The Ray Stevens Show

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Joseph Johnson Discusses Illinois House Controversy and 55th District Campaign Jul 24, 2026

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Joseph Johnson, a candidate for Illinois' 55th District, joins Ray Stevens to discuss his campaign and weigh in on the ongoing controversy surrounding Illinois House Speaker Chris Welch. Johnson shared his views on key issues facing voters and outlined his priorities as he seeks to represent the district in Springfield

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The Ray Stevens Show (July 22, 2026) | Nuclear Energy, ICE Enforcement & Illinois Pay Raises Jul 22, 2026

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Indiana Gov. Mike Braun joins the show to discuss his plan to expand nuclear energy and power Indiana's future. Eric Barden, police chief of Zion and president of the Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police, highlights Illinois Speed Awareness Day and the importance of slowing down to save lives. Former Yuma Sector Chief Patrol Agent Chris Clem discusses comments from Tom Homan on expanded ICE enforcement in New York City, including the use of body cameras and traffic stops. Dylan Sharkey of Illinois Policy examines new data showing Illinois lawmakers' salaries have increased faster than the paychecks of many state residents under Gov. J.B. Pritzker.

Key Segments:

Indiana's nuclear energy expansion
Illinois Speed Awareness Day
ICE enforcement and border security
Illinois lawmaker pay raises

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Tom Emmer Pushes FRAUD Act to Crack Down on Foreign Scammers Jul 21, 2026

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House Majority Whip Tom Emmer joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss the FRAUD Act, legislation aimed at cracking down on foreign scammers who target taxpayer money through fake businesses and other schemes. Emmer explains how the bill would strengthen enforcement, hold local officals accountable and better protect consumers from increasingly sophisticated scams.

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