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• Southern Baptists endorse resolution to repeal same-sex marriage legalization — On June 10, 2025, the Southern Baptist Convention, the largest Protestant denomination in the U.S., voted to endorse a resolution seeking to overturn the legalization of same-sex marriage by the U.S. Supreme Court. The resolution calls for the repeal of the Obergefell v. Hodges decision and advocates for laws affirming marriage as between one man and one woman. This move is part of a broader resolution addressing various cultural issues, including defunding Planned Parenthood and opposing transgender women's participation in women's sports.

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• Speaker Mike Johnson comments on Gavin Newsom — Speaker Mike Johnson stated that California Governor Gavin Newsom should be "tarred and feathered" in response to a question about whether he should be arrested. Johnson declined to provide legal analysis on the matter. Newsom responded by criticizing the suggestion as a medieval form of punishment and emphasized the importance of due process.

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• Trump warns against protests during military parade — Former President Trump warned that anyone planning to protest during his birthday military parade would be met with "very big force." He characterized the protesters as people who "hate our country."
• Trump Warns Protesters of Heavy Force at Military Parade — President Trump warned that protesters at his upcoming military parade would be met with "very heavy force," signaling a potential crackdown on dissent. This statement reflects the administration's aggressive stance toward public demonstrations.

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• Dr. Phil Joins ICE Agents for Los Angeles Immigration Raids — Dr. Phil McGraw, a television personality, was embedded with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers during a series of immigration raids in Los Angeles. These raids resulted in the arrest of at least 45 individuals and sparked protests across California. McGraw's involvement was part of a segment for his conservative TV channel, MeritTV, which aimed to provide a "first-hand look at targeted operations." The raids were condemned by California's governor and Los Angeles's mayor.

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• Hegseth Aide's False Wiretap Claims Disrupt Pentagon Leak Inquiry

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• LAPD Contradicts White House Claims of Violence — The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) issued a statement describing the protests against federal immigration raids in Los Angeles as peaceful, directly contradicting the White House's claims of violent mobs attacking federal law enforcement. The LAPD appreciated the cooperation of organizers and participants in maintaining public safety. This discrepancy raises questions about the justification for deploying the National Guard and the accuracy of the administration's portrayal of the protests.

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• Trump EPA plans to remove power plant emissions restrictions — The Trump administration's Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has reportedly drafted a plan to eliminate all restrictions on greenhouse gas emissions from coal and gas-fired power plants in the United States. The EPA claims these emissions are not significant enough to warrant regulation. This move is part of a broader deregulatory effort targeting various environmental protections. The plan is expected to face legal challenges and public comment before implementation. Critics argue that this action ignores the significant contribution of U.S. power plants to global emissions and the associated public health impacts.
• Trump’s EPA announces rollbacks to power plant pollution limits — The Trump administration's Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a plan to roll back regulations on power plant emissions. This includes repealing a climate rule aimed at eliminating greenhouse gases from power plants by the 2030s and weakening the Mercury and Air Toxics Standards. The rollbacks are expected to increase pollution levels significantly, despite scientific evidence of the harmful effects of such pollutants. The proposals will be open for public comment and are anticipated to face legal challenges.

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• DHS Secretary Kristi Noem comments on Newsom — DHS Secretary Kristi Noem criticized Governor Gavin Newsom, calling him an "incompetent governor" and suggesting that Californians should not elect him again. This statement was made during an event in the Oval Office alongside Trump.

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• Louisiana House of Representatives passes bill to ban chemtrails — The Louisiana House of Representatives has passed a bill aimed at banning chemtrails, a conspiracy theory that claims aircraft vapor trails are laden with toxins for nefarious purposes. The bill, which must still pass through the state senate and be signed by Governor Jeff Landry, mandates the Department of Environmental Quality to record chemtrail sightings and forward complaints to the Louisiana Air National Guard. Although the bill does not impose penalties, it calls for further investigation and documentation, raising concerns about potential impacts on airlines and airport operations.

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• Trump administration delays farm trade report — The Trump administration delayed and redacted a farm trade report that predicted an increase in the trade deficit, a finding that was reportedly "disliked" by officials.
• Concerns over data suppression in U.S. economic reporting — Reports indicate that the Trump administration delayed and altered a USDA report that was set to reveal increased deficits. Additionally, personnel cuts at government statistical agencies have made it more difficult to collect accurate economic data. This situation raises concerns about the transparency and reliability of economic information, which is crucial for informed policymaking.

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• Professor sues University of California for suspension over comments about Israel’s war in Gaza — Rupa Marya, a professor at the University of California, San Francisco, has filed a lawsuit against the university, claiming her suspension violated her free speech rights. Marya was placed on leave and had her clinical privileges suspended after making online comments about Zionism and its impact on healthcare. The university condemned her comments as racist. Marya's attorney argues that her firing violated her right to free speech and that her posts did not impede her professional duties. The lawsuit highlights ongoing debates about academic freedom on U.S. campuses.

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• Tulsi Gabbard proposes revamping daily intelligence briefing — Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard is reportedly working on revamping Trump's daily intelligence briefing, potentially creating a video version presented by a Fox News personality. This proposal has been met with skepticism from a DNI spokesperson.

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• Kristi Noem makes baseless claims about Harvard — Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem claimed on Fox News that Harvard University is perpetuating Chinese Communist Party priorities and accused students of feeding information back to China.

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• Trump launches investigation into Biden's pardons — The Trump administration initiated an investigation into President Biden's final pardons, including those of five family members and Dr. Anthony Fauci, to determine their legality and Biden's competency.
• Trump orders investigation into Biden's mental state — Trump issued a memo ordering an investigation into whether officials conspired to deceive the public about Biden's mental state, claiming that Biden used an autopen for official documents.

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• Arrest of SEIU President David Huerta — On June 6, 2025, David Huerta, president of the SEIU of California, was arrested during an immigration raid at a garment factory in Los Angeles. Although charged with conspiracy to impede an officer, DHS continued to claim he assaulted law enforcement, despite video evidence showing officers using force against him. Huerta was hospitalized following the arrest. The incident is part of a series of arrests of prominent figures challenging immigration enforcement.

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• US Supreme Court Allows Doge Access to Social Security Data — The US Supreme Court lifted an injunction, allowing the Department of Government Efficiency (Doge) to access sensitive records from the Social Security Administration during ongoing legal challenges. The decision, supported by the conservative majority, permits Doge, a team led by Elon Musk, to access data to target alleged waste and fraud. The ruling faced dissent from the court's liberal justices and opposition from labor unions and advocacy groups concerned about privacy violations. The case continues as opponents argue the access could lead to misuse of personal data.
• Motion granted — American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, AFL-CIO v. Social Security Administration (D. Md.) 1:25-cv-00596 — The Supreme Court granted a stay while the case is on appeal.
• Supreme Court Grants Stay in Social Security Administration v. American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees — The Supreme Court granted a stay in the case of Social Security Administration v. American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees. This decision allows the Social Security Administration to proceed with its actions that were previously challenged by the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees. The stay was granted despite dissent from Justices Kagan, Sotomayor, and Jackson, indicating a division within the Court on this matter. The stay effectively pauses the lower court's ruling against the Social Security Administration, pending further litigation.

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• Musk criticises Congressional spending bill — On June 3, 2025, Elon Musk took to social media to denounce the administration's One Big Beautiful Bill Act, calling it a "disgusting abomination" and criticizing its implications for cost savings achieved by the Doge team.
• Musk criticises Trump's spending bill — On May 27, 2025, Elon Musk publicly criticized Donald Trump's proposed tax and spending bill, stating that it undermines the cost-cutting efforts of the "department of government efficiency" (Doge) that he led. This tweet marked the beginning of a public fallout between Musk and Trump, which escalated over the following days.
• Musk Claims Trump is in Epstein Files — In a provocative statement, Elon Musk claimed that Donald Trump is mentioned in the "Epstein files," referencing the records associated with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. This comment added a layer of controversy to their public dispute and raised questions about Trump's past associations.

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• Trump signs order banning citizens of 12 countries from entering the US — On June 5, 2025, Donald Trump signed an executive order implementing a travel ban that fully restricts nationals from 12 countries, including Afghanistan, Haiti, and Sudan, from entering the United States. The order also partially restricts travel from seven other countries. This move revives and expands upon travel bans from Trump's first term, citing national security and counter-terrorism as justifications. Critics argue that the ban discriminates based on ethnicity and could lead to family separations, particularly affecting communities with large immigrant populations from the banned countries.
• Trump signs new travel ban proclamation — On Wednesday, President Donald Trump signed a proclamation to fully or partially restrict foreign nationals from 19 countries from entering the United States. This new travel ban, which will take effect on June 9, includes exemptions for certain groups such as green-card holders and athletes. The policy is expected to face legal challenges and is criticized for potentially separating families and affecting those fleeing humanitarian crises. The ban follows an executive order from January 20, which instructed the administration to prepare a list of countries for the ban.

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• Trump administration requests Congress to rescind $9.4bn in funding — The Trump administration formally requested Congress to rescind $9.4 billion in already approved funding, targeting foreign aid and public broadcasters such as NPR and PBS. This move follows an executive order signed by Trump in May, which cut federal funding to these media organizations. The rescission process aims to retrieve funds from programs that have already received them. The House and Senate will now consider the request, with Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson expressing support for the cuts. The White House budget director indicated that more rescission packages could follow if this effort succeeds.
• Trump requests Congress to cancel appropriated spending — The White House requested Congress to cancel $9.4 billion in already-appropriated spending identified as wasteful by the Department of Government Efficiency, targeting programs like public media and international aid.

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• Republican-Led Budget Bill Passes House — The Republican-controlled House of Representatives passed a budget bill by a single vote, 215 to 214. The bill, which is now moving to the Senate, has been criticized for its potential to cut Medicaid and health insurance for 13.7 million people. The legislation is part of an effort to extend the 2017 tax cuts and has faced significant opposition from activists and some political figures who argue it will disproportionately affect lower-income Americans.
• CBO analyzes impact of Trump's tariffs and omnibus bill — The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) released analyses indicating that Trump's tariffs will raise inflation and slow economic growth, while the Republicans' omnibus bill is projected to add $2.4 trillion to the deficit over the next decade. The CBO's findings have been met with criticism from Republicans, despite being consistent with other economic analyses.
• House of Representatives Passes "Big, Beautiful Bill" by Single Vote — The House of Representatives passed the "Big, Beautiful Bill" by a single vote, with no Democratic support. The bill, part of President Trump's "America first" agenda, proposes to extend tax cuts, fund increased immigration enforcement, and impose new work requirements for federal safety net programs. It is projected to add $2.4 trillion to $5 trillion to the national debt and make significant cuts to Medicaid and food-assistance programs. The bill's passage in the Senate is uncertain, as Republican leaders consider changes that could affect its prospects.
• Proposed Federal Budget Cuts — The proposed federal budget, supported by Trump, includes significant cuts to social programs, such as the elimination of Section 8 housing vouchers, which could drastically increase homelessness. The budget is expected to add $2.4 trillion to the deficit and remove health insurance from 10.9 million people. These measures are part of a broader shift towards reducing aid and support for vulnerable populations, while favoring wealthier interests. Activists are urging public action to oppose these changes through calls to Congress and organized protests.

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• Linda McMahon Testifies on DEI Policies and Black History Education

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• SpaceX to Decommission Dragon Spacecraft — Elon Musk announced that SpaceX will begin decommissioning its Dragon spacecraft following President Trump's statement about canceling Musk's government contracts. The Dragon spacecraft is used to transport supplies to the International Space Station. This decision comes amid a public feud between Musk and Trump, with Musk criticizing the administration's budget and Trump threatening to terminate governmental subsidies and contracts with Musk's companies.
• Musk's Threat to Decommission SpaceX Spacecraft — In the ongoing public feud with President Trump, Elon Musk announced plans to decommission SpaceX's spacecraft that supply the International Space Station. This decision came after Trump suggested cutting Musk's government contracts, which are crucial for Musk's business operations. The conflict underscores the precarious relationship between private enterprises and government funding.
• Trump and Musk Public Dispute Over Government Contracts — In the ongoing public feud with President Trump, Elon Musk announced plans to decommission SpaceX's spacecraft that are responsible for supplying the International Space Station. This move came after Trump suggested cutting Musk's government subsidies and contracts, indicating a significant escalation in their conflict.
• Trump Suggests Terminating Musk's Government Contracts — President Donald J. Trump expressed disappointment in Elon Musk following Musk's public criticism of a spending bill Trump supports. Musk, who had invested heavily in Trump's 2024 campaign, threatened to decommission SpaceX's spacecraft that supply the International Space Station in response to Trump's suggestion to terminate Musk's government subsidies and contracts. The dispute highlights tensions between the two figures and the influence of money in politics.
• Musk threatens to decommission SpaceX spacecraft — President Donald J. Trump expressed disappointment in Elon Musk following Musk's public criticism of a congressional omnibus bill that Trump supports. Musk, who had invested heavily in Trump's 2024 campaign, threatened to decommission SpaceX's spacecraft that supply the International Space Station in response to Trump's suggestion to terminate Musk's government subsidies and contracts. The public feud highlights tensions between the two influential figures and their competing interests within the Republican Party.
• — President Trump suggested that the government could save billions by terminating Elon Musk's subsidies and contracts. This statement was made in the context of a public dispute between the two, following Musk's criticism of a spending bill Trump supports. The suggestion reflects the power dynamics at play in their relationship and the implications for government funding.
• — President Trump suggested that the government could save billions by terminating Elon Musk's subsidies and contracts, reflecting the contentious relationship between the two. This statement came after Musk publicly criticized a spending bill that Trump is advocating for, further straining their alliance.
• — On June 5, 2025, Elon Musk announced via social media that SpaceX would begin decommissioning its Dragon spacecraft in response to Trump's statements about canceling government contracts. This threat raised concerns about the future of NASA's transportation capabilities.

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• White House Claims on Deficit Reduction — White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt claimed that the Republican budget bill would achieve the largest deficit reduction in nearly 30 years, citing $1.6 trillion in mandatory savings. However, the CBO projects that the tax cuts and additional spending in the bill would actually increase the federal deficit by $3.8 trillion.

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• Trump Administration Uses Colorado Attack to Push Deportation Agenda — Following an attack in Boulder, Colorado, by Mohamed Sabry Soliman, an Egyptian national who overstayed his tourist visa, the Trump administration has leveraged the incident to advocate for stricter deportation policies. Soliman, charged with a federal hate crime, allegedly targeted an event for Israeli hostages, shouting "Free Palestine" during the attack. The administration has criticized the Biden administration's immigration policies, with Trump and his deputy chief of staff, Stephen Miller, using the attack to call for more deportations and secure borders. The incident has been framed by right-wing commentators as a reason to revisit policies like the Muslim travel ban.

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• Arrest of international student for political speech — In recent weeks, masked officers arrested an international student, Rümeysa Öztürk, who had co-authored a campus newspaper op-ed about Gaza. The arrest took place on the street and was conducted by immigration agents who concealed their identities. This incident has raised concerns about the suppression of political speech and the treatment of immigrants in the United States.