The Bret Baier Podcast

Last week, Bret sat down with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for an in-depth assessment of the current state of the war in Ukraine.

In the conversation, President Zelenskyy opens up about what "winning" looks like on the ground, the rapid rise of military tech partnerships with the U.S., and why Ukraine urgently needs a "winter package" of anti-ballistic defenses. He highlights his concerns about Russia's involvement in Iran's attacks on Middle Eastern countries and its impact on U.S. support for Ukraine. 

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As the Senate votes to pass a bipartisan sanctions bill aimed at cutting off the funding driving Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Senator Katie Britt (R-AL) and Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) examine how the bill targets Russia's shadow fleet. 

They also discuss primary energy buyers like China, the lasting foreign policy legacy of the late Senator Lindsey Graham, and how bipartisan cooperation remains essential to maintaining American strength abroad.

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As foreign leaders criticize the Trump administration’s latest wave of tariffs targeting 60 economies, questions remain over their economic impact and potential pushback on Capitol Hill. U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer explains how Section 301 authority is being used to combat forced labor practices, level the playing field for American workers, and navigate USMCA talks with Mexico. 

Plus, Ambassador Greer weighs in on the Federal Reserve's upcoming rate decision, manufacturing job trends, and what new trade investigations could mean for future tariffs.

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After U.S. forces launched more strikes against Iranian targets, rising gas prices and weapon shortages spark bipartisan alarm.

Fox News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams, Fox News Contributor Jason Riley, and Axios Political Reporter Stef Kight dissect Capitol Hill's growing uneasiness over the military action, the $40 billion cost of it, and whether economic pressure or full military escalation will break the stalemate over Iran's nuclear program. They also discuss President Trump’s threat to begin targeting Iran's infrastructure, including bridges and power plants.

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As President Trump meets with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun at the White House to discuss de-escalation, the administration continues to weigh strikes deeper inside Iran following the deaths of three U.S. service members. Meanwhile, new Fox News Power Rankings indicate a razor-thin battle for control of Congress, with the fight for the Senate coming down to just four toss-up states.

Former Tennessee Congressman and co-host of The Five Harold Ford Jr., former speechwriter for George W. Bush and AEI resident fellow Marc Thiessen, and FOX News Chief Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram join Bret to discuss how for...

As the U.S. intensifies its air campaign against Iran following the collapse of the recent ceasefire, President Trump has issued a stark new ultimatum: “We’re gonna knock out all their power plants, we're gonna knock out all their bridges, unless they get to the table and negotiate.”

FOX’s Chief Foreign Correspondent Trey Yingst sat down with President Trump earlier this week to discuss the escalating conflict, from the intelligence that triggered the initial intervention and his renewed threats on energy infrastructure to the looming possibility of a ground campaign in the near future.

Following the sudden passing of Senator Lindsey Graham, a high-stakes scramble has begun for his South Carolina seat—and the battle for President Trump’s endorsement is already heating up.

Former Obama State Department Spokesperson Marie Harf, Former South Carolina Congressman and FOX News Contributor Trey Gowdy, and FOX News Chief Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram join Bret to unpack what the loss of Lindsey Graham means for the future of the Senate, how the Middle East crisis impacts U.S. strategy, and where the GOP stands ahead of this year's midterms.

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Despite a promising few initial weeks, the Iran ceasefire appears to have totally collapsed following Iranian airstrikes on a U.S. aircraft carrier. With hostilities resuming, the conflict appears poised for escalation, with President Trump even musing about potential military action on Kharg Island.

FOX News Political Analyst Guy Benson, FOX News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams, and Axios Political Reporter Stef Kight join to discuss the consequences of the Iran ceasefire’s collapse, both in the Middle East and back here at home. They also take a look at President Trump’s new manufacturing agreement with Ukraine...

As the conflict in Iran winds down, President Trump travels to Turkey for a NATO Summit, while back home, the Democratic Party’s push to regain a Senate majority faces a significant hurdle following sexual assault allegations against Maine Senate nominee Graham Platner.

FOX News political analyst Guy Benson, USA Today Washington Bureau Chief Susan Page, and Wall Street Journal White House Reporter Philip Wegmann join Bret to discuss the shifting political landscape. They examine the fallout from the Iran conflict, the opening hours of the “Trump Accounts,” and what this latest scandal means for the Democrats' Senate aspi...

President Trump’s criticism of NATO predates his presidency, but recent U.S. military operations in Iran have tested the alliance like never before. Amid the growing tension, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has managed to maintain a remarkably cordial relationship with the president, and he sat down with Bret last week to discuss the delicate balancing act of navigating Washington's demands while keeping the rest of the alliance unified. Later, the Secretary General also weighs in on the latest breakthrough in Iran negotiations and the critical state of the Russia-Ukraine war.

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With America’s 250th birthday just over the horizon, Bret set out to explore why the nation’s core values are still worth defending. In his latest book, ‘The Case for America,’ he spoke with historians, commentators, and business leaders across the country to find out.

This special "best of" episode revisits the perspectives of three of those individuals: UNITE Founder and Special Olympics Chairman Tim Shriver, Harvard professor and bestselling author Arthur Brooks, and former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice – who each make their own powerful argument on behalf of our nation.

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It can be easy to take our national parks for granted, but behind their natural beauty, there lies generations of leaders who have fought tooth and nail to preserve them. Those efforts are still ongoing today.

Congressmen Bruce Westerman (R-AR) and Jared Huffman (D-CA) sat down with Bret to discuss their bipartisan bill aimed at protecting our public lands - the Great American Outdoors Act 250 - and explain why they believe our national parks are still worth protecting today. The two also weigh in on the rise of the democratic socialist movement and how they plan to work...

Though Vice President Vance appeared optimistic while departing Switzerland, the Iranians are issuing conflicting reports over what was actually agreed upon. Back home, primary election night in New York reflects a nationwide trend: a growing coalition of Democratic Socialists.

Democratic Pollster and CEO of Schoen-Cooperman Research Carly Cooperman, former Deputy Chief of Staff to President George W. Bush Karl Rove, and FOX News Chief Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram  join Bret to clarify the confusion over the Iran negotiations and forecast how the conflict, along with the Democratic party’s drift towards socialism, will factor into this year’s mid...

With a preliminary agreement to end the Iran conflict now in place, the U.S. is on track to return to a pre-war economy - but not everyone in Washington is celebrating. Senate Majority Leader John Thune sat down with Bret to explain the GOP’s opposition to President Trump’s Iran deal, and what it means as negotiations enter the final stage.

Senator Thune also weighs in on the President’s push to attach the SAVE Act to FISA, the unfolding drama over the President’s DNI nominee, and the GOP's chances of holding the Senate majority...

A deal has been reached to end the Iran conflict, though what it entails remains unclear. Meanwhile at home, the Democratic party continues its drift towards Democratic Socialism, as funding for a key government surveillance program fails to secure support from Congress.

FOX News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams, Host of ‘The Big Ben Show,’ Ben Domenech, and FOX News Washington Correspondent Mark Meredith join Bret to discuss the pros and cons of what we know about the Iran deal so far, also weighing in on FISA’s expiration and the normalization of an ideology once considered too ex...

According to a new UN report, AI is expected to consume roughly 3% of the world’s electricity over the next four years. While a major point of concern for everyday consumers, it’s also an unprecedented opportunity for the energy sector. 

Last week, Bret spoke with four industry leaders to discuss how they are tackling this surge in demand: Commonwealth Fusion Systems’ Chief Science Officer Brandon Sorbom, NScale’s President EMEA Philippe Sachs, EcoDataCenter’s Chief External Relations & Sustainability Officer John Wernvik, and Exelon CEO Calvin G. Butler. Each one shares their unique approach to powering the future of AI, w...

As the nation’s 250th anniversary approaches, Bret’s latest book, The Case for America, explores our core values through the eyes of top historians and leaders.

In this episode, Special Olympics Chairman and Founder of UNITE, Tim Shriver, joins Bret to address one of our nation’s most pressing issues: the loss of dignity in the conversations that matter most. Tim shares his efforts to restore productive dialogue between those of opposing values, how he deals with political division within his own family, and makes his own personal case for America.   

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Establishing term limits on congressional seats isn’t a new idea, but that hasn’t stopped another bipartisan effort to do just that from gaining traction. In this Common Ground segment, Florida Republican Governor Ron DeSantis and former Democratic Maryland Representative David Trone joined Bret to discuss their plan to establish congressional term limits, responding to concerns about the proposal and explaining how they plan to succeed, despite numerous past attempts to do so failing.

This episode first aired on November 20th, 2025.

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As the nation’s 250th anniversary approaches, Bret’s latest book, The Case for America, explores our core values through the eyes of top historians and leaders.

In this episode, FOX News Chief Political Analyst Brit Hume joins Bret to discuss his own experience living the American dream throughout his six decades in journalism, how American values have evolved over time, and share his personal case for America.

Be sure to pick up a copy of The Case for America, available now at all major retailers. 

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As the nation’s 250th anniversary approaches, Bret’s latest book, The Case for America, explores our core values through the eyes of top historians and leaders.

In this episode, FOX News Contributor and Host of ‘The Hugh Hewitt Show,’ Hugh Hewitt joins Bret to share his thoughts on our nation’s biggest accomplishments so far, as well as the biggest challenges we have yet to overcome. Hugh also weighs in on America’s relationship with faith, which figure best embodies American values, and what can be done to revitalize friendships across political divides. 

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The Strait of Hormuz remains shuttered, and the economic fallout of the 90-day Iran conflict is officially arriving on U.S. shores. With the midterm elections looming, the "wartime economy" has shifted from a theoretical threat to a primary reality.

Former Deputy Chief of Staff to George W. Bush Karl Rove, FOX News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams, and FOX News Senior White House Correspondent Peter Doocy join Bret to analyze the current state of negotiations and what the war’s economic effects mean for the looming midterm elections.

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With the cost-of-living rising, a new bipartisan effort is aiming for the housing crisis. The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act passed the House this week with overwhelming support. Congressmen French Hill (R-AR) and Emanuel Cleaver (D-MO) joined Bret to discuss how this legislation intends to lower the barrier to entry for first-time homebuyers across the nation.

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Fresh off a critical summit in Beijing, President Donald J. Trump sits down with Bret Baier for an exclusive, wide-ranging interview.  

As a massive political battle brews back home over rising energy costs and a high-stakes redistricting fight ahead of the midterms, President Trump sets the record straight on the future of Taiwan, A.I. supremacy, and trade with America's fiercest rival. Plus, the President pulls back the curtain on the current state of the Iran conflict and CIA Director John Ratcliffe’s clandestine meeting with Cuban officials.

This interview was recorded Friday, 05/15/26.

As trade tensions simmer and inflationary pressures reshape the global economy, President Trump has arrived in Beijing for a high-stakes summit with President Xi Jinping. With American interests hanging in the balance, understanding the internal calculus of the CCP is more critical than ever.

One individual deeply familiar with China’s decision-making process is former People's Liberation Army Colonel and Senior Fellow at the Center for International Security and Strategy, Zhou Bo. He spoke to Bret to share the Chinese perspective on critical issues like the Iran war and Taiwanese independence, as well as where he sees U.S...

Outside of China, few understand the inner workings of the CCP better than former Australian Prime Minister, Global President of the Asia Society in New York, and Author of On Xi Jinping, Kevin Rudd. 

With President Trump’s trip to China fast approaching, he joined Bret to dissect the primary objectives of this month’s summit, the tenuous politics of Taiwan and the Strait of Hormuz, and what a “win” for the U.S. would look like when talks conclude.

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As Iran continues to impede transit through the Strait of Hormuz, when does the time come for the United Nations to step up? U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, Mike Waltz, sat down with Bret to discuss the international community’s role in the conflict and how Iran will play into President Trump’s upcoming negotiations with China.

This interview first aired on Wednesday, 05/06, on Special Report.

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In a nation increasingly defined by its political divisions, what is it that still holds America together? That is the question Bret set out to answer in his latest book, The Case for America: An Argument on Behalf of Our Nation.

Host of ‘Making Money with Charles Payne,’ Charles Payne, and Host of ‘The Story,’ Martha MacCallum join Bret to weigh in on the top news stories of the day, and share their own personal cases for America.

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Despite gas prices hitting a four-year high amid conflict in Iran, GM CEO Mary Barra is staying the course. She joined Bret on Wednesday to discuss navigating economic volatility, a cooling EV market, and the rising competitive threat from China.

This interview first aired on Wednesday, 04/29, on Special Report.

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As the nation’s 250th anniversary approaches, Bret Baier’s upcoming book, The Case for America, explores our core values through the eyes of top historians and leaders.

In this episode, AOL Co-Founder Steve Case joins Bret to discuss his role in the internet revolution, insights from venture capital, and his personal "case for America."

The Case for America hits shelves May 5th, 2026.

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In the Information Age, democracy faces an emerging threat in the form of political polarization. Fortunately, it is not without a solution. Chairman of Special Olympics International and Founder of UNITE, Tim Shriver, sat down with Bret to go over his efforts to turn down the temperature of American politics through the creation of the “Dignity Barometer,” an eight-point scale that aims to help Americans of opposing views work together to solve their problems by giving them an objective way to measure the “dignity” of political rhetoric.

This interview first aired on Tuesday, 04/21, on Special Report.

As America’s 250th anniversary approaches, many of its core values are on trial, but they don’t have to be. Bret’s upcoming book, The Case for America features historians, commentators, and business leaders from across the nation who share their perspectives on what makes our nation great.

In this interview, Harvard Professor & Bestselling Author Arthur Brooks joined Bret to share his perspective on our nation’s history, how to solve our political divisions and answer one simple question: “What is the case for America?” 

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While rising gas prices fueled by the Iran conflict have heightened economic anxiety, Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan remains optimistic. In a recent interview with Bret, Moynihan provided a high-level analysis of current market stressors and explained his confidence in the U.S. economy. Additionally, he discussed his philanthropic initiatives ahead of the nation's 250th anniversary, including preserving presidential history and expanding youth access to golf.

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As U.S.-Iran talks stall and President Trump initiates a naval blockade, Congress returns to a record DHS shutdown and two scandal-ridden resignations.

Former Biden White House Press Office Chief of Staff Yemisi Egbewole, former Deputy Chief of Staff to President George W. Bush Karl Rove, and FOX News Chief Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram join to analyze the escalating conflict and the post-recess congressional agenda.

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Just days after the U.S. sent a delegation to Pakistan for peace talks with Iran, President Trump has ordered a full naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, leaving the future of negotiations uncertain.

Vice President JD Vance joined Bret on Monday to share what happened in the days between his departure and today’s blockade, explaining whether any progress was made, and what the next steps may look like. 

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Amid the longest funding lapse in the history of the U.S. Government, the Department of Homeland Security has seen a change in leadership, but before former Oklahoma Senator Markwayne Mullin can fully take charge of the department, he first needs to convince Democrats to restore its funding.

Newly appointed Secretary of Homeland Security Markwayne Mullin sat down with Bret on Monday to discuss his approach to leading the embattled department, clearing the air on his stance towards sanctuary cities and ICE reforms, how his approach will differ from his predecessor, and sharing what he feels are...

With the 8:00 PM, April 7th, deadline just two hours away, Iran faces imminent strikes on its infrastructure unless it reopens the Strait of Hormuz.

Former Tennessee Congressman, Harold Ford Jr., Former South Carolina Congressman and Host of ‘The Trey Gowdy Podcast’, Trey Gowdy, and FOX News Correspondent Mark Meredith discuss the ultimatum’s economic implications and share their predictions for what comes next.

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As Operation Epic Fury enters its second month, U.S leadership has begun exploring avenues to withdraw from the region – and one country has already offered to help. Pakistan’s ambassador to the U.S., Rizwan Saeed Sheikh, sat down with Bret on Monday to discuss the role Pakistan hopes to play in bringing the U.S-Iran conflict to an end.  Later, Ambassador Sheikh helps unpack the current state of the war between his homeland and Afghanistan.

This interview first aired Monday, 03/30/2026 on Special Report.

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As the first month of Operation Epic Fury concludes, the conflict has put the spotlight on Iran’s secret weapon: control of the Strait of Hormuz. 

Executive Director of Serve America PAC Marie Harf, Co-Founder of South and Hill Strategies Colin Reed, and FOX News Senior Correspondent Benjamin Hall join to share their perspectives on the Iran conflict, explaining the pros and cons of Operation Epic Fury, its wildly different perception among Republicans and Democrats, and how it has impacted both global markets and diplomatic relations.

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As midterms approach, House Speaker Mike Johnson joined Bret to discuss a GOP leadership facing Senate gridlock over Voter ID and a global economy reeling from shipping route closures.

In this interview, Johnson explains the Democratic opposition to the SAVE Act and the path forward for DHS funding. He also weighs in on the Iran conflict's economic fallout, the possibility of "boots on the ground," and his confidence in holding the House majority.

This interview first aired Thursday, 3/26/26, on Special Report.

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As America’s 250th anniversary approaches, many of its core values are on trial, but they don’t have to be. Bret’s upcoming book, ‘The Case for America,’ features historians, commentators, and business leaders from across the nation who share their perspectives on what makes our nation great. In this episode, David Rubenstein, Co-Founder of one of America’s leading private equity firms, joins Bret to answer the question: “What is the case for America?”

‘The Case for America’ will be available at all major retailers on May 6th.

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