05/16/24: Map Day: New Caledonia // Taiwan // Peru // Slovakia // France // Belgium & the Netherlands // Rhode Island // Listener Q&A

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, on this episode of The Wright Report as he takes you on a global journey to explore critical events shaping America and the world. Today's top stories include: Riots in New Caledonia: Violent protests erupt in the French territory over a proposed constitutional amendment. Discover the historical context and why this unrest matters to global security and companies like Tesla. China's Military Escalation Near Taiwan: Beijing ramps up military exercises closer to Taiwanese waters and airspace, signaling a potential prelude to invasion. Understand the strategic implications for the US and the world. Chinese Port in Peru: China is building a major port in Peru, raising concerns about its control and potential military use. Learn why this development is a strategic threat and what it means for US interests. Assassination Attempt in Slovakia: The Prime Minister of Slovakia is gravely wounded in a politically motivated attack. Explore the potential ramifications for Slovakian politics and its relations with Russia and the US. European Drug Cartel Crisis: Drug gangs from North Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America wreak havoc in France, Belgium, and the Netherlands. Hear about the increasing violence and the challenges European countries face in combating these threats. AI Revolution in Rhode Island: A heartwarming story of a young woman regaining her voice through AI technology. Discover how advancements in AI are making a positive impact on individual lives. Plus, Bryan answers listener questions about Russian spies, CIA diplomacy, and US-Israel relations and shares exciting updates on the future of The Wright Report, including plans for more listener engagement and expansion to new platforms.

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Former CIA Officer Bryan Dean Wright is back! The Wright Report is a morning news podcast, with updates from America and around the world. Bryan tracks down current events that others don't, and helps us understand why these developments are so important. Plus, he provides analysis based on his experiences as an Intelligence Officer, leaning on facts and data. As always, he leaves listeners with the ultimate decision of what to think about the issues -- and what we ought to do about them. The Wright Report is your morning news brief, available starting April 3rd at 7am Eastern, with reports each morning, Monday through Friday!