The Wright Report

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) This special holiday edition of The Wright Report features unscripted answers to listener-submitted questions on the issues shaping America and the world. Bryan begins with Venezuela, explaining how US actions in the Caribbean target drug trafficking, pressure regime change in Caracas and Havana, and aim to push Chinese, Russian, and Iranian influence out of the Western Hemisphere, while also signaling American resolve on the global stage. The episode then turns to immigration and national identity. Drawing on listener prompts, Bryan challenges the claim that American identity is defined only by shared ideals, arguing that the Founders clearly distinguished between legal rights and cultural assimilation. He addresses mass migration, cartel recruitment of teenagers inside the US, the limits of compassion in border policy, and why fear and uncertainty among migrants may be unavoidable if citizens are to be protected. The episode closes with Bryan's reflections on intelligence work and the CIA, including what real espionage looks like, how it shapes morality, and what sustains character under pressure. He also responds to questions about faith, leadership, and unexplained phenomena, offering a candid and reflective holiday conversation driven by the audience's curiosity. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32 Keywords: Wright Report holiday episode, listener submitted questions, Venezuela oil blockade, regime change Caribbean, immigration identity debate, what is an American, assimilation vs ideals, cartel recruitment teenagers, border security policy, CIA reflections, intelligence ethics, faith and leadership

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) A landmark legal ruling closes the week as a Wisconsin judge is found guilty of obstructing federal immigration agents, becoming the first state judge convicted for blocking an ICE arrest. Meanwhile, the man behind the Brown University shooting is identified after killing himself during a police standoff, with authorities confirming he was also responsible for the murder of an MIT professor. The case raises new questions about migrant crime, visa pathways, and possible foreign intelligence angles tied to nuclear research. The White House signals a tougher stance on immigration enforcement, moving to sharply increase denaturalization cases while warning that current citizenship laws are being exploited. President Trump also advances plans to reclassify marijuana to encourage research, finalizes a deal forcing TikTok's Chinese owner to sell most of its US stake, and prepares to decide whether Chinese drone maker DJI poses a national security threat. Abroad, Venezuela deploys naval escorts to protect oil shipments amid a US blockade, raising the risk of direct confrontation. Trump's Gaza peace plan stalls as Israel continues targeting Hamas leaders, even as another US-backed peace deal between Armenia and Azerbaijan quietly holds. The episode closes with Bryan previewing a special unscripted, listener-driven series for Christmas week. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32 Keywords: Wisconsin judge guilty obstruction ICE, Brown University shooter identified, MIT professor killing, migrant crime visas, denaturalization push, marijuana reclassification, TikTok ByteDance sale, DJI national security review, Venezuela oil blockade, Gaza peace plan, Armenia Azerbaijan agreement, Wright Report listener Q&A

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino announces his departure, leaving behind unresolved questions around major crime and national security cases. Scrutiny intensifies over the still-unsolved shooting at Brown University, as investigators face criticism for missteps, missing evidence, and unanswered questions about motive. A separate killing of an MIT professor raises speculation about possible foreign intelligence interests, while Rep. Ilhan Omar faces renewed investigation over alleged immigration fraud tied to marriage and citizenship laws. The episode turns to broader concerns about the rule of law, including revelations that wealthy Chinese nationals are exploiting birthright citizenship through surrogacy arrangements in the US. Bryan examines growing voter frustration over congressional inaction, the Senate filibuster, and whether the system can still respond to what many see as national security threats. He also reflects on President Trump's controversial remarks following the murder of filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife, arguing that both moral clarity and compassion can coexist. Abroad, Australia grapples with deep divisions after Muslim communities condemn the man who stopped an ISIS attacker from killing more Jews. In Ukraine, Congress approves another 800 million dollars in defense funding amid corruption concerns, even as drone warfare rewrites the future of naval combat. Germany and France discuss deploying troops to Ukraine despite limited readiness. The episode closes with positive developments, including a major aluminum investment in Oklahoma and new research from Japan showing that short bursts of exercise and recess dramatically improve children's cognitive development. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32 Keywords: Dan Bongino resignation, Brown University shooting, MIT professor killing, Ilhan Omar immigration fraud, birthright citizenship surrogacy, Chinese nationals US citizenship, Rob Reiner murder, Australia ISIS attack reactions, Ukraine military aid corruption, drone warfare submarine strike, Germany France troops Ukraine, Oklahoma aluminum smelter, child development exercise research

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) President Trump prepares to address the nation tonight, fueling speculation about what he may announce. Bryan walks through the most likely possibilities, from the economy and falling inflation to explosive new revelations showing the Biden DOJ pushed ahead with the Mar-a-Lago raid despite FBI warnings that no probable cause existed. Trump may also signal major changes on marijuana policy or escalate pressure on Venezuela, as the White House orders a blockade of oil tankers that could trigger cascading unrest in Caracas and Havana. Abroad, China hardens its grip on the Panama Canal by blocking US-led efforts to reclaim port operations, raising the stakes for American naval access. Trump counters Beijing's influence by naming Peru a major non-NATO ally, part of a broader strategy to lock down South America's Pacific coast alongside new conservative governments in Chile and Ecuador. In Europe, the Green Revolution falters as Brussels backs away from banning combustion engines and Ford writes down nearly $20 billion after abandoning its electric truck push. The episode closes with remarkable scientific news from Japan, where researchers discovered a bacteria found in the Japanese tree frog that eradicated tumors in mice with a 100 percent success rate, offering new hope for future cancer treatments. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32 Keywords: Trump national address, US economy data, Mar-a-Lago FBI raid documents, DOJ lawfare, marijuana reclassification, Venezuela oil blockade, Panama Canal China, Peru non-NATO ally, South America strategy, EV collapse Europe, Ford EV losses, combustion engine reversal, Japanese tree frog cancer research

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Federal authorities stop a near-miss terror attack in California after arresting members of a far-left extremist group plotting New Year's Eve bombings in Southern California. New details also raise serious questions about the FBI's handling of the January 6 pipe bomber case, as investigators confirm key cellphone data was always available but left unanalyzed for years. In Washington, DC's police chief resigns amid revelations that crime data was deliberately manipulated, fueling broader concerns about the reliability of national crime statistics. On the economic front, President Trump defends his "Golden Age" message as new labor and inflation data approach. Wages continue to outpace inflation, rents and gas prices fall, and a major 7.4 billion dollar smelter project in Tennessee promises to reduce America's reliance on China for critical minerals. Democrats, meanwhile, signal plans to campaign on affordability fears and AI-driven job anxiety, even as Republicans quietly work to elevate the most left-wing Democratic candidates ahead of future elections. Abroad, Australia reels from the deadliest terror attack in decades as leaders debate gun control versus confronting radical Islam. Mexico agrees to release overdue water to Texas after tariff threats, while the US expands a militarized buffer along the southern border. Chile elects a hard-right president amid a regional political shift, ransom payments strengthen al-Qaeda in Africa, peace deals collapse in Congo and Southeast Asia, and new medical research offers early cancer detection and improved dental health for children. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32 Keywords: California terror plot, left-wing extremism, Turtle Island Liberation Front, January 6 pipe bomber, FBI cellphone data, DC crime statistics scandal, Trump economy, critical minerals smelter Tennessee, Australia terror attack, Mexico water treaty, southern border militarization, Chile election, al-Qaeda ransom Mali, Congo conflict, Cambodia Thailand tensions, early cancer blood test, vitamin D pregnancy