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Rep. Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore), chair of the Leigslative Ethics Commission, joins Patrick to discuss the release of the report investgiating sexual harasssment by former Rep. Harry Benton. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Illinois Republican Party Chairman Pat Brady joins Patrick to discuss the future for House Speaker Chris Welch and how Republicans could lose even more ground in Illinois in November. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

House Republican Leader Tony McCombie (R-Savanna) joins Patrick to talk about scandals rocking the Illinois General Assembly. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Rep. Mark Batinick discusses the challenges Speaker Chris Welch will face if he wants to stay in power.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Sun-Times reporter Robert Herguth joins Patrick to discuss reporting about unanswered questions regarding House Speaker Chris Welch.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Reeder of the Illinois Times joins Patrick to discuss the latest changes in the 183rd wing in Springfield and if Springfield Mayor Misty Buscher will have a serious challenger in 2027. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bill Scher of Washington Monthly magazine joins Patrick to discuss the politics of Iran, health care disclosures, and how the Democratic electorate is moving left. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Illinois congressman Joe Walsh joins Patrick to discuss the state of the media, disclosure of politicians' health issues, and 2028 candidates he likes (there aren't many.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Sun-Times political reporter Mitchell Armentrout joins Patrick to discuss if Speaker Chris Welch's job is in jeopardy and the pressure on indicted Rep. Carol Ammons (D-Urbana) to resign. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Tribune political reporter Dan Petrella talks about our visit with Gov. JB Pritzker and analyzes Pritzker's run for re-election.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Retired SJ-R reporter and columnist Bernie Schoenburg joins Patrick to discuss Governor JB Pritzker, ethics reform, and the Springfield Mayoral race in 2027.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Governor JB Pritzker joins Patrick for a wide ranging conversation ahead of the 2026 election.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Illinois AFL-CIO President Tim Drea joins Patrick to discuss the union's frustration with issues not advancing in the General Assembly and why they waited to issue endorsements for the November election. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sen. Steve McClure (R-Springfield) joins Patrick to discuss the need for ethics reform at the statehouse and Darren Bailey's struggling campaign for Governor. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conservative columnist for NOTUS and podcaster Matt Lewis joins Patrick for a chat about the grit of the first family and handicapping the 2028 race. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rep. Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) joins Patrick for conversation on House Speaker Chris Welch's future and the need for ethics reform. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WAND-TV political reporter Mike Miletich joins Patrick to discuss Speaker Chris Welch's role in addressing sexual harrassment cases and if Democrats will hold a serious investigation into indicted Rep. Carol Ammons (D-Urbana). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Rep. Tom Demmer joins Patrick to discuss ethics issues at the statehouse and Darren Bailey's performance in the race for governor. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Tribune political writer Rick Pearson joins Patrick to discuss Speaker Chris Welch's role in a sexual harassment scandal in the House and the race for Governor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rep. CD Davidsmeyer (R-Murrayville) joins Patrick to discuss ethics scandals in the House and fundraising challenges for the GOP.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daily Herald reporter Christopher Placek joins Patrick to discuss the latest developments, or lack thereof, in the Chicago Bears stadium sagaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Rep. Mark Batinick joins Patrick to discuss new reporting in the harassment claims against former Rep. Harry Benton and criminal charges against Rep. Carol Ammons (D-Urbana).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sangamon County Clerk Don Gray joins Patrick to discuss letters hitting mailboxes about a voter data breach and election integrity. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Republican 13th Congressional District candidate Jeff Wilson joins Patrick to discuss his campaign and a variety of issues facing voters in November. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brenden Moore of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss woeful fundraising numbers for Republicans around the state. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Lt. Governor Bob Kustra joins Patrick for a conversation about the state of the Republican Party, Governor Pritzker's job performance, and the future of the Illinois Republican Party. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth joins Patrick to discuss the war in Iran, the "SAVE America" Act, housing, and affordability. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Sun-Times political reporter Mitchell Armentrout joins Patrick to discuss Governor Pritzker's angling for a run for President in 2028.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Illinois Republican Party Chairman Pat Brady joins Patrick to chat about the gubernatorial race, legislative races, and if Alexi Giannoulias is running for Chicago Mayor. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Retired General and former Congressman Bill Enyart joins Patrick to discuss the war in Iran, defense spending, and the passing of Sen. Lindsey Graham.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Tribune political reporter Dan Petrella joins Patrick to discuss the race for Governor and ethics issues in the House Democratic caucus. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Champaign News-Gazette columnist Jim Dey joins Patrick to discuss the federal indictment of Rep. Carol Ammons (D-Urbana). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will Saletan, a writer for The Bulwark, joins Patrick to discuss the complicated legacy of late-U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Szalinzki of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss corruption in the statehouse and Governor Pritzker's 2028 angling. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Ian Hunt, Director of Acquisitions and Special Projects at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum, joined Patrick to talk about Lincoln's history on July 4 and the Block Party at ALPLM on July 4.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brenden Moore of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss the messy situation involving embattled Rep. Harry Benton (D-Plainfield). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comptroller Susana Mendoza joined Patrick to discuss the new state budget, eliminating the bill backlog, and her lane in the race for Chicago Mayor. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Rep. Mark Batinick joins Patrick to discuss Alexi Giannoulias and Susana Mendoza's mayoral hopes, Gov. Pritzker's presidential hopes, and the Illinois GOP's hopes for relevance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Tribune political reporter Dan Petrella joins Patrick to discuss the new state budget, Governor Pritzker's blossoming 2028 hopes, and union support for Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias' Chicago mayoral aspirations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Longtime Democratic strategist Thom Serafin joins Patrick to discuss the race for Governor, Pritzker 2028, and his party's leftward move.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Szalinski of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss taxpayer money going to the PGA Tour, A.I. slop in campaigns, and the rough outlook for Republicans in November. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Tribune political writer Rick Pearson joins Patrick to discuss the Supreme Court ruling on mail-in ballots and how it impacts Illinois and what the latest (lack of) progress over the Bears means for the ongoing See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fmr. Rep. Tom Demmer joins Patrick to discuss mistakes in the state budget and the challenges facing Republicans in November. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NewsChannel20 and FOX Illinois meteorologist Darren Leeds joins Patrick to discuss the dangerous heat wave slamming Illinois this week and its impact on July 4 activities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Retired General, former Illinois National Guard Adjutant General, and former Congresman Bill Enyart joins Patrick to discuss the Iran "deal," firing of top generals in the pentagon, and Metro East politics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brenden Moore of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss the latest Bears stadium drama, Darren Bailey's struggling campaign, and JB Pritzker's 2028 outlook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Democratic consultant and lobbyist Maze Jackson joins Patrick to discuss the long-running Bears stadium debate and if Democrats are moving too far left for their African American base. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Reeder of the Illinois Times joins Patrick to discuss Independence Day, AI in politics, and third parties. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sen. Steve McClure (R-Springfield) joined Patrick to discuss state and federal response to tornadoes in downstate Illinois, union support, and the outlook for Republicans in November. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bill Scher of Washington Monthly magazine joins Patrick to discuss the leftward move of Democrats and which Democrat is messaging best for 2028.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute joins Patrick to discuss whether Illinois will opt in to a federal school choice program. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.