Open Borders & Benefits Fraud

Open Borders & Benefits Fraud

Author: Dan Proft April 16, 2026 Duration: 2:26:03

0:30 - Sheridan Gorman killer arraigned

12:58 - Manhattan Institute interview with illegal immigrant trans covered by Medi-Cal

34:37 - Anti-Fraud Task Force

51:32 - Alex Traiman, CEO and Jerusalem bureau chief for JNS.org, urges the U.S. and Israel to finish the job and take down the Iranian regime. Keep updated on X with Alex @traiman

01:11:50 - Libertyville

01:36:53 - Justin Logan of the Cato Institute on Trump’s threats to NATO and why he says even seemingly unwise moves can serve a strategic purpose. Follow Justin on X @JustinTLogan

01:50:16 -  Editor of Commonplace magazine, Haisten Willis, on Pride and Polarization and why Dan Proft is Single

02:08:29 - Leaving Idaho

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Each weekday morning, the conversation across Chicago's kitchens and commutes finds a focal point in Chicago's Morning Answer with Dan Proft. This isn't a curated slice of news, but a comprehensive look at the stories shaping the day, whether they originate in the corridors of power in Washington, the statehouse in Springfield, or the cultural shifts happening locally. Dan Proft, known for his sharp political analysis in Illinois, steers these discussions with a perspective that cuts through the noise. The podcast delivers the full, unfiltered experience of the live radio program, capturing the dynamic four-hour broadcast from 5 to 9 AM CT. Listeners hear a blend of timely interviews, candid commentary, and robust debate that spans politics, policy, and societal trends. It’s designed for those who want to start their day informed, not just with headlines, but with context and consequence. Tuning into this podcast means getting the essential information and analysis that defines the morning dialogue for countless Chicagoans, all centered on what matters most to the region and the nation.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

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Podcast Episodes
The Demon Lady With the Scarves [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:35:31
0:30 - NIH Director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya on Hantavirus 15:19 - All Jim Crow all the time on MS Now 37:02 - Who's having a Pratt summer? LA is worth saving ad 01:01:52 - Magic endorses Bass 01:20:40 - Heritage Foundation…
No One Can Earn a Billion Dollars?! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:33:46
0:30 - TN State Rep. Justin Pearson 14:14 - Jessica Gorman on Ald. Hadden: not wrong place, wrong time 34:02 - Trump: ceasefire still on, you'll know when it isn't 55:42 - Noted economist Stephen Moore: The biggest wealt…
Samantha Steele: Not Guilty [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:23:29
0:30 - Samantha Steele 13:25 - Anjanette Young 34:02 - Libertyville HS 52:36 - Editor of National Review Rich Lowry: Operation Epic Fury is highlighting the utter brilliance of ‘Drill, baby, drill’ Rich is also the autho…
Primary BLOODBATH [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:24:44
0:30 - IN primary results 13:11 - Kirk Bangstad's message to MAGA 35:26 - BENEFITS FRAUD 59:25 - Trump in Oval Office: Iran should wave the white flag 01:13:39 - American Islamic Forum for Democracy President Zuhdi Jasse…
Illinois School Districts Under DOJ Investigation [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:25:28
0:30 - DOJ investigation of 36 IL school districts 14:42 - Libertyville HS 128 school board meeting 33:53 - Swalwell (Gallego?) 55:16 - Liel Leibovitz, editor at large for Tablet and host of the “Rootless” podcast: Every…
Elizabeth Warren: Broken Spirit [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:31:47
0:30 - Spirit Airlines 17:14 - Walgreens 38:03 - LA Mayor's race 01:01:16 - Alicia Nieves, lawyer focused on immigration and national-security issues: The Supreme Court’s vote ruling empowers minorities. Alicia writes fr…
Pritzker is Destroying Illinois [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:40:02
0:30 -Welcome Back Mike Scott! 13:47 - DOJ on the JOB on Fraud 35:03 - Pritzker's Accountability Commission 55:31 -Path Trading Partners co-founder and Futures Edge co-host Bob Iaccino says he’s surprised state and feder…
Protect The Vote [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:23:55
0:30 - Governor Pritzker finally speaks about the shootings of two Chicago Police officers 13:47 - Pritzker Purge Law 35:03 - Governor JB Pritzker has just revealed that he and other governors are planning things to “pro…
James Comey INDICTED ...again [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:23:00
0:30 - Comey Indictment 35:58 - Madigan Appeal rejected 56:43 - Eliot Wilson, contributing editor at Defence On The Brink and senior fellow for national security at the Coalition for Global Prosperity: Royalty still has…
Emergency Brake to Psychotic Break [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:27:14
0:30 - Karoline Leavitt: shooter's manifesto indistinguishable from Left's daily rap 14:44 - Hakeem Jeffries responds to Leavitt 37:55 - Cop killer, judge 59:54 - Strauss Center Senior Fellow and former Deputy Assistant…