Astro jargon explanation:
Jupiter rules the solstice chart, as Sagittarius is rising—just as in the Natal Sibly USA chart. Symbol of expansion and growth, Jupiter conjoins (is placed next to) the Moon. Domestic affairs are at the forefront and issues that affect women and families (Moon) are very much part of the identity for this period. To add to the theme, the sign of Libra is on the Midheaven (MC) or top of the chart. Ruler Venus (younger women) uses her ability to communicate effectively to achieve her aims (Venus trines Mercury and the North Node) No wonder women are being courted by both presidential candidates.
During every summer solstice the sun meets the USA’s natal Venus, which indicates a good time. This is pretty fortunate for all Americans as we tend to feel good about ourselves around the fourth of July. It also points to a sense of ease, pleasure, and prosperity. This year is no exception as the Solstice chart sun conjoins transiting Venus, therefore bringing the USA’s Venus return. We are now due for a reassessment of our diplomatic values, our ability to compromise and promote peace. Venus is interested in creating a balanced, harmonious, pleasant environment and always prefers compromise over confrontation.
However, Pluto is opposing the Sun Venus pair and threatening to overpower every effort made to bring about a deal for peace. And unfortunately, Pluto is very powerful as it trines (makes a flowing connection to) Saturn and Mars. Watch for ruthless actions by our government. Are more military losses still in store? It may be so. Mars (force/ military) opposes Neptune (sacrifice) and both luminaries conjoin the nodal axis (the axis of dharma/karma, also axis of future fulfillment/past experiences). The fight and the military strength are not what it seems.
The economy looks better than we might think. Saturn in Virgo which rules the Capricorn 2nd house of money trines (is in harmony with) Pluto and sextile (gives opportunities) with the Sun and Venus in Cancer. However, with Pluto and Saturn, we seldom expect an easy picture as the combination of these two bodies can indicate coercion, subversion and organized crime. For a productive interpretation, it shows that hard work and analysis (Saturn in Virgo) brings new prospects in binging wealth (sextile Suns & Venus) while using reforming approaches (trine Pluto.)
