Paul Teller, president of Teller Strategies and former chief of staff to Sen. Ted Cruz, joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss America's growing infrastructure backlog and why he argues it has become a national security issue. Teller explains how aging roads, bridges, ports and supply chains could weaken U.S. competitiveness while giving China a strategic advantage if critical infrastructure investments continue to lag.

Paul Teller, president of Teller Strategies and former chief of staff to Sen. Ted Cruz, joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss America's growing infrastructure backlog and why he argues it has become a national security issue. Teller explains how aging roads, bridges, ports and supply chains could weaken U.S. competitiveness while giving China a strategic advantage if critical infrastructure investments continue to lag.

Ray Stevens brings the RIGHT side of the conversation to mornings on 890 WLS-AM live from 6am-9am. If you missed the show, come here to catch up on the right side of Chicago talk.

Ray Stevens brings the RIGHT side of the conversation to mornings on 890 WLS-AM live from 6am-9am. If you missed the show, come here to catch up on the right side of Chicago talk.

The Ray Stevens Show

Ray Stevens brings the RIGHT side of the conversation to mornings on 890 WLS-AM live from 6am-9am. If you missed the show, come here to catch up on the right side of Chicago talk. 

Ray Stevens brings the RIGHT side of the conversation to mornings on 890 WLS-AM live from 6am-9am. If you missed the show, come here to catch up on the right side of Chicago talk.&nbsp;

America's Infrastructure Crisis Is Giving China an Edge

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Chicago Alderman Ray Lopez discusses why Chicago’s 911 mental health response team has struggled despite Mayor Brandon Johnson’s campaign promises and what it means for public safety. Former Riverside Police Chief Tom Weitzel weighs in on the proposal to create a dedicated Chicago Transit Authority police force to combat crime on public transit. Former Ted Cruz chief of staff Paul Teller explains why America’s aging infrastructure has become a national security concern and argues the growing backlog benefits China. The show also features Navy veteran and small business owner Lee Drane, who shares the story behind his Kenosha shop and reflects on entrepreneurship as America approaches its 250th anniversary.

Key Segments:


Chicago's struggling 911 mental health response


Should the CTA have its own police force?


America's infrastructure backlog and China


Navy veteran builds a business ahead of America's 250th

Chicago Alderman Ray Lopez discusses why Chicago&rsquo;s 911 mental health response team has struggled despite Mayor Brandon Johnson&rsquo;s campaign promises and what it means for public safety. Former Riverside Police Chief Tom Weitzel weighs in on the proposal to create a dedicated Chicago Transit Authority police force to combat crime on public transit. Former Ted Cruz chief of staff Paul Teller explains why America&rsquo;s aging infrastructure has become a national security concern and argues the growing backlog benefits China. The show also features Navy veteran and small business owner Lee Drane, who shares the story behind his Kenosha shop and reflects on entrepreneurship as America approaches its 250th anniversary.
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Chicago's struggling 911 mental health response
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Should the CTA have its own police force?
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America's infrastructure backlog and China
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Navy veteran builds a business ahead of America's 250th
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The Ray Stevens Show (June 29, 2026) | Chicago Crime Debate, America’s Infrastructure Crisis & A Veteran’s American Dream

Lee Drane, a disabled U.S. Navy veteran and owner of CAJE Dee-Zigns in Kenosha, joins The Ray Stevens Show for Military Monday to share his journey from military service to small business ownership. Drane discusses overcoming adversity, building a business rooted in patriotism, and what America's upcoming 250th anniversary means to him as a veteran and entrepreneur.

Military Monday is generously sponsored by NASCAR.

Lee Drane, a disabled U.S. Navy veteran and owner of CAJE Dee-Zigns in Kenosha, joins The Ray Stevens Show for Military Monday to share his journey from military service to small business ownership. Drane discusses overcoming adversity, building a business rooted in patriotism, and what America's upcoming 250th anniversary means to him as a veteran and entrepreneur.
Military Monday is generously sponsored by NASCAR.

Military Monday: Navy Veteran Builds a Business Through Service and Resilience

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Fox News Radio’s Eben Brown breaks down President Trump’s visit to Capitol Hill to discuss immigration policy and the latest developments involving Iran. Illinois Assistant Minority Leader John Cabello joins the show to discuss efforts to repeal Illinois’ crypto tax and why he believes public safety should remain the state's top priority. Mortgage expert David Hochberg shares insights on housing and lending, while economist Stephen Moore analyzes the latest economic trends impacting Americans. The show also features “Buy, Sell, Hold” and welcomes Stephen Schuler of the Fox Valley Park District to preview the upcoming Fox Valley Park District Fishing Derby.

Fox News Radio&rsquo;s Eben Brown breaks down President Trump&rsquo;s visit to Capitol Hill to discuss immigration policy and the latest developments involving Iran. Illinois Assistant Minority Leader John Cabello joins the show to discuss efforts to repeal Illinois&rsquo; crypto tax and why he believes public safety should remain the state's top priority. Mortgage expert David Hochberg shares insights on housing and lending, while economist Stephen Moore analyzes the latest economic trends impacting Americans. The show also features &ldquo;Buy, Sell, Hold&rdquo; and welcomes Stephen Schuler of the Fox Valley Park District to preview the upcoming Fox Valley Park District Fishing Derby.

America's Infrastructure Crisis Is Giving China an Edge

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