Juliana Stratton

Juliana Stratton, Illinois lieutenant governor and Democratic Senate nominee, joins for a sharp conversation after her primary win. They dig into the Pentagon’s $200 billion ask for Trump’s Iran war, the risk of rising gas and food costs, chaotic Capitol Hill hearings, AIPAC’s role in Illinois primaries, Trump’s gold coin grift, and Stratton’s blunt anti-Trump campaign message.

Juliana Stratton, the Lieutenant Governor of Illinois and a U.S. Senate candidate, digs into important issues like Trump’s National Guard deployment plan and how states can resist federal overreach. She emphasizes the need for local action, including protections for abortion and LGBTQ rights. Stratton also critiques the Supreme Court’s current alignment with authoritarian policies and shares her hopes for sustained civic engagement and grassroots activism. Tune in for her insights on maintaining checks against federal power!

Gabe Gutierrez, NBC News senior White House correspondent, dives into the Trump-Netanyahu meeting, revealing tensions over the Gaza ceasefire and Iran. Former U.S. Ambassador Bill Taylor offers insights on Ukraine-Russia negotiations, emphasizing the need for pressure on Putin and security guarantees for Ukraine. Meanwhile, Juliana Stratton, Illinois’ Lieutenant Governor, shares her vision for the Senate, focusing on affordability, minimum wage, and reproductive rights while highlighting her bipartisan achievements. A dynamic discussion on pressing global and local issues unfolds!