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Mike Baker (9:09)

Welcome back to the PDB. I want to turn your attention to China as we learn that the Chinese regime under Xi Jinping is developing plans to cripple the capabilities of the U.S. navy in the event of a future conflict. China's People's Liberation army, or the pla, recently came out with a kill list of potential targets for a coordinated attack against US Aircraft carrier strike groups deployed in and around the South China Sea. In a wartime scenario, the targets, which include critical radar systems, sensors and communication systems, would be hit with concentrated fire from China's electronic warfare weapons. That's according to the South China Morning Post. The revelation comes from a report authored by a PLA analyst with China's Electronic Warfare Unit that recently appeared in the State Run magazine. The report includes a deep dive into the capabilities and vulnerabilities of the U.S. navy's Air Defense and early warning network, pointing out ways that the Chinese Communist Party, the ccp, and the PLA can leverage the system's flaws to mount a successful attack. Specifically, it focuses on how to use various forms of electronic interference to disrupt the Navy's wireless communications network, which they said is a key weakness, identifying specific vessels in the US Fleet equipped with advanced radar like the Aegis system that would be targeted. The report concludes that if those radar systems are successfully knocked out, the US Navy would be left without their eyes and ears, unable, of course, to coordinate with the broader US fleet. The CCP's researchers also singled out the E2C Hawkeye early warning aircraft as another potential target. The craft, which operates from US Aircraft carriers, plays a critical role in identifying enemy threats and coordinating the activities of the rest of the naval fleet. Additionally, the report discusses using cyberwarfare tactics to target US Military signal transponders, arguing that if exploited properly, the CCP could use them to gain access to US military networks where they could launch further cyber attacks. It's a rare and obviously concerning insight into how the CCP and PLA are wargaming a potential showdown with America. While President Elect Trump has touted his ability to bring America's many adversaries to the negotiating table, China has been ratcheting up tensions in the disputed waters of the South China Sea for months. As we discussed last week on the pdb, China recently mounted their largest maritime drill in nearly three decades in the waters around Taiwan. During the large scale exercise, which involved some 90 naval vessels, 23 Chinese aircraft were logged crossing into Taiwan's Air Defense Identification Zone. Taiwanese security officials suggested that the timing of the drill is strategic, coinciding with the lead up to Trump's inauguration in January, which the president elect has reportedly invited Chinese President Xi Jinping to attend. No word yet if Xi has RSVP'd, although he'd better hurry if he plans on attending. Hotel space will be limited and it could be tough to book a rental car at this short notice. Okay, Shifting to Ukraine it's being reported that North Korean troops fighting alongside Russian forces suffered their first combat casualties of the war, with at least 30 soldiers killed or wounded during clashes in Russia's Kursk border region over the weekend. On Monday, Ukraine's military intelligence agency, known by its acronym gur, reported Pyongyang's losses against Ukrainian forces near three villages in a post on telegram. The Pentagon later corroborated those claims, with press secretary Major general Pat Ryder confirming that North Korean troops primarily serving in infantry roles, have been actively engaged in combat operations in Kursk for about a week. Despite the reports from the gur, it's important to note that Ryder declined to provide specific casualty numbers, citing ongoing assessments. According to the GUR's telegram post, three additional Pyongyang servicemen went missing near another village in the same region. They'll probably turn up in a couple of weeks in a pub in London. These are the first documented casualties since Ukraine and the US revealed that North Korea had deployed a minimum of 10,000 troops to bolster Russian forces despite previous skirmishes. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, under a mutual defense pact with Russia signed over the past summer, has pledged unwavering support for Moscow, cementing an alliance that obviously has raised alarm among global powers. But cracks in this partnership are apparently already beginning to show. According to military analysts, language barriers and poor coordination as a result have created operational hurdles, raising questions about the effectiveness of their joint efforts. On Sunday, the Institute for the Study of War, a Washington based think tank described the Moscow Pyongyang military alliance as a source of persistent friction, emphasizing integration and communication issues will likely continue to undermine Russian military strategy. Meanwhile, Russia's defense minister sought to counter the narrative of setbacks, claiming on Monday that Russian forces are making steady territorial gains in Ukraine, reportedly capturing approximately 12 square miles of territory daily. That's despite heavy losses. Ukraine, for its part, continues to defend its strategically significant enclave in the Kursk region, a territory that could serve as a potential bargaining chip in any future peace negotiations. And as a reality check, this conflict, well, it's approaching its three year mark. All right. Coming up in the back of the brief, incoming border czar Tom Holman reveals key details about the Trump administration's deportation strategy following his meeting with New York City Mayor Eric Adams. I'll be right back. Hey, Mike Baker here. Let's talk warranties. Yeah, I know that's exactly what you were hoping I'd say. But let me ask you this. Would you buy a car without a warranty? Well, no, of course not. What about your other big ticket purchases, specifically your home's appliances and critical systems? Well, again, the answer should be no. The bottom line is that every day is a good day when you're not worrying about your appliances and your home systems. 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Tom Homan (16:28)

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Mike Baker (17:30)

In today's Back of the Brief, President Elect Trump's incoming border czar Tom Homan has unveiled details of the administration's sweeping deportation agenda, framing it as a strategy far more targeted than initially perceived or described by a variety of media outlets and pundits. Lots of pundits. Last Thursday, Homan met with New York City Mayor Eric Adams, who in a subsequent press conference announced that the two share a commitment to targeting individuals who pose the greatest threat to public safety. Adams emphasized their mutual focus on protecting communities, stating, quote, his goal is the same goal I have. We cannot allow dangerous individuals to commit repeated violent acts of violence in our cities across America, end quote. The New York City mayor later added, this city can't be a safe haven for violent individuals. The announcement marks a significant development as cities like New York City grapple with an influx of undocumented migrants, many of whom face accusations of violent crime. Adams has long called for federal intervention to address the strain on municipal resources over the past two years. Homan, speaking in an interview with Dr. Phil the same day, stressed the administration's targeted approach, stating, quote, this isn't going to be neighborhood sweeps and military vehicles going through the city, adding, quote, I told Adams, President Trump and myself have committed that this is going to be a targeted enforcement operation, end quote. The former ICE director underscored the broader objectives of the plan, including cracking down on human trafficking and safeguarding children from exploitation. Homan stated, quote, the criminals need to be taken off the street to protect our communities, and children need to be found safe from sex trafficking and forced labor. While President Elect Trump has pledged the largest deportation operation in US History. Homan stated that the effort will focus on precision and high risk individuals. For now, the alignment between Eric Adams and Tom Homan emphasizes a shared commitment to prioritizing public safety while navigating immigration enforcement. And that, my friends, is the President's Daily brief for Tuesday 17th December. You've got eight more shopping days till Christmas. If you have any questions or comments, please reach out to me@pdbfirstv.com and of course, as you've probably heard from neighborhood gossip, to listen to the show ad free. Become a premium member of the President's Daily Brief by visiting PDB Premium. And don't forget, if you get a chance, take the time to stop by our YouTube channel. You can find that at President Residents Daily Brief. It's frankly the cat's meow. It's the bee's knees, the dog's bollocks. Check it out. I'm Mike Baker. I'll be back later today with the PDB Afternoon Bulletin. Until then, stay informed, stay safe, stay co.