Matthew Whitaker

Matthew Whitaker, U.S. Ambassador to NATO and former acting U.S. Attorney General, weighs in on defense spending and NATO's future amidst global tensions. He highlights the U.S.-Japan alliance and the push for allies to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP. Congressman Greg Murphy shares insights on the ongoing government shutdown, emphasizing the impact on federal workers and the debates around health care costs. Both guests stress the importance of bipartisan cooperation to address pressing economic and security challenges.