[Wednesday, June 11] US News Headlines from r/politics

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1. Immigration Enforcement and Civil Unrest

1.1 Immigration Operations and Federal Response

The Trump administration has intensified immigration enforcement nationwide, with ICE conducting raids across multiple states including California agricultural communities [1]. Immigration judges have been instructed to dismiss certain cases as part of a strategy to accelerate arrests [2]. The administration plans to send thousands of migrants to Guantanamo to “free up” space at detention facilities, according to reports [3].

Trump’s border czar Tom Homan has expressed concern that ongoing protests are making immigration raids more “difficult” and “dangerous” for ICE agents [4]. National Guard troops are specifically protecting ICE agents as they make arrests in Los Angeles [5]. A specific case drawing significant attention involves asylum-seeker Andry Hernández Romero, with hundreds of protesters gathered at the Supreme Court demanding the Trump administration “return” the reportedly “disappeared gay asylum-seeker” [6].

[1] ICE/U.S. Border Patrol operations reported in the Ventura County agricultural community Tuesday, https://www.kclu.org/2025-06-10/ice-u-s-border-patrol-operations-reported-in-the-ventura-county-agricultural-community-tuesday
[2] Trump admin tells immigration judges to dismiss cases in tactic to speed up arrests, https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/national-security/trump-admin-tells-immigration-judges-dismiss-cases-tactic-speed-arrest-rcna212138
[3] Trump Plans to Send Thousands of Migrants to Guantanamo to ‘Free Up’ Space at Detention Facilities: Report, https://www.latintimes.com/trump-plans-send-thousands-migrants-guantanamo-free-space-detention-facilities-report-584767
[4] Trump’s border czar says protests are making immigration raids more ‘difficult’ and ‘dangerous’, https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/immigration/trump-border-czar-tom-homan-los-angeles-protests-immigration-raids-rcna212212
[5] National Guard troops protecting ICE agents as they make arrests in L.A., https://www.theglobeandmail.com/world/us-politics/article-california-governor-asks-federal-court-to-block-trump-from-using/
[6] Hundreds rallying at Supreme Court demand Trump return disappeared gay asylum-seeker Andry Hernández Romero, https://www.advocate.com/news/hundreds-gather-scotus-andry-romero

1.2 Protests and Military Deployment

What began as localized protests in Los Angeles has evolved into a nationwide movement against immigration raids, with demonstrations now occurring in multiple cities across the United States [1]. President Trump has defended deploying military forces to Los Angeles during a Fort Bragg visit [2], and Marines are actively preparing for operations in the city [3]. A judge has denied California’s request to immediately block Trump’s use of the National Guard [4].

Los Angeles has implemented a curfew while California Governor Newsom has intensified criticism of President Trump [5]. President Trump has stated he wants to “liberate” Los Angeles, a position that local residents reportedly oppose [6]. Concerns have emerged about journalist safety during the protests, with reporters being “shot and roughed up” [7].

[1] ICE protests held coast to coast as national movement grows after L.A. unrest, https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/anti-ice-protests-held-coast-coast-l-unrest-national-movement-grows-rcna211980
[2] An unrestrained Trump defends deploying military to Los Angeles during Fort Bragg visit, https://www.cnn.com/2025/06/10/politics/trump-military-fort-bragg-los-angeles?utm_medium=social&utm_source=reddit
[3] Marines prepare for operations in Los Angeles, https://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/local/los-angeles-protests-marines/3721190/
[4] Judge denies California’s request to immediately block Trump’s use of the National Guard, https://www.ksby.com/us-news/judge-denies-californias-request-to-immediately-block-trumps-use-of-the-national-guard?06112025
[5] Los Angeles protests: Curfew comes into force - as California’s governor steps up his attack on Donald Trump, https://news.sky.com/story/los-angeles-protests-mayor-imposes-curfew-to-stop-the-looting-as-police-make-197-arrests-13381947
[6] Trump wants to ’liberate’ Los Angeles, residents say ’no thanks’, https://www.reuters.com/world/us/trump-wants-liberate-los-angeles-residents-say-no-thanks-2025-06-11/
[7] With reporters shot and roughed up, advocates question whether those covering protests are targets, https://apnews.com/article/immigration-protests-los-angeles-media-4b9b062785bde9428a3155812fd092de

1.3 Opposition Movements and Public Response

A growing opposition movement under the “No Kings” banner is gaining momentum, with Americans preparing for nationwide rallies described as a “Day of Defiance” [1]. Over 1,800 rallies are being organized under this slogan, directly responding to President Trump’s threat to deploy “very heavy force” against demonstrators at Army parades [2]. USA Today reports that following events in Los Angeles, President Trump has advocated a position that would restrict protest rights primarily to his supporters [3].

[1] As Trump melts down over L.A. protests, Americans prep for nationwide ‘No Kings’ rallies | Trump already can’t handle the number of protests against him. And with this weekend’s “No Kings Day of Defiance,” it’s about to increase exponentially., https://www.msnbc.com/rachel-maddow-show/maddowblog/trump-los-angeles-protests-no-kings-day-resistance-rcna212080
[2] “No Kings”: 1,800+ Rallies Planned as Trump Threatens “Very Heavy Force” on Army Parade Protesters, https://www.democracynow.org/2025/6/11/no_kings
[3] After LA, Trump hard launches new First Amendment: Only MAGA can protest, https://www.usatoday.com/story/opinion/columnist/2025/06/10/ice-la-protests-trump-rules-protesters/84120375007/

2. Executive Branch Authority and Governance

2.1 Federal Agency Changes and Appointments

Elon Musk has departed from his role as head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), with some Trump officials now reportedly fearing repercussions from Musk’s alleged “Burn Book” following his departure [1]. President Trump has announced that FEMA will be wound down after hurricane season [2].

The entire Fulbright Board has resigned, explicitly accusing the Trump administration of political interference [3] and unlawful interference with the program’s operations [4]. In healthcare policy, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has fired the entire vaccine advisory panel [5] and has reportedly engaged in extensive anti-vaccination communication with science educator Bill Nye [6].

[1] Some Trump Officials Now Fear Elon’s ‘Burn Book’, https://www.rollingstone.com/politics/politics-features/elon-musk-burn-book-anxiety-trump-officials-1235361614/
[2] Trump says FEMA to be wound down after hurricane season, https://www.reuters.com/business/environment/trump-says-fema-be-wound-down-after-hurricane-season-2025-06-10/
[3] Fulbright Board Quits, Accusing Trump Administration of Political Interference, https://www.nytimes.com/2025/06/11/us/politics/fulbright-board-resign-trump.html
[4] Fulbright Board Resigns and Accuses White House of Unlawful Interference, https://www.wsj.com/politics/policy/fulbright-board-resigns-and-accuses-trump-administration-of-unlawful-interference-3e7dcc3a?st=2UgVTL&reflink=desktopwebshare_permalink
[5] Former CDC director reacts to RFK Jr.’s firing of entire vaccine advisory panel, https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/former-cdc-director-reacts-to-rfk-jr-s-firing-of-entire-vaccine-advisory-panel
[6] RFK Jr. Bombarded Bill Nye With Endless Anti-Vax Text Screeds, https://www.thedailybeast.com/rfk-jr-bombarded-bill-nye-with-endless-anti-vax-text-screeds/

2.2 Executive Orders and Policy Actions

President Trump has ordered names restored to Army bases honoring Confederate leaders [1], with the Pentagon set to restore the names of 7 more Army bases that previously honored Confederate generals [2]. The Treasury Department is reviewing the tax-exempt status of hundreds of colleges and universities, focusing specifically on race-related policies [3].

Numerous U.S. nonprofit organizations are relocating operations to the United Kingdom amid concerns about potential presidential actions that might affect their operations [4].

[1] Trump orders names restored to Army bases honoring Confederate leaders, https://www.axios.com/2025/06/10/trump-fort-bragg-confederate-military
[2] Trump orders return to old, Confederate-linked names for 7 Army sites, https://www.militarytimes.com/news/pentagon-congress/2025/06/10/trump-orders-return-to-old-confederate-linked-names-for-7-army-sites/
[3] Treasury Takes Aim at Hundreds of Colleges’ Tax-Exempt Status Over Race, https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-06-11/treasury-takes-aim-at-hundreds-of-colleges-tax-exempt-status-over-race
[4] Fearing Trump action, US nonprofits seek shelter in the UK, https://www.semafor.com/article/06/11/2025/fearing-action-by-donald-trump-us-nonprofits-seek-shelter-in-the-uk?utm_campaign=semaforreddit

3. International Relations and Trade

3.1 US-China Relations and Trade

Officials from the U.S. and China have announced consensus on implementing the Geneva Framework after talks in London [1]. President Trump has claimed the U.S.-China trade war is over [2] and announced the completion of a trade deal [3], while simultaneously declaring that tariffs on Chinese goods will reach 55% [4].

The agreement reportedly includes provisions for China to supply rare earth minerals to the United States and for the U.S. to permit Chinese students [5]. However, Beijing has imposed a six-month limit on the easing of rare-earth export licenses [6]. Despite Trump’s public claims, some reporting indicates no actual deal exists between the two nations [7].

[1] US, China Officials Say Consensus Reached on Geneva Framework, https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-06-10/us-china-officials-say-consensus-reached-on-geneva-framework
[2] Trump claims the US-China trade war is over, https://www.theverge.com/news/685390/trump-us-china-trade-war-agreement
[3] US-China trade deal is ‘done’, Trump says, https://www.reuters.com/world/china/us-china-trade-talks-resume-second-day-2025-06-10/
[4] Trump says U.S. gets rare earth minerals from China and tariffs on Chinese goods will total 55%, https://www.ctvnews.ca/business/article/rights-group-says-global-brands-are-at-risk-of-links-to-forced-labour-in-chinas-minerals-industry/
[5] Trump says China will supply rare earths, US to allow students, https://www.reuters.com/world/china/trump-says-china-will-supply-rare-earths-us-allow-students-2025-06-11/
[6] Beijing Puts Six‑Month Limit on Its Ease of Rare‑Earth Export Licenses, https://www.wsj.com/world/china/beijing-puts-six-month-limit-on-its-ease-of-rare-earth-export-licenses-ec8277ed
[7] Trump Says He Has a Deal With China. He Really Doesn’t., https://newrepublic.com/post/196708/trump-china-trade-war-tariffs-deal

3.2 Global Relations and Security Concerns

International perception of the United States under President Trump has deteriorated significantly, with reports indicating that views of the U.S. have “dipped sharply” in many allied countries [1]. The Pentagon has launched a review of the AUKUS defense agreement to assess its alignment with President Trump’s “America First” agenda [2].

The United States is preparing to partially evacuate its embassy in Iraq due to regional security risks [3]. A U.S. Ambassador has proposed that Muslim countries relinquish territory to establish a Palestinian state [4].

[1] Views of the U.S. under Trump dip sharply in many allied countries, https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/trump-administration/views-us-trump-dip-sharply-many-allied-countries-rcna211805
[2] Pentagon launches review into AUKUS deal to ensure it meets Trump’s ‘America First’ agenda, https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06-12/aukus-pentagon-review-donald-trump-america-first/105406254?utm_campaign=abc_news_web&utm_content=link&utm_medium=content_shared&utm_source=abc_news_web
[3] US preparing to partially evacuate Iraq embassy over regional security risks, sources say, https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/us-embassy-iraq-preparing-ordered-evacuation-due-heightened-security-risks-2025-06-11/
[4] US Ambassador suggests Muslim countries should give up land for Palestinian state, https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cd628z2nwyvo

4. Economic and Fiscal Policy

4.1 Budget and Economic Legislation

The U.S. federal budget deficit reached $316 billion in May, with the annual shortfall increasing 14% compared to the same period last year [1]. A bipartisan minimum wage proposal has emerged with a Republican senator collaborating with a Democratic counterpart to advocate for a $15 per hour federal minimum wage that would include automatic annual increases tied to inflation [2].

Senate Democrats are seeking information about President Trump’s involvement with the “World Liberty” cryptocurrency project ahead of voting on the GENIUS Act [3]. Despite these questions, Democrats are helping advance legislation that would benefit the cryptocurrency industry [4].

[1] U.S. budget deficit hit $316 billion in May, with annual shortfall up 14% from a year ago, https://www.cnbc.com/amp/2025/06/11/us-budget-deficit-hit-316-billion-in-may-with-annual-shortfall-up-14percent-from-a-year-ago.html
[2] Republican senator teams up with Democrat to push $15 per hour minimum wage plus annual inflation increases, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/republican-senator-teams-up-democrat-push-15-per-hour-minimum-wage-plus-annual-inflation-increases?intcmp=fb_fnc&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&fbclid=IwQ0xDSwK2izxleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHhnYhjSf40BK4MNUHernQYfGEnUOkeUQpjp87ZcUOdfqiDqR1tAePBLUnJa5_aem_4tSJ50TfNa4uZ7_E_rxUCg
[3] Senate Democrats seek answers on Trump’s World Liberty crypto deal ahead of GENIUS Act vote, https://www.cbsnews.com/news/senate-democrats-trump-world-liberty-crypto-deal-genius-act-vote/
[4] Democrats Help Push Crypto Industry Reward Bill To Finish Line, https://www.huffpost.com/entry/crypto-genius-act-bitcoin-democrats-senate_n_6849b4a9e4b0cf5f0c9acb59

5. Legal and Political Developments

5.1 Legal Challenges and Electoral Developments

U.S. Representative LaMonica McIver has been indicted on federal charges stemming from an incident at a New Jersey immigration center [1], facing three specific charges related to a clash that occurred outside an ICE detention facility [2]. President Trump’s legal challenges continue as his hush money conviction case has returned to court for further proceedings [3].

U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill has won the New Jersey Democratic primary for governor [4].

[1] US Rep. LaMonica McIver indicted on federal charges from skirmish at New Jersey immigration center, https://apnews.com/article/lamonica-mciver-assault-charge-alina-habba-immigration-7b6a5b0fc8079a9efd0606ab68e3f02d
[2] Rep. McIver indicted on 3 charges in clash outside ICE detention center, https://www.washingtonpost.com/national-security/2025/06/10/lamonica-mciver-indicted-alina-habba-new-jersey/?utm_campaign=wp_main&utm_medium=social&utm_source=reddit.com
[3] Trump’s hush money conviction returns to court, https://thehill.com/newsletters/the-gavel/5342715-trump-conviction-appeals-court/
[4] US Rep. Mikie Sherrill wins New Jersey Democratic primary for governor, https://apnews.com/article/new-jersey-governor-primary-election-trump-f257499bda21810eff087446f6105c91

5.2 Congressional Tensions and Controversies

Seventy-five Democratic lawmakers reportedly expressed “gratitude” to ICE in an antisemitism vote that occurred during the Los Angeles protests [1], highlighting internal party tensions over immigration positions. Democrats are facing backlash over this vote [2].

Military personnel reportedly booed Governor Newsom, President Biden, and the press during a Trump speech [3]. Speaker Mike Johnson has declined to elaborate on what he previously characterized as a “clear distinction” between the January 6th Capitol riot and current ICE protests [4].

[1] 75 Democrats express “gratitude” to ICE in antisemitism vote amid LA riots, https://www.newsweek.com/75-democrats-house-antisemitism-resolution-ice-gratitude-2083177
[2] Democrats Face Backlash Over Vote to ‘Express Gratitude’ to ICE, https://www.newsweek.com/democrats-ice-gratitude-resolution-backlash-2084004
[3] Military members boo Newsom, Biden and the press during Trump speech, https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/5343092-trump-political-rivals-press-boos/
[4] Mike Johnson Refuses to Explain ‘Clear Distinction’ Between J6 Riot and ICE Protests: ‘I’m Not Going to Relitigate’, https://www.latintimes.com/mike-johnson-refuses-explain-clear-distinction-between-j6-riot-ice-protests-im-not-going-584832