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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:


  • We delve into the escalating verbal conflict as Moscow accuses Paris of gearing up to deploy 2,000 troops to Ukraine.


  • SpaceX's latest initiative, a secretive pact to develop a network of spy satellites for the U.S. Government, is stirring geopolitical tensions. We analyze how Elon Musk's endeavor has led to stark warnings from Beijing and outright threats from Moscow.


  • The Biden administration issues an urgent plea for enhanced cybersecurity to protect America's water systems from burgeoning cyber threats. We explore the implications for national security.


  • In a candid assessment of national morale, we discuss the United States' fall from the top 20 happiest countries globally, marking a troubling trend in American well-being, particularly among younger adults.


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