfare, intelligence operations, and covert activities targeting America's allies. In today's Back of the Brief, massive wildfires force hundreds of thousands of people from their homes across France and Spain as Europe confronts one of its worst fire emergencies in years. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief QUO: Make this the season where no opportunity slips away. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/PDB Cardiff: Get fast business funding without bank delays—apply in minutes with Cardiff and access up to $500,000 in same‑day funding at https://Cardiff.co/PDB Pendulum: Ditch the afternoon crashes and naturally curb your cravings with 20% off the doctor-recommended Pendulum Metabolic Daily at https://pendulumlife.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 suspected attacker had already been convicted on terrorism charges. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Cardiff: Get fast business funding without bank delays—apply in minutes with Cardiff and access up to $500,000 in same‑day funding at https://Cardiff.co/PDB Pendulum: Ditch the afternoon crashes and naturally curb your cravings with 20% off the doctor-recommended Pendulum Metabolic Daily at https://pendulumlife.com QUO: Make this the season where no opportunity slips away. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/PDB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 the apparent shift in strategy. Russia launches a devastating daytime missile strike on a Ukrainian defense industry exhibition, sparking outrage in Kyiv and raising difficult questions about the event itself. In today's Back of the Brief, Romania shoots down its third Russian drone in recent weeks as tensions continue to rise along NATO's eastern frontier. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Cardiff: Get fast business funding without bank delays—apply in minutes with Cardiff and access up to $500,000 in same‑day funding at https://Cardiff.co/PDB Pendulum: Ditch the afternoon crashes and naturally curb your cravings with 20% off the doctor-recommended Pendulum Metabolic Daily at https://pendulumlife.com QUO: Make this the season where no opportunity slips away. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/PDB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 strikes are making the war increasingly difficult for ordinary Russians to ignore. Konstantin Samoilov of the YouTube channel Inside Russia joins us with firsthand insight into how the conflict is reshaping daily life inside the country. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Poncho Outdoors: Gear up for summer with Poncho and grab $10 off plus free shipping at https://ponchooutdoors.com/PDB Acre Gold: Turn your pocket change into physical 24-karat gold and enter to win a limited-edition Hot Wheels gold bar at https://GetAcreGold.com/PDB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Later in the show—The Pentagon quietly moved one of America's newest hypersonic weapons within range of China's coastline. We'll explain why the deployment matters—and what it reveals about how the U.S. is preparing for a potential conflict in the Indo-Pacific. 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 HomeServe: Protect your home systems from expensive repairs with https://HomeServe.com/dailybrief and get 50% off your first year of coverage. Goldbelly: Impress your family and friends - get free shipping and 20% off your first order at https://GOLDBELLY.com with code PDB. Poncho Outdoors: Gear up for summer with Poncho and grab $10 off plus free shipping at https://ponchooutdoors.com/PDB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 forced to ration supplies and abandon equipment they can no longer operate or recover. Plus, Secretary of State Marco Rubio offers a sober assessment of peace efforts in Ukraine while reassuring America's Asian allies that Washington's outreach to China will not come at their expense. And in today's Back of the Brief, a new report estimates that rebuilding Gaza will cost approximately $71 billion and warns that any lasting reconstruction effort will require meaningful Palestinian participation. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief HomeServe: Protect your home systems from expensive repairs with https://HomeServe.com/dailybrief and get 50% off your first year of coverage. Goldbelly: Impress your family and friends - get free shipping and 20% off your first order at https://GOLDBELLY.com with code PDB. Poncho Outdoors: Gear up for summer with Poncho and grab $10 off plus free shipping at https://ponchooutdoors.com/PDB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 for evaluation, joint production, and eventual use by the Pentagon. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Goldbelly: Impress your family and friends - get free shipping and 20% off your first order at https://GOLDBELLY.com with code PDB Poncho Outdoors: Gear up for summer with Poncho and grab $10 off plus free shipping at https://ponchooutdoors.com/PDB HomeServe: Protect your home systems from expensive repairs with https://HomeServe.com/dailybrief and get 50% off your first year of coverage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Netanyahu's most formidable challenger ahead of pivotal national elections. Nicolás Maduro moves one step closer to standing trial in New York after a federal judge rejects his bid to dismiss major drug trafficking charges. In today's Back of the Brief: For the first time in more than four decades, Americans will once again be able to fly directly to Lebanon. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief.  YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Goldbelly: Impress your family and friends - get free shipping and 20% off your first order at https://GOLDBELLY.com with code PDB Poncho Outdoors: Gear up for summer with Poncho and grab $10 off plus free shipping at https://ponchooutdoors.com/PDB HomeServe: Protect your home systems from expensive repairs with https://HomeServe.com/dailybrief and get 50% off your first year of coverage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 allow the kingdom to enrich its own nuclear fuel, raising fresh concerns in Washington and Israel about the risks of nuclear proliferation. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Wild Alaskan Company: Get $35 off your first box of wild-caught, sustainable seafood—delivered right to your door. Go to: https://www.wildalaskan.com/PDB Goldbelly: Impress your family and friends - get free shipping and 20% off your first order at https://GOLDBELLY.com with code PDB. HomeServe: Protect your home systems from expensive repairs with https://HomeServe.com/dailybrief and get 50% off your first year of coverage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 fought. Washington and its allies are quietly considering bold new plans to disarm Hezbollah after two years of war—but every available option carries major risks. In today's Back of the Brief, Nicaragua's Daniel Ortega declares that the country will never hold another election, cementing his grip on power and shutting out the political opposition. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Wild Alaskan Company: Get $35 off your first box of wild-caught, sustainable seafood—delivered right to your door. Go to: https://www.wildalaskan.com/PDB Goldbelly: Impress your family and friends - get free shipping and 20% off your first order at https://GOLDBELLY.com with code PDB. Poncho Outdoors: Gear up for summer with Poncho and grab $10 off plus free shipping at https://ponchooutdoors.com/PDB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. The State Department is warning that Cuba-linked groups are reportedly preparing coordinated nationwide actions targeting U.S. military bases, ICE facilities, and other federal sites if tensions between Washington and Havana continue to escalate. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Acre Gold: Turn your pocket change into physical 24-karat gold and enter to win a limited-edition Hot Wheels gold bar at https://GetAcreGold.com/PDB Wild Alaskan Company: Get $35 off your first box of wild-caught, sustainable seafood—delivered right to your door. Go to: https://www.wildalaskan.com/PDB  Poncho Outdoors: Gear up for summer with Poncho and grab $10 off plus free shipping at https://ponchooutdoors.com/PDB  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 naval blockade targeting Saudi Arabia and the Bab el-Mandeb Strait could threaten global shipping and energy markets. A U.S.-brokered plan enters a critical new phase in southern Lebanon as Israeli troops begin withdrawing from parts of the country and Lebanese forces move into areas long held by Israel. In today's Back of the Brief: Hamas has chosen a new leader. We introduce you to Khalil al-Hayya and examine what his leadership could mean for the future of the terrorist organization and the conflict with Israel. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Acre Gold: Turn your pocket change into physical 24-karat gold and enter to win a limited-edition Hot Wheels gold bar at https://GetAcreGold.com/PDB Wild Alaskan Company: Get $35 off your first box of wild-caught, sustainable seafood—delivered right to your door. Go to: https://www.wildalaskan.com/PDB  Poncho Outdoors: Gear up for summer with Poncho and grab $10 off plus free shipping at https://ponchooutdoors.com/PDB  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 vessels operating around the island, raising new concerns that Beijing may be expanding its pressure campaign into the Pacific. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Poncho Outdoors: Gear up for summer with Poncho and grab $10 off plus free shipping at https://ponchooutdoors.com/PDB Acre Gold: Turn your pocket change into physical 24-karat gold and enter to win a limited-edition Hot Wheels gold bar at https://GetAcreGold.com/PDB HomeServe: Protect your home systems from expensive repairs with https://HomeServe.com/dailybriefand get 50% off your first year of coverage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Ukraine continue exchanging punishing attacks as Moscow launches another wave of deadly strikes, underscoring the grinding intensity of the war. Plus— Turkey is reportedly considering giving up its Russian-made S-400 air defense system in hopes of convincing Washington to allow Ankara back into the F-35 fighter jet program. And in today's Back of the Brief— New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani says he's still deciding whether he would seek the arrest of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if he visits the United Nations General Assembly this September. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Poncho Outdoors: Gear up for summer with Poncho and grab $10 off plus free shipping at https://ponchooutdoors.com/PDB Acre Gold: Turn your pocket change into physical 24-karat gold and enter to win a limited-edition Hot Wheels gold bar at https://GetAcreGold.com/PDB HomeServe: Protect your home systems from expensive repairs with https://HomeServe.com/dailybriefand get 50% off your first year of coverage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Putin could consider the use of tactical nuclear weapons in Ukraine. Author and geopolitical analyst Gordon Chang joins us to discuss the risks, the signals coming out of Moscow, and what the West should be watching. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Ultra Pouches: Don't sleep on @ultrapouches. New customers get 15% Off with code PDB at https://takeultra.com ! #UltraPouches #ad Ethos: Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at: https://ethos.com/PDB Brunt Workwear: Get $10 Off at BRUNT with code PDB at https://www.bruntworkwear.com/PDB#Bruntpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Later in the show—President Trump is putting China at the center of the debate over the 2020 election, releasing a trove of newly declassified intelligence documents that the White House says point to Chinese election interference. We'll break down the allegations, the newly released documents, and Beijing's response. 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 Nobl Travel: NOBL gives you real travel peace of mind — security, design, and convenience all in one. Head to https://NOBLTravel.com for 46% off your entire order! #NOBL #ad Sundays for Dogs: Upgrade your dog's food without the hassle—try Sundays for Dogs and get 50% off your first order at https://sundaysfordogs.com/PDB or use code PDB at checkout. Trust & Will: Estate planning doesn't have to be complicated—create your will or trust online in minutes with Trust & Will and get 20% off at https://trustandwill.com/PDB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 to buy thousands of low-cost cruise missiles as the Air Force shifts toward affordable, mass-produced precision weapons. The United Kingdom is preparing for another leadership change as Labour's Andy Burnham appears set to become Britain's next prime minister. We examine what his rise could mean for the U.K. and its relationship with Washington. In today's Back of the Brief, Secretary of State Marco Rubio announces a major shift in U.S. counterterrorism strategy, arguing that far-left extremist violence has been overlooked for too long. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief.  YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Nobl Travel: NOBL gives you real travel peace of mind — security, design, and convenience all in one. Head to https://NOBLTravel.com for 46% off your entire order! #NOBL #ad Sundays for Dogs: Upgrade your dog's food without the hassle—try Sundays for Dogs and get 50% off your first order at https://sundaysfordogs.com/PDB or use code PDB at checkout. Trust & Will: Estate planning doesn't have to be complicated—create your will or trust online in minutes with Trust & Will and get 20% off at https://trustandwill.com/PDB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 international procurement network that helps keep the regime's military supplied with equipment, logistics, and financial support. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Ethos: Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at: https://ethos.com/PDB Cardiff: Get fast business funding without bank delays—apply in minutes with Cardiff and access up to $500,000 in same‑day funding at https://Cardiff.co/PDB Lifepro Fitness: Discover how to beat puffiness with the Lifepro Waver Vibration Plate—and use code PDB at https://lifeprofitness.com for $20 off plus free shipping! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices