Chicago's Morning Answer with Dan Proft & Amy Jacobson

0:30 - Federal workers in Chicago "exhausted" 8:38 - come and get me 28:23 - Slap on the wrist 52:57 - Dominic Green, Washington Examiner columnist and Fellow of the Royal Historical Society, warns that despite good news from the Middle East, an Islamist-inspired movement of violence and destruction is still growing at home. Follow Dominic on X @DrDominicGreen 01:08:39 - Executive VP of The Trump Organization and author of Under Siege: My Family’s Fight to Save Our Nation, Eric Trump, shares his love for Chicago—and his heartbreak over what local leaders have done to it. Under Siege is available 10/14 - pre order today! 01:24:15 - Why Dan Proft is single… 01:26:47 - Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons responds to Brandon Johnson’s rhetoric, saying pitting law enforcement against law enforcement doesn’t make anyone safer. Follow ICE on X for updates @ICEgov 01:45:05 - Stephen A. Smith with Fredo Cuomo on Chicago, National Guard 02:14:41 - Katie Porter See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:30 - Pritzker redux on Nazi comparison 11:15 - Durbin vs. Bondi in committee hearing 37:02 - Waukegan Mayor Sam Cunningham at presser with Schenider, Lake County 01:00:20 - Katie Porter interview with CBS News in CA...how are you going to win Trump voters? 01:14:28 - Chicago Alderman Ray Lopez points out the irony: criminals get a pass, ICE gets prosecuted. For more on Ray and the 15thward - the15ward.org 01:31:51 - Noted economist Stephen Moore runs through Democrats’ shutdown wish list— “It’s lunacy!” Get more Steve @StephenMoore 01:50:42 - AOC backtracks on hitting Stephen Miller over his height..."bodyshaming" 01:57:39 - Annie Roney, founder of IRL Movie Club, brings her in-person documentary screenings and post-film discussions to Illinois. For more info and screenings near you irlmovieclub.org 02:08:11 - Will Chamberlain, Senior Counsel at the Article III Project, on Trump’s Portland National Guard case and the chilling “Arctic Frost” fallout. For more on the Article III Project article3project.org 02:23:29 - Zach Bryan's "Bad News"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:30 - Supt. Snelling on "stand down" order 18:43 - More Snelling: no stand down order 40:03 - BLM Brandon's EO to create "ICE-free zones" 01:04:36 - BLM Brandon offers more on Civil War rematch 01:19:36 - In-depth History with Frank from Arlington Heights 01:22:41 - Sen. Ron Johnson on Arctic Frost records detailing FBI spying on GOP Senators 01:29:49 - Candidate for IL Gov Ted Dabrowski: Pritzker and Johsnon incentivized illegal criminals to come to Illinois. Follow Ted on the campaign trail @ilpoliski and TedForIllinois.com 01:56:16 - America First Legal’s Gene Hamilton, former WH deputy counsel, challenges the legality of Brandon Johnson’s ICE-free zones. 02:12:49 - Former Superintendent of the Chicago Police Department, Eddie Johnson, on CPD standing down when federal agents requested help - “you just cannot not go”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:30 - ICE shooting in Brighton Park 13:45 - Stand-down order given by Chief of Patrol to request for assistance from ICE agents being attacked 36:09 - VA - Jay Jones' texts 52:57 - Chief Political Writer at Spiked, Brendan O’Neill, describes The Barbarism of the Manchester Synagogue Attack. Brendan is also the author of After the Pogrom: 7 October, Israel and the Crisis of Civilisation 01:10:58 - Steven Bucci, visiting fellow in The Heritage Foundation’s Allison Center for Foreign Policy Studies, on Israel/Hamas peace negotiations and his reaction to the gathering of the generals 01:31:48 - La Shawn Ford, Illinois State Representative for the 8th district and candidate for Illinois’ 7th congressional district, debates IL immigration, ICE presence and the arrival of federal troops Congressional candidate and State Rep La Shawn Ford goes head-to-head on Illinois’ battles over immigration, ICE, and federal troops.Follow La Shawn on X @RepFord8 01:50:12 - Founder, CIO Perry International Capital Partners, LLC, James Perry, on dollars & cents and what’s moving the markets. For more on Perry International perrycapitalpartners.com 02:07:34 - Tammy Duckworth on targeting of federal agentsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:30 - Shutdown Sombraros 16:44 - Shutdown Stakes: Double Down or Back Down? 38:13 - Broadview 57:07 - Thomas Weitzel, retired Chief of Police of Riverside, on the battle in Bridgeview between ICE and protesters - and how Pete Hegseth’s training plan could reshape local policing. Follow Tom on X @ChiefWeitzel 01:13:56 - Pritzker says Trump is the one with dementia 01:38:42 - Fr John Lovell, Diocese of Rockford & National Mission Director, UnprofitableServants.org, on Cardinal Cupich's attempt to give Dick Durbin an award and the cover provided by Pope Leo. You can follow Fr. Lovell on X @Fr_Lovell 01:52:49 - Scott McKay, publisher of the Hayride, senior editor at the American Spectator, and author of Racism Revenge and Ruin, From Hellmarsh With Love – a Mike Holman Novel, says The Sombrero Shutdown Needs Some Time to Deliver Its Benefits. Check out Scott’s newest Mike Homan novel Blockbuster 02:12:35 - Open Mic Friday!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:30 - Vance rides point on shutdown 05:57 - Shutdown: Chicago media 26:16 - LA Mayor Karen Bass: Trump turning military against American cities 50:08 - Republican National Committee Chairman, Joe Gruters: The democrats own this shutdown with their 1.5 trillion dollar woke wish list. Follow Joe on X @JoeGruters 01:16:19 - President of the National Border Patrol Council, Paul Perez: We are doing exactly what we should be doing to protect Americans 01:24:11 - John Tamny, editor of RealClearMarkets & Director of the Center for Economic Freedom at FreedomWorks: President Trump Owes His Base Strong Words About the Weak Dollar.John is also the author of The Money Confusion: How Illiteracy about Currencies and Inflation Sets the Stage for the Crypto Revolution 01:44:53 Corey Brooks, pastor, activist, and founder of Project H.O.O.D., tackles the tough question of how to bring real safety to Chicago’s neighborhoods—and brings us along on his Walk Across America. Support Pastor Brook’s Walk Across America Tour - projecthood.org 02:02:26 - Kevin Dahlgren, homelessness and addiction expert based in Portland, explains The rise of conservatism among the homeless population. For more from Kevin truthonthestreets.substack.com and on X @kevinvdahlgrenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:30 - Pope Leo on Durbin/Cupich 14:06 - Hegseth 33:04 - Biden 54:10 - Founder & Principal Broker for HealthInsuranceMentors.com, C. Steven Tucker, on Democrats’ shutdown demands: it’s less about healthcare, more about Biden’s big spending laws.Follow CS Tucker on X @CSteven 01:14:34 - Lt. Col. (Ret.) Tony Shaffer, president of Project Sentinel & London Center for Policy Research, on yesterday’s “gathering of the generals” and Trump’s call to refocus the U.S. military inward, not abroad. Lt Col Shaffer is also the author of Operation Dark Heart: Spycraft and Special Ops on the Frontlines of Afghanistan — and The Path to Victory - follow him on X @T_S_P_O_O_K_Y 01:32:56 - Noted economist Stephen Moore sees a swift solution to the shutdown - "the democrats have to cave" Get more Steve @StephenMoore 01:49:46 - Dinesh D’Souza, critically acclaimed filmmaker and New York Times best selling author of 2000 Mules, previews his new film The Dragon’s Prophecy. For more on The Dragon’s Prophecy visit thedragonsprophecyfilm.com 02:06:25 - James Fitzgerald, retired FBI agent and Unabomber profiler, breaks down potential motives and makeup of the shooters in Michigan and North Carolina last weekend. James also also served as a consultant for the tv show Criminal Minds & author of the book series A Journey to the Center of the MindSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:30 - NC Rep. Deborah Ross apologizes for misidentifying Logan Federico as Iryna Zarutska 16:06 - Pritzker presser on ICE 37:28 - BLM Brandon on ICE, federal backup for ICE 01:01:38 - Jonathan Tobin, Editor-in-Chief of Jewish News Syndicate, on Trump’s 20-point plan to end the Gaza war—and why it depends on the Palestinians actually wanting peace. Follow Jonathan on X @jonathans_tobin 01:17:00 - In-depth History with Frank from Arlington Heights 01:20:30 - US Senator from WI, Ron Johnson, on the ticking clock to a government shutdown—and the political maneuvers that got us here. Follow Senator Johnson on X @SenRonJohnson 01:34:50 - Illinois Gov. candidate Ted Dabrowski vows to make repealing the sanctuary state law his first act in office. For more on Ted’s run for gov TedForIllinois.com 01:55:08 - Rachel K. Paulose, U.S. Attorney for the District of Minnesota, asks Will America outlaw Sharia law? 02:14:48 - Texas based Outlaw Country Singer/Songwriter, Creed Fisher, previews his upcoming show at The Piazza Aurora on Oct 11. Follow Creed on his Between Heaven & Hell tour creedfisherofficial.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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0:30 - Mass shootings 10:34 - Trump on Comey indictment 34:44 - Des Moines, IA, school supt 53:20 - Thomas Weitzel, retired Chief of Police of Riverside: The Peacekeepers program is a complete scam. Follow Tom on X @ChiefWeitzel 01:12:13 - Steven Bucci, visiting fellow in The Heritage Foundation’s Allison Center for Foreign Policy Studies, explains Pete Hegseth's "gathering of the generals" and the potential for a logistical quagmire 01:33:41 - George Parry, former federal and state prosecutor & regular contributor to The American Spectator: The idea that the DOJ exists independent of the president is nonsense. Check out George’s blog at knowledgeisgood.net 01:53:12 - SPORTS & POLITICS 02:11:51 - Former HHS advisor and retired Border Patrol chief Chris T. Clem to ICE and Border Patrol protesters: “We’re here to enforce the law, not your feelings.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:30 - Comey indictment 14:55 - Dallas ICE shooting 34:57 - Why Dan Proft is Single 54:52 - James Parker Hall Distinguished Service Professor Emeritus of Law & Senior Lecturer at the University of Chicago, Richard Epstein, tones down the excitement surrounding the Comey indictment 01:15:53 - Scott McKay, publisher of the Hayride & senior editor at the American Spectator: The Shutdown Cometh, and Not a Moment Too Soon. Scott is also the author of Racism Revenge and Ruin and From Hellmarsh With Love – a Mike Holman Novel - his newest Mike Holman novel Blockbuster is now available on Amazon 01:38:12 - Bennett Academy 01:57:44 - Bjorn Lomborg, president of the Copenhagen Consensus think tank and author of Best Things First, looks at Trump’s UN speech and the inconvenient truth of massive green energy costs 02:13:24 - Open Mic FridaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:30 - Joe Rothrock, Special Agent in Charge of FBI in Dallas, on shooting 13:33 - Vance on Dallas ICE shooting 34:15 - Comey indictment coming 57:15 - Liel Leibovitz, editor at large for Tablet and host of the “Rootless” podcast, on Trump's UN speech and stance against Hamas - "there is at least one adult in the room who understands actions have consequences" Follow Liel on X @liel 01:13:30 - Josh Schirard, Byrna Technologies’ Director of Law Enforcement & Private Security and a former Galveston Police Captain & SWAT Commander, calls for urgent investigations into the radical networks fueling tragedies like the Dallas shooting 01:32:10 - Long time Chicago radio personality and author of “Broken Mary: A Journey Of Hope”, Kevin Matthews, previews "Broken Mary: The Kevin Matthews Story” exclusively in theaters nationwide for one night only, Tuesday, Oct. 7. – brokenmaryfilm.com 01:47:41 - Bob Woodson, founder of the Woodson Center, draws on his civil rights experience to offer lessons for navigating today’s era of political unrest. Mr. Woodson is also author of A Pathway to American Renewal: Red, White, and Black Volume II 02:05:39 - Tim Stearns, president of TJ Stearns in Arlington Heights, shows Dan how to retire early… and finally fix that short game. Tim is host of Protect & Grow: Chicagoland Retirement. Tune in Saturdays from Noon to 1:00PM (CT) at 560 The Answer 02:15:35 - Dan illustrates his conversation with Bill NapletonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:30 - Kimmel "apology" 16:58 - Google Admits Censorship Under Biden 39:39 - Trump at the UN 58:50 - George Beebe, former CIA director of Russia analysis and now Director of Grand Strategy at the Quincy Institute, breaks down Trump’s UN speech and the message aimed at Putin. 01:16:36 - Andrew McCarthy, former Chief Asst. U.S. Attorney and National Review editor, weighs in on whether Trump has the legal authority for strikes on Venezuelan boats. Follow Andy on X @AndrewCMcCarthy 01:38:02 - Noted economist Stephen Moore applauds Trump for ripping into climate change hysteria in yesterday's UN speech. Get more Steve @StephenMoore 01:53:39 - Robert Royal, editor-in-chief of The Catholic Thing, calls Chicago archdiocese’s plan to award Senator Durbin an "absurdity" Robert will be the speaking at Aid for Women Dinner tomorrow night helpaidforwomen.org 02:11:05 - Nicole Wolter, president and CEO, HM Manufacturing, a power transmission components provider in Wauconda, shares her Big Beautiful Bill success story. For more on NIcole and HM Manufacturing hmmanufacturing.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:30 - Kamala's classic word salads: Mayor PButt for VP...I didn't say exactly what I said which I will now repeat 13:51 - Kimmel 33:24 - CAMPUS BEAT 52:52 - Pediatrician and epidemiologist Dr. Jonathan Ellen on Trump’s “bold” Tylenol comments and the future of the vaccine schedule. 01:20:25 - In-depth History with Frank from Arlington Heights 01:13:59 - FOP’s John Catanzara blasts Brandon Johnson’s “sickness” slur against police and calls out the mayor’s rank hypocrisy.For more on CPD FOP chicagofop.org 01:31:20 - Candidate for IL Gov Ted Dabrowski confronts the pension crisis crushing the state. For more on Ted’s run for the Gov tedforillinois.com 01:52:34 - Christian Toto, host of the “Hollywood in Toto” podcast, exposes the tangled web behind Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension — media lies, Hollywood hypocrisy, and the network’s crumbling late-night empire. For podcast updates and more hollywoodintoto.com 02:13:06 - Erik Kramer, former Bears QB (’94–’98), founder of Mental Health TouchDown and the Erik Kramer Passing Camp, and suicide survivor, shares his journey of recovery and his new podcast The Quarterback and the Con Artist. Erik is also the author The Ultimate Comeback - for more info on Erik’s foundations and upcoming events erikkramer12.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:30 - Brandon Lake singing "Gratitude" with the crowd at Kirk funeral 14:07 - Charlie Kirk funeral 39:49 - The Left 58:06 - Christopher Whalen, chairman of Whalen Global Advisors LLC & editor for The Institutional Risk Analyst: the rise of Mamdani will be the end of progressive politics in NYC. Chris is also the author of Inflated: Money, Debt and the American Dream – 2nd Edition 01:18:04 - Steven Bucci of The Heritage Foundation calls out the left’s violent rhetoric and demands it end 01:37:33 - Barbara Oakley, distinguished professor of engineering at Oakland University: Censorship Hurts Our Brains—Literally. Professor Oakley is also creator and co-instructor of the Coursera course “Speak Freely, Think Critically.” 01:52:54 - The Left 02:11:52 - Charlie Kirk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:00 - FCC Chairman Brandon Carr 11:59 - Kimmel 36:01 - Letterman at Atlantic Festival on Kimmel 01:00:10 - Durbin 01:18:53 - Noah Rothman, senior writer at National Review: Kamala Harris Thinks You’re a Bigot. Follow Noah on X @NoahCRothman 01:33:02 - Omar's Saturday townhall at local church 01:50:18 - Associate Professor of Political Science at Kentucky State University, Wilfred Reilly, announces his new venture Unified Solutions America - a “DEI rehab” - dedicated to helping companies build post-DEI. For more info unifiedsolutionsamerica.com. Prof Reilly is also author of Lies My Liberal Teacher Told Me: Debunking the False Narratives Defining America’s School Curricula 02:10:48 - Open Mic Friday!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:00 - FCC's Brendan Carr (on Benny Johnson podcast) on possible regulatory action: public interest requirement 11:34 - Kimmel 36:32 - "Cancel" culture? 58:48 - Senior Advisor for DHS/CBP Office of the Commissioner, Former Chief of U.S. Border Patrol & Deputy Commissioner and Retired Acting Director at ICE, Ronald D. Vitiello: Immigration laws are on the books to preserve the American Way of Life 01:16:44 - Markets Specialist for Market Day Report!, Scott "the cow guy" Shellady: Inflation is not going away and nobody wants to talk about it. Check out Scott’s Market Day Report! – 10:30am CT to 1pm CT- and The Cow Guy Close – 1pm CT to 1:30pm CT – both at RFD-TV 01:33:24 - Joseph Moreno, former federal prosecutor with the Department of Justice in the National Security Division, a former staff member with the FBI’s 9/11 Review Commission and a US Army combat veteran: Is Antifa a terrorist organization? Follow Joe on X @JosephMoreno 01:52:31 - Eric Bolling, TPUSA board member, on Candace Owens 02:16:41 - ICE Enforcement and Removal Operations’ Acting Executive Associate Director, Marcos Charles, defends the agency against Toni Preckwinkle’s attack on its presence.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:00 - Kash hearing...Grassley 15:30 - Kirk assassination 37:01 - Jonathan Alpert, psychotherapist practicing in New York and Washington: ‘Splitting’ and the Celebration of Charlie Kirk’s Assassination. Keep an eye out for Jonathan’s forthcoming book Therapy Nation 55:10 - The discourse 01:15:46 - James A. Gagliano, retired FBI supervisory special agent and a doctoral candidate in homeland security at St. John’s University, goes over Kash Patel's senate hearing 01:33:49 - Noted economist Stephen Moore hears rumblings of a China trade deal — and says a rate cut is on deck. Get more Steve @StephenMoore 01:51:20 - Matthew Schmitz, founder and editor at Compact Mag, scrutinizes The Epstein Myth. Follow Matthew on X @matthewschmitz 02:11:47 - Charles Cornish-Dale, aka Raw Egg Nationalist, asks: Are antidepressants fueling America’s violence? Follow Charles on X @Babygravy9 and substack.com/@babygravy9See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:30 - JD Vance hosting Charlie Kirk Show 12:09 - Pritzker: I have never called Republicans Nazi 36:50 - Franklin Park 56:54 - Cancel Culture 01:14:24 - In-depth History with Frank from Arlington Heights 01:17:40 - Alan D. Viard, senior fellow emeritus at the American Enterprise Institute, analyzes the fiscal impact of immigration. Check out Alan’s full report The Fiscal Impact of Immigration: An Update 01:34:21 - Ted Dabrowski, candidate for Governor of Illinois: "I know how the sausage is made and why it tastes so bad" Find out more about Ted’s run for Gov - tedforillinois.com 01:52:42 - Chief Political Analyst at The Liberal Patriot, Michael Baharaeen, explores What Americans Think About Crime and Public Safety. For more from Micahel michaelbaharaeen.substack.com 02:10:35 - Neil Levin, senior nutrition educator at NOW Foods, urges the FDA to crack down on repeat offenders and frauds rather than pile on new regulations they won’t enforce. For more on NOW Foods nowfoods.com 02:24:38 - Animal StoriesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:30 - UT Gov. Spencer Cox 13:15 - Stephen Miller on Hannity: radical Left violence 38:17 - Peggy Noonan: Charlie Kirk’s Assassination Feels Like a Hinge Point 01:02:59 - Chapter Chair, Moms for Liberty – Lake County, Marsha K McClary, shares the concerns of parents in Buffalo Grove over a middle school teacher who compares Charlie Kirk’s events to Nazi rallies. Keep updated with Moms for Liberty – Lake County on X @Moms4Liberty_IL 01:16:03 - Heritage Foundation fellow Steven Bucci discusses the Unite the Kingdom rally in London and reactions to Charlie Kirk’s death 01:36:30 - Thomas Baker, former FBI legal attaché, on the investigation into Charlie Kirk’s shooter—and the unanswered questions surrounding the Trump assassination attempt in Butler, PA. Thomas is also the author of The Fall of the FBI: How a Once Great Agency Became a Threat to Democracy 01:55:05 - Richard Epstein, James Parker Hall Distinguished Service Professor Emeritus of Law at the University of Chicago, delivers a masterclass on the First Amendment 02:10:24 - Julianna Frieman, freelance writer who covers media and politics: Charlie Kirk’s Assassination Is a Turning Point for the USA. Follow Julianna on X @JuliannaFriemanSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:30 - Comrade Bernie condemns political violence, defends peaceful pluralism 14:03 - Clay Travis, leftist violence out of control...their rhetoric caused Kirk assassination 36:43 - Online celebration of Kirk's death 01:02:40 - Ex-FBI counterterrorism and counterintelligence agent Eric O’Neill breaks down the chase for Charlie Kirk’s assassin. Check out Eric’s new book, available Oct 7 - Spies, Lies, and Cybercrime: Cybersecurity Tactics to Outsmart Hackers and Disarm Scammers 01:18:51 - Bill O’Reilly, host of No Spin News, discusses his new book Confronting Evil: Assessing the Worst of the Worst in the wake of Charlie Kirk’s assassination. Check out No Spin News weeknights 5pm CT at BillOReilly.com 01:34:28 - Chris Clem, former HHS advisor and retired chief of the Border Patrol, on Operation Midway Blitz and the risks agents face when rhetoric gets in the way 01:52:58 - Scott A. Rivkees MD, professor of practice at the Brown School of Public Health, pediatrician and the former state surgeon general and secretary of Health of Florida: You’re on your own now to make medical decisions 02:16:25 - Open Mic Friday!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:00 - Remembering Charlie Kirk 36:58 - James A. Gagliano, retired FBI supervisory special agent and a doctoral candidate in homeland security at St. John’s University, looks at culture issues on college campuses - "They claim to be liberals but they don't want to hear your side" 57:38 - Reaction from the Left 01:18:25 - Patrick Maloney, Chicago FD Special Operations Chief – retired – shares his experience as one of the many CFD members who deployed to Ground Zero on September 12, 2001 01:31:11 - "There was no security" 01:35:40 - Ian Rowe, founder of Vertex Partnership Academies and senior fellow at AEI, on the dehumanizing narratives in schools that brand dissenting views as evil. Ian is also the author of Agency: The Four Point Plan (F.R.E.E.) for ALL Children to Overcome the Victimhood Narrative and Discover Their Pathway to Power 01:54:42 - RealClearPolitics’ Susan Crabtree on security for the president, vice president, and conservative figures — and whether the Secret Service is up to the task. Susan is also the author of Fool’s Gold: The Radicals, Con Artists, and Traitors Who Killed the California Dream and Now Threaten Us All 02:13:00 - Retired FBI Special Agent & Criminal Profiler from the Unabomber case, James Fitzgerald, breaks down the FBI investigation into Charlie Kirk's shooter. James is also the author of the book series A Journey to the Center of the Mind 02:25:22 - Sage Steele remembers KirkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:30 - ICE protests in Chicago 13:22 - Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss, warning residents of ICE operations 36:32 - Iryna Zarutska 01:00:14 - Campus Beat 01:14:17 - Thomas Weitzel, retired Riverside Police Chief, remembers Chicago as “the safest it’s been in over 10 years” when federal agents teamed up with CPD during the DNC.Follow Tom on X @ChiefWeitzel 01:29:04 - Why Dan Proft is single 01:32:45 - Noted economist Stephen Moore: A vote for Mamdani is a nail in the coffin for America's greatest city. Get more Steve @StephenMoore 01:50:29 - Dominic Green, columnist for The Washington Examiner, contributor to the Wall Street Journal and Fellow of the Royal Historical Society, on Israel’s bombing of Qatar and Trump’s Linehan in the sand. Follow Dominic on X @DrDominicGreen 02:09:18 - Solveig Gold, senior fellow in education and society at the American Council of Trustees and Alumni & Joshua T. Katz, senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, explain why America Needs Tough GradingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:30 - Trump on Iryna Zarutska, no cash bail at US Bible Museum 19:12 - Speaker Johnson clarifies "FBI informant" comment about Trump/Epstein 36:32 - 22,638 unaccompanied minors recovered by HHS Office of Refugee Resettlement 52:20 - Dave Swerski: I love Bears football 54:54 - Joe Abraham, father of Katie Abraham who was killed in a drunk driving hit-and-run car wreck caused by criminal illegal alien, believes if Illinois had "any kid of real leadership, Katie is not dead - she is sitting here with me" 01:11:26 - In-depth History with Frank from Arlington Heights 01:14:43 - Phil Kerpen, president of American Commitment and principal at The Committee to Unleash Prosperity, argues public health must be guided by the best data—and people should decide for themselves. Phil is a must follow on X @kerpen 01:40:41 - Ted Dabrowski weighs in on the economics of education reform and the culture of high expectations. Follow Ted on X @ilpolisk 01:53:27 - New York City-based reporter, Benjamin Ryan, reports on The taming of a gender researcher. For more of Ben’s writings benryan.substack.com 02:12:29 - Nobel laureate economist James Heckman (University of Chicago, Archbridge Institute) challenges the “ZIP Code is destiny” argument, urging focus on families over neighborhoods.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:30 - Trump: not going to war with Chicago, you second-rate reporter 21:45 - Steven Sund, former Capitol Police Chief, on DC’s federal task force success and the untold truths of Jan. 6. Steven is also the author of Courage Under Fire: The Definitive Account from Inside the Capitol on January 6 41:22 - Steven Bucci, visiting fellow in The Heritage Foundation’s Allison Center for Foreign Policy Studies, makes the case for pressure on the UK to stop silencing speech and undermining democracy 01:01:51 - Why Dan Proft is single 01:20:10 - Paul Vallas, CEO of the McKenzie Foundation and previously served as CEO of Chicago Public Schools, reveals the results Chicago gets for its staggering $32,000 per-student price tag. Follow Paul on X @PaulVallas 01:38:36 - Centennial Chair of Constitutional Law at the South Texas College of Law Houston and is a contributing editor to Civitas Outlook, Josh Blackman, on Trump's legal battles and The Failed Lower Court Revolt. For more from Josh civitasinstitute.orgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

:30- RFK Jr testimony before Senate Finance Comm 7:48- Elizabeth Warren vs. RFK 31:15-Portland as a case study for National Guard to back ICE 46:02- Former Superintendent of the Chicago Police Department, Jody Weis, is shocked Pritzker & Johnson won't accept help - "This is a no-lose situation... they should welcome Trump in" 1:09- Dr. Richard Bartlett, former advisor on Gov. Perry’s healthcare task force, says RFK Jr. “spoke facts, is unbiased, and not bought.” 1:28- Daniel DePetris, Defense Priorities fellow, on the US strike in the South Caribbean: The war on drugs is like the war on poverty—we can only chip away. Follow Daniel on X @DanDePetris James Perry, founder and CIO of Perry International Capital Partners, breaks down the markets, the Fed, and the August jobs report. For more on Perry International Capital Partners perrycapitalpartners.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:30- Epstein victims speak out 9:49- Trump reacts to Epstein victims' presser 32:37- More Epstein reaction 49:27- Senior Legal Fellow at The Heritage Foundation, John Malcolm: I live in DC. I’m glad Trump sent in the National Guard to fight crime. Follow John on X @malcolm_john Director of Education Policy Studies at the American Enterprise Institute, Frederick Hess, singles out four states that have a lot to teach the country about teaching (Illinois is not one of them) 1:09- Rick is also the author of Letters to a Young Education Reformer 1:21- CEO and founder of American Energy Institute and former Texas Representative, Jason Isaac, exposes environmental extremists working to block Trump’s nuclear push Follow Jason on X @ISAACforEnergy 01:11:28- Graham Linehan 1:54- Arne Duncan: Trump's Crackdown Will Make Crime Worse Managing Partner at Emerson Collective, former U.S. Secretary of Education, and founder of Chicago CRED, Arne Duncan, defends his NY Times op-ed and argues that less guns will equal less crime For more info on Chicago CRED chicagocred.orgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:30 - Trump at SPACECOM presser on deploying National Guard to Chicago: I have an obligation 9:49 - Morning Joe's "radical" idea for Pritzker 32:37 - Pritzker at presser on imminent deployment of National Guard 58:06 - CDC walkout 01:11:28 - Adam B Coleman, founder of Wrong Speak Publishing and author of The Children We Left Behind: How Western Culture Rationalizes Family Separation & Ignores the Pain of Child Neglect, argues No, we don’t need illegal immigrants to do jobs Americans ‘won’t’ Follow Adam on X @wrong_speak 01:29:32 - Noted economist Stephen Moore: I don’t like Trump’s tariffs but I do like his trade deals. Get more Steve @StephenMoore 01:47:37 - 15th Ward Alderman Ray Lopez, says Chicago should challenge President Trump - “If you can do better, let’s see what you can do” For more on Ray and his work for the 15th ward the15thward.org 02:06:03 - Fellowship for Performing Arts Founder and Artistic Director, Max McLean, previews his upcoming production of “The Screwtape Letters” – September 13 & 14 at the Athenaeum Center, 2936 N Southport, Chicago 60657 - for more info athenaeumcenter.orgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:30 - BLM Brandon at Labor Day protest 8:43 - Pritzker message to Noem on FTN: she is inflaming passions 31:07 - MN Annunciation Catholic School church shooter 56:21 - Sports & Politics 01:12:09 - In-depth History with Frank from Arlington Heights 01:15:22 - Former Chicago Police Lieutenant John Garrido points to CPD’s long history of working with the National Guard — and says the loudest opposition comes from neighborhoods that would be least affected. John is also President of the Garrido Stray Rescue Foundation – garridostrayrescue.org 01:33:54 - President at Wirepoints, Ted Dabrowski, weighs in on the “egregious” mismanagement at Country Club Hills School District 160 - “the worst thing about all of this is our kids can’t read” Get Ted’s latest at wirepoints.org 01:51:40 - President of Center of the American Experiment and contributor to Powerline, John Hinderaker, shares some “truly ghoulish” news: Minnesota Democrats are fundraising off Robin Westman’s murderous spree. Get John’s latest at powerlineblog.com 02:07:33 - Cory Miller, professor of psychology at the University of California, San Diego: The Future of AI Lies in Monkeys, Not Microchips. Follow Professor Miller on X @CoryMillerMarmoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:30 - Minneapolis mayor: 'How many times have we been here?' 10:10 - MN US Attorney Joe Thompson: shooter hated everyone except other school shooters 29:52 - Psaki turns on the waterworks to further claims against GOP on guns 53:30 - Parents Sue OpenAI, Blame ChatGPT for Their Teen's Suicide 01:09:45 - Jonathan Alpert is a psychotherapist practicing in New York and Washington and author of “Therapy Nation,” forthcoming in 2026. He joined Dan Proft with reaction to the shooting in Minnesota. 01:27:24 - Jennifer Harrison is the Executive Director of The Victims Rights Reform Council. She joined Dan Proft to talk about the devastating cost of cashless bail. 01:44:20 - Chadwick Moore is the New York Times Best Selling author of Tucker, the biography of Tucker Carlson, Senior Reporter for News Features at the New York Post, and his substack – substack.com/@chadwickmoore. 02:01:30 - Open Mic FridaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:30 - Principal speaks out after Minnesota Catholic school shooting 11:09 - The suspected Minneapolis shooter posted a video showing their manifesto and weapons. One had “Israel must fall,” another “Burn Israel,” and a holster read “6 million wasn’t enough.” 30:12 - Kennedy on The Five: it's not the trans part, it's that he was mentally ill 48:28 - La Shawn Ford is Illinois State Representative for the 8th district and candidate for Illinois’ 7th congressional district. He joined Dan Proft with reaction to President Trump’s plan to deploy the National Guard to Chicago. 01:09:25 - Jenny Beth Martin is co-founder of Tea Party Patriots and host of the “Jenny Beth Show” podcast. She joined Dan Proft to talk about the Only Citizens Vote Tour 01:25:15 - Oak Park and River Forest High School removed external bathroom doors “in the name of safety.” 01:44:29 - Mary FioRito is Cardinal Francis George Fellow, Ethics and Public Policy Center. She joined Dan Proft with reaction to the Catholic school shooting in Minneapolis 02:04:45 - James Fitzgerald is a Retired FBI Special Agent & Criminal Profiler from the Unabomber case, now co-host the “Cold Red” podcast – it’s on Spotify, Apple, etc. – and author of the A Journey to the Center of the Mind memoir series. He joined Dan Proft with reaction to President Trump’s plan to deploy National Guard to big cities.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:30 - BLM Brandon on Morning Joe: federal funding for more cops 14:10 - Civil rights attorney with history of suing CPD to serve as Mayor Johnson's strategy chief 23:17 - Cracker Barrel to go back to old logo after backlash 44:09 - CBS WH reporter Olivia Rinaldi "breaks" Taylor Swift engagement 57:27 - Andrew McCarthy is a Former Chief Asst. U.S. Attorney & Contributing Editor at National Review and author of Ball of Collusion: The Plot to Rig an Election and Destroy a Presidency. 01:21:32 - Stephen Moore is a Noted Economist and author of The Trump Economic Miracle: And the Plan to Unleash Prosperity Again – co authored with Art Laffer. He joined Dan Proft with reaction to President Trump’s plan for the government to take an ownership stake in American companies. 01:38:03 - High school girls' volleyball player speaks out about opponents forfeiting games over trans teammate 01:52:45 - Neetu Arnold is Paulson Policy Analyst at the Manhattan Institute and a Young Voices contributor. She joined Dan Proft to talk about her column: The High Costs of Classroom DisorderSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:30 - Trump: "A Lot Of People Are Saying Maybe We'd Like A Dictator" 11:40 - JB & Friends presser on Trump, National Guard 52:29 - Woman breaks down over Cracker Barrel rebrand 01:08:56 - Frank’s History Minute 01:12:18 - Corey Brooks is Senior Pastor of New Beginnings Church of Chicago, founder and CEO of Project H.O.O.D. He joined Dan Proft with reaction to President Trump’s plan to send the National Guard and military into Chicago. 01:32:41 - Ted Dabrowski is President at Wirepoints, Inc. He joined Dan Proft with reaction to President Trump’s plan to send the National Guard and military into Chicago. 01:46:55 - Katarina Szulc is an investigative journalist based in Mexico City who writes about cartels host of the “Borderland” podcast and her substack “Send News.” She joined Dan Proft to talk about President Trump’s efforts to crack down on the cartels 02:06:50 - Alex Pollock is a Senior Fellow with the Mises Institute, served as the Principal Deputy Director of the Office of Financial Research in the U.S. Treasury Department, former President and CEO, Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago, and author of Finance and Philosophy—Why We’re Always Surprised.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:30 - BLM Brandon on MSNBC on National Guard 16:08 - National Guard 38:57 - Wes Moore: Baltimore doesn't need National Guard 58:43 - Ken Cuccinelli — National Chairman of the Election Transparency Initiative, former Virginia AG, and former DHS deputy secretary — says DOJ is well within its rights to demand voter data from Illinois and other states, and he’s surprised it hasn’t happened sooner. For more on the Election Transparency Initiative electiontransparency.org 01:15:03 - James A. Gagliano, retired FBI supervisory special agent and St. John’s University homeland security doctoral candidate, breaks down Friday’s raid on John Bolton’s home and reacts to the Ghislaine Maxwell transcripts 01:38:19 - Emil Barr, founder of Step Up Social, managing partner of Candid Network and a co-founder of Flashpass: ‘Work-Life Balance’ Will Keep You Mediocre. Follow Emil on X (@RealEmilBarr) 01:52:58 - President of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies and foreign affairs columnist for The Washington Times, Clifford May, on the chances Putin will have a sit down with Zalensky "Putin is not going to move or make any concessions unless there is pressure" Follow Cliff on X @CliffordDMay 02:10:10 - Border/migrants/deportationsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:30 - NY appeals court sets aside $500M fine 16:08 - BLM Brandon's panic attacks 35:38 - Rhode Island Assistant AG Devon Hogan Flanagan arrested for trespassing 54:41 - Fitzgerald settles with NU 01:11:20 - Illinois Trucking Association Executive Director Matthew Hart on efforts to close loopholes that open the door for illegal immigrants to get commercial driver’s license. For more on the Illinois Trucking Association iltrucking.org 01:32:02 - American economist, author, professor, and co-director of the Program on the American Economy and Globalization at the Mercatus Center at George Mason University, Don Boudreaux, talks trade, tariffs and beyond. Check out Don’s blog at cafehayek.com 01:48:34 - Jonathan Alpert, psychotherapist practicing in New York and Washington, tackles Therapy’s Identity Politics Problem and breaks down the Mamdani supporter. Jonathan’s book Therapy Nation releases next year 02:06:36 - Open Mic Friday!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:30 - Explaining Mamdani 12:08 - Dems 34:39 - Pritzker: independent maps but only on a national level 51:36 - District 211 board meeting 01:15:32 - Rich Lowry, editor of National Review, offers Democrats advice on fixing their dismal ratings — and looks ahead to what Republicans can do once Trump is off the ballot. Rich is also the author of The Case for Nationalism: How It Made Us Powerful, United, and Free 01:33:33 - Richard M. Reinsch, editor-in-chief of Civitas Outlook, weighs Trump’s tariff-for-income-tax swap—and delivers a reality check. Follow Richard on X @Reinsch84 01:52:04 - COO of Lox & Loaded, Gayle Pearlstein, shares the Lox & Loaded mission "to introduce responsible firearm ownership and safety in a way that’s approachable, professional, and deeply rooted in community values" For more info visit loxandloaded.org 02:06:44 - Former Trump Deputy National Security Advisor KT McFarland is optimistic on a Russia-Ukraine deal—if Trump maintains the pace and urgency. KT is also the author of Revolution: Trump, Washington and “We The People”. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:30 - Lox & Loaded gun club 13:42 - Semi driver who killed 3 in FL 36:07 - Conant volleyball District 211 (board meeting tonight) 58:56 - Tyler Grey, former SOF operator and current veterans’ mental health advocate, reveals his hard-won journey in Forged in Chaos: A Warrior’s Origin Story. For more on Tyler and his book tyleragrey.com 01:17:08 - U.S. representative from Illinois’s 15th congressional district, Mary Miller, on her bill combating Illinois law requiring ‘invasive’ student mental health screenings. Keep updated with Congresswoman Miller on X @RepMaryMiller 01:28:14 - TX State Rep. Nicole Collier spends night locked up in the capitol 01:33:43 - Noted economist Stephen Moore cheers calls for ‘Drill, Baby, Drill’ but flags looming risks to America’s energy security. Get more Steve @StephenMoore 01:53:24 - Former United States Deputy Undersecretary of Defense & contributor to the Washington Times and The American Spectator, Jed Babbin, on proposed sanctions against Russia - “empty threats do not impress Putin - so if we’re gonna do it, let’s do it” Follow Jed on X @jedbabbin 02:10:25 - Adult sleepaway campSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:30 - Rhode Island Assistant AG Devon Hogan Flanagan arrested for trespassing 13:56 - Brian Glenn (Real America's Voice and MTG beau), Trump on Zelensky suit 35:47 - Border/migrants/deportations 59:52 - Justin Logan, director of defense and foreign policy studies at the Cato Institute, says it's time to come to the realization that one more round of sanctions isn't going to do anything - “it is very difficult to bring Russia to its knees” Follow Justin on X @JustinTLogan 01:14:13 - In-depth History with Frank from Arlington Heights 01:17:30 - Christina Bobb, former Marine and Trump attorney - now takes on government corruption as an attorney with Judicial Watch, shares details from her new book Defiant: Inside the Mar-a-Lago Raid and the Left’s Ongoing Lawfare. Defiant is available Sept 9 - preorder your copy today 01:36:21 - Founder and Executive Editor of Wirepoints, Mark Glennon, reacts to the required mental health screenings coming to Illinois schools: "stop telling our kids thier mentally ill - teach them to read and write, that's what we need" Get Mark’s latest at wirepoints.org 01:52:25 - Trump on getting rid of mail-in ballots 02:12:26 - Benjamin Zycher, senior fellow at AEI, shrugs off the rise in “climate lawfare” — noting nearly every case has already lost in court.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:30 - Trump on Air Force One before the Putin meeting: want a ceasefire, want to stop the killing 13:42 - Special Envoy Steve Witkoff on Tapper...moving toward piece, admin lines on five regions 35:05 - Swalwell on MSNBC: Trump acts like Russian asset 51:30 - Catfight on CNN 56:44 - Jim Iuorio, host of “The Futures Edge Podcast” and special contributor to Wirepoints, maps out where tech and markets collide — and what September could bring. For podcast updates & more @jimiuorio 01:17:20 - Visiting fellow in The Heritage Foundation’s Allison Center for Foreign Policy Studies, Steven Bucci, on Trump’s progress with Putin, the left’s childish outrage over optics, and why today’s meeting with Zelensky matters 01:38:16 - Dan Proft Parenting Tips 01:53:48 - Senior writer for the Washington Examiner and author of The Rise of BlueAnon: How the Democrats Became a Party of Conspiracy Theorists, David Harsanyi: Democrats and their doomed search for ‘authenticity’ Follow David on X @davidharsanyi 02:11:00 - SPORTS & POLITICS 02:13:13 - Rafael Mangual, senior fellow and head of research for the Manhattan Institute’s Policing and Public Safety Initiative, calls out the hypocrisy of celebrating falling crime while pockets of lawlessness rage on.Check out Rafael’s most recent book Criminal (In)Justice: What the Push for Mass-Decarceration and Depolicing Gets Wrong, and Who It Hurts MostSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:00 - DC 11:59 - DC - Legalized Weed 33:11 - LA Mayor Karen Bass upset about ICE raid outside of their redistricting presser 45:32 - Comey 2017 testimony 54:15 - Sen. John Kennedy on the Socialists' ascendancy 01:06:35 - Hunter vs. Melania 01:10:27 - Mitch Daniels, former Purdue president and Indiana governor, breaks down the crises facing modern universities 01:31:28 - Editor in Chief of Jewish News Syndicate, Jonathan Tobin: The generational price of the false Gaza ‘genocide’ narrative. Follow Jonathan on X @jonathans_tobin 01:51:27 - Christian Toto, host of The Hollywood in Toto Podcast, on Hollywood’s sudden free-speech obsession and the fall of Howard Stern. For podcast updates & more hollywoodintoto.com 02:03:46 - Open Mic FridaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:00 - Russiagate Reckoning 11:20 - DC 31:18 - Why Dan Proft is Single 49:09 - IL mental health screening 01:11:52 - George Beebe, former director of Russia analysis at the Central Intelligence Agency and a former staff advisor to Vice President Cheney on Russia, offers what he believes Putin will try to achieve at tomorrow's summit in Alaska. George is currently Director of Grand Strategy at the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft - quincyinst.org 01:28:13 - Collin Anderson, executive editor for the Washington Free Beacon, on just how gerrymandered Chicago is—so gerrymandered its main airport parks planes in two different congressional districts. Follow Collin on X @CAndersonMO 01:47:15 - Rachel K. Paulose, former U.S. Attorney for the District of Minnesota (2006-2008), discusses possible charges if the Trump administration plans to jail the Russian hoax colluders. Follow Rachel on X @RachelKPaulose 02:07:37 - Founder & Principal Broker for HealthInsuranceMentors.com, C Steven Tucker, explains how a 15-minute trip to the emergency room can turn into a $70,000 bill. Follow Steven on X @HealthInsMentorSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:00 - Fleebagging Texas House Dems set to return 11:38 - Cincinnati beatings 29:35 - BLM Brandon responds to Trump openly mulling sending in National Guard to Chicago 54:36 - Joe & Eileen Bailey, Chuck Schumer's imaginary friends 01:07:11 - National political reporter Salena Zito dives into her new book Butler, DC crime, and the imaginary antics of Chuck Schumer’s supposed pals, Joe & Eileen Bailey. Butler: The Untold Story of the Near Assassination of Donald Trump and the Fight for America’s Heartland is currently #1 on the NY Times best seller list! 01:25:25 - Stephen Moore riffs on big blue city mayors pushing government-run grocery stores—“it’s really very simple… food should just be free.” Get more Steve @StephenMoore 01:42:35 - Garret Ziegler, founder of Marco Polo, built a searchable database from Hunter Biden’s laptop, revealing a history of corruption and blackmail. For more on Marco Polo and the Report on the Biden Laptop - marcopolo501c3.substack.com 02:09:31 - Founder, Chief Executive Officer & Chairman of Cure-CMT, Patrick Livney, invites you to make an impact on the lives of people living with CMT by joining them at their golf outing in Libertyville this Monday 8/18. For details and registration cure-cmt.org/golfoutingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:00 - Trump announces "Liberation Day" in DC 9:06 - Trump on DC: It's embarrassing DC is such a disgusting pit 28:05 - Trump threatens to do the same in Chicago 53:41 - Senior writer for the Dispatch, David Drucker, on Trump's DC takeover announcement - "he takes an issue in which he might achieve broad support and he talks about it in a way that ensures that only his supporters are going to like it" Follow David on X @DavidMDrucker 01:09:01 - In-depth History with Frank from Arlington Heights 01:11:33 - Russiagate-Schiff 01:28:15 - Ted Dabrowski, President of Wirepoints, outlines bold steps the Trump administration should take if it turns its attention to Chicago like it has to DC. Get Ted’s latest at wirepoints.org 01:46:01 - Theodore Dalrymple, contributing editor of City Journal & a senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute, on Luigi Mangione and the Romance of Murder. Theodore is also the author of many books including Buried But Not Quite Dead: Forgotten Writers of Père Lachaise 02:00:19 - SPORTS & POLITICSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:00 - Pritzker on gerrymandering 17:46 - Juliana Stratton: Dems dominate in IL not because of maps but because of good governance 37:43 - Bobby O'Rourke at Powered By People rally 01:00:45 - License plate cameras in Oak Park 01:13:27 - Steven Bucci, visiting fellow at The Heritage Foundation’s Allison Center for Foreign Policy Studies, cautions that Trump’s eagerness for a “win” could lead him to make a risky deal with Putin 01:33:40 - John Hinderaker, President of the Center of the American Experiment and Powerline contributor, slams Pritzker and fellow blue-state governors for defending their rigged electoral maps. Get John’s latest at powerlineblog.com 01:50:29 - Christopher Whalen, chairman of Whalen Global Advisors and editor of The Institutional Risk Analyst, issues a stark warning on NYC’s soaring living costs — saying the city is on a dangerous path toward complete unaffordability. Chris is also the author of Inflated: Money, Debt and the American Dream – 2nd Edition 02:08:04 - Bob Woodson, founder and president of the Woodson Center, on the The Media and a Mob in Cincinnati.Mr. Woodson is also the author of A Pathway to American Renewal: Red, White, and Black Volume IISee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Krok is in for Dan Proft this morning 0:00 - How Texas’ redistricting effort is having major implications across the US 15:54 -Texas redistricting: What's at stake as Republicans aim to pick up 5 House seats 34:06 - Crypto group says it orchestrated sex toy tosses in WNBA games 57:33 - The WNBA and Caitlin Clark’s Civil Rights 01:13:04 - Cincinnati brawl victim Holly speaks out on injuries after violent attack 01:32:09 - Mark Episkopos is a Research Fellow with the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft. He joined Chris Krok to talk about the potential for a meeting between President Trump and Vladimir Putin. 01:50:56 - Tony Kinnett is the National Correspondent for The Daily Signal. He joined Chris Krok to talk about the redistricting battle in Texas, and the Democrats fleeing the state. 01:57:51 - Brian Harrison is a State Representative in Texas. He shared a message for Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker. 02:11:14 - Open Mic FridaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:00 - Hunter Biden says he has a new job as director of development at BASTA Inc., an eviction defense org in Los Angeles 8:42 - Ohio senator introduces 'Holly's Act' for woman brutally beaten in viral Cincinnati attack 27:32 - Abbott Files Lawsuit to Start Removal 'Derelict Democrat Texas House Members' Who Fled State to Block Redistricting Bill 49:17 - Delia Ramirez's damage control 01:08:44 - Itai Biran is the Consul for Political and Commercial Affairs at the Consulate General of Israel to the Midwest. He joined Dan Proft with reaction to the humanitarian aid into Gaza and continued media bias against Israel 01:26:52 - Dershowitz at Good Pierogi stand at farmer's market in Martha's Vineyard confronting woman who wouldn't sell to him 01:42:15 - Paul Perez is President of the National Border Patrol Council. He joined Dan Proft with reaction to the outrage surrounding an ICE raid using a Penske rental truck. 01:57:36 - Thomas Baker is a retired FBI special agent and legal attaché and author of The Fall of the FBI: How a Once Great Agency Became a Threat to Democracy. He joined Dan Proft to talk about the FBI handling of the Epstein case and Russiagate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:00 - DOGE staffer known as ‘Big Balls’ attacked in DC 6:28 - Ex-CNN correspondent Jim Acosta interviews AI avatar of deceased Parkland shooting victim 27:03 - Texas governor asks court to remove House Democratic leader from office over walkout 52:19 - FAFO parenting: is 'F*** Around and Find Out' the antidote to gentle parenting? 01:06:17 - Thomas Weitzel is the retired Chief of Police of Riverside. He joined Dan Proft with reaction to recent acts of violence against police officers. 01:26:40 - Stephen Moore is a Noted Economist and author of The Trump Economic Miracle: And the Plan to Unleash Prosperity Again – co authored with Art Laffer 01:45:56 - Richard Epstein is the James Parker Hall Distinguished Service Professor Emeritus of Law, Senior Lecturer at the University of Chicago. He joined Dan Proft to talk about Tariffs and Executive Power. 02:05:30 - Susan Crabtree is RealClearPolitics’ national political correspondent and co-author of Fool’s Gold: The Radicals, Con Artists, and Traitors Who Killed the California Dream and Now Threaten Us AllSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:00 - These socialists are giddy that Zohran Mamdani's NYC could provide "free" sex-change surgeries 9:24 - Maddow: while the world was turning and you were falling in love a dictatorship befell America 26:59 - Texas House Democrats flee state to block Monday GOP redistricting 58-vote 46:30 - Why the Right Is Obsessed With Thinness - The New York Times 01:03:37 - In Depth History w/ Frank From Arlington Heights 01:06:27 - Liel Leibovitz, editor at large for Tablet and host of the “Rootless” podcast. He joined Dan Proft to talk about his column: No Chosen, No “Almost Chosen” 01:27:17 - Ted Dabrowski is President at Wirepoints, Inc. He joined Dan Proft with reaction to the comments by Delia Ramirez: "I am a proud Guatemalan before I am an American." and the sluggish job growth in Illinois under Governor Pritzker 01:43:08 - Dean Spears is Associate Professor of Economics at the University of Texas at Austin and co-author of After the Spike: Population, Progress, and the Case for People. 02:00:44 - John Tamny is editor of RealClearMarkets, Director of the Center for Economic Freedom at FreedomWorks and author of The Money Confusion: How Illiteracy about Currencies and Inflation Sets the Stage for the Crypto RevolutionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:00 - VP Vance On Sydney Sweeney Jeans Ad: Did Democrats Learn Nothing From 2024? 8:52 - Cincinnati mayor says he has not talked to victims of brutal beating, welcomes black preacher who demands they be arrested too 29:09 - Dozens of Texas Democratic lawmakers head to Illinois in protest against redistricting plan 54:09 - MLS Fan Kicked Out of Stadium for Wearing MAGA Hat 01:08:22 - Steven Bucci served America for three decades as an Army Special Forces officer and top Pentagon official, is a visiting fellow in The Heritage Foundation’s Allison Center for Foreign Policy Studies. He joined Dan Proft with reaction to Green Beret Tony Aguilar on Tucker criticizing IDF conduct at Gazan aid centers 01:32:36 - Scott McKay is the publisher of the Hayride, senior editor at the American Spectator, and author of Racism Revenge and Ruin and From Hellmarsh With Love – a Mike Holman Novel. He joined Dan Proft with reaction to the Texas lawmakers who have fled to Illinois because of the fight over mid-census redistricting. 01:48:17 - James Lawley is the founder of the YouTube Channel “Gent Z” and gent-z.com. He joined Dan Proft to talk about what masculinity means to younger generations. 02:06:09 - Carol Roth is an entrepreneur and author of You Will Own Nothing: Your War with a New Financial World Order and How to Fight Back. She joined Dan Proft with reaction to President Trump’s decision to fire the head of the Bureau of Labor StatisticsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:00 - "107 Days"...Kamala's memoir 7:27 - BLM Brandon's 26 ideas 27:25 - Durham Report annex release 51:30 - Former Cincinnati Mayor Ken Blackwell condemns city officials for their ridiculous response to the recent mob assault in downtown Cincinnati. 01:05:24 - RNC Senior Advisor Danielle Alvarez highlights President Trump’s impressive achievements—accomplished in just six months. Follow Danielle on X @Danielle_Alva 01:27:19 - Board Certified Behavior Analyst–Doctoral (BCBA-D) based in New York City and Co-Founder of KIT Educational Consulting, Jennifer Weber: Schools Must Make Classrooms Sane Again — and Ditch ‘Restorative Justice’ Check out Jennifer’s Issue Brief for the Manhattan Institute The Cost of Restorative Justice in New York City Schools 01:42:52 - Founder, CIO Perry International Capital Partners, LLC, James Perry, breaks down the July jobs report. Check out Perry International Capital Partners at perrycapitalpartners.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:00 - Cincy beatings 7:40 - Mamdani on defunding police 27:12 - Pelosi insider trading 47:44 - Host of “The Futures Edge Podcast” and special contributor to Wirepoints, Jim Iuorio, responds to Brandon Johnson's floated corporate head tax - "they're putting people against the wall who have options" For podcast updates & more @jimiuorio 01:06:34 - Clinical Professor of Law and Director of the Securities Law Clinic at Cornell Law School, William Jacobson: "You only have freedom on campuses if you are liberal, very liberal, far-left anarchist, or anti-Israel anti-American" Professor Jacobson is also the founder of LegalInsurrection.com and president of the Legal Insurrection Foundation 01:28:06 - SPORTS & POLITICS 01:47:53 - Chris Ferguson, professor of psychology at Stetson University: Dopamine Is Not Why Kids Love TikTok. Follow Chris on X @CJFerguson1111 02:09:49 - Martin Gurri, former CIA analyst, presently a Visiting Fellow at the Mercatus Center of George Mason University: Obama’s bruised ego was behind the corrupt plot to bring down Trump. Martin is also author of The Revolt of the Public and the Crisis of Authority in the New MillenniumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.