The Bret Baier Podcast

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An Exclusive Interview With Senator Bernie Sanders May 08, 2025

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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

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All-Star Panel: The U.S. & Canada Clear the Air May 06, 2025

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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.

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An Exclusive Interview with Vice President JD Vance May 01, 2025

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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.

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All-Star Panel: Passing the 100-Day Milestone Apr 29, 2025

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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.

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Analyzing Tariff Impacts Domestically And Overseas Apr 24, 2025

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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.

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All-Star Panel: It's Time for Trade Talks Apr 22, 2025

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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.

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A Conversation With DHS Secretary Kristi Noem & HUD Secretary Scott Turner Apr 17, 2025

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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.

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All Star Panel: Constitutional Concerns Over Deportation Proposals Apr 15, 2025

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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.

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Common Ground: The Future of College Sports In The NIL Era Apr 10, 2025

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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.

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All-Star Panel: Tariff Turmoil, Wall Street Jitters & Trump’s Trade Gambit Apr 08, 2025

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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.

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