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September 22nd, 2023: Arms Race Alert, Diplomatic Duels, and Workers on the Warpath
In this episode of "The President's Daily Brief" with Mike Baker:
We begin by unpacking Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's resolute declaration: Should Iran pursue nuclear ambitions, Saudi Arabia will not be left behind. This remark, voiced in a recent Fox News interview, ignites growing apprehensions of a looming Mideast arms contest.
We then revisit our lead story from Thursday. As Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky seeks support from US lawmakers, Poland makes an unexpected decision, halting weapon provisions to Ukraine due to deepening grain import disputes. In a separate segment.
We discuss the spiraling diplomatic row between Canada and India, marked by the suspension of visa services for Canadians in the wake of contentious assassination allegations.
Rounding up our episode, we return to the ongoing strike saga of the United Auto Workers. The pay and benefits impasse escalates, with the UAW now considering the extension of its strike to additional plants.
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9/22/2023
16:09
September 21st, 2023: Fractured Alliances, Climate Calls, and Pennsylvania's Voting Gamble
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
We spotlight a potentially fracturing alliance between Ukraine and Poland as they navigate a tricky grain crisis. With a key ally looking shaky, what lies ahead for Ukraine?
Amid the diplomatic maneuvers at the UN General Assembly, UN Chief Guterres issues a dire warning.
The Biden Administration introduces its ambitious American Climate Corps program. Is this America's answer to climate concerns, or is it just creating an army of paid progressive activists?
In our Back of the Brief segment, Pennsylvania revamps its voter registration system. With residents now automatically registered to vote when they receive a driver's license, we question whether this strengthens election security or simply stirs more debates.
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9/21/2023
17:01
September 20th, 2023: Murder Mysteries, Military Moves, and Senate Makeovers
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
A chilling murder mystery is unfolding in Canada. Was India complicit in the assassination of a Sikh activist? With ties to a controversial movement on Canadian soil, the incident could have widespread international consequences.
With more than 150 Chinese warplanes hovering near Taiwan within a week, tensions are escalating between Taiwan and China.
At the UN General Assembly, Ukrainian President Zelensky and U.S. President Biden come together, urging for more global backing in Ukraine's fight against Russian advances.
And in the Back of the Brief, is the U.S. Senate about to embrace a more casual look? Majority Leader Chuck Schumer certainly thinks so, taking a leaf out of Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman's distinctive fashion book.
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9/20/2023
14:52
September 19th, 2023. Prisoner Exchanges, Political Gatherings, and Mystery in the Skies
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
Five Americans make their way home after a significant prisoner exchange in Iran — but there's a catch, as the nation pushes back against nuclear oversight.
The political arena heats up in New York City with the United Nations General Assembly, and we'll break down what's on the agenda.
Over in Ukraine, it's out with the old as President Zelensky makes sweeping changes in the defense ministry.
In the 'Back of the Brief' segment: a state-of-the-art U.S. fighter jet goes AWOL, while a Chinese 'spy' balloon's secrets float to the surface.
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9/19/2023
17:25
September 18th, 2023: Auto Strikes, Far East Mysteries, and Border Breakthroughs
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
• The unprecedented strike by the United Auto Workers against America's top three automakers. Discover why this standoff is more than just an industry dispute.
• Journey with Mike to the Far East, where mysteries surround China's defense minister and alarms sound over Kim Jong Un's Russian rendezvous.
• The Department of Homeland Security announces a record-breaking intervention, stopping 160 individuals on the terror watchlist from illegally entering the US.
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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, each morning at 6am 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 beginning September 5th.