Quinton Lucas

Ashley Parker, a senior political analyst at MSNBC, discusses the National Guard's deployment and its implications for urban governance. Quinton Lucas, the Mayor of Kansas City, shares insights on President Trump’s controversial approach to Democrat-run cities. Historian Rick Perlstein provides historical context, examining the fraught relationship between Republican administrations and urban areas. The conversation dives into the rising tensions between federal authority and local governance, the narrative surrounding policing, and the impact of increased militarization on community perceptions.

Victoria Spartz, a Republican congresswoman and CPA from Indiana, discusses her opposition to Speaker Johnson's budget and raises concerns about healthcare fraud. Vaughn Hillard, NBC News White House correspondent, provides insights into the chaos surrounding federal worker layoffs initiated by Elon Musk's directive. Quinton Lucas, the Democratic mayor of Kansas City, shares how these layoffs are impacting his city, stressing the importance of humane treatment for those affected and the broader implications for local communities.