The Bret Baier Podcast

Earlier this week, Secretary of State Antony Blinken declared America's support for China's economic growth, as long as China prioritizes treating American workers and businesses fairly. However, after repeatedly catching China betraying the US -- how should we move forward working with a country that has proven again and again that they're not to be trusted? Congressman John Moolenaar (R-MI) and Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) discuss what they believe is the best route to finding a bipartisan approach to working with China. They also discuss where they stand on the pro-Palestinian protests happening on campuses across the country from different sides of the aisle. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pro-Palestinian and anti-Israel protests continue to cause chaos on college campuses, highlighting a deepening rift among Democrats. As Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu states he plans to invade Rafah regardless of whether a ceasefire-deal is reached, could this move add fuel to the fire for protestors? And how can President Biden continue walking the line between backing allies in Israel and keeping the support of pro-Palestinian Democrats? Bret is joined by anchor and executive editor of 'The Story' and host of The Untold Story podcast, Martha MacCallum, host of Fox Business' Making Money and The Unstoppable Prosperity Podcast, Charles Payne, and Fox News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram to discuss how what we're seeing in the U.S. reflects past events in America, and what it can mean for our nation’s future. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After countless Americans contracted cancer and serious illnesses following efforts to build the atomic bomb, the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act was born in 1990 -- providing payments for those impacted by toxic chemicals. Flash forward to now, and lawmakers are pushing to renew and expand on the act, as growing evidence suggests that many towns beyond the test sites have suffered consequences from the atomic bomb for decades. Bret sits down with lawmakers and Americans whose lives continue to be impacted by the Manhattan Project -- despite six decades having passed since the program's conclusion. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Though the Israel-Hamas War has been raging since Hamas' attack on October 7th, there's been a simultaneous surge of pro-Palestinian protests at major universities nationwide in the past week -- with many signs pointing to the demonstrations being connected. As hundreds of college students from top universities like Columbia, Yale, and N.Y.U face arrest at these protests, many Americans wonder what university leadership and President Biden will do to address this behavior.  To discuss this and more, Bret is joined by Fox News Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram, host of 'The Ben Domenech Podcast,' Ben Domenech, and Fox News Political Analyst Juan Williams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

House Speaker Mike Johnson has unveiled plans to pass foreign aid bills in the House -- with votes on bills funding Israel, Ukraine, and the Indo-Pacific set to take place over the weekend. However, with a growing divide in Congress over how the U.S. should move forward to support allies overseas, will the bills garner enough support to move forward?  Senator Jerry Moran (R-KS) & Senator Michael Bennet (D-CO) discuss the importance of the Iranian attack in the Middle East, why they both support passing foreign aid bills despite being on opposite sides of the aisle, and why our next steps will impact how other countries view America on the world stage.  Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Israel is weighing what their response will be to a brazen attack from Iran over the weekend -- where over 300 missiles and drones were launched toward the country. Though President Biden remains steadfast in his loyalty to Israel, he continues to dissuade Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu from committing any acts that could dangerously escalate tensions in the Middle East.  Meanwhile, here at home, former President Donald Trump's historic criminal trial begins in New York City and new aid bills pass on Capitol Hill that have Congress further divided. To discuss all of this and more, Bret is joined by Wall Street Editorial Board Member Bill McGurn, FOX News Radio Political Analyst Josh Kraushaar, and Democratic Strategist Leslie Marshall on this episode of Bret Baier's All-Star Panel.  Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Earlier this week, Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin told lawmakers why a $60 billion supplemental funding request to support Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan is an essential U.S. investment -- but with divided support on Ukraine aid, will it survive? And where do Democrats and Republicans stand on this issue and America's defense spending as a whole? Bret is joined by Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK) and Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) to discuss how passing this supplemental would be a step toward prioritizing our nation's defense, why there should be nothing bipartisan about ensuring our nation is secure, and the ways this money would benefit the U.S. directly as opposed to just our allies. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The week began with both President Biden and former President Trump making announcements pertaining to two important issues to voters: abortion & student loan forgiveness. Bret is joined by Republican Strategist Colin Reed, Fox News Audio Political Anchor Jared Halpern, and Democratic Pollster Carly Cooperman to discuss how Americans responded to political headlines this week, what items are at the top of the agenda for Congress as they head back into session, and their thoughts on the Biden Administration's shifting stance on the Israel-Hamas War. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Biden has stated his goal is to have 50% percent of all new vehicle sales be electric by 2030 -- but with electric vehicles making up less than 20% of overall car sales in 2024, how will Americans react to this push toward hybrids and EVs? And if a considerable number of Americans do go electric, how could that impact America's auto industry and the countless people employed by traditional car manufacturers? Bret is joined by Congressman John James (R-MI) and Congressman Don Davis (D-NC) to discuss their thoughts on President Biden's ambitious goal, how their constituents feel about the emergence of electric vehicles, and the potential pros and cons of creating a society primarily dependent on hybrids and EVs. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another active week has begun both overseas and at home in the U.S. -- as a new threat of Iranian escalation in the Israel-Hamas War could be on the horizon after an Israeli airstrike killed two Iranian generals, a Ukraine foreign aid fight amongst House Republicans continues in Washington, and President Biden sets off to Baltimore in the aftermath of the colossal Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse.  To break down a week full of complex topics, Bret is joined by former State Department Spokesperson & founder of POLARIS National Security Morgan Ortagus, Politico Congressional Reporter Olivia Beavers, and FOX News Political Analyst Juan Williams. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As lawmakers on Capitol Hill continue going back and forth over the best ways to fund the government and deal with the country's national debt, the question remains as to how Republicans and Democrats will eventually come together to productively address the issue. Bret revisits a conversation with Democratic West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin, where they discussed the status of the debt crisis last year, and how Manchin believes Republicans and Democrats can come together to strike a deal on the debt limit. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been a non-stop week of breaking news, between a major bridge collapse in Baltimore having the potential to alter U.S. trade & the economy, presidential candidate RFK Jr. declaring his Vice-Presidential pick, and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu abruptly canceling a highly anticipated meeting at the White House. Though these events seem like they couldn't be more different, they all could have a major impact on the U.S. and relationships worldwide. Bret is joined by 'Washington Examiner' Chief Political Correspondent Byron York, former Congressman and Co-Host of 'The Five,' Harold Ford Jr., and host of 'The Ben Domenech Podcast,' Ben Domenech to examine it all. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a fiercely divided Capitol Hill, there are few things Republicans and Democrats stand closely together on -- but one fight that remains largely bipartisan is the battle against the nation’s drug crisis. With substances like fentanyl and xylazine, known as 'tranq,' claiming the lives of countless young people, there’s immense effort on both sides of the aisle to get these drugs off the streets. Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) and Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA) are putting their heads together in hopes of doing that. Sen. Kaine & Sen. Cruz join Bret to discuss how their bipartisan bill, the 'STOP TRANQ Act,' works to address this crisis, especially with lifesaving medications like Narcan being ineffective on substances like xylazine. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Five presidential primaries took place across multiple states Tuesday, lending more wins to President Biden and former President Trump. Meanwhile, an Ohio Senate Primary that's proven far more competitive has captured the attention of many Americans -- as they watch to see how much weight former President Trump's endorsement will carry. Social media is also in the spotlight this week in Washington, as the Supreme Court hears arguments regarding free speech and the federal government's sway with social media companies, and the Senate decides whether a bill to ban or sell TikTok will be sent to the President's desk. To discuss this and more, Bret is joined by former Biden Campaign Surrogate Kevin Walling, FOX News Radio Political Analyst Josh Kraushaar, and Republican strategist Colin Reed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Intelligence officials presented before members of both the House and Senate this week during annual threat assessment hearings -- their words holding significant weight in light of many lawmakers and intelligence agencies raising the alarm about growing national security threats.  Chairman and Ranking Member of the House Intelligence Committee, Congressman Mike Turner (R-OH) and Congressman Jim Himes (D-CT) join Bret to discuss whether the intel they've received should have Americans concerned, how the border crisis has contributed to the threat facing the U.S., and why bipartisan efforts must be made to secure the country.  Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been an eventful week in Washington, as former Special Counsel Robert Hur, who concluded that President Biden should not be charged with a crime following his mishandling of classified documents, testified before the House Judiciary Committee. On top of that, Colorado Republican Congressman Ken Buck, who had initially stated he wouldn't be running for re-election, announced he would resign from Congress at the end of next week -- shrinking the Republican's majority even further. To discuss all this and more, Bret is joined by Democratic Pollster & CEO of Schoen Cooperman Research Carly Cooperman, Wall Street Journal Editorial Board member Bill McGurn, and FOX News Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Following a big week in politics, Bret revisits an exclusive conversation with Meta President of Global Affairs, Nick Clegg, to discuss the company’s decision to reinstate former President Donald Trump’s Facebook and Instagram accounts ahead of the 2024 Presidential Election. Later, he addresses concerns about censorship and guidelines for political figures, explains why he believes the Metaverse will one day be a part of people’s everyday lives, and discusses the roles parental controls play in combatting the negative effects of social media on younger users. Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Two of the most iconic political events fall during the same week this year -- and we're currently in the middle of it. Super Tuesday left few Americans surprised, as President Biden and former President Trump both won over the vast majority of voters who cast their ballots Tuesday night. Now, following former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley dropping out of the race Wednesday morning, it's confirmed we'll see another Biden vs. Trump rematch this year. As we look ahead to the State of the Union Thursday, how will the President's annual address impact the 2024 election cycle following Super Tuesday -- and what will the reaction be to Senator Katie Britt's (R-AL) Republican response? To discuss this and more, Bret is joined by former White House speechwriter Marc Thiessen, FOX News White House Correspondent Peter Doocy, and Democratic Strategist Leslie Marshall. Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Two stories making major headlines every day are the crisis at the southern border and the potential crisis Americans could be facing if AI is not properly regulated. However, though they are discussed often, when will we see lawmakers reach a consensus on how to address the issues? Republican Congressman Jay Obernolte and Democratic Congressman Ted Lieu, both from California, join Bret to discuss their thoughts on the House's attempts to reach common ground when it comes to border legislation, and why they're confident that, despite possessing different views, Republicans and Democrats will be able to efficiently control artificial intelligence before it gets out of hand. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Yet another busy week in Washington has begun, as both President Biden and former President Trump separately head to Texas on Thursday, talks of a potential ceasefire in Gaza float around Capitol Hill, and state primaries continue shaping the 2024 Presidential race. Former Tennessee Congressman and Co-host of 'The Five' Harold Ford Jr., host of 'The Ben Domenech Podcast', Ben Domenech, and FOX News Radio Political Analyst Josh Kraushaar join Bret to discuss all of this and more, leading to a fiery debate over the primary causes of the border crisis and what should be done next. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The majority of polls have former President Trump taking home a victory in the South Carolina Primary, but how does his opponent, former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley, feel as she enters this battleground in her home state? In an exclusive interview on the eve of the South Carolina Primary, Bret speaks with Haley about why she remains in the race despite the former President's high favorability, and what lies in her political future if she isn't the Republican Party's next presidential candidate. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Saturday marks two years since Russia invaded Ukraine, starting a brutal conflict that few thought would still be happening in 2024. Now, as Ukrainian forces continue fighting to maintain their independence, they refuse to lose hope. In this exclusive interview, Bret Baier joins Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy near the frontlines in Ukraine to discuss how President Zelenskyy currently sees the state of the war, how the dire humanitarian crisis caused by the conflict continues to devastate the country, and what aid he believes Ukraine needs from the U.S. in order to defeat Russia. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It will be an interesting election in South Carolina this Saturday, as voters choose whether to back former President Donald Trump or the former governor of the state, Nikki Haley. Though Haley calls South Carolina home, the majority of polls currently show that the former President is likely to take home a victory with flying colors — but could Haley supporters surprise us in her home state? To preview the primary, Bret explores the history of South Carolina's political landscape and speaks with South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick about what issues are top of mind for voters in this state and why many Americans remain undecided headed into the election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How much more work would be done in Washington if partisan politics could be more civil? Colorado Democratic Governor Jared Polis and Utah Republican Governor Spencer Cox are confident the difference would be drastic. Governor Cox and Governor Polis share why they believe disagreements on Capitol Hill have gotten out of hand, how the animosity between Democrats and Republicans negatively impacts Americans, and what needs to be done to create more constructive conversations amongst lawmakers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After being blocked last week, the Senate has now successfully propelled a foreign aid package forward, with its fate now lying in the hands of Congress. But Speaker Mike Johnson says it's dead on arrival. Meanwhile, voters' concerns over President Biden's age continue to grow after a Special Counsel report described the President as a "well-meaning elderly man with a poor memory". Republican strategist Colin Reed, FOX News Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram, and former Biden Campaign Surrogate Kevin Walling discuss when they believe a decision will be made regarding the foreign aid package and why the road to a compromise has been so tumultuous. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bret revisits an exclusive conversation with Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, where they discuss the advancements the country has made in the past two decades, as well as the nation’s efforts to normalize relations with Israel. Later, they discuss Saudi Arabia’s role in the Middle East, the relationship the Saudis have been able to build with Iran, and Bret questions Crown Prince Salman on the 2018 assassination of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A bipartisan border bill that would also provide funding for Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan is currently being fought over in the Senate - with an important vote set to take place later this week. Though Senators from both sides of the aisle worked together to craft the $118 billion bill — it seems there's still a huge rift on Capitol Hill between those who support the bill and those who are adamant it shouldn't pass. Wall Street Journal Editorial Board member Bill McGurn, FOX News Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram, and FOX News Political Analyst Juan Williams weigh in on the major reservations some Republicans in Washington have about the bill, President Biden's claims that former President Donald Trump is to blame if the legislation fails, and how the issue of immigration as a whole is likely to impact where voters' place their support come November. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Last week, the current Vice President of Taiwan, Lai Ching-te, was elected as the country's new leader - shaking up the political world. The election of Ching-te, a member of the Democratic Progressive Party, has led to further aggression from China, and America continues to watch carefully as the Biden Administration remains supportive of Taiwan, despite not supporting the country's independence. Bret is joined by Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK) and Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) to discuss how those in the Senate are working across the aisle to ensure Beijing's attempts to undermine Taiwan's democracy will not be successful. They also analyze how the U.S. would defend Taiwan if China were to attack and why they're confident bipartisan legislation will be passed regarding this issue, despite division in Washington. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Biden says he's decided how the U.S. will respond to the Iranian-backed militants responsible for the drone attack that killed 3 American soldiers in Jordan. But will his plans deter dangerous actors in the Middle East without escalating conflict in the region? Republican strategist Colin Reed, FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram, and Washington Bureau chief of USA Today Susan Page weigh in on what an adequate response to this attack would look like from the President, what, if anything, the U.S. could have done to prevent it, and how this conflict could cause trouble if not handled with both strength and strategy. Later, they discuss the severity of the border crisis, as House Republicans issue new impeachment articles to remove Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and the unique nature of the upcoming 2024 Presidential Election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this encore episode, Bret revisits a conversation with Chief Washington Correspondent for ABC News Jonathan Karl. He shares details from his new book Tired of Winning: Donald Trump and the End of the Grand Old Party and the research that was put into the writing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former South Carolina Governor and U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley and former President Donald Trump battle it out in New Hampshire after Florida Governor Ron DeSantis suspended his campaign, throwing support behind the former President. Live from the Granite State, Co-Anchor of America's Newsroom and Co-Host The Five and Host of Perino On Politics, Dana Perino, Washington Post Columnist and FOX News Contributor Marc Thiessen, and FOX News Radio Political Analyst Josh Kraushaar discuss what trends they are seeing leading up to polls closing this evening. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s easy to fixate on the statistics at the southern border, as millions of migrants and gotaways cross every day. However, there are human lives behind these numbers — so how can we work to ensure the innocent ones are treated with respect? Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL) and Congresswoman Hillary Scholten (D-MI) discuss their bipartisan efforts to create the Dignity Act – which aims to improve security and processing systems at the border while also ensuring migrants who have been living and working in America for five years receive fair treatment from the government. Later, they discuss how the border crisis has impacted both of their states in unique ways, and how they found themselves working across the aisle with one another on this issue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Last night, voters in Iowa cast their ballots across the state, choosing which candidate they were going to support on the 2024 presidential campaign trail. Former President Trump ran away with first place in historic fashion, leaving Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley to battle head-to-head for second. DeSantis ultimately edged out Haley, but not by much — beating her by just 2.1%. Former Tennessee Congressman Harold Ford Jr. and host of 'The Ben Domenech Podcast', Ben Domenech join to discuss which candidate, besides Vivek Ramaswamy, could be next to drop out, and how the results in Iowa could impact the rest of the GOP primary race, if at all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's finally Caucus Day, and 2024 presidential candidates are counting down the hours until Iowans will gather across 1,657 precincts in the Hawkeye state to make their choice in the Republican Primary this evening.   FOX News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams, Anchor of FOX News Sunday Shannon Bream, and FOX News Contributor Charlie Hurt are live in Iowa to discuss how both Ambassador Nikki Haley and Governor Ron DeSantis's campaign teams are managing expectations, regardless of their outcome tonight. Later, the panel speculates as to which political efforts drive support for former President Donald Trump and predicts the most important issues that will bring in voters... despite the below-freezing temperatures. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Southern border has long been an issue Republicans on Capitol Hill have been determined to tackle, however, it's been difficult for bipartisan compromise. From the same state but on different sides of the aisle, Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) and Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX) share what policies they believe can realistically gain unanimous support and what asylum policies they believe need changing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the Iowa Caucuses just around the corner, voters in the state are taking one last look at the Republican presidential candidates left in the race to ensure they're standing behind who they believe to be the best. Though former President Trump remains the current frontrunner in the race, a vote of confidence for another candidate in Iowa could transform the campaign trail. Live from Des Moines, Bret, and Executive Editor and Anchor of 'The Story' Martha MacCallum discuss the three town hall events they're co-moderating on the Fox News Channel this week, how they expect the candidates to make their final arguments this week, and how significant these last few nights before the caucuses can be.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bret looks back on a conversations with Senator Chris Coons (D-DE) and Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) as they discuss the PROVE IT Act, which seeks to promote business by examining how green energy initiatives may be harming the competitiveness of American companies globally. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Less than two weeks remain until the Iowa Caucuses, as Presidential hopefuls like former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis look to unseat former President Trump as the frontrunner in the race.   FOX News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams, Director of Domestic Policy Research at AEI Matthew Continetti, and FOX News White House Correspondent Peter Doocy join to discuss President Biden's extremely weak polling heading toward the 2024 Election, the White House's messaging on the border crisis and "Bidenomics".   Later, they assess the prospect of Nikki Haley pulling off an upset victory in Iowa, and how the Biden campaign may attack President Trump on abortion rights and foreign policy.    Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the war on Israel continues, questions have been raised about the Democratic Party's support for America's ally in the Middle East. Congressman Jared Moskowitz (D-FL) and Congressman Max Miller (R-OH) join to discuss Congress' ongoing support for the nation, the need for more aid in its effort against Hamas, and the latest on the attacks on ships in the Red Sea.   Together they evaluate the attacks on American forces by Iranian proxy groups in the region, the need for a larger military presence in the Red Sea, and talk about the negotiations for a new aid package for Ukraine and Israel. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As 2023 comes to a close and we prepare for what is sure to be a consequential 2024, Bret looks back at his top five interviews of the past year.   Episodes featured in this podcast:   One On One: Former President Donald Trump   One On One: Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman   One On One With FBI Director Christopher Wray   One On One: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis   One On One: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy   Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bret sits down with the President of the Chicago Federal Reserve Bank Austan Goolsbee as they discuss the state of the economy and President Biden's messaging on inflation. Austan explains how the Federal Reserve decides when rate cuts will come and talks about the disconnect between Wall Street and the economic decisions made by the Reserve. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As 2023 comes to a close, Congress continues to negotiate a resolution to the ongoing border crisis, as towns across the southwest see overwhelming numbers of migrants entering the nation.   Bret is joined by Democratic Strategist and Co-Host of The Five, Jessica Tarlov, Director of Domestic Policy Studies at AEI Matthew Continetti, and FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram, as they lay out the negotiation process over the border crisis, the prospect of further Ukraine funding, and the Biden Administration's messaging on foreign relations. Later, they take a look at the upcoming Iowa Caucuses, the rise of Former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley in the latest New Hampshire primary polling, and weigh statements former President Trump made over the weekend regarding illegal immigration. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It has been over two months since the October 7th Hamas attack on Israel that killed over 1,200 Israelis, with hundreds being taken hostage. Bret sits down with family members of Israeli-American hostages as they share their relatives' stories, and their hope for a safe return home.   Together, the family members explain what kind of support they would like to see from the international community and what the United States government can do to help negotiate the return of the remaining hostages.   Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addressed the world with President Biden in a joint press conference today at the White House, to give updates on their ongoing fight against Russia.   Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy sits down with Bret to discuss the counteroffensive against Russia, the need for more aid to the nation, and addresses concerns over the future of Ukrainian democracy amid the crisis. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Presidents of several prominent colleges testified in front of Congress this week, answering questions on their response to widespread antisemitism on campuses.   Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR) and Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA) join to discuss their thoughts on the testimony from college presidents, what Congress can do to address antisemitism, and the future of Israel's ground war in Gaza.   Later, they touch upon their bi-partisan proposal, the Focus on Learning Act, that would fund research to study the effects of cell phones on schooling, and why they believe cell phones should be banned from school settings.   Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Presidents of prominent colleges testified before Congress this week, answering questions on the rise of antisemitism on campuses since the October 7 Hamas attacks.   FOX News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams, FOX News Contributor, and former Chief Speechwriter for former President George W. Bush, Bill McGurn, and FOX News Audio Political Anchor and Washington Correspondent Jared Halpern discuss the Congressional hearings, how Israel is slowly losing the support of the international community, and what the future looks like for the ground war in Gaza.   Later, they look ahead to the Iowa Caucuses, the possibility of a candidate not named Donald Trump winning the state, and weigh in on recent op-eds published, insinuating that a second Trump administration would end in dictatorship.   Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chief Washington Correspondent for ABC News Jonathan Karl shares details from his new book Tired of Winning: Donald Trump and the End of the Grand Old Party and the research that was put into the writing.   Jonathan describes his perspective from his time covering the Trump White House, what a second term of the former president could look like, and how the former president's legal troubles factor into the 2024 Election. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A fragile cease-fire has been held in Israel, as Hamas has released some hostages in exchange for a temporary stoppage of the IDF's ground invasion of Gaza.   Congressman David Kustoff (R-TN-8) and Congressman Brad Schneider (D-IL-10) discuss their proposed bill, Revoke Tax-Exempt Status to Nonprofits Supporting Hamas, and explain how the legislation would close loopholes that non-profits have been using to funnel money to the terrorist organization.   Together, they weigh in on the antisemitic hate speech that has been levied against Jewish students across college campuses in the United States and discuss what can be done to protect students across the nation. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Congressman Gregory Meeks (D-NY-5) and Chair of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, Congressman Michael McCaul (R-TX-10) join to discuss the importance of Congress continuing to fund aid for Ukraine and Israel.   Together they talk about how the government has been able to allocate funds to Ukraine using seized Russian assets, and why the United States must stay vigilant in their support to allies, as China continues aggression in the South China Sea against Taiwan. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A new NBC poll this past week revealed that President Biden is facing his lowest approval rating yet, while the administration continues to tout policy achievements like "Bidenomics".   Democratic Strategist and Co-Host of The Five Jessica Tarlov, FOX News Contributor and Chief Political Correspondent for The Washington Examiner Byron York, and FOX News Audio Political Anchor and Washington Correspondent Jared Halpern join to discuss the latest polling of the President and take a look at the voter issues that the administration is struggling to address.   The panel then looks at the age concerns surrounding the President and why Vice President Kamala Harris' performance may be the cause for the renewed criticism over the President's mental state. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bret is joined by Congresswoman Madeleine Dean (D-PA-4) and Senator Jerry Moran (R-KS) as they discuss the recent spats between members of Congress and their bipartisan delegation to Israel.   Together, they explain the importance of continuing aid to Israel and Ukraine and share their reaction to the March for Israel rally in Washington D.C.   Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

War rages in Israel, while American forces in the region have withstood dozens of attacks by Iranian proxy groups since the October 7 attacks by Hamas.   Director Of Domestic Policy Studies at AEI Matthew Continetti, FOX News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams, and FOX News Audio Political Anchor and Washington Correspondent Jared Halpern, join the panel to discuss the wave of pro-Palestinian protests across the country, the Biden Administration's reaction to attacks on U.S. forces, and what can be done to make sure Iran and Hezbollah do not join the fight against Israel.   Later, they talk about Congress' race to fund the government, what Speaker of the House Mike Johnson is doing to ensure a shutdown is avoided, and why he may be making the same missteps that his predecessor made.   Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bret is joined by Congressman Mike Gallagher (R-WI) and Congressman Richie Torres (D-NY) as they discuss social media and its influence on public opinion surrounding the Israel-Hamas War. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New polling reveals that President Biden is losing support in key swing states as the 2024 election inches closer.   Bret is joined by Washington Bureau Chief for USA Today Susan Page, FOX News Contributor and Host of the Ben Domenech Podcast, Ben Domenech, and FOX News Audio Political Anchor and Washington Correspondent Jared Halpern, to discuss Congress' work to avoid a government shutdown, and the latest polling that has some Democrats worried about President Biden's re-election campaign.   Later, they talk about the new aid that the Biden Administration is sending to Israel, what Congress is doing to support Israel's fight against Hamas, and the split within the Democratic Party that was revealed at the start of the war. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bret is joined by Senator Michael Bennet (D-CO) and Congresswoman Maria Salazar (R-FL-27) as they discuss the importance of providing aid to Ukraine and Israel as they continue their fights against Russia and Hamas, and how they are working between the two chambers of Congress to achieve this goal.   Later, they talk about their proposed Immigration Court Efficiency and Children's Court Act, and how it would help unaccompanied migrant minors across the nation.   Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Israel begins its advance into Gaza to combat Hamas, antisemitism is on the rise in the United States as anti-Israeli and pro-Hamas protests have spread across college campuses. Bret is joined by Director of Domestic Policy Studies at the American Enterprise Institute Matthew Continetti, Democratic Strategist and Co-Host of The Five Jessica Tarlov, and FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram as they discuss the widespread protests across college campuses and why this is a failure of education. Later, the panel weighs in about the goals of the new Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-LA) as the government works to avoid a shutdown and provide new funding for Ukraine's fight against Russia and Israel's war against Hamas.  (insert link) Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bret is joined by Senator Chris Coons (D-DE) and Senator John Thune (R-SD) as they discuss their recent bipartisan Congressional trip to the Middle East and the importance of standing with Israel as they combat Hamas.   Later, they reflect on their meeting with Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman, how the nation can help stabilize the region, and what Congress can do to provide more aid to Israel.   Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Majority Whip Congressman Tom Emmer (R-MN) was the third Republican to be nominated for Speaker of the House in the past few weeks but dropped out of the race just four hours later and a potential ground invasion by the IDF into Gaza awaits potential hostage releases by Hamas. Bret is joined by Chief Political Correspondent for The Washington Examiner Byron York, FOX News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams, and FOX News Audio Political Analyst, Josh Kraushaar to discuss if there is any member of Congress that Republicans could unite behind in order to fill the Speaker vacancy and address other pressing issues. Meanwhile, multiple former Trump attorneys have pleaded guilty to lesser charges in the Georgia racketeering case that could cause serious legal trouble for former President Trump. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As war rages between Israel and Hamas, the Congress is unable to provide aid to the nation without the leadership of a Speaker of the House. Bret is joined by Congressman Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ-5) and Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (R-NY-24) as they discuss their proposed legislation "Operation Swords of Iron" and how it would help Israel in their fight against Hamas.   Later, they talk about House Republicans' search for a Speaker, how the vacancy impacts the ability of Congress to supply aid to Israel, and the possibility of Congressman Patrick McHenry (R-NC) gaining temporary powers to get the House back to work.   Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Biden is set to travel to Israel in a show of solidarity with the nation as they combat Hamas terrorists. Meantime, on Capitol Hill, House Republicans continue their search for the next Speaker of the House.   Bret is joined by Member of the Wall Street Journal Editorial Board and former Chief Speechwriter for President George W. Bush, Bill McGurn, USA Today Washington Bureau Chief Susan Page, and FOX News Audio Political Anchor and Washington Correspondent Jared Halpern as they discuss the President's planned trip, the impact the war on Israel has on the Middle East, and what actions the President can take to aid Israel. Later, the panel discusses the latest news in the race for Speaker of the House, Congressman Jim Jordan's (R-OH) failure to secure the votes on the first ballot for Speaker, and who the Republican conference may rally around. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Israel continues its counterstrikes against Hamas in Gaza after the nation experienced the deadliest terrorist attacks in its history over the weekend.   Congressman August Pfluger (R-TX-11) and Congressman Dan Goldman (D-NY-10) discuss the importance of providing Israel with economic and material aid in the wake of the attacks and what role Iran played in the attacks.   Later, Congressman Pfluger talks about his proposed bill to immediately freeze the $6 billion in humanitarian funding that the Biden Administration released to Iran in exchange for American hostages.   Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This past weekend, Hamas began war with Israel as they attacked civilian targets throughout the Gaza border. Israel now prepares for a ground war in Gaza, in order to neutralize the terrorist threat.   Bret is joined by FOX News Contributor, Nationally Syndicated Talk Show Host, and Democratic Strategist Leslie Marshall, Director of Domestic Policy Studies at the American Enterprise Institute Matthew Continetti, and FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram, as they discuss how the Biden Administration may respond the Hamas' aggression and what role Iran plays in the attacks on the nation.   Later, they talk about how the race for Speaker Of The House may be expedited due to the war on Israel, who may come to the forefront in the race, and what actions Congress can take to aid Israel.   Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the first time in history, the House Of Representatives voted to vacate the chair of Speaker of the House, ousting Congressman Kevin McCarthy from leadership. Meanwhile, work continues in the Senate as issues like inflation, crime, and immigration are working their way to the forefront of the 2024 Election.   Senator Bill Cassidy (R-LA) and Senator Michael Bennet (D-CO) join to share their reaction to the ousting of former Speaker McCarthy, and how it might impact future funding to Ukraine.   Later, they talk about the proposed Americas Act, how the bill would help to bring back major industries to the Western Hemisphere, increase America's ability to compete with China, and improve U.S. relations with South American nations. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the first time ever, the House of Representatives ousted the Speaker of the House, as Congressman Kevin McCarthy failed to beat the motion to vacate that was brought by Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz.    FOX News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams, and FOX News Audio Political Anchor and Washington Correspondent Jared Halpern join to discuss the implications of Former Speaker McCarthy's ousting, who could be the next Speaker Of The House, and weigh former President Trump's influence on the Republican party amid the impending votes for a new Speaker.    Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, Bret revisits a conversation with Congressman Darrell Issa (R-CA-48) and Congresswoman Madeleine Dean (D-PA-4) as they discuss the opioid crisis gripping the United States and the mass trafficking of fentanyl into the country through the southern border with Mexico.   Later, they talk about intervention methods to help those with opioid addictions, the importance of creating awareness of the nationwide crisis, and the role that China plays in the fentanyl crisis.   Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tonight marks the second Republican Presidential Primary debate of the 2024 Election, hosted by FOX Business and Univision at the Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, California.   Bret is joined by FOX News Contributor, Columnist for the Wall Street Journal, and former Deputy Chief Of Staff for Former President George W. Bush, Karl Rove, and FOX News Contributor, and former Senior Counselor for Former President Donald Trump, Kellyanne Conway, as they discuss the strategy that the seven candidates may employ on the debate stage, and what they need to do to gain ground in the race.   Later, they talk about the significance of holding the debate at the Reagan Presidential Library, and the voter issues that are coming to the forefront of the 2024 Presidential Election.   Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the United Nations last week in a speech that touted progress toward normalization with Saudi Arabia.   Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu joins Bret to discuss his thoughts on the Saudi's advancements over the last two decades and provides insight on what peace between Israel and Saudi Arabia could mean for the world.   Later, the Prime Minister talks about the threat that Iran continues to pose on the region, how his government is handling peace talks with the Palestinians and defends his efforts to reform the Israeli judicial system. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Saudi Arabia is one of the fastest growing nations on the planet, with the government leading initiatives to expand its energy production as well as open the country up to tourists around the globe.   Bret sits down with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to discuss the advancements the country has made in the past two decades, as well as the nation's efforts to normalize relations with Israel.   Later, they discuss Saudi Arabia's role in the Middle East, the relationship the Saudis have been able to build with Iran, and Bret questions Crown Prince Salman on the 2018 assassination of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, Bret revisits a conversation with Founding Editor at Washington Free Beacon and AEI Senior Fellow Matthew Continetti, Founding Executive of Georgetown University's Institute of Politics and Public Service Mo Elleithee, and FOX News National Security Correspondent Jennifer Griffin to discuss President Biden's decision to carry out a drone strike on Al Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri.   Then, the panel weighs in on Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi's trip to Taiwan, the effect the trip could have on the United States' relationship with China, and how America would respond to potential aggression by China.   Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The first week of the high-level General Debate for the United Nations General Assembly begins next week, with some members of Congress protesting the admittance of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi to the conference.   Congressman Jared Moskowitz (D-FL-23)and Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-SC-1) join to discuss their opposition to the Iranian President entering the nation on grounds that he has violated human rights in his country, and targeted American citizens, and together they lay out their support for the sovereignty of Israel.   Later, they discuss the recent House hearings regarding the existence of UFOs, and share their thoughts on extraterrestrial life.   Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy has announced that House Republicans will be launching a formal impeachment inquiry into President Biden as Congress returns to session. Meanwhile, there are just 11 days to pass a short-term funding bill to avoid a government shutdown.   Washington Bureau Chief for USA Today, Susan Page, member of the Wall Street Journal Editorial Board and Former Chief Speechwriter for President George W. Bush Bill McGurn, and FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram join to discuss why Speaker McCarthy has decided to launch a formal impeachment inquiry and how it could factor into the votes to fund the government.   Later, they discuss the validity of the allegations against President Biden, how an impeachment of the President would compare to the impeachments of former President Trump, and how Democrats may benefit from a government shutdown.   Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the Chinese Communist Party continues its aggression in the South China Sea against neighboring Taiwan, Congress and the White House have taken measures to deter any potential military threat to the island nation.   Congressman Mike Gallagher (R-WI-8) and Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL-8) join to discuss the efforts of the government to impose tariffs against Chinese trade goods and how the United States can ward off China's military advancement.   Later, they discuss the issue of China stealing American intellectual property, and how investment firms like BlackRock are inadvertently contributing to the prosperity of China.   Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Republican candidates continue to campaign ahead of the second Republican Primary debate hosted by FOX Business at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, California. Former President Trump continues to hold a firm lead in the polls in the wake of his criminal indictment in Georgia for his alleged efforts to overturn election results in the state.   FOX News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams, Founding Editor of the Washington Free Beacon and AEI Resident Fellow Matthew Continetti, and FOX News Audio Political Anchor and Washington Correspondent Jared Halpern join to discuss how GOP candidates can gain ground on the former President, and preview the second primary debate.   Later, they discuss the return of Congress after their August recess, the renewed concerns about President Biden's age heading into the 2024 Election, and look ahead to President Biden's trip to the G20 Summit.   Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It has been over two years since the disastrous Afghanistan withdrawal, Bret sits down with Congressman Ro Khanna (D-CA) and Congressman Michael Waltz (R-FL) to discuss the recent Gold Star families who visited Capitol Hill to demand answers about the withdrawal. In addition, they weigh in on the emerging relationship with India, and how furthering that relationship can help push back against Chinese dominance on the Asian continent. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Congress returns to session next week and will have a tall order to handle, avoiding a government shutdown by passing an interim spending bill. House Speaker McCarthy will have to form a coalition of Democrats and Republicans in the House in order to avoid the fiscal cliff.    Nationally syndicated talk show Host, Democratic Strategist, and FOX News Contributor Leslie Marshall, Chief Political Correspondent for the Washington Examiner and FOX News Contributor Byron York, and FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram join to discuss the challenges that Congress will face in their attempt to fund the government and talk about the political price Republicans may pay for a shutdown.   Later, they share their thoughts on the impact that Hurricane Idalia may have on Florida Governor Ron DeSantis' presidential campaign, and weigh the federal response to the wildfires that caused widespread devastation across Maui.     Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Biden has been traveling across the nation touting the success of the Inflation Reduction Act, with many critics pointing out that the average American is struggling to afford basic necessities.   Congressman Scott Peters (D-CA-50) and Congressman Bill Huizenga (R-MI-4) join to discuss what cuts to the budget can be made to reel in federal spending and highlight the importance of reining in the national debt.   Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Republican candidates make their final preparations for the first Republican debate of the 2024 Presidential Election hosted by FOX News Channel in Milwaukee, with the frontrunner and former President Donald Trump deciding that he will sit out of the debate.   Bret is joined by Anchor and Executive Editor of The Story With Martha MacCallum, host of The Untold Story Podcast, and Co-Moderator of the first Republican Debate, Martha MacCallum as they discuss how they have prepared for the event.   Martha shares her insight on what strategy the candidates might employ as they take the stage and weighs the impact that former President Trump's absence will have on the debate.   Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Less than one week remains until the first Republican Presidential Debate hosted by FOX News Channel in Milwaukee. Presidential Candidate Chris Christie joins to discuss his position in the primary, and what can be expected out of him on the debate stage.   The former New Jersey Governor explains how his position on the war on Ukraine differs from candidates like Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and former President Trump, and talks about how the former President's potential absence from the debate could influence primary voters.   Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With just one week until the first 2024 Presidential Debate hosted by the FOX News Channel in Milwaukee, former President Trump now faces charges in Georgia related to his alleged efforts to overturn election results in the state in 2020.   FOX News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams, FOX News Contributor and Host of the Ben Domenech Podcast Ben Domenech, and FOX News Audio Political Anchor and Washington Correspondent Jared Halpern discuss the details of the 98-page indictment of the former President, and how it will affect the first debate in Milwaukee.   Later, they weigh in on the candidates that could gain ground on the debate stage, and the likelihood of former President Trump not participating in the event. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-WI-6) and Congressman Robert Garcia (D-CA-42) join Bret to provide an inside look at the National Security Subcommittee's hearing on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena, also known as Unidentified Flying Objects, and share their thoughts on whether they believe the government is in possession of extraterrestrial spacecraft.   Later, they share what bipartisan efforts they have both been working on and discuss what further hearings may be held to further their investigation into UAPs.   Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With just weeks until the first Republican Presidential Debate hosted by FOX News in Milwaukee, Republican candidates ready themselves for a stage that may or may not have the frontrunner and former President Donald Trump on it.   USA Today Washington Bureau Chief Susan Page, Chief Speech Writer for President George W. Bush and member of the Wall Street Journal Editorial Board William McGurn, and FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram join to discuss the implications of President Trump's third indictment, and how Republican candidates can capitalize on voter issues during the first debate in Milwaukee.   Then, they talk about how the House Oversight Committee's Hunter Biden investigation could impact President Biden's re-election bid, and how the economy may end up being a non-factor in 2024.   Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With just weeks to go until the first 2023 Republican Presidential debate, hosted by FOX News, many candidates are looking to carve a path to the White House, as former President Trump continues to lead in the polls.   Florida Governor Ron DeSantis joins, as he discusses his 2024 presidential campaign, and why he believes he is the candidate for the job when it comes to unseating President Biden.   Later, Governor DeSantis addresses attacks that have been made against him by former President Trump and talks about the issues he believes must be addressed by the next President of the United States.   Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Hunter Biden business associate Devon Archer testified in a closed-door hearing before the House Oversight Committee, revealing that Hunter put his father, then Vice President Joe Biden, on dozens of his overseas business calls.   Chief Political Correspondent for The Washington Examiner Byron York, FOX News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams, and FOX News Audio Political Anchor and Washington Correspondent Jared Halpern, join to discuss what came out of Archer's testimony, and what to expect from the Oversight Committee moving forward.   Later, they weigh in on how potential indictments for former President Trump could impact the election, and talk about Florida Governor Ron DeSantis' campaign and what a Republican field could look like without the former president. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Congress has set its eyes on China as the Chinese Communist Party continues to extend its influence throughout Latin America. Congressman August Pfluger (R-TX-11) and Congressman Wiley Nickel (D-NC-13) join to discuss their recent trip to the region and share their thoughts on the immigration crisis, and fentanyl trafficking.   Later, they talk about China's investments in places like Brazil and Chile, and what the United States must do to protect democracy in South America.   Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The House Oversight Committee led by Congressman James Comer (R-KY-1) has subpoenaed Biden business associate Devon Archer as the latest witness in their investigation into Hunter Biden's foreign business dealings.   Founding Editor of The Washington Free Beacon and AEI Resident Fellow Matthew Continetti, Democratic Strategist and Co-Host of The Five Jessica Tarlov, and FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram join to discuss the growing interest in the Hunter Biden investigation, and preview what could come from the testimony of Devon Archer.   Later, they discuss how investigations into the Biden family could impact President Biden's re-election campaign and weigh in on Florida Governor Ron DeSantis firing more than a third of his campaign staff. Plus, Chad breaks down what Congress needs to get passed before and after the August recess.   Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Senator Chris Coons (D-DE) and Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) join to discuss the PROVE IT Act, which seeks to promote business by examining how green energy initiatives may be harming the competitiveness of American companies globally.   Later, the Senators talk about the bi-partisan support for Ukraine, and what the United States needs to do to secure critical minerals, as China extends its influence into developing African nations.   Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former President Trump and his legal team were informed that he is the target of a federal legal probe into his alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 Presidential Election. FOX News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams, FOX News Contributor and Host of The Ben Domenech Podcast, Ben Domenech, and FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram sit down to discuss how the potential third indictment impacts former President Trump's current campaign.   Later, the panel compares how former President Trump's legal issues measure up to the Hunter Biden investigation, how a third indictment of President Trump influences America's trust in the government, and they touch upon President Biden's new student loan forgiveness plan.   Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Congressman Mike Lawler (R-NY-17) and Congressman Jared Moskowitz (D-FL-23) join to discuss the bi-partisan SHIP Act, and how the legislation seeks to sanction companies and nations that import or export Iranian petroleum.   The Congressmen talk about how this bill could weaken the alliance between Iran, Russia, and China, the efforts of the United States to sanction Russia, and the dangers of China expanding its influence into Africa. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Biden finds himself in Vilnius, Lithuania this week, as NATO meets to discuss ongoing goals, and weigh further action and support for Ukraine in its fight against Russia. While the President is overseas, Congress is back in session holding high-profile hearings throughout the week.   FOX News Contributor & Democratic Strategist Leslie Marshall, Former Chief Speechwriter for President George W. Bush and member of the Wall Street Journal editorial board Bill McGurn, and FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent, Chad Pergram join to discuss the LIV-PGA Golf merger, the decision to send cluster munitions to Ukraine and look ahead at what Congress will tackle throughout the Summer. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Artificial Intelligence programs like ChatGPT move into mainstream use, Congress has held multiple hearings investigating the dangers that the technology may pose. Congressman Ted Lieu (D-CA-36) and Congressman Ken Buck (R-CO-4) join to discuss the concerns A.I. has caused, and what Congress is doing to promote innovation and safety in the industry.   The Congressmen explain the goal of their bipartisan National A.I. Commission Bill, the regulation that it could bring to the A.I. sector and discuss how the technology can be used to assist the military. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Questions still remain surrounding the investigation into Hunter Biden's foreign business dealings, and how they may tie to President Biden. Bret sits down with IRS Whistleblower, Supervisory Agent Gary Shapley, to discuss his work on the investigation into Hunter Biden for tax evasion.   Shapley explains the roadblocks that the investigative team ran into while pursuing evidence against Hunter Biden, discusses the significance of the WhatsApp text messages uncovered during the case, and speculates why the President's son was spared from more severe charges. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bret sits down with co-chairs of the For Country Caucus, Congressman Jason Crow (D-CO-6) and Congressman Tony Gonzales (R-TX-23) to discuss the bipartisan efforts of the caucus to support America's troops and advance bipartisan legislation.   Later, they talk about Secretary of State Antony Blinken's trip to China to meet with President Xi Jinping, the global threat of China, and how the United States should handle further aid to Ukraine. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The White House is facing criticism this week as President Biden's son Hunter, appeared at a State Dinner for Indian Prime Minister Modi, the same week he plead guilty to charges of tax evasion. Chief Political Correspondent for the Washington Examiner and FOX News Contributor Byron York, Washington Bureau Chief of USA Today Susan Page, and Politico Congressional Reporter Olivia Beavers join to discuss the optics of Hunter Biden's appearance at the White House and the latest in the legal troubles facing former President Donald Trump in his alleged mishandling of classified documents.   Later, they talk about the longshot candidates entering the presidential race on the Republican side such as Miami Mayor Francisco Suarez, and former Texas Congressman Will Hurd, and how the presidential debates may shape the election.  Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bret sits down with Tennessee Republican Senator Marsha Blackburn and Connecticut Democrat Senator Richard Blumenthal as they discuss the proposed Kids Online Safety Act, and why harmful online content is one of the biggest threats facing America's youth.   Later, they talk about why the bill has gained wide bi-partisan support, and the challenges they have faced from tech companies who have opposed it.   Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Former President Trump continues to wade through legal troubles related to his alleged mishandling of classified documents and his refusal to turn them over to the National Archives, he continues to lead in every major Republican primary poll. Former President Donald Trump sits down with Bret at his Bedminster New Jersey Golf Club to discuss his term as President and why he feels he deserves a second term in the Oval Office. Later, the former President weighs in on the charges against him in the case of his alleged mishandling of classified documents, why he believes this is an ongoing "political witch-hunt" and he touches upon how a second term in office would differ from his first four years.    Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The ReConnecting Rural America Act seeks to bring high-speed broadband internet access to underserved communities throughout the nation. Senator Peter Welch (D-VT) and Senator Roger Marshall (R-KS) discuss their proposed legislation, and how it would impact the communities in their home states, as well as other states that have long been without access to high-speed internet.    Later, they talk about how the bill would be implemented, why it's important for farmers across the United States to have access to the internet, and how this bill would upgrade healthcare throughout the country. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former New Jersey Republican Governor Chris Christie announced his candidacy for the White House last week, and many see him as the main antagonist against former President Trump's race for the Oval Office. 2024 Republican Presidential Candidate Chris Christie sits down with Bret to discuss the reasons behind his decision to run and how he sees a path to the White House even as former President Trump continues to hold steady in polling.   Later, Governor Christie discusses his track record while Governor of New Jersey, why he feels China is the largest threat facing the United States, and presents his case to the American voter.   Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chairman of the House Intelligence Committee Mike Turner (R-OH-10) and Ranking Democrat Jim Himes (D-CT-4) sit down together to discuss the reports that the United States had knowledge of an alleged Ukrainian mission to sabotage the Russian Nord Stream 2 natural gas pipeline and comment on the "Spring Offensive" that the Ukrainians have planned.   Later, they weigh in on the allegations made by whistleblowers that the United States is in possession of alien spacecraft and share their thoughts on the bipartisan push for strengthening national security.   Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices