Benny Johnson Interviews Laura Trump on Senate Nomination and Trump Supporters' Impact on Washington
“May I help you? Are you a member of the turtle club?” Laura Trump jokingly said, referencing the popular line, “But am I not turtle enough for the turtle club?” There’s a lightheartedness in the conversation, even as she touches on the serious topic of her potential Senate nomination.
“Is he okay? He’s been afraid of this place ever since he was a child,” she quips, laughing. After a moment of humor, she dives into the heart of the conversation.
“Look, I’m not here to play the ‘could they, should they, would they’ game about your potential Senate run,” Benny Johnson begins. “You can be coy all you want, Laura. You're so polite and sweet.”
To which Laura responds, “I’ve thrown my hat in the ring, and let’s see what happens. It would be great to get some Trumps back in Washington. We know that 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue will have a Trump, but there's also an open Senate seat in Florida. I’ve called Florida home for the past three and a half years, and having served as co-chair of the RNC, I've seen how impactful it can be to serve. If our governor, Ron DeSantis, decides it’s the right time, I’d be honored to step up as the next senator from Florida.”
Laura continues, "I’ve spoken on social media before, and when Anna Polina Luna came on this program and said ‘Laura Trump for Senate,’ it resonated with me. As we think about the makeup of the United States Senate, especially when you look at demographics—how women voted, how mothers voted—it’s clear that mothers want to see change. They voted for RFK Jr. because they want to protect their children’s future and health.”
She adds, “With the looming threat of a World War III, there’s also a war on our health happening here. As a mother, I take pride in maintaining a healthy family, and that’s something I want to advocate for in the Senate. It’s an opportunity to be uniquely represented within the Senate body.”
Benny agrees, “Absolutely. There’s a real underrepresentation of moms, especially younger moms with children. You have Senator Katie Britt from Alabama, whose kids are older, but we need more representation for younger moms who are concerned about the future of their children.”
Laura responds, “I think parents want to know that the country we’re leaving behind for our kids is safe and healthy. We need to ensure the food we feed our children doesn’t poison them. Right now, that's a genuine concern. Donald Trump can’t do this alone. He needs Congress to pass lasting change, and that’s why we need fighters in Washington.”
She continues, “Mothers of young children, like myself, can truly represent the concerns of families across the nation. I would love to do that.”
Benny agrees, “And working mothers are perhaps the most underrepresented group in Washington. We don't have a country without mothers and parents. Yet, Washington seems so disconnected from these crucial issues.”
Laura adds, “That’s why it’s so important to have people with large families in leadership roles. It’s not just about representation but understanding what real American families go through every day.”
She also highlights the importance of education reform, citing the dire state of the U.S. education system, which has fallen behind many other countries. “We need to stop the grip that teachers’ unions have on our children's futures. It’s time to blow up the broken systems and get people in office who can make lasting change. And Donald Trump needs disruptors, not career politicians.”
Benny chimes in, “The moment for change is now. We can’t let these systems continue to fail our kids.”
She adds, “With the looming threat of a World War III, there’s also a war on our health happening here. As a mother, I take pride in maintaining a healthy family, and that’s something I want to advocate for in the Senate. It’s an opportunity to be uniquely represented within the Senate body.”
Benny agrees, “Absolutely. There’s a real underrepresentation of moms, especially younger moms with children. You have Senator Katie Britt from Alabama, whose kids are older, but we need more representation for younger moms who are concerned about the future of their children.”
Laura responds, “I think parents want to know that the country we’re leaving behind for our kids is safe and healthy. We need to ensure the food we feed our children doesn’t poison them. Right now, that's a genuine concern. Donald Trump can’t do this alone. He needs Congress to pass lasting change, and that’s why we need fighters in Washington.”
She continues, “Mothers of young children, like myself, can truly represent the concerns of families across the nation. I would love to do that.”
Benny agrees, “And working mothers are perhaps the most underrepresented group in Washington. We don't have a country without mothers and parents. Yet, Washington seems so disconnected from these crucial issues.”
Laura adds, “That’s why it’s so important to have people with large families in leadership roles. It’s not just about representation but understanding what real American families go through every day.”
She also highlights the importance of education reform, citing the dire state of the U.S. education system, which has fallen behind many other countries. “We need to stop the grip that teachers’ unions have on our children's futures. It’s time to blow up the broken systems and get people in office who can make lasting change. And Donald Trump needs disruptors, not career politicians.”
