The Bret Baier Podcast

As the nation recovers from the assassination of Charlie Kirk, tensions between right and left appear to be at a tipping point. While the main suspect is now officially charged, detailed information about his motive or personal beliefs haven’t been released, fueling speculation as to why the killing took place, and what could have been done to prevent it. AEI Resident Fellow Marc Thiessen, Democratic Strategist and host of the Richard Fowler Show, Richard Fowler, and FOX News Senior White House Correspondent Jacqui Heinrich join to discuss the latest developments in the FBI’s investigation of Charlie Kirk’s assassination, as well as the President’s trip to the UK, Putin’s ongoing offensive in Ukraine, and what a TikTok ban would mean for the US. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In an exclusive interview, Bret Baier sits down with Utah Governor Spencer Cox (R) to discuss the latest in the investigation into the assassination of Charlie Kirk and his passionate plea for unity in the wake of the tragedy. Originally aired on Special Report. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

“We have got a lot of work ahead of us,” – Congressman Tom Suozzi. As the nation grapples with the aftermath of the assassination of Turning Point USA Founder Charlie Kirk on the anniversary of one of America’s most horrific days, the public’s reaction has revealed a concerning thread – a willingness to accept, and in some cases even celebrate political violence. Congressman Tom Suozzi (D-NY) and Tracey Mann (R-KS) join Bret to discuss the importance of bi-partisan agreement, reflecting on Kirk’s career, how our country has changed since 9/11, and what can be done to bring the nation closer together. Originally aired on Special Report. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While the United States reels in the aftermath of a fatal stabbing aboard a Charlotte light rail, a strike carried out by Israel targeting Hamas members in Qatar has drawn the condemnation from the Gulf states and around the world. Editor of townhall.com, Katie Pavlich, CEO of Schoen-Cooperman Research, Carly Cooperman and FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram join Bret to discuss Israel’s latest precision strike on Hamas members in Qatar, nationwide concerns about public safety and crime following the North Carolina train stabbing, and the political implications of a government shutdown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Secretary of Transportation and Acting NASA Administrator Sean Duffy joins Bret to address President Trump’s stance on space exploration, reacting to a statement from former astronaut and current Senator Mark Kelly (D-AZ) published in the New York Times in early August. Later, Bret is joined by FOX News Chief Political Analyst Brit Hume, Washington Bureau Chief at USA Today Susan Page and FOX News Radio Political Analyst Josh Kraushaar to discuss the meeting between Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un, as well as the latest developments in the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Congress returning to a fully packed agenda Tuesday following the August recess, from the Epstein Files and redistricting to the lack of reaching a clear government funding plan prior to the September 30th deadline. Meanwhile overseas alliances between Russia, China, India, and North Korea were reaffirmed as the leaders of the four nations met for the annual Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit. Former Tennessee Congressman and Co-Host of ‘The Five’, Harold Ford Jr., Anchor and Executive Editor of ‘The Story’ with Martha MacCallum, Martha MacCallum, and FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram join Brett to discuss a possible government shutdown, and whether the growing alliances between China, Russia, India, and North Korea are a cause for concern. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

United States’ Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff discusses the state of peace negotiations on two fronts, from what is currently preventing a peace deal between Israel and Gaza, to his thoughts on Ukraine potentially ceding territory to Russia. Witkoff also responds to the criticism that Vladimir Putin is “playing” the U.S. and explains how President Trump has been able to succeed where past Presidents have failed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump’s deployment of the national guard to the nation’s capital has ruffled some feathers among Democrats, but few have denied its effectiveness. What hasn’t been effective however, are the threats of secondary sanctions against Russia - which have done little to deter President Putin from continuing his invasion of Ukraine. Democratic Strategist and Radio Host Leslie Marshall, Editor-at-Large of The Spectator World and Host of The Big Ben Show, Ben Domenech, and FOX News Senior White House Correspondent Jacqui Heinrich discuss President Trump’s unorthodox approach to fighting crime, his handling of the Russia Ukraine war, and how both situations will affect the remainder of Trump’s presidency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For years, the job of the Environmental Protection Agency often conflicted with the interests of American industry, but President Trump’s new appointee to lead the agency believes it’s possible to have it both ways. Attorney, former congressman, and the latest person to take on the mantle of EPA Administrator, Lee Zeldin discusses his de-regulatory approach to a position that his historically been synonymous with the opposite. Administrator Lee explains his misgivings about the Obama-era EPA’s Endangerment Finding and how repealing it will benefit the nation financially, as well as how billions of dollars were misplaced under the guise of environmental protection policies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With President Trump meeting with leaders from both Ukraine and Russia, just days apart, the possibility of a peaceful outcome to the war seems close. But even as the prospect of a face-to-face meeting between President Putin and President Zelenskyy increases in likelihood, finding common ground between the two won’t be any easier. Political Consultant and former Senior Counselor to President Trump, Kellyanne Conway, former Democratic Congressman and Co-Host of The Five, Harold Ford Jr., and Fox News Senior White House Correspondent Jacqui Heinrich discuss the latest developments in the Russia-Ukraine negotiations, later discussing President Trump's efforts to clean up the DC metropolitan area and “de-woke” the Smithsonian. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

“The case for America is not that America is perfect. The case for America is we keep striving.” – Condoleezza Rice. In this exclusive interview, Bret speaks to the former Secretary of State to President George W. Bush, Condoleezza Rice, the first-ever Black American Woman to hold the title. Secretary Rice tells the story of how she was able to rise to prominence in an era where Jim Crow laws prohibited millions from a fair shot at the American dream, and why she grew to love her country despite that. Secretary Rice also discusses the difficulties she faced in helping run a nation with hundreds of conflicting views, the role America must play in international politics, and why millions across the globe still strive for American citizenship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Days before a scheduled meeting between President Trump and Vladimir Putin is set to take place in Alaska, Russian forces advanced into eastern Ukraine, a move that could look to derail the talks. Back at home, President Trump has deployed National Guard troops and placed the DC Police under the control of Attorney General Pam Bondi in a move to try and lower the capitol’s high crime rate. Former Deputy Chief of Staff to President George W. Bush, Karl Rove, Democratic Strategist & former Biden-Harris campaign surrogate Kevin Walling and FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram discuss what to expect going into the Russia-Ukraine peace talks, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One of the latest developments in President Trump’s efforts to overhaul youth fitness standards is the reinstatement of the Presidential Fitness Test, a program that was dissolved in 2013 under the Obama Administration. The process will be overseen by the newly appointed Chairman of the Sports, Fitness & Nutrition Council, Bryson DeChambeau, a two-time U.S. Open champion and long-time fitness advocate. DeChambeau joins Bret for an exclusive one-on-one interview to share his thoughts on reestablishing the test and what it will mean for youth fitness going forward. They also discuss the ongoing negotiations surrounding the PGA-LIV merger, and DeChambeau’s cameo in the long-anticipated “Happy Gilmore 2.” Originally aired on Special Report. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Tuesday, Israel allowed foreign journalists into the Gaza strip for the first time since the conflict began in late 2023, following growing international scrutiny over claims of starvation in the region. Meanwhile, Texan redistricting efforts risk sparking a nationwide gerrymandering battle as California Governor Gavin Newsom threatens to redraw his state’s district maps in retaliation. Republican Strategist Colin Reed, former State Department Spokesperson Marie Harf, and FOX Radio Washington Correspondent Jared Halpern discuss the latest updates on the Israel and Hamas conflict, whether an occupation would work strategically, and what the fallout of Texas’s redistricting plan might look like. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Human trafficking is an ugly reality that has been overshadowed by partisan politics in recent years, but that might begin to change, thanks to the effort of these two senators. Co-Authors of the Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act, Senator Elissa Slotkin (D-MI) and Senator Jon Husted (R-OH) discuss the importance of combating human trafficking, and what their plans are to stop it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While Democrat approval ratings fell to a 35-year low, President Trump successfully cinched a trade deal with the EU, paving the way for years of productive trade between the two nations, but controversy surrounding the Epstein files continues to overshadow the President’s successes. USA Today Washington Bureau Chief Susan Page, FOX News Senior White House Correspondent Jacqui Heinrich, and Host of 'The Trey Gowdy Podcast,' Trey Gowdy, discuss President Trump’s recent agreement with the EU, President Trump’s gradual transition from “America First” to “Dealmaker in Chief,” and the political consequences of a potential Ghislaine Maxwell pardon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Artificial intelligence is one of the most revolutionary pieces of technology to come out of the 21st century, reshaping jobs across industries, but it is not without its own set of controversies. In this exclusive interview, Bret is joined by Nvidia’s CEO and Co-Founder Jensen Huang to discuss the future of AI in the global economy, how it will change the job market, and the fierce AI “arms race” between the US and China. Original aired on Special Report. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As midterm elections inch closer, President Trump’s policies will be put under more scrutiny than ever as the fight for congressional seats heats up. While they remain popular among Republicans, President Trump’s policies remain divisive among Democrats, but keeping a full congressional majority may prove difficult when 2026 rolls around. FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram, FOX News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams, and Republican Strategist and Executive Vice President at Targeted Victory Matt Gorman join Bret to share their midterm forecast and analyze how President Trump’s numerous victories and controversies will affect the upcoming elections. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While President Trump was successful in passing the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, he did so by only a narrow margin, an emerging pattern representative of a divided Congress. For Co-Chairs of the Problem Solvers Caucus, Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), and Congressman Tom Suozzi (D-NY), the problem doesn’t lie with President Trump’s ideas, but rather with the lack of room for compromise. The Congressmen discuss what they do and don’t support about President Trump’s agenda, how the DOJ’s handling of the Epstein case might affect midterms, and what message Zohran Mamdani’s mayoral campaign sends to the rest of the Democratic party. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte this week, President Trump announced he will impose a 100% tariff on purchasers of Russian exports if Russia fails to reach a peace deal with Ukraine within 50 days, while also pledging to supply Ukraine with arms – a deal he says will be paid for by our European allies. Democratic Strategist and Co-Host of The Five Jessica Tarlov, Senior Fellow at AEI Marc Thiessen, and FOX Senior White House Correspondent Jacqui Heinrich, join Bret to discuss this, public frustration over the DOJ’s handling of the Epstein files, and more, on today’s All-Star Panel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As an international push to bring peace in the Middle East continues, Saudi Arabia Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman continues being a key voice in the charge to both develop his country and bring peace and prosperity in the region. Karen Elliott House, a journalist with decades of experience covering Saudi Arabia, shares her in-depth exploration of the life of MBS and the potential for Saudi Arabia to one day lead the Middle East, as detailed in her new book, "The Man Who Would Be King." Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Monday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with President Trump, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and Special Envoy Steve Witkoff to discuss the path forward for a Gaza ceasefire. While key disagreements remain between Israel and Hamas, the proposed 60-day truce reportedly includes the freeing of 10 Israeli hostages, the return of 18 bodies, the release of an unspecified number of Palestinian prisoners, and a partial withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza. Now, Americans wait to see if the talks have made progress toward peace. First, Bret speaks with retired 4-star General and FOX News Senior Strategic Analyst General Jack Keane on America’s broader role in the Middle East, including the Israel-Hamas conflict, the Russia-Ukraine war, and U.S.-Iran relations. Then, for further analysis, Bret brings in his All-Star Panel, Founding Editor of 'The Washington Free Beacon' Matthew Continetti, 'POLITICO' White House Bureau Chief Dasha Burns, and FOX News Radio Political Analyst Josh Kraushaar. Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the 4th of July on the horizon, many Americans are reflecting on their own patriotism, and what makes them proud of this country. For Home Depot co-founder Ken Langone, the grandson of Italian immigrants, the answer is clear: America remains the place where dreams come true when hard work meets opportunity. Today, Ken joins Bret to share why he believes the American spirit—rooted in entrepreneurship, resilience, and compassion—can endure through any challenge or division the nation may face. Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Following a series of sweeping cuts from Senate Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough, President Trump's 'Big, Beautiful Bill' narrowly cleared the Senate — after Vice President JD Vance cast a tie-breaking 51-50 vote. Now, as the bill heads back to the House, where it also only passed by one vote back in May, how will House Republicans react to the slashes made to their original legislation? Will they accept the changes to get the bill on President Trump's desk by the 4th of July, or will it undergo another round of revisions? Chief Political Correspondent for 'The Washington Examiner' Byron York, FOX News Radio Political Analyst Josh Kraushaar, and Democratic Strategist Leslie Marshall join Bret to discuss this, Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani winning the New York City mayoral primary, and more on today's All-Star Panel. Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Last Saturday the United States launched airstrikes on three key Iranian nuclear facilities. While many Americans feared the country was on the brink of full-scale war, many were surprised when the President announced Monday on Truth Social that a "Complete and Total CEASEFIRE" had been reached. Moments after this announcement, Bret sat down with Vice President JD Vance for an exclusive interview — where the Vice President reacted live to the ceasefire agreement, shared how successful he believed the strikes were, and explained why he supported America's attack on Iran despite long-standing hesitation about getting directly involved in the past. Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Saturday, the U.S. launched a successful strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities, dealing a major blow to its nuclear program and hampering its ability to escalate regional conflict. Meanwhile, President Trump arrived at the NATO summit in the Netherlands today amid uncertainty over a possible ceasefire between Israel and Iran. The strike has triggered swift political reactions in Washington, with sharp divisions emerging along party lines. Today, Anchor of ‘The Story’ Martha MacCallum, FOX News Senior White House Correspondent Peter Doocy, and CEO of Schoen Cooperman Research Carly Cooperman break down the political fallout, the Big Beautiful Bill, and the latest on U.S. tariff negotiations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tensions between Israel and Iran have simmered for decades, fueled by Iran's opposition to Israel's existence, Tehran's funding of militant proxy groups, and their quickly developing nuclear program. In an exclusive interview, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu joins Bret to explain why he believes Israel’s mission to eliminate Iran’s nuclear and missile capabilities is a matter of national survival—and far more justified than Iran’s civilian-targeted attacks.Later, Netanyahu weighs in on whether Israel can reach Iran’s clandestine and fortified nuclear sites. Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After years of fighting through proxies, Iran and Israel are now exchanging direct military strikes—a dramatic escalation that’s unfolded over just the past five days. As tensions rise by the hour, President Trump is demanding Iran’s “unconditional surrender,” telling reporters he isn’t interested in a ceasefire but in bringing a “real end” to the conflict. USA TODAY White House Correspondent Francesca Chambers, host of ‘The Big Ben Show’ Ben Domenech, and FOX News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams break down what could happen next—especially if Iran chooses to escalate further. Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As President Trump calls on American companies to ramp up domestic production and reduce reliance on countries like China, many lawmakers are welcoming the push — seeing it as an alignment with priorities they’ve been working on for years. Today, Bret revisits his conversation with Senator Mark Kelly (D-AZ) and Congressman Mike Waltz (R-FL), who have been leading the charge to bring shipbuilding back to America. They discuss how public-private partnerships and strategic incentives can jumpstart the industry, the critical role naval power plays on the global stage, and why investing in shipbuilding is not just an economic boost — but a matter of national security. Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Before President Trump and Elon Musk publicly cut ties last week, they were closely working together to identify government waste. The President even tapped Musk to lead the charge, appointing him as head of the newly formed Department of Government Efficiency. Months later, Musk is now saying President Trump's "one big, beautiful bill," is undermining the work his team set out to do in the first place. Bret revisits his conversation with Elon Musk and the DOGE team from earlier this year, to take a look at what their initial goals and visions were, and how that compares with the work they've been able to do since. Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FBI has faced growing calls for greater transparency and accountability—something new FBI Director Kash Patel pledged to prioritize when he first stepped into the role. Bret had the opportunity to travel to Quantico, Virginia, for a one-on-one conversation with Director Patel on his plans for the bureau. Speaking from FBI headquarters, Director Patel tells Bret why he believes the bureau has taken a positive turn since President Trump returned to office—a shift he says is evident in the surge of FBI applications they're receiving, which have more than doubled from 2,500 to 5,700 per month over the past year. He also outlines the bureau’s efforts to tackle major challenges, including the fentanyl crisis and rising threats from China. Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Senate returned to Capitol Hill on Monday with a new mission at the top of their agenda: uniting behind President Trump's "one big, beautiful bill." It took Congress weeks to narrowly agree on the legislation, passing it with a thin 215-214 vote. Many Senate Republicans have been vocal that they will not support the bill as it currently stands. So, what will the major sticking points be for the Senate GOP? Will the modifications they make to the bill lead to it being sent back to the House? Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) breaks down the Senate's main concerns with the bill, the challenges that come with navigating the Senate's budget reconciliation rules, and why he remains confidently optimistic that the Senate will pass a bill that aligns with President Trump's priorities. Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coming out of Memorial Day Weekend, Americans across the country are reminded of just how many men and women have valiantly sacrificed their lives for the nation. In the eyes of Congressman Jake Ellzey (R-TX) and Congressman Don Davis (D-NC), the two veterans who co-chair the Four Country Caucus, the least we can do is ensure their families, and the veterans who return from war are taken care of. Today, Rep. Ellzey and Rep. Davis share how they've worked across the aisle on efforts to support veterans through meaningful legislation—efforts that have contributed to a record-low rate of veteran homelessness in the United States. They also discuss the encouraging increase being seen in military recruitment and how they work to put country over party on Capitol Hill. Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Just last week, Russian President Vladimir Putin and President Trump were reportedly having a cordial two-hour phone call, while House Republicans were locked in a high-stakes standoff over what was being called a "big, beautiful bill." Fast forward to this week, and the political landscape has shifted: President Trump took to Truth Social to proclaim that President Putin has "gone absolutely crazy" following a blitz attack in Ukraine and House Speaker Mike Johnson is taking a victory lap after successfully rallying Republicans behind a sweeping piece of legislation. To unpack how these developments unfolded so rapidly, South & Hill Strategies co-founder Colin Reed, former State Department Spokeswoman Marie Harf, and FOX News Radio Washington D.C. Correspondent Jared Halpern join Bret on this week's All-Star Panel. Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Since reports emerged that Chinese President Xi Jinping allegedly directed the People’s Liberation Army to prepare for an invasion of Taiwan by 2027, the United States has ramped up efforts to ensure Taiwan has the resources and support it needs to defend itself. On Capitol Hill, Senators Pete Ricketts (R-NE) and Chris Coons (D-DE), both members of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, are leading that charge with The PORCUPINE Act, a bill designed to streamline arms sales to Taiwan and bolster its defensive capabilities. Sen. Coons and Sen. Ricketts join Bret to discuss why arming Taiwan is one of the most effective steps the U.S. can take to deter aggression in the region. They also weigh in on former President Biden's recent diagnosis, and the U.S. decision to formally accept a jet from Qatar. Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Since the start of his second term, President Trump has championed his vision for "One Big, Beautiful Bill" — a comprehensive piece of legislation that would include tax reforms, immigration enforcement, defense spending, while cutting what he describes as “waste, fraud and abuse” in social programs like Medicaid and SNAP. With just two days left before the initial deadline to get the bill to his desk, President Trump stepped up the pressure — paying Capitol Hill a visit on Tuesday morning to give House Republicans a "pep talk" in a last push for compromise before Memorial Day. Meanwhile, outside of Washington, Democrats in former President Biden's inner circle are continuing to reveal what they knew, or didn't know, about the former President's health and competency. However, talk about these narratives took a new turn over the weekend, after President Biden announced he's been diagnosed with stage 4 prostate cancer. To break it all down, FOX News Contributor Katie Pavlich, FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram, and former Biden-Harris campaign surrogate Kevin Walling join Bret on this week's All-Star Panel. Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As President Trump's extensive Middle East tour continues, Bret remains on the ground, closely following the President’s meetings and offering historical insights into key countries like Qatar and Saudi Arabia. In addition to his coverage, Bret has secured exclusive interviews with Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed Bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani and Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Economy and Planning Faisal Alibrahim, where he dives into strategic partnership opportunities, ongoing tensions in the region, and the future of U.S.-Middle East relations. Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump kicked off a four-day trip to the Middle East, with a visit to the Saudi capital where he sat down Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The world leaders discussed the path forward for U.S.-Saudi relations and the push for an Iranian nuclear deal. Bret looks back on his conversation with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman where they discussed 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. Original Air Date: September 21, 2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump has expressed the demand for shipbuilding in the United States as a major priority, as most U.S. commercial ship production is in China. Will the United States be able to build up ship production quickly enough to run a modern economy, without being economically pigeonholed by our adversaries? Senators Mark Kelly (D-AZ) and Todd Young (R-ID) discuss how their bipartisan bill, the SHIPS for America Act, seeks to revitalize the U.S. Shipbuilding industry by establishing a maritime security advisor position in the white house. The Senators explain the importance of this legislation, noting that the U.S. has become overly reliant on China for commercial ship production, posing a national security risk. Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Despite bipartisan claims that Democrats are "stranded in the wilderness" after President Trump's sweeping 2024 victory, Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) and Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) have been vocal about their disagreement. Though Sen. Sanders blamed the Democrats' poor performance on the party's abandonment of the working class and defending the status quo, he and Rep. Ocasio-Cortez are assuring Americans they are not lost — a message they're touting on the 'Fighting Oligarchy' tour. Today, Sen. Sanders sits down with Bret to discuss why the tour is drawing large crowds, why he opposes cuts to healthcare and education, and his concerns with Trump’s tariff policy. He also explains why he doesn’t believe the Democrats' challenges stem from President Biden’s delayed decision to exit the 2024 race. Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Just a week after eking out a win for the liberal party in Canada, Prime Minister Mark Carney was catching a flight to Washington. Sitting down with President Trump in the Oval Office today, the two leaders addressed President Trump’s recurring suggestion that Canada consider becoming the “51st state,” as well as the current state of U.S.–Canada trade relations following the recent unveiling of the President’s new tariff plan. According to the White House, similar high-level discussions are taking place around the world, with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent indicating that major trade agreements could be announced as early as this week. To discuss this, President Trump's latest policy ideas, and more, Bret sits down with host of 'The Big Ben Show,' podcast Ben Domenech, FOX News Radio Washington DC Correspondent Jared Halpern, and host of 'The Richard Fowler Show,' Richard Fowler. Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The week has been marked by major developments in Washington—from the signing of the U.S.-Ukraine minerals deal to President Trump's decision to remove National Security Advisor Mike Waltz from his position and nominate him as the next U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations. To unpack these events, Bret sat down with Vice President JD Vance following a tour of Nucor Steel in South Carolina, where he was promoting President Trump's "Manufacturing Renaissance" agenda. Vice President Vance shared his perspective on Waltz’s reassignment, framing it not as a demotion but as a strategic opportunity that allows him to serve in a new, impactful role. He also addressed the latest U.S. military operations targeting Houthi forces in Yemen—an issue tied to the recent Signal chat leak—provided updates on the administration’s trade negotiations, and emphasized the President’s renewed push to restore American manufacturing. Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tuesday marked 100 days since President Trump returned to the White House to begin his second term. As the President touts his administration's handling of immigration, border security, the economy, and foreign policy challenges, many Americans' remain anxious that his tariff plan could impact prices at home and global relationships. To share their analyses of the President's first 100 days, FOX News Senior White House Correspondent Jacqui Heinrich, host of 'The Guy Benson Show,' Guy Benson, and FOX News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams join Bret on today's All-Star Panel. Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How are American businesses & foreign companies responding to President Trump's tariff plan? Bret sits down with Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan to discuss how he believes tariffs might impact U.S. businesses, America's trade relationships, and manufacturing jobs within the country. He also discusses what he believes the key strengths and weaknesses are within the economy right now. Later, Taiwanese Representative to the U.S. Alexander Yui talks about the trade relationship between America and Taiwan, and how the current negotiations to lower tariffs and increase investments and trade are going. He also shares how Taiwanese leadership is responding to the growing military threat from China toward Taiwan — something that could greatly impact world trade. Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Though President Trump put a 90-day pause on the reciprocal tariffs he rolled out on Liberation Day, world leaders are coming to the table for trade talks -- with the White House preparing to host South Korean leaders later this week. Despite the freeze, the administration remains tough on China, keeping 145% tariffs in place on most Chinese imports. Meanwhile, legal tensions in Washington are rising, as Harvard University sues the Trump administration over threats to cut federal funding and debates continue over the deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia—a Maryland man sent to El Salvador despite a federal court order, as the administration claims his ties to the gang MS-13 is grounds for his removal from the U.S. South & Hill Strategies co-founder Colin Reed, Democratic pollster Carly Cooperman, and FOX News Radio Political Analyst Josh Kraushaar discuss all this and more on today's All-Star Panel. Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With President Trump approaching the 100-day mark of his second term, his Cabinet has been busy ensuring that his agenda is carried out. Bret is joined by Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to discuss how the department is ensuring that American citizens are safe from domestic and foreign terrorism. Secretary Noem also sheds light on her tour of an El Salvador prison where deported Venezuelans and others are being held. Later, Department of Housing and Urban Development Secretary Scott Turner joins Bret to share the role of HUD and the department's plan to assist with disaster relief and homelessness. Originally aired on Special Report. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Trump Administration is receiving push back from Democrats for the deportation of a Maryland man they claim was wrongfully sent to an El Salvadoran prison. This case has garnered a lot of attention in Washington, as multiple courts and political jargon have added to the complexities of the case. Critics of the Trump Administration are calling this a constitutional crisis, while others welcome this fight as an immigration mandate. Alongside this matter, there is a concern on Capital Hill that President Trump’s global tariffs may affect the economy dramatically, as well as political careers following midterms. Meanwhile, NVIDIA has agreed to invest $500 billion in the United States over the next four years, marking a major win for the Trump economic agenda and the AI race against China. To discuss The Trump Administration’s limitations on foreign policy and more, we bring in Chad Pergram FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent, Washington Bureau Chief of USA Today Susan Page, and Byron York Chief Political Correspondent for the Washington Examiner. Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Athletic programs sit at the forefront of colleges and universities, generating extreme revenue and creating a vast fan base. In recent years, changes to the transfer portal and the addition of name, image and likeness (NIL) deals, have drastically altered the landscape of college athletics. What will this new era mean for student athletes and college sports overall? NCAA commissioners of the four major conferences, Greg Sankey of the Southeastern Conference, Jim Phillips of the Atlantic Coast Conference, Tony Petite of the Big Ten, and Brett Yourmark of the Big 12, discuss why they are seeking the support of Congress to lobby for federal NIL guidelines. Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wall Street is in the midst of another rollercoaster week after President Trump enacted wide-ranging tariffs on countries around the world. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio all took to the airwaves to pitch a skeptical public and markets on the plan. Meanwhile, President Trump met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the Oval Office on Monday to discuss the war in Gaza and a potential new trade agreement with the United States. Bret breaks it all down with FOX News Radio Political Correspondent Jared Halpern, Editor-at-Large at The Spectator Ben Domenech, and former State Department Spokeswoman Marie Harf. Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump has rolled out 'reciprocal tariffs' on dozens of countries, leading to mixed reactions on Capitol Hill. Though many lawmakers agree that this move supports the production of goods in the United States and will balance select trade relationships, there are concerns that imposing tariffs on U.S. allies could cause more harm than good. As a result, Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) and Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA) are proposing a bipartisan joint resolution that blocks tariffs on Canada -- created primarily due to their belief that trade policy should be set by Congress, not emergency declarations. They also discuss their thoughts on the President's tariff plan as a whole, and the economic impacts they could have. Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices