The MeidasTouch Podcast Illinois Lt. Gov. Stratton Responds to Trump’s Imminent Invasion
Sep 7, 2025
Juliana Stratton, Illinois Lieutenant Governor, shares her insights on the state's preparedness for a controversial military presence. She discusses the challenge of maintaining community safety amidst political chaos and advocates for peaceful protest as a means to address deeper issues affecting crime. Stratton also reflects on her race for governor, emphasizing the importance of leadership focused on citizen welfare. Her perspectives shed light on the implications of militarization and the vital need for accountability.
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Two‑Step Federal Provocation Strategy
- Ben Meiselas frames the federal plan as a two-pronged provocation using ICE then the military to justify intervention.
- He argues this is a manufactured pretext rather than a genuine emergency in cities like Chicago.
ICE Arrests Outside Courthouses
- A CBS Chicago story showed ICE arresting a woman outside a domestic violence hearing, deterring survivors from seeking help.
- Victim advocates warned the arrests create fear and reduce courthouse attendance for protection.
Protest Peacefully—Don’t Take The Bait
- Juliana Stratton urges people to exercise their First Amendment rights but do so peacefully to avoid giving provokers leverage.
- She repeatedly warns activists not to "take the bait" of provocations by federal agents.