The Bret Baier Podcast

Chinese President Xi Jinping has landed in Washington, D.C., for a high-stakes summit with President Trump, as the U.S. and China navigate a vital moment with lots to discuss across trade, security, and technology.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent discusses the newly announced two-month extension of the Busan Agreement, the administration’s strategy for handling Iran amidst rising gas prices, and new efforts to manage AI risks. Secretary Bessent also shares the key economic indicators American voters should be watching closely ahead of November.

This originally aired on Special Report Wednesday, September 23rd, 2026.

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President Trump defended American power at the United Nations General Assembly while issuing stark warnings regarding the ongoing war with Iran. Meanwhile, the White House prepares to host Chinese President Xi Jinping for a high-stakes summit centered on trade, artificial intelligence, and global stability.

Fox News contributor Marie Harf, chief political correspondent for the Washington Examiner Byron York, and Fox Business White House Correspondent Edward Lawrence analyze President Trump's UN speech, the geopolitical implications of the U.S.-China summit, and how rising gas prices and AI concerns could impact the upcoming midterm elections.

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As artificial intelligence rapidly advances, lawmakers are facing growing pressure from the public and tech leaders to establish clear guardrails while maintaining American competitiveness. Congresswoman Lori Trahan (D-MA) and Congressman Jay Obernolte (R-CA) discuss their bipartisan FRONTIER Act.

The Act addresses concerns about development risks, global competition with China, and the misuse of the technology. They explore how the federal government can balance strict safety standards with fostering innovation for AI's immense benefits.

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With under 50 days until the midterm elections, President Trump faces a complex balancing act, dismissing tech executives' safety warnings on AI while preparing for a high-stakes meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Meanwhile, scrutiny mounts over a Russian oligarch bankrolling Donald Trump Jr.’s wedding, and escalating Houthi rebel attacks on Saudi Arabia increase disruption of global oil supplies.
Fox News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams, Wall Street Journal editorial board member Bill McGurn, and Fox News Audio White House Reporter Jared Halpern unpack these economic, political, and national security challenges heading into the midterms.

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In just a handful of years, artificial intelligence has evolved from the realm of science fiction into an everyday reality. Now, one of the researchers who helped build this technology is sounding the alarm, warning that rapid AI advancement could pose an existential threat to humanity within the next decade.

Former OpenAI and Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon joins Bret to discuss why he decided to leave two of the world's leading AI companies, the growing risks of the industry's race toward superintelligence, and what must be done to safeguard this new technology before it's too late.

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As President Trump commemorates the 25th anniversary of the

USA Today Washington Bureau Chief Susan Page, Former Deputy Chief of Staff for President George W. Bush Karl Rove, and FOX News Correspondent Lucas Tomlinson join Bret to unpack the GOP’s midterm campaign strategy and explain why some Republicans are opting to

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A bipartisan effort is taking shape in Congress to protect houses of worship from targeted disruptions. Congressman Tom Suozzi (D-NY) and Congressman Brad Knott (R-NC) discuss their co-sponsored legislation, the Right to Worship Act.

They describe how the bill creates a 100-foot protest-free buffer zone around religious services, safeguards First Amendment rights while stopping substantial disruptions, and brings together a diverse coalition of faith groups.

This originally aired on Special Report Wednesday, September 2nd, 2026.

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President Trump has launched heavy retaliatory strikes against Iranian military targets near the Strait of Hormuz, escalating the ongoing conflict. Meanwhile, lawmakers passed an interim spending bill to avoid a fall government shutdown while Republicans push votes to force Democrats on the record over progressive policies ahead of November.
Democratic strategist and FOX News contributor Richard Fowler, Republican strategist and co-founder of South and Hill Strategies Colin Reed, and FOX News Chief Congressional correspondent Chad Pergram discuss key Senate races, the GOP's upcoming midterm convention, and how global strategy and kitchen-table issues will shape control of Congress.

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With less than 70 days until the midterm elections and control of Congress at stake, shifting power rankings are turning once-safe seats into high-stakes toss-ups. Republican Media Consultant Alex Castellanos and Democratic Strategist Matt Bennett debate whether a rising wave of Democratic Socialism will energize conservative voters or if backlash against President Trump will tip the balance to Democrats. 

They also analyze pivotal Senate matchups across the country, examining how primary battles and controversial candidates in states like Texas, Michigan, and Massachusetts could redefine the political landscape. 

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As Iran’s currency reaches a record low, the U.S. is adding further pressure with a new wave of sanctions, dubbed “Operation Economic Outcast.” Meanwhile, the Trump Administration secures a major Supreme Court win over mail-in ballots. 

Opinion Editor of ‘The Daily Wire’ Ben Domenech, Former State Dept

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