[Tuesday, June 10] US News Headlines from r/Conservative

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1. Immigration Enforcement and Policy

1.1 ICE Operations and Deportations

The Trump administration has intensified immigration enforcement operations across the country, particularly in Los Angeles. Following White House intervention after deportation numbers fell short of campaign promises, federal agents were instructed to “just go out there and arrest illegal aliens” [1]. The Department of Homeland Security reports that ICE is targeting individuals they describe as the “worst of the worst illegal alien criminals” including those accused of violent crimes [2]. These operations continue despite significant public protests. Mexican authorities have begun providing legal assistance to undocumented migrants arrested by ICE in Los Angeles [3], introducing an international dimension to the enforcement actions.

[1] The White House Marching Orders That Sparked the L.A. Migrant Crackdown. After deportations fell short of President Trump’s campaign promises, federal agents summoned to a meeting in Washington were told to ‘just go out there and arrest illegal aliens’, https://www.wsj.com/us-news/protests-los-angeles-immigrants-trump-f5089877
[2] ICE Captures Worst of the Worst Illegal Alien Criminals in Los Angeles Including Murderers, Sex Offenders, and Other Violent Criminals, https://www.dhs.gov/news/2025/06/08/ice-captures-worst-worst-illegal-alien-criminals-los-angeles-including-murderers
[3] Mexico Provides Legal Aid to Illegal Migrants Arrested by ICE in L.A., https://www.breitbart.com/immigration/2025/06/09/mexico-provides-legal-aid-to-illegal-immigrants-arrested-by-ice-in-los-angeles/

1.2 Immigration Policy Developments

A Democratic state representative in Minnesota publicly acknowledged being in the United States illegally during an official legislative debate, but reportedly quickly backtracked on this statement [1]. On a state level, Minnesota lawmakers have rescinded immigrant health coverage during budget finalizations [2]. President Trump addressed new citizens in a ceremony video emphasizing cultural preservation [3]. Public opinion data has emerged showing significant Trump support among immigrant populations [4].

[1] Minnesota Democrat Reveals She Is An Illegal Immigrant, Quickly Backtracks, https://www.dailywire.com/news/minnesota-democrat-reveals-she-is-an-illegal-immigrant-quickly-backtracks
[2] New Minnesota budget sealed up in legislative spree as immigrant health coverage rescinded - Austin Daily Herald, https://www.austindailyherald.com/2025/06/new-minnesota-budget-sealed-up-in-legislative-spree-as-immigrant-health-coverage-rescinded/
[3] Trump tells new citizens to preserve American culture in ceremony video, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trump-urge-newly-naturalized-u-s-citizens-defend-american-way-life-video.amp
[4] CNN Data Guru’s Latest Numbers on Trump Support With Immigrants Will Make Libs Angry Enough to Riot Again, https://redstate.com/rusty-weiss/2025/06/10/cnn-data-gurus-latest-numbers-on-trump-support-with-immigrants-will-make-libs-angry-enough-to-riot-again-n2190281

2. Los Angeles Civil Unrest and Federal Response

2.1 Protest/Riot Developments

Civil unrest related to ICE enforcement operations has intensified in Los Angeles and spread to other cities including Texas and San Francisco [1]. Property damage has been reported, with Apple retail stores and a CVS pharmacy in downtown Los Angeles looted during nighttime hours [2] [3]. Unidentified masked individuals have been observed distributing riot gear and supplies to protesters [4], raising questions about possible coordination.

The characterization of these events has become politically contentious, with Representative Maxine Waters quoted saying “No violence in LA. Don’t believe what you saw” [5] and “There was NO violence. Get it in your head” [6]. These statements contrast with reports claiming casualties [7]. Questions have emerged about who is organizing the protests [8], with some reports suggesting “well-funded, organized leftists” have played a role [9].

[1] AntiICE Protests Spread to Texas, San Francisco as L.A. Riots Continue, https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2025/06/09/anti-ice-protests-spread-texas-san-francisco-l-a-riots-continue/
[2] Apple store in downtown LA being looted last night, https://x.com/mattdizwhitlock/status/1932401542998450364
[3] Rioters are breaking into and looting Apple stores in LA… in protest of ICE., https://x.com/bennyjohnson/status/1932414470258643152?s=46&t=eWhREji71-GILA9-yU41oQ
[4] LA protests: Riot gear distributed by masked group sparks questions, https://www.foxla.com/news/la-protest-gear-distribution-guard-response
[5] Rep. Maxine Waters (D): “No violence in LA. Don’t believe what you saw.”, https://x.com/EndWokeness/status/1932439357060956415?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1932439357060956415%7Ctwgr%5Ee265bb167fdce7130d471cd2da29451a31100064%7Ctwcon%5Es1_
[6] Maxine Waters: “There was NO violence. Get it in your head”, https://x.com/tpantheman/status/1932501921606349139?s=46
[7] Hey, Dems, You Can’t Say the LA Riots Are Peaceful When Dead Bodies Are Turning Up, https://townhall.com/tipsheet/mattvespa/2025/06/10/hey-dems-you-cant-say-the-la-riots-are-peaceful-when-dead-bodies-are-turning-up-n2658559
[8] Who Is Behind the Los Angeles ICE Riots?, https://www.tabletmag.com/sections/news/articles/who-is-behind-los-angeles-ice-riots
[9] How Well-Funded, Organized Leftists Helped Jumpstart LA Riots, https://dailycaller.com/2025/06/10/well-funded-organized-leftists-helped-jumpstart-la-riots-los-angeles/

2.2 Military and Law Enforcement Response

The federal government has escalated its response by deploying military personnel. U.S. Marines have been ordered to Los Angeles to assist in controlling the demonstrations [1], with reports indicating approximately 700 Marines already deployed [2]. President Trump has authorized an additional 2,000 National Guard troops to the region [3]. The Pentagon has developed specific “use of force” protocols for military personnel operating in this context [2].

In New York City, law enforcement has reportedly arrested “dozens” of anti-ICE protesters at Trump Tower [4]. Attorney General Pam Bondi has announced that authorities have identified an individual filmed throwing rocks during the Los Angeles demonstrations, placing this person on a “most wanted” list [5].

[1] US Marines to deploy to Los Angeles to help quell antiICE riots, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/us-marines-deploy-los-angeles-help-quell-anti-ice-riots
[2] Pentagon draws up rules for “USE OF FORCE” in LA. 700+ Marines now deployed. Hegseth “obligation to defend federal law enforcement even if Newsom won’t”, https://x.com/tpantheman/status/1932218212495589561?s=46
[3] Trump Authorizes Another 2,000 Guardsmen to LA, https://www.newsmax.com/politics/immigration-protests-los-angeles/2025/06/09/id/1214234/
[4] Report: Dozens of AntiICE Protesters Busted at Trump Tower in NYC, https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2025/06/09/dozens-anti-ice-protesters-busted-trump-tower-nyc/
[5] “Attorney General Pam Bondi says the “rock thrower” in Los Angeles has been identified and is on the “most wanted” list.” (X/@CollinRugg), https://x.com/collinrugg/status/1932249049266327620?s=46&t=VlU0x8mtOUPevReWHf1PBw

2.3 Federal-State Conflicts

A significant legal battle has emerged between federal and state authorities. A federal judge has rejected California’s bid to block President Trump from deploying Marines and National Guard troops to Los Angeles [1], denying Governor Gavin Newsom’s emergency motion while scheduling arguments for Thursday [2].

President Trump has indicated willingness to invoke the Insurrection Act if he determines the Los Angeles situation constitutes an insurrection [3], stating he is “not playing around” [4]. The president has also announced that potential protests at a planned June 14 Army parade will be met with “very big force” [5].

[1] “Federal judge rejects California’s request to immediately block Trump from using Marines and National Guard to enforce law — CNN” (X/@disclosetv), https://x.com/disclosetv/status/1932550987723506152
[2] Judge rejects California’s bid to block Trump from deploying Marines, National Guard to LA, schedules arguments for Thursday, https://x.com/thetonus/status/1932548390425923907?s=46
[3] President Trump says that if he believes there is an insurrection in L.A., he will invoke the Insurrection Act., https://x.com/huberton/status/1932477682337354211?s=46
[4] ‘I Am Not Playing Around’: Trump Hammers Home His Determination On L.A. Riots, https://www.dailywire.com/news/i-am-not-playing-around-trump-hammers-home-his-determination-on-l-a-riots?topStoryPosition=undefined&author=Hank+Berrien&category=News&elementPosition=0&row=1&rowHeadline=Top+Stories&rowType=Top+Stories
[5] Trump: June 14 Army Parade Protests Will Be Met With ‘Very Big Force’, https://www.newsmax.com/us/army-parade-250th/2025/06/10/id/1214328/

3. Political Leadership Reactions

3.1 Administration and Congressional Positions

The White House has taken a direct stance on the Los Angeles demonstrations through official communications and resource deployment. The administration has announced what it characterizes as “the largest tax cut in history for working and middle-class Americans” [1] and put forward a budget-related “rescissions package” to eliminate “billions in woke, wasteful spending” [2].

In Congress, Democratic Senator John Fetterman has notably criticized fellow Democrats for their response to what is characterized as “anarchy in Los Angeles” [3], with one headline describing him as “the only one in his party telling the truth about the LA riots” [4]. A Republican representative has called for accountability regarding the Los Angeles Police Department’s reportedly delayed response in assisting ICE officers [5].

[1] The Largest Tax Cut in History for Working and Middle-Class Americans, https://www.whitehouse.gov/articles/2025/06/the-largest-tax-cut-in-history-for-working-and-middle-class-americans/
[2] White House Rescissions Package Would End Billions In Woke, Wasteful Spending, Congressman Says, https://www.dailywire.com/news/white-house-rescissions-package-would-end-billions-in-woke-wasteful-spending-congressman-says
[3] Sen John Fetterman Torches His Own Party Over Response to Anarchy in Los Angeles, https://redstate.com/rusty-weiss/2025/06/10/sen-john-fetterman-torches-his-own-party-over-response-to-anarchy-in-los-angeles-n2190273
[4] This Dem Senator Is the Only One in His Party Telling the Truth About the LA Riots, https://townhall.com/tipsheet/mattvespa/2025/06/10/this-dem-senator-is-the-only-one-telling-the-truth-about-the-la-riots-n2658510
[5] GOP lawmaker demands accountability for LAPD’s delayed response time helping assaulted ICE officers, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/gop-lawmaker-demands-accountability-lapds-delayed-response-time-helping-assaulted-ice-officers

3.2 State and Local Leadership

California officials face scrutiny for their handling of the Los Angeles unrest. Governor Gavin Newsom’s political prospects are being questioned by critics who suggest the deteriorating situation may have lasting implications for his career [1]. Both Governor Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass have faced criticism for their expressions of shock at law enforcement being “under siege” [2]. A California sheriff has criticized former Vice President Kamala Harris for statements apparently attributing responsibility for the protests to President Trump [3].

[1] Newsom’s political future ‘practically nonexistent’ as LA devolves into riots, social media critics predict, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/newsoms-political-future-practically-nonexistent-la-devolves-riots-social-media-critics-predict
[2] Newsom and Bass act shocked when law enforcement is under siege. They built this, https://x.com/IngrahamAngle/status/1932322553848029421
[3] Calif. Sheriff: Harris Blaming Trump for LA Protests Is Embarrassing, https://www.newsmax.com/politics/trump-california-protests/2025/06/09/id/1214204/

4. Cabinet and Policy Developments

4.1 Cabinet Activities and Policy Initiatives

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has reportedly removed the entire CDC panel of vaccine advisers [1]. The Department of Defense has launched a child care expansion initiative for military families [2]. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has framed the military deployment to Los Angeles as necessary to protect federal law enforcement [3].

In other policy areas, California has filed a lawsuit against the Department of Justice in what a headline describes as a “bid to keep boys in girls sports” [4]. A House committee has approved legislation to repeal a law that was reportedly used during the Biden administration to prosecute “pro-life grandmas” [5]. Congressional divisions have also emerged regarding a resolution addressing a violent incident in Boulder, with 113 House Democrats voting against a Republican-sponsored resolution condemning what the resolution termed an “antisemitic terrorist attack in Boulder” [6].

[1] KSBW News: HHS Secretary RFK Jr. removes entire CDC panel of vaccine advisers, /r/Conservative/comments/1l885wh/ksbw_news_hhs_secretary_rfk_jr_removes_entire_cdc/
[2] DOD Launches Child Care Expansion Initiative, Provides More Options to Military Families, https://www.defense.gov/News/News-Stories/Article/Article/4212503/dod-launches-child-care-expansion-initiative-provides-more-options-to-military/
[3] 700 Marines will deploy to Los Angeles after Hegseth warned California to control riots, https://nypost.com/2025/06/09/us-news/700-marines-will-deploy-to-los-angeles-after-hegseth-warned-california-to-control-riots/
[4] California sues DOJ in bid to keep boys in girls sports - Washington Examiner, https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/3436637/california-sues-doj-to-keep-boys-girls-sports/
[5] House Committee Passes Bill to Repeal Law Biden Used to Put Pro-Life Grandmas in Prison, https://www.lifenews.com/2025/06/10/house-committee-passes-bill-to-repeal-law-biden-used-to-put-pro-life-grandmas-in-prison/
[6] 113 House Democrats vote against GOP resolution denouncing the antisemitic terrorist attack in Boulder, https://nypost.com/2025/06/10/us-news/113-house-democrats-vote-against-gop-resolution-denouncing-the-antisemitic-terrorist-attack-in-boulder/

5. Media Coverage and Political Discourse

5.1 Media Controversies and Personnel Changes

Mainstream media coverage of the Los Angeles demonstrations has become a subject of controversy. Commentary pieces have criticized The New York Times’ reporting on the LA riots [1], while another publication expresses disbelief regarding a USA Today headline about the same events [2]. Media analyst Brian Stelter reportedly cautioned viewers against trusting video footage of the unrest [3].

ABC News has terminated veteran correspondent Terry Moran following what’s described as a social media “outburst” directed at Trump aide Stephen Miller [4]. An ABC 7 news anchor has provoked public backlash for characterizing Los Angeles rioters as “a bunch of people having fun watching cars burn” [5]. CNN’s parent company is reportedly planning to spin off the network [6].

[1] The New York Times Just Went Full North Korea on the LA Riots, https://townhall.com/tipsheet/mattvespa/2025/06/09/the-new-york-times-just-went-full-north-korea-on-the-la-riots-n2658460
[2] There’s No Way This USA Today Headline About the LA Riots Is Real, https://townhall.com/tipsheet/mattvespa/2025/06/10/theres-no-way-this-usa-today-headline-is-real-n2658516?utm_source=thdaily&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=nl&bcid=b4e6041766b8a5f58a4716c570d26d63e5a1de8992b23f3fbc2639505fc2df01&lctg=19894955
[3] Brian Stelter warns people not to trust videos of unrest in LA, could give ‘false impression’, https://x.com/TPostMillennial/status/1932417336503394634
[4] ABC News has FIRED veteran correspondent Terry Moran over late-night X post attacking Trump and Stephen Miller., https://x.com/tpantheman/status/1932559281217548563?s=46
[5] ABC 7 news anchor sparks fury for calling rioters ‘a bunch of people having fun watching cars burn’, https://nypost.com/2025/06/10/us-news/abc-7-anchor-jory-rand-calls-rioters-a-bunch-of-people-having-fun-watching-cars-burn/
[6] Cable Cut: CNN’s Parent Company To Spin Off Struggling Network, https://freebeacon.com/latest-news/cable-cut-cnns-parent-company-to-spin-off-struggling-network/

6. National Security and International Developments

6.1 Security Concerns and International Incidents

Intelligence derived from Telegram messages reportedly shows Hamas planning attacks on U.S. aid distribution sites in Gaza [1]. A watchdog report has identified 55 Afghan refugees who were flagged on terror watchlists either before or during their resettlement process in the United States [2].

A tragic mass casualty incident has occurred in Austria, where a school shooting in the city of Graz has resulted in multiple fatalities. According to reports from the Associated Press, nine people were killed in addition to the suspected gunman [3]. Environmental activist Greta Thunberg has been involved in a maritime demonstration related to Gaza that resulted in intervention by authorities, with reports indicating Thunberg and other activists declined to view footage of the October 7 attacks after their vessel was seized [4].

[1] Hamas Plans Attacks on US Aid Sites In Gaza, Telegram Messages Show, https://freebeacon.com/israel/hamas-plans-attacks-on-us-aid-sites-in-gaza/
[2] 55 Afghan refugees flagged on terror watchlist before or during resettlement in US: watchdog, https://justthenews.com/government/security/55-afghan-refugees-flagged-terror-watchlist-or-during-resettlement-us-watchdog?utm_source=justthenews.com&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=external-news-aggregators
[3] A school shooting in the Austrian city of Graz leaves 9 people and the suspected gunman dead, https://apnews.com/article/austria-graz-school-police-deployment-43bc60f2016faa40f8a73dfa372b8a1a
[4] Greta Thunberg, Gaza flotilla activists refuse to watch Oct. 7 footage after ship siezed, https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-857132