Bret Baier
Bret Baier (William Bret Baier) was born on August 4th, 1970 and is currently 55 years old. Bret Baier was born in Rumson, New Jersey, USA. Baier attended DePauw University where he received a Bachelor's degree in political science and English.
Bret Baier is primarily known as an anchor and television journalist. He serves as Fox News’ network chief political anchor and is well-known for his show
Special Report with Bret Baier, which airs on Fox News. Before this role, he worked as Fox’s Pentagon Correspondent and Chief White House Correspondent.
Baier’s first job in television was at
WJWJTV16, a local TV station in South Carolina, before joining CBS affiliate
WRAL-TV. In 1998, he sent his audition tape to Fox News, and the higher-ups loved it so much that he was made bureau chief in Atlanta.
In 2007, Baier became the White House Correspondent for Fox News. During that time, he covered the George W. Bush administration and frequently sat in for the anchor of
Special Report, Brit Hume. In 2008, Hume left Fox News and handed
Special Report over to Baier.
For his work, Baier has received numerous awards. In 2016, the Robert Novak Journalism Fellowship Program honored him with the
Outstanding Journalism Kenneth Y. Tomlinson Award. He was also awarded the National Press Foundation’s
Excellence in Broadcast Journalism Sol Taishoff Award in 2017, as well as the Urbino Press Award for his contributions to journalism.
Baier’s book
To Rescue a Republic focuses on Ulysses S. Grant. While it is not an academic examination of Grant’s life, Baier’s approach works in its favor, painting a human and inspiring picture of Grant. He challenges the old stereotype of Grant as a clueless drunkard who allowed corruption, instead portraying him as a dedicated leader focused on ending slavery and building a united nation. Baier illustrates Grant's loyalty to his family and friends, even when they did not deserve it, and highlights his Lincoln-like compassion, which earned him widespread popularity. The book also addresses the limits of Grant’s success and his dream of achieving full equality for African Americans, a vision delayed as the nation grew weary of post-Civil War struggles—a goal that would take nearly a century to revisit.
Baier’s well-researched work
To Rescue a Republic is perfect for anyone curious about U.S. history or the long and unfinished journey toward equality—a great read for history fans.
In addition, Baier wrote
Three Days in January, in collaboration with Catherine Whitney. This book focuses on the crucial time between President Eisenhower’s farewell address on January 17, 1961, and President Kennedy’s inauguration on January 20. It highlights how this transition period marked the final chapter of Eisenhower’s leadership. Over those three days, Eisenhower worked tirelessly to prepare both the country and the incoming president for the challenges ahead. The author traces Eisenhower’s journey from Kansas to the presidency, illustrating how he established a strong foundation for peace and development.
In his farewell address, Eisenhower delivered one of the most famous speeches in U.S. history, warning against excessive government spending, political division, the growing power of the military-industrial complex, and the influence of special interest groups. He also mentored Kennedy, helping him prepare for his new role as president.
Bret Baier vividly shows how Eisenhower’s presidency changed America and considers him a model of principled leadership.
Three Days in January serves as a powerful reminder of Eisenhower’s enduring contributions and a valuable roadmap for navigating today’s political challenges. It is a heartfelt tribute to a leader characterized by wisdom, honor, and effectiveness.
Baier's most recent work,
Duel Across Time, published in 2023, tells the story of best friends Thomas, Becca, Cam, and Zack, who must stop a dangerous villain from altering the past and forever changing the future. The only weapon at their disposal is their knowledge of history, which they will put to good use to save the planet from destruction.
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- Bill O'Reilly, author of the Killing Series.
Bret Baier: F.A.Q
When was Bret Baier Born? How old is Bret Baier?
Bret Baier was born on August 4th, 1970. Bret Baier is currently 55 years old.
Where was Bret Baier Born?
Bret Baier was born in Rumson, New Jersey, USA and is American.
What was the first book Bret Baier wrote?
The first book written by Bret Baier was Special Heart, published in 2014.
What was the most recent book Bret Baier wrote?
His most recently released work was The Case for America: An Argument on Behalf of Our Nation on May 5th, 2026.
What is the most popular book by Bret Baier?
Based on the number of readers on Book Notification, the most popular Bret Baier book is
To Rescue the Republic. Here are his most popular books:
- To Rescue the Republic (8.67)
- Three Days at the Brink (8)
- Three Days in January (8)
- Three Days in Moscow (10)
- To Rescue the American Spirit (8)
Are there upcoming new books by Bret Baier?
Bret Baier does not have any upcoming books with a set publication date within the next few months at this time.
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How many books has Bret Baier written?
Bret Baier has written 11 books. 1 book in The History Club Series, 3 books in The Presidential Series, 2 Non-Fiction Books, 5 books in the Three Days Series.