Mike Baker sits down with Jillian Michaels on her podcast Keeping It Real. A wide range of topics were discussed including everyone's favorite topic - Jeffrey Epstein. How did he acquire so much influence power over our elected leaders? Who were his connections? And what was his real relationships like with the global elite? All that and more on this special edition of The President's Daily Brief.

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In this episode of The PDB Situation Report:

Japan’s largest military buildup since World War Two is now underway. New reporting reveals a sweeping expansion of missile sites, radar systems, and a major United States–Japan F-35 base across strategic islands near Taiwan. Retired Rear Admiral Mark Montgomery joins us to break down what’s happening and why it matters.

Iran’s students are stepping into a dangerous spotlight as unrest builds across the country. Iranian-American scholar and human rights advocate Dr. Ramesh Sepehrrad joins us with insight into what this moment means for Iran’s future—and the risks these young protesters are facing.

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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:

First up— as pressure mounts on Kyiv to make concessions, Ukraine answers with force. Hundreds of drones slam into Russia in the largest attack of the war, striking targets from Moscow to the Caspian Sea and hitting a critical offshore oil platform deep inside Russia’s energy heartland.

Later in the show— new details emerge on the dramatic U.S. seizure of a tanker off the coast of Venezuela, as reporting indicates the Trump administration is preparing additional actions to crack down on the illicit oil trade moving through the Caribbean.

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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:

Ukraine steps up its campaign against Russia’s shadow fleet as a new naval-drone strike damages another tanker and deepens the financial pressure on Moscow’s wartime oil revenues.

A dramatic, clandestine rescue at sea: how a private American team spent 15 hours getting Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado out of the country and safely en route to accept the Nobel Peace Prize.

NATO’s chief issues a stark warning, urging member states to prepare for the possibility that Russia could target the alliance within five years.

And in today’s Back of the Brief — U.S. bombers and Japanese fighter jets fly a show-of-force mission over the Sea of Japan after China and Russia conduct joint drills in the region.

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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:

We take a closer look at the dramatic U.S. seizure of a Venezuelan oil tanker and examine the legal authority behind the raid. Venezuela is calling it piracy, while the U.S. insists the case is clear-cut. We’ll explain what the law actually says.

Later in the show, several major U.S. chipmakers — including Intel and AMD — are facing lawsuits accusing them of failing to prevent their technology from ending up in Russian missiles and drones used in Ukraine. We’ll break down the allegations.

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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:

New reporting reveals that the Trump administration has been quietly preparing for the possibility of Nicolás Maduro’s fall in Venezuela, developing day-after plans as U.S. military pressure increases.

Ukraine signals potential movement toward a negotiated end to the war, with President Zelensky finalizing a new peace proposal for Washington as the White House ramps up its push for diplomacy.

Fighting between Thailand and Cambodia intensifies, and President Trump prepares to intervene to stabilize the fragile ceasefire he brokered earlier this year.

And in today’s Back of the Brief — closing arguments begin in the corruption and foreign-agent trial of former New York gubernatorial aide Linda Sun, accused of taking kickbacks and passing information to China during the pandemic.

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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:

Bombshell reporting reveals that Russia’s hybrid war nearly reached the United States. European intelligence now says a Moscow-directed sabotage network was preparing to attack U.S.-bound aircraft — a chilling escalation in Russia’s covert campaign across Europe.

Later in the show — a surprising statement from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy. He now says he’s prepared to hold elections within three months if the United States and its allies are willing to help secure the vote.

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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:

A major military buildup is underway as Japan races to construct a “missile archipelago” designed to counter China’s expanding power near Taiwan.

South Korea scrambles fighter jets after Chinese and Russian warplanes enter its air-defense zone, underscoring tighter coordination between Beijing and Moscow.

New reporting claims Israeli operatives conducted both open and covert surveillance on U.S. and partner officials at a joint base involved in Gaza planning.

And in today’s Back of the Brief — UAE-backed separatists tighten their grip on southern Yemen, threatening to split the already troubled country.

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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:

First up — Russia is running one of its largest spy networks just across our southern border, and new reporting says Mexico has done almost nothing to stop it. We’ll explain how Moscow expanded its intelligence presence right next door.

Later in the show — Ukraine is crafting a new peace plan for Washington, with President Zelensky insisting he cannot surrender land to Russia. We’ll outline what Kyiv is preparing and why it matters now.

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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:

China issues its most alarming threat in years, releasing a video that depicts nuclear missiles raining down on Japan. We break down the message, the timing, and why this moment matters.

A leading Venezuelan opposition figure dies inside the regime’s most notorious prison, prompting fresh accusations against Nicolás Maduro.

A deadly car bomb explodes outside a police station in Michoacán, killing five in a region long scarred by cartel violence.

And in today’s Back of the Brief— a troubling development at Chernobyl, where international inspectors say the site’s protective shield can no longer fully contain radiation after a drone strike.

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