13 DEC 2024: Headline Brief: Domestic News (Drones, Pardons, J6 Report, China) // International News (Peace in Gaza, Syria Radicals, Ukraine Drones, Powerless in Europe)

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's biggest stories shaping America and the world. In today's episode, we cover: Mystery Drones Over New Jersey: Law enforcement tracks unauthorized drones to an offshore origin, sparking theories of involvement by Iran or China. Despite federal agencies downplaying the threat, questions remain about gaps in U.S. counter-drone capabilities. Biden's Mass Pardons: President Biden grants clemency to over 1,500 individuals, including a controversial swap with China involving convicted spies. We analyze the political fallout and implications for the Biden family. January 6th Report: The DOJ Inspector General reveals 26 FBI informants were present at the Capitol on January 6th, with four entering restricted areas. We break down the report's findings and the criticisms it faces. Media Meltdown: Left-leaning outlets like MSNBC and CNN suffer massive ratings drops post-election, while Fox News soars. We discuss what this shift means for the media landscape. Trump's Inauguration Invite to Xi: Donald Trump invites China's President Xi Jinping to his inauguration, signaling a potential thaw or strategic play in U.S.-China relations. Gaza Ceasefire Developments: Hamas makes critical concessions as Israel's military pressure intensifies, bringing a potential ceasefire closer than ever. European Energy Crisis: Germany and the UK face winter blackouts as wind power falters, exposing the flaws of green energy policies and the need for reliable power sources. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32