Ald. Ray Lopez discusses the $11 billion in pandemic aid received by Illinois, Chicago and Cook County and questions surrounding oversight and transparency. A recent Chicago Tribune analysis found fragmented tracking and limited public efforts to identify potential waste and abuse. Jim Malackowski, chairman and co-founder of Chicago-based AIQA Global, examines the growing concerns surrounding artificial intelligence and whether increased government oversight is needed. Jeff Monosso of Fox News Radio reports on FBI Director Kash Patel's Senate testimony involving FBI hiring policies, agent firings and the bureau's potential Election Day presence. Max Armstrong looks at America's obsession with protein and whether beef producers can keep pace with demand.
Key Segments:

The Ray Stevens Show (Sept. 15, 2026) | Brandon Johnson’s Reelection, Ukraine Tensions & Fighting Veteran Suicide
1:34:38

Our Veterans Need Us: Jennifer Carbonara on the Fight to End Veteran Suicide
07:52

Brandon Johnson Re-Election Campaign: Will The Embattled Mayor Have a Shot At Another Term?
10:35