Former Chief Border Patrol Agent Chris Clem joins The Ray Stevens Show to share his experience travelling after ICE agents began assisting airport security and weighs in on the shooting of a Loyola University student by a Venezuelan migrant.

Former Chief Border Patrol Agent Chris Clem joins The Ray Stevens Show to share his experience travelling after ICE agents began assisting airport security and weighs in on the shooting of a Loyola University student by a Venezuelan migrant.

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;

ICE steps in to assist TSA workers as partial government shutdown stretches on

The Ray Stevens Show covers the latest political headlines, free speech debates, and changing workforce trends. Chris Plante joins the program, while Fox News Radio’s Jonathan Savage discusses Vladimir Putin’s trip to China shortly after President Trump’s recent visit, raising new questions about global alliances and international strategy. Terry Newsome breaks down controversy surrounding a GOP event at an Addison restaurant that was reportedly canceled following complaints from Democrats, sparking debate over political pressure and viewpoint discrimination. Later, Fox News Radio’s Jeff Monosso provides updates on efforts by attorneys for Charlie Kirk’s alleged killer to seal evidence in the case. The show also features career coach Monique DeMonaco discussing why more parents are paying for professional coaching services to help their children land jobs in a competitive economy.

Key Segments:


Putin’s China visit after Trump trip


GOP event canceled after complaints


Charlie Kirk case evidence dispute


Parents hiring career coaches for kids

The Ray Stevens Show covers the latest political headlines, free speech debates, and changing workforce trends. Chris Plante joins the program, while Fox News Radio&rsquo;s Jonathan Savage discusses Vladimir Putin&rsquo;s trip to China shortly after President Trump&rsquo;s recent visit, raising new questions about global alliances and international strategy. Terry Newsome breaks down controversy surrounding a GOP event at an Addison restaurant that was reportedly canceled following complaints from Democrats, sparking debate over political pressure and viewpoint discrimination. Later, Fox News Radio&rsquo;s Jeff Monosso provides updates on efforts by attorneys for Charlie Kirk&rsquo;s alleged killer to seal evidence in the case. The show also features career coach Monique DeMonaco discussing why more parents are paying for professional coaching services to help their children land jobs in a competitive economy.
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Putin&rsquo;s China visit after Trump trip
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GOP event canceled after complaints
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Charlie Kirk case evidence dispute
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Parents hiring career coaches for kids
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The Ray Stevens Show (May 20, 2026) | Putin Heads to China, GOP Event Backlash & Career Coaching Boom

Terry Newsome joins the show to talk about a GOP event at an Addison restaurant that gets canceled after complaints from Democrats, sparking frustration from local conservatives. Newsome says it’s another example of conservatives being targeted simply for gathering and sharing their political views. The conversation dives into free speech, political pressure on local businesses, and why many conservatives feel their voices are increasingly being shut down in public spaces.

Terry Newsome joins the show to talk about a GOP event at an Addison restaurant that gets canceled after complaints from Democrats, sparking frustration from local conservatives. Newsome says it&rsquo;s another example of conservatives being targeted simply for gathering and sharing their political views. The conversation dives into free speech, political pressure on local businesses, and why many conservatives feel their voices are increasingly being shut down in public spaces.

Democrat Complaints Kill GOP Event as Conservatives Blast Political Intimidation in Addison

WGN-TV reporter Patrick Elwood joins the show to promote the “Salute to a Hero” fundraiser benefiting the John Bartholomew Memorial Fund, honoring the life and service of Officer John Bartholomew. The event takes place Friday, June 5 from 6–9 PM at Hatty’s Club in Rosemont, located behind Allstate Arena, with 100% of proceeds supporting the Bartholomew family. Guests can enjoy celebrity bartenders, raffles, live music, food and drinks, and a special performance by the Bag Pipes & Drums of the Emerald Society – Chicago Police Department. Elwood, serving as emcee for the evening, discusses the importance of supporting fallen officers’ families and keeping Officer Bartholomew’s memory alive through community support and law enforcement solidarity.

WGN-TV reporter Patrick Elwood joins the show to promote the &ldquo;Salute to a Hero&rdquo; fundraiser benefiting the John Bartholomew Memorial Fund, honoring the life and service of Officer John Bartholomew. The event takes place Friday, June 5 from 6&ndash;9 PM at Hatty&rsquo;s Club in Rosemont, located behind Allstate Arena, with 100% of proceeds supporting the Bartholomew family. Guests can enjoy celebrity bartenders, raffles, live music, food and drinks, and a special performance by the Bag Pipes &amp; Drums of the Emerald Society &ndash; Chicago Police Department. Elwood, serving as emcee for the evening, discusses the importance of supporting fallen officers&rsquo; families and keeping Officer Bartholomew&rsquo;s memory alive through community support and law enforcement solidarity.

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