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From The Wright Report by Bryan Dean Wright

April 23, 2026 · 40 min

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Bryan Dean Wright discusses the strong U.S. economy, rising tensions in Iran, and updates on border security and health issues.

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this Thursday Headline Brief of The Wright Report, Bryan covers a surprisingly strong U.S. economy, with booming retail sales, rising factory output, and solid corporate earnings, while also explaining why many Americans still feel financially strained and why President Trump's approval ratings are not reflecting the positive data. He then turns to the war with Iran, where tensions are rising again despite a ceasefire. Bryan reports on Iran's continued aggression in the Strait of Hormuz, China's apparent involvement in supplying materials tied to missile production, and the growing likelihood that the ceasefire could collapse within days. He also highlights mounting global stakes, from Gulf state pressure on China to disruptions in shipping, aviation, and energy markets. Plus, Bryan shares a tragic update on the deaths of CIA officers in Mexico, new concerns about migrant caravans and border security gaps, and fresh allegations surrounding political fundraising platform ActBlue. He closes with…

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