Chicago's Morning Answer with Dan Proft

0:00 - dispelling the lies about "medicaid cuts" 11:46 - The Ice Cream Man 33:50 - Learning more about Zohran Mamdani 54:46 - Bob Fioretti, former alderman and recent Republican candidate for Cook County State’s Attorney, shares his work as Vice Chair of the Chicago Bar Association’s Anti-Human Trafficking Committee. 01:10:08 - In-depth History with Frank from Arlington Heights 01:13:34 - American competitive eater from Chicago and defending Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Champ, Patrick Bertoleltti, details his game plan as he gears up to face Joey Chestnut this Friday at Coney Island. You can follow Patrick on instagram @deepdisheats 01:28:10 - Ted Dabrowski, president of Wirepoints, says Governor Pritzker has already pushed Illinois far to the left—and warns he’ll go even further as he positions himself for a presidential run. Get Ted’s latest at wirepoints.org  01:47:46 - Dennis Leavitt, CEO of United We Pledge, on empowering America’s youth to become more informed and engaged citizens. For more info visit unitedwepledge.org 02:04:39 - Crayton Caudill of Level 10 Coatings explains how he turned Amy’s garage into a show-stopping paradise. Let Level 10 Coatings transform your garage level10coatings.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:00 - 2 Firefighters Killed in Idaho Sniper Ambush 10:47 - President Trump is on a roll!  25:13 - June is not just LGBTQ plus, plus, plus but it’s also Black Music Month 30:03 - Douglass Park shooting 50:16 - Spokesperson for the Clean Energy Choice Coalition and the CEO of Strategia Consulting - a Government affairs and crisis communications firm - Lisa Druss, brings attention to a new ordinance in Oak Park banning natural gas connection in new construction projects. For more on the Clean Energy Choice Coalition ourcleanenergychoice.com and for more on Strategia Consulting teamstrategia.com 01:07:59 - Steven Bucci, visiting fellow in The Heritage Foundation’s Allison Center for Foreign Policy Studies, says it is ludicrous to believe Iran can rebuild in a couple of weeks after after the devasting blow Trump gave to their nuclear program 01:29:30 - Illinois Republican Party Chair Kathy Salvi shares how you can support the party as it gears up for the 2026 governor’s race. Subscribe to the Chairman’s Newsletter illinois.gop  01:45:26 - Benjamin D. Giffone – pastor, chaplain, and missionary - discusses his new book A House Divided: Technology, Worship, and Healing the Church After COVID. For more from Benjamin thinkhardthinkwell.com  02:03:57 - Licensed Private Detective and former Chicago policeman, Paul Huebl, investigates the Douglass Park shootingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:00 - The KING has made it official 31:49 - Reaction to Zohran Mamdani's victory continues 50:26 - Charles V Payne, host of Making Money - weekdays 1pm CT on FOX Business - and author of Unbreakable Investor: it's not about getting rich - it's about building the foundation for the next generation. Follow Charles on X @cvpayne 01:11:22 - Alderman for the 15th ward, Ray Lopez, on crime, curfews and the Alders chances against the Chicago Police Knights later next month. Help Support Inner City Youth Programs and see the Chicago Alders vs the Chicago Police Knights in a fundraiser softball game - July 20 12pm at Kerry Wood Cubs Field - cpdknightsbaseball.com 01:31:59 - Longtime Chicago radio personality and author of Broken Mary and Mary’s Roadie, Kevin Matthews shares updates on his journey with Mary—and brings back an old friend for a surprise visit. For more on Kevin’s books and an upcoming documentary BrokenMary.com 01:48:08 - Steve Cortes, founder of the League of American Workers, discusses his new documentary BLOWN AWAY: Exposing the Wind Scam. Check out Blown Away on X @CortesSteve 02:06:30 - OPEN MIC FRIDAYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:00 - Wealthy white liberals strike again! 13:35 - Democrats wishing to lose the ‘26 midterms should promote a 33 year-old socialist devoid of executive experience for mayor of America’s largest city and impeach a president who ended a tyrannical regime’s nuclear threat while achieving a ceasefire days later 33:23 - Who’s YOUR DADDY? 52:44 - Anita Padilla, former anchor at FOX 32, now News Director Florida’s Voice, looks ahead to Florida's gubernatorial primary - which may not get ugly but will definitely be complicated. Follow Anita at Florida’s Voice flvoicenews.com 01:11:05 - Dustin Grage, columnist at Townhall.com, shares a bizarre twist in the relationship between Minnesota's governor Walz and the alleged Minnesota assassin. Keep up with Dustin on X @GrageDustin 01:32:28 - Robert Mark, veteran pilot and Jetwhine.com publisher, unpacks the latest on this month’s Air India crash. Follow Rob on X @jetwhine 01:51:13 - Carol Roth, entrepreneur and author of You Will Own Nothing: Your War with a New Financial World Order and How to Fight Back, looks at why young folks are embracing socialism. Check out Carol’s  free economic newsletter carolroth.com/NEWS 02:10:57 - Larry Kudlow, host of  Kudlow weekdays 3pm CT on FOX Business & served as Assistant to the President for Economic Policy and Director of the National Economic Council under President Trump: Deficits will melt away if the economy is growing - Growth is Everything. Follow Larry on X @larry_kudlowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:00 - You Don't Mess with the Zohran 11:56 - Who is telling the truth about the damage assessment at the 3 Nuclear Sites in Iran? 33:47 - President of the Heritage Foundation, Kevin Roberts, believes Zohran Mamdani will show the nation that the left is no longer an option. Follow Kevin on X  @KevinRobertsTX 50:35 - Chief of Police in Willow Springs and former Superintendent of the Chicago Police Department, Garry McCarthy: In two years will Pritzker explain to Crystal Rivera's daughter why mommy's not home but the guy who started the whole thing is back out on the street? 01:10:25 - You Don't Mess with the Zohran part II 01:27:02 - Abe Froman Jr, Director of Operations at Digital Asset Redemption, shares some tips & tricks of the Bitcoin trade 01:43:55 - Liz Collin, multi–Emmy Award–winning reporter and anchor, revisits and updates her documentary The Fall of Minneapolis, which chronicles the George Floyd riots and their impact on policing, politics, and the city’s future. For the full investigation, go to thefallofminneapolis.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liz Collin, multi–Emmy Award–winning reporter and anchor, revisits and updates her documentary The Fall of Minneapolis, which chronicles the George Floyd riots and their impact on policing, politics, and the city’s future. For the full investigation, go to thefallofminneapolis.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:00 - Iran fights back but was it just for show? 11:19 - Someone has EGG on their face and her name is Marjorie Taylor Green!! 30:33 - Jay Trombley, member of Cross Pointe Community Church in Wayne MI and its safety team: God's hand covered and protected all of us in each step 48:14 - President of the Chicago Fraternal Order of Police, John Catanzara Jr., on the state of Brandon Johnson's Chicago and some words of warning to primary voters in NYC 01:06:53 - In-depth History with Frank from Arlington Heights  01:10:24 - Scott McKay,  publisher of the Hayride & senior editor at the American Spectator, on the Israel/Iran ceasefire. Check out Scott’s most recent books  King Of The Jungle and From Hellmarsh With Love 01:29:08 - Ted Dabrowski, president at Wirepoints, expects Pritzker to announce whether or not he’ll run for reelection in the next couple of weeks. Check out Ted’s latest at wirepoints.org 01:44:33 - Former Chicago Police Superintendent, Richard Brzeczek, tells the story behind the Tylenol murders.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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0:00 - OPERATION MIDNIGHT HAMMER 12:!1 - TRUMP MET THE MOMENT ON IRAN 32:57 - Did Trump have the AUTHORITY to attack? 55:17 - Ron Onesti, president of  the Joint Civic Committee of Italian Americans, gives an update on the whereabouts of Chicago’s Columbus statues. For more on the Joint Civic Committee of Italian Americans jccia.com 01:13:57 - Steven Bucci, visiting fellow in The Heritage Foundation’s Allison Center for Foreign Policy Studies, believes the ultimate solution is returning Iran to the Iranian people 01:34:25 - Executive Director of the Climate Science Coalition of America, Steve Goreham, on the end of government subsidies and tax breaks for green energy. Checkout out Steve’s book  Green Breakdown: The Coming Renewable Energy Failure 01:49:14 - Remembering Sister Rosemary 02:06:51 - Ed Morrissey, managing editor for HotAir.com, on the Dems' Breathtaking Hypocrisy On War Powers. Ed is a must follow on X @EdMorrisseySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:00 - John Anthony and Michael Koolidge are filling in for Dan and Amy this morning 13:46 - Jasmine Crockett: MAGA Followers ‘Sick,’ Military Being Exploited 31:18 - Michael Letts is the founder of InVest USA. He joined John Anthony and Michael Koolidge to talk about the Trump administration investigations. 49:17 - Priscilla Rahn is the former Vice Chairman of the Colorado Republican Committee, a master educator and licensed principal, a small business entrepreneur, Douglas County Planning Commissioner and a member of the Denver Police Chief’s Community Advisory Board. She joined John Anthony and Michael Koolidge to talk about Juneteenth Day. 01:09:12 - Adam Weinstein, U.S. Marine who served in Afghanistan and currently Deputy Director of the Middle East Program at the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft, says, "The Wall Street Journal report this morning that Tehran is looking for de-escalation is good — we should be rooting for diplomacy. But that’s not going to happen until Israel stops actively striking Iranian targets — and it seems like that will only come about if Trump puts pressure on Netanyahu." 01:26:54 - Michigan State Rep Joe Aragona shared his experience visiting the White House on Tuesday with other House Republicans 01:46:12 - Thomas Weitzel is the retired Chief of Police of Riverside. He joined John and Mike to talk about the curfew debate in the city of Chicago. 02:00:49 - Open Mic FridaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.