Former CNN anchor John Avlon is running for Congress on Long Island’s East End. But he's engaged in a Democratic primary, and now the Republican incumbent in the race Nick LaLota is facing a primary from George Santos.

Avlon joined Rich Barrabi to discuss the dynamics of this race -- and how he plans to win it.

Also, New York state's bail reform laws are once again under the microscope after four suspects accused of hacking up and scattering human remains across Nassau and Suffolk were released without bail. State Senator Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick joins the show with her reaction.

Finally, a busy week for Bruce Blakeman, who delivered the State of the County address and filed a new lawsuit against state Attorney General Letitia James.