[Tuesday, June 24] US News Headlines from r/Conservative

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1. The Iran Crisis: Foreign Policy & National Security

The administration’s engagement with Iran has dominated the international stage, marked by a swift cycle of military strikes, a contested narrative of their success, a briefly held ceasefire, and its rapid, violent collapse.

1.1 The U.S. Airstrikes: A Contested Narrative

Deeply disputed claims over the effectiveness of U.S. airstrikes against Iranian nuclear facilities define the initial phase of the conflict. The White House has projected unequivocal victory, with Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt asserting the operation was “perfectly executed and completely destroyed Iran’s nuclear program” [1] and Vice President JD Vance celebrating a “12-Day War Victory” that establishes a new “Trump Doctrine” [2]. This official narrative directly refutes a classified intelligence leak, reported by CNN, which claimed “core components of Iran’s nuclear program are largely intact” [3]. The White House denounced this leak as “flat-out wrong” and a “clear attempt to demean President Trump” by an anonymous “low-level loser” [4].

However, the administration’s assessment is complicated by other reports. A “Top Trump official” reportedly called the strikes “pointless” and suggested the President was swayed by the “deep state” [5]. While satellite imagery did capture significant strike damage at Iran’s facilities in Natanz and Isfahan [6], an international watchdog has raised alarms about “possible contamination” at the sites [7]. Adding to long-term concerns, experts warn that Iran likely possesses additional, undeclared underground sites that could be converted to uranium enrichment facilities [8].

Citations

[1] “White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt told CNN that the assessment was baseless and condemned the leak, saying it was aimed at discrediting Trump and the pilots. She said the operation was perfectly executed and completely destroyed Iran’s nuclear program.”, https://x.com/Osint613/status/1937587926788899250
[2] ‘Let Him Cook’: Vance Says Trump Pulled ‘Hat Trick’ in 12-Day War Victory Establishing ‘Trump Doctrine’, https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2025/06/24/exclusive-let-him-cook-vance-says-trump-pulled-hat-trick-in-12-day-war-victory-establishing-trump-doctrine/
[3] CNN says “core components of Iran’s nuclear program are largely intact” after Trump’s strikes. The White House has thoughts., https://notthebee.com/article/cnn-reports-core-components-of-irans-nuclear-program-are-largely-intact-nuclear-program-has-essentially-only-been-set-back-by-months
[4] “This alleged “assessment” is flat-out wrong and was classified as “top secret” but was still leaked to CNN by an anonymous, low-level loser […] a clear attempt to demean President Trump, and discredit the brave fighter pilots who […] obliterate[d] Iran’s nuclear program.”, https://x.com/PressSec/status/1937599769544982577
[5] Top Trump official calls US airstrikes on Iran ‘pointless,’ suggests ‘deep state’ swayed prez, https://nypost.com/2025/06/24/us-news/andrew-kloster-calls-us-airstrikes-on-iran-pointless-suggests-deep-state-swayed-prez/
[6] US strike damage to Iran’s Natanz, Isfahan nuclear facilities captured in satellite images, https://www.foxnews.com/world/us-strike-damage-irans-natanz-isfahan-nuclear-facilities-captured-satellite-images
[7] US strikes on Iran nuke facilities caused more damage than first thought — as watchdog reveals possible contamination, https://nypost.com/2025/06/24/world-news/us-strikes-on-iran-nuke-facilities-caused-more-damage-than-first-thought-as-watchdog-reveals-possible-contamination/
[8] Iran likely has more underground sites it could turn into uranium facilities: experts, https://nypost.com/2025/06/23/world-news/iran-likely-has-more-underground-sites-of-concern-experts/

1.2 A Fragile Ceasefire: From Announcement to Collapse

Following the military action, President Trump announced a U.S.-brokered “complete and total ceasefire” to end what was termed the “‘12 Day War’” [1]. The deal was immediately thrown into chaos when an Iranian official publicly denied any such agreement [2]. This diplomatic uncertainty quickly gave way to renewed violence. Israel announced a resumption of “intense operations to attack Tehran,” with the IDF declaring its intent to “respond with force” to a “severe violation” by Iran [3, 4]. Concurrently, Iran was reported to have launched “final missile barrages” at Israel, causing three civilian deaths [5]. The breakdown reportedly drew a frustrated, “profane rant” from President Trump, who blamed both sides, stating they “don’t know what the f–k they’re doing” [6]. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu later clarified that Israel had “refrained from further Iran strikes,” though the precise sequence of violations remains contested [7].

Citations

[1] Trump announces historic Iran and Israel ceasefire agreement to end ‘12 Day War’, https://www.foxnews.com/us/trump-announces-historic-iran-israel-ceasefire-agreement-end-12-day-war
[2] Iranian official denies ceasefire, Trump announces end of Israel war | The Jerusalem Post, https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-858745
[3] Israel orders ‘intense’ air strikes on Tehran after ceasefire breached, https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/06/24/iran-israel-war-ceasefire-trump-latest-news
[4] Israel Defense Forces (@IDF) on X “In light of the severe violation of the ceasefire carried out by the Iranian regime, we will respond with force.”, https://x.com/IDF/status/1937427038090006827
[5] Iran Launches Final Missile Barrages at Israel; 3 Civilians Killed, https://www.breitbart.com/middle-east/2025/06/23/iran-launches-final-missile-barrages-at-israel-3-civilians-killed/
[6] Trump hurls profane rant at Israel and Iran for breaking cease-fire: Both ‘don’t know what the f–k they’re doing’, https://nypost.com/2025/06/24/us-news/trump-blames-iran-and-israel-for-breaking-cease-fire-says-they-dont-know-what-the-f-k-theyre-doing/
[7] Netanyahu: Israel Refrained From Further Iran Strikes, https://www.newsmax.com/world/globaltalk/netanyahu-prime-minister-u-s/2025/06/24/id/1216222/

1.3 Diplomatic Aftermath & International Reactions

The administration’s actions prompted significant global reactions. The initial ceasefire agreement led to President Trump being nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize [1], an honor that was subsequently withdrawn. Reports indicate he “Loses Ukraine Nobel Nod Over Iran Focus,” suggesting the nomination was contingent on different foreign policy priorities [2]. The UN Secretary-General, who previously condemned the U.S. strikes, later offered praise for President Trump after the ceasefire was achieved [3]. Similarly, the NATO Chief commended the President for making European allies “‘Pay in a Big Way’ on Defense” [4]. In a separate communication, President Trump reportedly told Russian President Vladimir Putin to “Worry About Your War, Not Israel-Iran” [5]. Amid the tensions, President Trump clarified he does not seek “regime change” in Iran, warning it would only lead to “chaos” [6].

Citations

[1] Trump nominated for Nobel Peace Prize over Iran-Israel ceasefire deal, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trump-nominated-nobel-peace-prize-over-iran-israel-ceasefire-deal
[2] Trump Loses Ukraine Nobel Nod Over Iran Focus, https://www.newsmax.com/newsfront/donald-trump-oleksandr-merezhko-ukraine/2025/06/24/id/1216301
[3] UN chief praises Trump for Iran-Israel ceasefire days after condemning US strikes, https://www.foxnews.com/world/un-chief-praises-trump-iran-israel-cease-fire-days-after-condemning-us-strikes
[4] NATO Chief Praises Trump for Making Europe ‘Pay in a Big Way’ on Defense, https://www.newsmax.com/politics/nato-ukraine-zelenskyy-trump-iran-israel-rutte/2025/06/24/id/1216288/
[5] Trump to Putin: Worry About Your War, Not Israel-Iran, https://www.newsmax.com/politics/trump-putin-russia/2025/06/24/id/1216268/
[6] Trump says he doesn’t want a regime change in Iran: ‘Chaos’, https://nypost.com/2025/06/24/us-news/trump-says-he-doesnt-want-a-regime-change-in-iran-chaos/

2. Domestic Politics and Governance

The foreign policy crisis has directly fueled domestic political conflict, most notably through a failed impeachment attempt that exposed fissures within the Democratic caucus. The political climate remains tense, marked by ongoing congressional oversight and sharp partisan rhetoric.

2.1 House Impeachment Effort Fails Decisively

The U.S. military strikes on Iran directly triggered a formal impeachment effort in the House. Congressman Al Green announced his intent to introduce articles of impeachment, framing the move as a choice between the “Path of Democracy or Autocracy” [1]. President Trump met the challenge with defiance, posting, “Make my day!” [2]. The impeachment resolution was brought to the floor and failed decisively. In a significant bipartisan rebuke, 128 Democrats joined the Republican majority to block the bid [3]. This outcome followed prior, public division within the Democratic party, with Senator John Fetterman reportedly scoffing at calls from “AOC” to impeach the President over the strikes [4].

Citations

[1] “Path of Democracy or Autocracy”. Rep. Al Green announces he will introduce articles of impeachment against President Trump on the house floor., https://x.com/tpantheman/status/1937549331277709663?s=46
[2] Trump dares Dems to impeach him in blistering post: ‘Make my day!’, https://nypost.com/2025/06/24/us-news/trump-dares-dems-to-impeach-him-in-blistering-post-make-my-day/
[3] 128 Democrats join House GOP to block progressive’s bid to impeach Trump., https://www.foxnews.com/politics/128-democrats-join-house-gop-block-progressives-bid-impeach-trump
[4] Fetterman scoffs at AOC’s push to impeach Trump after Iran strikes, https://nypost.com/2025/06/23/us-news/fetterman-scoffs-at-aocs-push-to-impeach-trump-after-iran-strikes/

2.2 Partisan Clashes & Political Rhetoric

The crisis has intensified partisan conflict. Administration spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt accused CNN and Democrats of spreading “‘Fake’ Claims” that the administration failed to brief Congress before the Iran strikes [1]. Commentary from prominent Democrats has been sharp, with Representative Jasmine Crockett stating Trump should have “‘Holla’d’ at Congress” [2]. After President Trump reportedly called her “stupid,” Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez issued a retort: “‘I’m just a silly girl’” [3]. Meanwhile, commentary in the New York Post characterized the Democratic impeachment calls as hypocritical [4]. The crisis has also surfaced intra-GOP tensions, with a Trump Campaign-linked PAC reportedly primaring Representative Thomas Massie [5].

Citations

[1] Karoline Leavitt Just Exposed CNN, Dems Over ‘Fake’ Claims Trump Failed to Brief Them Before Iran Strikes, https://redstate.com/rusty-weiss/2025/06/23/karoline-leavitt-just-exposed-cnn-dems-over-fake-claims-trump-failed-to-brief-them-before-iran-strikes-n2190793
[2] Jasmine Crockett: Trump Should Have ‘Holla’d’ at Congress Before Iran Strikes, https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2025/06/23/crockett-trump-should-have-hollad-at-congress-before-iran-strikes/
[3] ‘I’m just a silly girl’: AOC fires back after Trump calls her ‘stupid’, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/im-just-silly-girl-aoc-fires-back-after-trump-calls-her-stupid
[4] Democrats’ Impeachment Shrieks Expose their Hypocrisy, https://nypost.com/2025/06/23/opinion/democrats-impeachment-shrieks-expose-their-hypocrisy/
[5] Trump Campaign Team Launches PAC to Primary Rep. Thomas Massie, https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2025/06/23/trump-campaign-team-launches-pac-primary-rep-thomas-massie/

2.3 Congressional Oversight Activities

Washington continues to see pointed investigations. The House Judiciary Committee has opened a probe into a “taxpayer-funded group’s potential ties to LA anti-ICE riots” [1]. Separately, at a House Oversight Committee hearing, former Biden administration aide Neera Tanden testified that she was “authorized to use autopen.” The headlines do not specify the context or implications of this authorization [2].

Citations

[1] House Judiciary Committee opens probe into taxpayer-funded group’s potential ties to LA antiICE riots, https://nypost.com/2025/06/24/us-news/house-judiciary-committee-opens-probe-into-chirlas-possible-role-in-la-riots/
[2] Ex-Biden aide Neera Tanden tells Oversight Committee she was authorized to use autopen, https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/house/3452415/neera-tanden-house-oversight-committee-authorized-autopen/

3. Law, Justice, & Homeland Security

Domestic law enforcement agencies are engaged in high-stakes operations related to both national security and immigration enforcement, highlighted by recent arrests and judicial conflicts.

3.1 National Security Arrests & Domestic Threat Posture

In a significant enforcement action with national security implications, federal agencies arrested 11 Iranian nationals across the U.S. over a single weekend [1]. According to reports, these individuals include “suspected terrorists” and “militants tied to Hezbollah, Iranian military,” elevating the arrests to a matter of urgent national security concern [2]. This follows an expert warning, cited by Fox News, that hospitals in “sanctuary cities” could be the “most vulnerable” targets for retaliatory terror attacks by Iran [3]. In a separate matter, the FBI is reportedly investigating a “Lefty LA Pol” for allegedly “Begging Local Gangs to Attack ICE,” an act which, if substantiated, could constitute serious incitement to violence [4].

Citations

[1] DHS: 11 Iranian Nationals Arrested Across U.S. over Weekend, https://www.breitbart.com/border/2025/06/24/dhs-11-iranian-illegal-aliens-arrested-in-u-s-over-weekend/
[2] ICE has arrested 11 Iranian nationals since Sunday, including militants tied to Hezbollah, Iranian military, https://notthebee.com/article/ice-has-arrested-11-iranian-nationals-since-sunday-including-a-former-sniper-for-the-islamic-revolutionary-guard/
[3] Hospitals in sanctuary cities could be most vulnerable to Iran terror attacks, warns expert, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/hospitals-sanctuary-cities-could-most-vulnerable-iran-terror-attacks-warns-expert
[4] The FBI Would Like a Word: Lefty LA Pol Under Investigation After Begging Local Gangs to Attack ICE, https://redstate.com/terichristoph/2025/06/24/lefty-la-pol-tried-to-sic-gangbangers-on-ice-n2190856

3.2 Immigration: Judicial Clashes & Enforcement Actions

The judiciary is a site of active conflict over immigration policy. The Supreme Court has paused a district court order that had blocked the federal government from deporting immigrants to third-party countries [1]. This ruling prompted immediate friction, with a commentary piece accusing a lower court judge of willfully ignoring the Supreme Court’s decision and calling for that judge to be impeached [2]. In enforcement, DHS has reportedly approved a new measure in Florida described as an “‘Alligator Alcatraz’ for Illegal Aliens” [3], while ICE separately apprehended a “Twice-Deported Accused Cartel-Connected Cop Killer” in Connecticut [4].

Citations

[1] Supreme Court pauses district court order preventing immigrants from being deported to third-party countries, https://www.scotusblog.com/2025/06/supreme-court-pauses-district-court-order-preventing-immigrants-from-being-deported-to-third-party-countries/
[2] Impeach: A Judge Decides to Ignore the Supreme Court on Deportation Ruling | by Matt Vespa, https://townhall.com/tipsheet/mattvespa/2025/06/24/impeach-a-judge-decides-to-ignore-the-supreme-court-on-deportation-ruling-n2659340
[3] DHS Approves ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ for Illegal Aliens in Florida, https://www.breitbart.com/immigration/2025/06/23/dhs-approves-alligator-alcatraz-illegal-aliens-florida/
[4] Twice-Deported Accused Cartel-Connected Cop Killer Caught in Connecticut: ICE, https://dailyvoice.com/ct/new-haven/twice-deported-cartel-connected-cop-killer-caught-in-new-haven-ice/?utm_source=reddit-conservative&utm_medium=seed

4. Economic, Social, & Cultural Developments

The nexus of economic performance, social issues, and media commentary continues to shape the political landscape. Markets have reacted to diplomatic events, while long-standing cultural debates remain prominent.

4.1 Economic & Financial News

Financial markets have been sensitive to the Iran crisis. The “Stock market reaches near all-time highs” in the immediate aftermath of the Trump-brokered ceasefire announcement [1], while U.S. crude futures fell by over $3 per barrel at the same time [2]. In other policy news, major health insurance companies have reportedly pledged to make unspecified improvements to the preauthorization process [3]. A separate report indicates a key objective for an upcoming NATO Summit is to “Keep Trump Happy, Alliance United” [4].

Citations

[1] Stock market reaches near all-time highs after Trump ceasefire deal, https://www.dailydropnews.com/post/thedrop-market-analysis-06-24-25
[2] US Crude Futures Fall Over $3 as Iran-Israel Ceasefire Announced, https://www.newsmax.com/finance/streettalk/oil-futures-gasoline-iran/2025/06/23/id/1216173/
[3] Major insurers pledge to improve preauthorization - Roll Call, https://rollcall.com/2025/06/23/major-insurers-pledge-to-improve-preauthorization/
[4] NATO Summit Seeks to Keep Trump Happy, Alliance United, https://share.google/4oKyBFjYVsAsDjfmb

4.2 Social & Media Commentary

Ongoing cultural debates continue to command national attention. June 24th was noted as the third anniversary of the Supreme Court’s Dobbs decision. A Washington Times analysis argues the political landscape has “defied predictions,” claiming that while abortions have increased, the Democratic party’s electoral gains from the issue have diminished [1]. In media commentary, Bill Maher warned Democrats to “do something about ‘The View’” after a co-host allegedly compared Iran to the U.S. [2]. Separately, journalist Chuck Todd was reported to have revealed former President Biden’s “‘Family Man’ act was a 40-year con” [3]. Finally, a financial report from UInterview.com states the net worth of “Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi & Husband” surged 54% in the last year [4].

Citations

[1] Abortions up, Democrats down: How post-Dobbs America has defied predictions, https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2025/jun/23/abortions-democrats-post-dobbs-america-defied-predictions/?utm_source=smartnews.com&utm_medium=smartnews&utm_campaign=smartnews%20
[2] Bill Maher warns Dems to do something about ‘The View’ after Whoopi Goldberg compares Iran to US; GOP rep blasts her response, https://www.theblaze.com/news/bill-maher-the-view-whoopi-goldberg-iran-wesley-hunt
[3] Chuck Todd’s Biden Revelation: Finally Admits That Joe’s ‘Family Man’ Act Was a 40-Year Con, https://twitchy.com/justmindy/2025/06/24/chuck-todd-biden-not-a-family-man-jake-tapper-n2414666
[4] Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi & Husband’s Net Worth Surged 54% In Last Year, https://uinterview.com/news/former-house-speaker-nancy-pelosi-husbands-net-worth-surged-54-in-last-year/