Reveille

December 4, 2025 / Duration: 2:00

Who Put These People In Charge? From National Security Failure to Market Madness

This week’s Reveille: From national security failures to Cook County’s guaranteed income program handing out $500 monthly checks, to the baffling decision by Chicago leaders to slash capacity at one of the nation’s most popular Christmas markets.

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