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    January 20th, 2026: Russia Targets Nuclear Power Plants & Secret Venezuela Talks

    1/20/2026 | 23 mins.
    In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:


    New warnings that Russia may be preparing to strike the power lines feeding Europe’s largest nuclear plant, a move that could threaten reactor cooling systems and raise fears of a potential meltdown.


    New reporting reveals the United States was quietly in talks with Venezuela’s hardline interior minister months before the raid that removed Nicolás Maduro.


    The FAA issues new warnings urging caution for flights over parts of Latin America, citing potential military activity in the region.


    And in today’s Back of the Brief—Tehran faces diplomatic fallout as the World Economic Forum revokes its invitation to Iran’s foreign minister following a deadly crackdown on protesters.

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    PDB Afternoon Bulletin | January 19th, 2026: Iran TV Hijacked & Venezuela’s New Power Play

    1/19/2026 | 14 mins.
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    First up— Iran’s tightly controlled propaganda apparatus suffers a rare and embarrassing breach, as hackers hijack state television to broadcast footage of exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi and images of anti-government protests the regime has worked to suppress.


    Later in the show— CIA Director John Ratcliffe makes a high-stakes trip to Caracas, meeting with Venezuela’s interim president Delcy Rodríguez in the most senior U.S. engagement since Nicolás Maduro’s ouster.

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    January 19th, 2026: U.S. Deploys Bombers Toward Iran & American Forces Kill ISIS Leader In Syria

    1/19/2026 | 20 mins.
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    Bombers, aircraft carriers, and missile defense systems are shifting into position across the Middle East as Washington quietly prepares military options while pressure mounts inside Iran.


    American forces carry out a third retaliatory strike, killing a militant leader tied to an ISIS ambush that killed three Americans, as CENTCOM works to deter further attacks on U.S. personnel.


    Newly obtained documents reveal that Venezuela’s interim leader Delcy Rodríguez has been on the radar of U.S. drug agents for years, underscoring Washington’s view of her role in the regime’s alleged criminal networks.


    President Trump escalates pressure on Europe, announcing new tariffs on Denmark and other nations as he pushes for a deal to acquire Greenland.

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    PDB Situation Report | January 17th, 2026: If the U.S. Hits Iran: A Fighter Pilot Breaks It Down & Venezuela at a Crossroads

    1/17/2026 | 1h 2 mins.
    In this episode of The PDB Situation Report:


    Washington says military options against Iran remain firmly on the table. Retired U.S. Air Force fighter pilot Ryan Bodenheimer joins us to walk through what a potential U.S. strike on Iran could actually look like, from air superiority to target selection—and the risks involved.


    Later in the show—political shockwaves out of Venezuela. President Trump meets with opposition leader María Corina Machado as the country enters a dramatic new phase that could reshape politics across the Western Hemisphere. NTD TV correspondent and Venezuela analyst Luis Martinez joins us to explain what’s happening on the ground—and what may come next.

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    PDB Afternoon Bulletin | January 16th, 2026: U.S. Carrier Strike Group Races Toward Iran & Gaza’s Paper Ceasefire

    1/16/2026 | 15 mins.
    In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:


    Despite an easing of rhetoric, the United States tightens its military posture toward Iran, moving a carrier strike group into the Middle East. While rhetoric between Washington and Tehran appears to cool, the deployment signals that military pressure—and U.S. options—remain firmly in place.


    Later in the show—the Gaza ceasefire enters Phase Two…at least on paper. President Donald Trump backs a new transitional governing plan for Gaza, but serious doubts remain over whether Hamas would ever agree to disarm.

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Each morning, the President of the United States receives a highly classified briefing on the most important issues facing the country -- The President's Daily Brief. Now you can hear your very own PDB, in the form of a podcast, every morning at 6am Eastern, and every afternoon at 4pm Eastern. You'll get 20 minutes of the most important topics of the day and why you should care, arming you with what you need to know to help solve America's most pressing challenges. Former CIA Operations Officer Mike Baker hosts new episodes daily.
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