The Ray Stevens Show (Sept. 15, 2026) | Brandon Johnson’s Reelection, Ukraine Tensions & Fighting Veteran Suicide

Mary Ann Ahern, NBC 5 political reporter, discusses Brandon Johnson’s decision to run for reelection and his chances in an increasingly crowded Chicago mayoral race. Gen. Richard Newton, senior national security contributor for NewsNation, examines Vladimir Putin’s warning over European troops in Ukraine and questions about whether the U.S. has reached a weapons shortage. Jennifer Carbonara of Des Plaines American Legion Auxiliary Unit 36 discusses the Be the One Expo and efforts to connect veterans with support and resources. Lilly Rossi of Illinois Policy looks at a proposal that could give Aurora residents the ability to recall elected officials. Key Segments: Brandon Johnson announces his reelection campaign The crowded Chicago mayoral race Putin’s warning over European troops in Ukraine U.S. weapons supply and national security Be the One Expo and the fight against veteran suicide Aurora residents and the possibility of recalling elected officials Trans-Siberian Orchestra ticket giveaway See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.