The Bret Baier Podcast

Episodes

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  All-Star Panel: President Trump Shakes Up White House While Impeachment Threats Loom 10.11.2026 20m

  In the wake of a midterm defeat, President Trump has overhauled his West Wing operation, replacing Chief of Staff Susie Wiles with longtime immigration hardliner and top advisor Stephen Miller. Meanwhile, Capitol Hill is bracing for fireworks as outgoing Congressman Thomas Massie (R-KY) introduces articles of impeachment against War Secretary Pete Hegseth. Democratic Strategist and Pollster Carly Cooperman, former Deputy Chief of Staff to President George W. Bush Karl Rove, and FOX News Washington D.C. Correspondent Lucas Tomlinson analyze the fallout from Stephen Miller’s elevation and the constitutional and political stakes facing the Pentagon chief. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  DNC Chair Reacts to 2026 Midterm Results 05.11.2026 10m

  Democratic National Committee Chair Ken Martin reacts to his party’s wins in the 2026 Midterm Elections and what the prospects are of a Democrat-led Congress working with President Trump. He joined Bret on Wednesday to break down the many factors that resulted in a blue wave and what the final two years of the president’s time in the White House could look like as Democrats retake control of the House and Senate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  All-Star Panel: Blue Wave Gives Democrats Control of Congress 04.11.2026 21m

  Democrats sweep Congress, setting up a divided capital and immediate clashes with President Trump over subpoenas and vetoes. FOX News Contributor Marie Harf, The Washington Examiner’s Byron York, and Chief Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram join Bret to unpack what drove Democratic turnout, how incoming leadership plans to wield investigative power on Capitol Hill, and how President Trump navigates the final two years of his term. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Florida Voters Speak: The Issues Deciding The Midterms 03.11.2026 7m

  Election Day is here and voters are deciding the balance of power in Congress, and the leaders of many states. Florida is one of more than 30 states electing a new Governor as other races along the ballot near the finish line. Bret speaks with voters in the Sunshine State as they reveal the top issues that determine who they support this Midterm Election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Kansas Senate Showdown: The Battle for the Senate 29.10.2026 23m

  The balance of power in Washington, D.C. depends on several tight races in the House and Senate. With the election just days away, Incumbent Kansas Republican Senator Roger Marshall and Democratic Candidate Adam Hamilton are making their final pitches to voters. Bret speaks with them to explore their stances on the issues defining the contest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  All-Star Panel: Close Midterm Races & President Trump's Influence on the Campaign Trail 27.10.2026 19m

  The midterm elections are now just a week away and the latest FOX News Power Rankings find that Democrats are set to retake the majority in the House, but the story is different for the Senate. Multiple battleground races remain a toss-up in the upper chamber. Meanwhile, President Trump continues to rally Republicans in the final days of campaigning to bolster the party's support.Democratic Strategist and FOX News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams, Republican Strategist and Co-Founder of South & Hill Strategies Colin Reed, and FOX News Audio Washington D.C. Political Anchor and Correspondent Jared Halpern discuss the close races that could decide which party takes control of the House and Senate and how the president's appearances around the nation is impacting those races.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  U.S. Debt Hits $40T | What’s Next for America? 22.10.2026 8m

  The U.S. national debt just surpassed $40 trillion, a staggering milestone that directly threatens America’s financial future. Just five months after reaching $39 trillion, federal spending continues to soar across multiple presidential administrations. Bret examines how mandatory entitlement spending, mounting budget deficits, and soaring interest costs pushed our balance sheet to the brink, and what Washington must do before the crisis worsens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  All-Star Panel: FOX News Power Rankings & President Trump's Fraud Crackdown 20.10.2026 18m

  The midterms are now two weeks away and the latest FOX News Power Rankings find that a key voting bloc is slowly turning away from Republicans – rural voters. Meanwhile, the White House is touting its crackdown on fraud as President Trump announced the Fraud Whistleblower Incentive Program. USA Today Washington Bureau Chief Susan Page, FOX News Contributor and Outkick Columnist Mary Katharine Ham, and FOX News’ Chief Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram discuss the tight races that will determine the majorities in Congress and the Trump Administration’s actions targeting misuse of taxpayer funds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Common Ground: The Bipartisan Push for Cost-of-Living Relief 15.10.2026 8m

  Housing affordability and the rising cost of living have become major challenges for millions of Americans, with skyrocketing mortgage rates and home prices pushing first-time homeownership to record-high ages. House Financial Services Committee members Congressman Mike Flood (R-NE) and Congressman Sam Liccardo (D-CA) discuss passing the 21st Century Road to Housing Act, potential bipartisan tax relief to unlock housing supply, and how former local leaders are working across the aisle to address the crisis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Ex-Intelligence Official Details Alien Craft & UAP Cover-Up 13.10.2026 14m

  Former Defense Intelligence Senior Executive Jay Stratton opens up about his 16-year career investigating Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAPs) for the U.S. government and why he believes humanity is not alone. He discusses his new book, Out of the Shadows, detailing encounters near nuclear facilities, the ongoing race to reverse-engineer non-human technology, and the efforts to bring full transparency to the public. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Jeff Bezos: Blue Origin’s Moon Mission & the Future of AI 09.10.2026 22m

  Amazon founder and Blue Origin creator Jeff Bezos joins Bret from the factory floor to discuss the upcoming New Glenn rocket flight in his mission to work more in space. He shares why AI is an "industrial bubble" worth having and addresses labor market fears. He explains why the U.S. must beat China to the moon, how AI will drive massive productivity, and the future of Blue Origin. This originally aired on Special Report Wednesday, October 7th, 2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  All-Star Panel: Escalating Iran War, Rising Gas Prices, and Midterm Power Rankings 06.10.2026 17m

  With just one month until the midterms, new FOX News power rankings reveal a razor-thin battle for control of Congress as President Trump hits the campaign trail to encourage higher Republican turnout. Meanwhile, as the conflict in Iran continues, the President has signed a new executive order aiming to lower diesel prices and relieve domestic supply chain pressures. Democratic pollster Carly Cooperman, Washington Post columnist and FOX News contributor Mark Thiessen, and FOX News White House correspondent Jacqui Heinrich analyze the White House’s midterm strategy, the economic fallout of foreign policy, and which key Senate races could deliver election night surprises. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Democratic Strategy And 2026 Midterm Odds 01.10.2026 8m

  Former Obama White House Chief of Staff and former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel discuss the Democratic Party's trajectory ahead of the November midterms and their strategy for flipping red seats blue. He addresses internal party friction, his perspective on healthcare, and why he refuses to accept the nation's high rate of students reading below grade level. He also reflects on whether he will enter the 2028 presidential race and what it will take to bring meaningful change to a failed political status quo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Sylvester Stallone: Putting It All On The Line 29.09.2026 13m

  Hollywood icon Sylvester Stallone joins Special Report for an exclusive interview on his new book, The Steps: A Memoir. Nearly five decades after Rocky launched his career, Sylvester reflects on his journey from a struggling actor to a global superstar. He shares why he chose to write his memoir now, the hard-earned lessons from his early job hustle, and the revelations behind his iconic career highs and lows. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Secretary Bessent: China Trade Extension & Economic Pressure On Iran 24.09.2026 16m

  Chinese President Xi Jinping has landed in Washington, D.C., for a high-stakes summit with President Trump, as the U.S. and China navigate a vital moment with lots to discuss across trade, security, and technology. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent discusses the newly announced two-month extension of the Busan Agreement, the administration’s strategy for handling Iran amidst rising gas prices, and new efforts to manage AI risks. Secretary Bessent also shares the key economic indicators American voters should be watching closely ahead of November. This originally aired on Special Report Wednesday, September 23rd, 2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  All-Star Panel: President Trump's UN Address, Iran War & China Xi Summit 22.09.2026 16m

  President Trump defended American power at the United Nations General Assembly while issuing stark warnings regarding the ongoing war with Iran. Meanwhile, the White House prepares to host Chinese President Xi Jinping for a high-stakes summit centered on trade, artificial intelligence, and global stability. Fox News contributor Marie Harf, chief political correspondent for the Washington Examiner Byron York, and Fox Business White House Correspondent Edward Lawrence analyze President Trump's UN speech, the geopolitical implications of the U.S.-China summit, and how rising gas prices and AI concerns could impact the upcoming midterm elections. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Common Ground: Bipartisan Push For AI Safeguards  17.09.2026 11m

  As artificial intelligence rapidly advances, lawmakers are facing growing pressure from the public and tech leaders to establish clear guardrails while maintaining American competitiveness. Congresswoman Lori Trahan (D-MA) and Congressman Jay Obernolte (R-CA) discuss their bipartisan FRONTIER Act. The Act addresses concerns about development risks, global competition with China, and the misuse of the technology. They explore how the federal government can balance strict safety standards with fostering innovation for AI's immense benefits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  All-Star Panel: Balancing the AI Race with China and Middle East Turmoil Ahead of Midterms 15.09.2026 20m

  With under 50 days until the midterm elections, President Trump faces a complex balancing act, dismissing tech executives' safety warnings on AI while preparing for a high-stakes meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Meanwhile, scrutiny mounts over a Russian oligarch bankrolling Donald Trump Jr.’s wedding, and escalating Houthi rebel attacks on Saudi Arabia increase disruption of global oil supplies.Fox News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams, Wall Street Journal editorial board member Bill McGurn, and Fox News Audio White House Reporter Jared Halpern unpack these economic, political, and national security challenges heading into the midterms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  One on One: Former Anthropic Researcher Jacob Coxon on the True Threat of AI 11.09.2026 11m

  In just a handful of years, artificial intelligence has evolved from the realm of science fiction into an everyday reality. Now, one of the researchers who helped build this technology is sounding the alarm, warning that rapid AI advancement could pose an existential threat to humanity within the next decade. Former OpenAI and Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon joins Bret to discuss why he decided to leave two of the world's leading AI companies, the growing risks of the industry's race toward superintelligence, and what must be done to safeguard this new technology before it's too late. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  All-Star Panel: Can President Trump's Dallas Convention Move the Needle for House GOP? 08.09.2026 16m

  As President Trump commemorates the 25th anniversary of the September 11th attacks on the Ellipse, the White House gears up for a major midterm convention push in Dallas, a historical first for the party. Meanwhile, military tensions sharpen in the Persian Gulf following fresh U.S. air strikes against Iranian oil tankers near Kharg Island.   USA Today Washington Bureau Chief Susan Page, Former Deputy Chief of Staff for President George W. Bush Karl Rove, and FOX News Correspondent Lucas Tomlinson join Bret to unpack the GOP’s midterm campaign strategy and explain why some Republicans are opting to stay back home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices