Speaker Mike Johnson Breaks Down The House Battle For NJ-7 And Defending America's Founding Principles

We dive headfirst into the growing ideological shift inside the Democrat Party on The Dawn Stensland Show. Sitting in for Dawn, Dan Borowski and Matt Rooney break down how radical candidates are gaining traction nationwide, from outrageous social media stunts to progressive local policies that fail to fix everyday infrastructure. We tackle the growing influence of extreme left-wing agendas, how public education contributes to this shift, and why universal school choice remains the single most critical battleground for conservative families trying to protect the next generation. We sit down with U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson and Congressman Tom Kane Jr. during their high-stakes swing through New Jersey’s 7th Congressional District. Speaker Johnson breaks down why NJ-7 is one of the most vital toss-up seats in the country for the 2026 midterms and lays out the stark contrast between common-sense governance and creeping socialism. Congressman Kane highlights his legislative fights for middle-class SALT deduction relief, innovation tax cuts, and eliminating taxes on tips and overtime to make life affordable for tri-state families. Plus, we address the critical need for nationwide voter ID laws following troubling updates regarding non-citizens on state voter rolls. We take a hard look at the dangerous long-term consequences of sanctuary state policies. Reflecting on the lessons of the 9/11 Commission, we highlight how blocking communication between local law enforcement and federal immigration authorities mirrors the exact structural breakdowns that preceded September 11th. We warn against repeating these catastrophic mistakes, pointing out how open borders and sanctuary status undermine national security, stretch local resources, and endanger law-abiding citizens across New Jersey and Pennsylvania.