The Bret Baier Podcast

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All-Star Panel: Republicans Prepare To Take The Debate Stage Aug 08, 2023

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With just weeks until the first Republican Presidential Debate hosted by FOX News in Milwaukee, Republican candidates ready themselves for a stage that may or may not have the frontrunner and former President Donald Trump on it.

USA Today Washington Bureau Chief Susan Page, Chief Speech Writer for President George W. Bush and member of the Wall Street Journal Editorial Board William McGurn, and FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram join to discuss the implications of President Trump's third indictment, and how Republican candidates can capitalize on voter issues during the first debate in Milwaukee.

Then, they talk about how the House Oversight Committee's Hunter Biden investigation could impact President Biden's re-election bid, and how the economy may end up being a non-factor in 2024.

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One On One: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Aug 03, 2023

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With just weeks to go until the first 2023 Republican Presidential debate, hosted by FOX News, many candidates are looking to carve a path to the White House, as former President Trump continues to lead in the polls.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis joins, as he discusses his 2024 presidential campaign, and why he believes he is the candidate for the job when it comes to unseating President Biden.

Later, Governor DeSantis addresses attacks that have been made against him by former President Trump and talks about the issues he believes must be addressed by the next President of the United States.

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All-Star Panel: Legal Troubles Mount In The 2024 Campaign Aug 01, 2023

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Former Hunter Biden business associate Devon Archer testified in a closed-door hearing before the House Oversight Committee, revealing that Hunter put his father, then Vice President Joe Biden, on dozens of his overseas business calls.

Chief Political Correspondent for The Washington Examiner Byron York, FOX News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams, and FOX News Audio Political Anchor and Washington Correspondent Jared Halpern, join to discuss what came out of Archer's testimony, and what to expect from the Oversight Committee moving forward.

Later, they weigh in on how potential indictments for former President Trump could impact the election, and talk about Florida Governor Ron DeSantis' campaign and what a Republican field could look like without the former president.

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Common Ground: China's Influence Spreads To Latin America Jul 27, 2023

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Congress has set its eyes on China as the Chinese Communist Party continues to extend its influence throughout Latin America. Congressman August Pfluger (R-TX-11) and Congressman Wiley Nickel (D-NC-13) join to discuss their recent trip to the region and share their thoughts on the immigration crisis, and fentanyl trafficking.

Later, they talk about China's investments in places like Brazil and Chile, and what the United States must do to protect democracy in South America.

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All-Star Panel: House Oversight Committee Sets Eyes On Hunter Biden Jul 25, 2023

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The House Oversight Committee led by Congressman James Comer (R-KY-1) has subpoenaed Biden business associate Devon Archer as the latest witness in their investigation into Hunter Biden's foreign business dealings.

Founding Editor of The Washington Free Beacon and AEI Resident Fellow Matthew Continetti, Democratic Strategist and Co-Host of The Five Jessica Tarlov, and FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram join to discuss the growing interest in the Hunter Biden investigation, and preview what could come from the testimony of Devon Archer.

Later, they discuss how investigations into the Biden family could impact President Biden's re-election campaign and weigh in on Florida Governor Ron DeSantis firing more than a third of his campaign staff. Plus, Chad breaks down what Congress needs to get passed before and after the August recess.

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Common Ground: Protecting American Businesses On The World's Stage Jul 20, 2023

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Senator Chris Coons (D-DE) and Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) join to discuss the PROVE IT Act, which seeks to promote business by examining how green energy initiatives may be harming the competitiveness of American companies globally.

Later, the Senators talk about the bi-partisan support for Ukraine, and what the United States needs to do to secure critical minerals, as China extends its influence into developing African nations.

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All-Star Panel: A Third Indictment Looms For Former President Trump Jul 18, 2023

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Former President Trump and his legal team were informed that he is the target of a federal legal probe into his alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 Presidential Election. FOX News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams, FOX News Contributor and Host of The Ben Domenech Podcast,Ben Domenech, and FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram sit down to discuss how the potential third indictment impacts former President Trump's current campaign.

Later, the panel compares how former President Trump's legal issues measure up to the Hunter Biden investigation, how a third indictment of President Trump influences America's trust in the government, and they touch upon President Biden's new student loan forgiveness plan.

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Common Ground: The Growing Threat Of Iran Jul 13, 2023

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Congressman Mike Lawler (R-NY-17) and Congressman Jared Moskowitz (D-FL-23) join to discuss the bi-partisan SHIP Act, and how the legislation seeks to sanction companies and nations that import or export Iranian petroleum.

The Congressmen talk about how this bill could weaken the alliance between Iran, Russia, and China, the efforts of the United States to sanction Russia, and the dangers of China expanding its influence into Africa.

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All-Star Panel: The NATO Summit & Congress' Big Week Back Jul 11, 2023

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President Biden finds himself in Vilnius, Lithuania this week, as NATO meets to discuss ongoing goals, and weigh further action and support for Ukraine in its fight against Russia. While the President is overseas, Congress is back in session holding high-profile hearings throughout the week.

FOX News Contributor & Democratic Strategist Leslie Marshall, Former Chief Speechwriter for President George W. Bush and member of the Wall Street Journal editorial board Bill McGurn, and FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent, Chad Pergram join to discuss the LIV-PGA Golf merger, the decision to send cluster munitions to Ukraine and look ahead at what Congress will tackle throughout the Summer.

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Common Ground: The Congressional Push To Regulate Artificial Intelligence Jul 06, 2023

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As Artificial Intelligence programs like ChatGPT move into mainstream use, Congress has held multiple hearings investigating the dangers that the technology may pose. Congressman Ted Lieu (D-CA-36) and Congressman Ken Buck (R-CO-4) join to discuss the concerns A.I. has caused, and what Congress is doing to promote innovation and safety in the industry.

The Congressmen explain the goal of their bipartisan National A.I. Commission Bill, the regulation that it could bring to the A.I. sector and discuss how the technology can be used to assist the military.

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