PDB Situation Report

Title: Trump Calls Putin’s Bluff & Syria Erupts in Violence

Title: Trump Calls Putin’s Bluff & Syria Erupts in Violence

Length 57:26

In this episode of The PDB Situation Report:

A major development in the war in Ukraine—Kyiv has agreed to a 30-day ceasefire following high-level talks in Saudi Arabia. But will Russia do the same? We break it all down with Fred Fleitz, former National Security Council Chief of Staff and Vice Chair of the America First Policy Institute’s Center for American Security.
Syria is on the brink once again. A surge of violence and reports of massacres are pushing the country further into chaos as the fragile government struggles to maintain control. We get expert analysis from David Daoud, senior fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies.
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Why Reclaiming The Panama Canal Is So Important To U.S. Security

Why Reclaiming The Panama Canal Is So Important To U.S. Security

Length 7:37

The Panama Canal has long been a strategic lifeline for global trade and U.S. national security—but now, China is making moves. BlackRock’s recent purchase of two major ports at the canal has raised serious concerns about Beijing’s growing influence in the region. Host Mike Baker sits down with author Gordon Chang to discuss why control of the canal matters, the risks of China’s expanding footprint, and what the U.S. must do to protect its interests.

Could Trump’s Threat To Hamas Backfire?

Could Trump’s Threat To Hamas Backfire?

Length 5:57

Former President Donald Trump issued a stark warning to Hamas: release the remaining hostages or face total destruction. But could this bold stance have unintended consequences? Host Mike Baker sits down with Jonathan Schanzer from the Foundation for Defense of Democracies to break down the geopolitical implications, Hamas’s response, and how this could shape U.S. policy in the region.

Trump’s Ultimatum to Hamas & China’s War Warning

Trump’s Ultimatum to Hamas & China’s War Warning

Length 54:20

In this episode of The PDB Situation Report:

Donald Trump lays down the gauntlet, demanding that Hamas release all remaining hostages or face the full force of Israeli military power. With ceasefire talks stalled, what happens next? Jonathan Schanzer from the Foundation for Defense of Democracies joins us with his insight.
Beijing fires back, warning that it’s ready for “any type of war” with the U.S. after President Trump reinstated tariffs on Chinese goods. How serious is the threat? Gordon Chang, author of Plan Red: China’s Project to Destroy America, joins us to break it all down.
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Gaza Cease-Fire Nears Collapse—Will War Resume?

Gaza Cease-Fire Nears Collapse—Will War Resume?

Length 6:17

As the fragile Gaza cease-fire deal inches closer to expiration, no agreement has been reached on the fate of the remaining hostages. Will Israel and Hamas return to the negotiating table, or is another round of war imminent? Former Deputy Assistant to the President Robert Greenway joins The PDB Situation Report to break down the latest developments and what to expect next.

How Donald Trump Changed The Conversation On Gaza’s Future

How Donald Trump Changed The Conversation On Gaza’s Future

Length 3:58

President Trump has proposed a bold plan for the future of Gaza, suggesting U.S. involvement in its redevelopment and the relocation of its current residents—a move that has sparked widespread debate. Former Deputy Assistant to the President Robert Greenway joins The PDB Situation Report to discuss how this proposal is reshaping conversations about Gaza’s future and the broader implications for Middle East policy.

Will Gaza Erupt Again? Cease-Fire Nears Collapse & America’s Energy Security

Will Gaza Erupt Again? Cease-Fire Nears Collapse & America’s Energy Security

Length 46:06

In this episode of The PDB Situation Report:

Tensions are rising as the fragile Gaza cease-fire deal nears its expiration on Saturday. With no agreement yet on the fate of the remaining hostages, will Israel and Hamas return to the negotiating table—or is another round of war imminent? Former Deputy Assistant to the President Robert Greenway joins us to break it all down.
Later in the show, President Trump is pushing to expand energy exploration and production to secure America’s energy independence. But what does this mean for national security? Daniel Turner, Executive Director of Power The Future, joins us to discuss.
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Riots and Hijackings: Why Deportees Are Being Handcuffed

Riots and Hijackings: Why Deportees Are Being Handcuffed

Length 5:49

Mike Baker speaks with Todd Bensman from the Center for Immigration Studies about the controversy surrounding migrant deportees being handcuffed as they’re expelled from the country. What led to this policy? We break down the violent riots and hijackings that forced officials to take a tougher stance—plus, what it all means for border security going forward.

Is A Shooting War Coming In Mexico? & Peace Talks Over Ukraine Begin

Is A Shooting War Coming In Mexico? & Peace Talks Over Ukraine Begin

Length 1:0:08

In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:

Mexico is ramping up its fight against drug cartels, deploying thousands of troops into cartel strongholds. Is the country on the verge of an all-out shooting war with these powerful criminal organizations? Senior National Security Fellow for the Center for Immigration Studies Todd Bensman joins us to break it down.
U.S. and Russian delegations met in Saudi Arabia this week to discuss potential pathways to ending the war in Ukraine. What came out of the talks, and is a diplomatic breakthrough possible? Steve Yates of the Heritage Foundation shares his insights.
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Tracking the Cartels: US Spy Planes in Action

Tracking the Cartels: US Spy Planes in Action

Length 4:42

Mike Baker speaks with Charles Marino, former DHS Senior Advisor, about recent US spy plane operations over the border and into Mexico—likely monitoring drug cartel activity. What intelligence is being gathered? How does this surveillance fit into broader US efforts against cartel operations? And what are the risks of these missions? Marino breaks it all down, providing expert insight into this high-stakes intelligence effort.

US Special Ops vs. Drug Cartels: Former DHS Advisor Weighs In

US Special Ops vs. Drug Cartels: Former DHS Advisor Weighs In

Length 6:24

Mike Baker sits down with Charles Marino, a former Senior Advisor for the Department of Homeland Security, to explore what a US special operation against drug cartels could look like. With increasing violence and the flood of illegal drugs across the border, some have suggested using military force to dismantle these powerful criminal organizations. Marino shares his expert insights on how such an operation would be structured and whether it’s a realistic option for the United States.