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Trump Deploys National Guard To Quell LA ICE Riots

President Donald Trump ordered 2,000 National Guard troops into Los Angeles to suppress violent protests against immigration enforcement, escalating a tense standoff with California officials and sparking widespread clashes in the city.

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24 Hours Trump escalates immigration crackdown with National Guard deployment in LA + Violent anti-ICE protests rage across Los Angeles for third day + Russia unleashes record 479-drone strike on Ukraine + US-China trade talks kick off in London amid tariff tensions + Israel intercepts Gaza-bound aid ship with Greta Thunberg aboard + Colombian presidential hopeful shot at political rally, remains critical + Trump’s travel ban on 12 countries takes effect amid rising tensions + California Gov. Newsom vows legal battle over federal National Guard in LA + FBI offers $50K bounty for LA rioter assaulting officer + Two dead in shooting on Las Vegas Strip amid chaos + Warner Bros. Discovery to split into two public companies by next year + Thousands protest immigration raids on LA freeways, causing citywide chaos + ABC suspends correspondent Terry Moran for social media attacks on Trump aide + NATO chief calls for 400% boost in air and missile defense to counter Russia + Elon Musk and Trump feud continues amidst political fallout + LA riots cause widespread destruction, Waymo self-driving cars torched + Massive manhunt underway after shooting near Bellagio fountains + Court allows Trump Corporation for Public Broadcasting board firings to stand + Democratic leaders accused of fueling LA riots in political blame game + Marines may be deployed to Los Angeles if violence escalates, Pentagon warns

Number 479 - Number of drones Russia launched in record attack on Ukraine

Quote "I am directing... all such action necessary to liberate Los Angeles from the Migrant Invasion" — President Donald Trump

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Trump Sends National Guard Into LA Amid Anti-ICE Chaos

LA Protests Escalate As National Guard Arrives

California Governor Vows To Sue Over Trump Guard Deployment

Violent anti-immigration protests in Los Angeles intensify in response to federal immigration raids. President Trump deploys National Guard troops and threatens further military intervention amid escalating riots and clashes with law enforcement. California officials oppose the federal action and promise legal challenges.

Russia Launches Record 479-Drone Strike On Ukraine

Ukraine Hits Russian Fighter Jets In Night Raid

Russia Expands Ground War Into Ukraine’s Dnipropetrovsk Region

Russia intensifies the Ukraine conflict with the largest drone barrage of the war, launching nearly 500 drones overnight. Ukraine claims successful strikes and prepares for a prisoner exchange with Russia, highlighting ongoing tensions and military escalation.

US-China Trade Talks Begin In London Amid Tensions

US And China Meet For Fragile Trade Truce Talks

New Round Of US-China Talks To Salvage Trade Deal

US and China convene for critical trade negotiations in London aiming to resolve tariff disputes and ease tensions in their ongoing trade war. Both sides face challenges as export controls and market concerns dominate talks impacting global economic stability.

Israel Seizes Gaza-Bound Aid Ship Carrying Greta Thunberg

Israeli Forces Prevent Boat With Greta Thunberg From Gaza

Israel Vows ‘Any Means’ To Stop Gaza Aid Flotilla

Israel intercepts Gaza-bound aid vessels attempting to break the naval blockade, detaining activists including Greta Thunberg. The military reinforces its position with new intelligence and threats to prevent aid from reaching Gaza amid heightened tensions.

Colombian Presidential Candidate Shot At Rally, Critical

Colombian Senator Shot In Head, Hospitalized In Serious Condition

Teen Arrested After Shooting Of Colombian Politician

Political violence shocks Colombia as a conservative presidential candidate is critically wounded in an assassination attempt, reviving fears of past turmoil. Arrests follow the attack as the nation grapples with its political stability ahead of upcoming elections.

Warner Bros Discovery To Split Into Two Firms

Media Giant Warner Bros To Divide Streaming From TV

Warner Bros Discovery Announces Major Corporate Split

Warner Bros. Discovery announces plans to split into two separate publicly traded companies separating its streaming and studio operations from cable networks amidst industry shifts towards streaming and changing market dynamics.

Anti-ICE Protests Spread To San Francisco, Dozens Arrested

NYC Joins LA In Violent Immigration Protests

FBI Warns Protesters: ‘Hit A Cop, You’re Going To Jail’

Political unrest continues with major demonstrations, including violent protests against immigration raids spreading beyond Los Angeles to New York and San Francisco, with calls for law enforcement crackdowns and divergent political opinions.

Two Dead In Shooting On Las Vegas Strip

Shooting Near Bellagio Fountains Kills One, Manhunt Underway

Police Hunt Gunman After Vegas Strip Shooting Leaves 2 Dead

Multiple shootings around Las Vegas result in deaths and ongoing manhunts, spreading fear among tourists and residents in the bustling Strip area with officials investigating the incidents amid heightened security concerns.

Trump Travel Ban Blocks Entry From 12 Countries

New Trump Travel Ban Takes Effect Amid Rising Tensions

Trump Immigration Raids Spark Wave Of Protests

Donald Trump intensifies immigration enforcement policies including a sweeping travel ban affecting citizens of 12 countries, implementing controversial raids, and eliciting political backlash domestically and abroad over immigration control measures.

Trump And Musk Feud Rages With No Sign Of Truce

Trump Threatens Musk With ‘Serious Consequences’

Musk Tries To Reconcile By Backing Trump On LA Violence

Political and media turmoil involves public and private feuds between Donald Trump and Elon Musk, with shifting alliances affecting Republican strategies, including Musk’s criticized opposition to Trump's legislative agenda.

Newsom Blasts Trump As ‘Stone-Cold Liar’ Over Guard Deployment

California Governor Dares Trump To Arrest Him Over Guard Move

Dem Leaders Blame Trump For LA Chaos As Violence Escalates

California Governor Gavin Newsom and other Democratic leaders vehemently oppose President Trump's deployment of National Guard to Los Angeles and his immigration policies, escalating the political conflict amid ongoing unrest in the state.

Court Upholds Trump Firings At Public Broadcasting

Trump Collects Key Court Victories Amid Administration

Authorities Arrest ICE Riot Suspects Across US Cities

Major legal rulings and law enforcement actions related to Trump administration policies, such as court decisions on tariffs and corporate board firings, alongside arrests tied to immigration enforcement and violent riot activities.

Global Shares Mixed Ahead Of US-China Talks

Gold Gains On Trade Talks As Platinum Hits 4-Year Peak

Robinhood Stocks Slide After Missing S&P 500 Entry

Economic and market updates include cautious global shares amid US-China trade talks, gold and platinum price rallies, and corporate movements involving Robinhood, AppLovin, and emerging AI tech investments across the UK and US markets.

NATO Chief Demands 400% Defense Boost Against Russia

Putin Approves Long-Term Military Plans To 2050

Russia Recruiting Cubans For Ukrainian Frontlines

NATO leadership calls for dramatic increases in air and missile defenses to counter Russian threats, while Russia reveals new naval and military strategies and recruits foreign fighters, signaling escalations in global military posturing.

Apple Highlights AI Strategy At WWDC 2025

Google’s Pixel To Get Battery Health Feature

Microsoft Reveals New Xbox Handheld Consoles

News from the tech arena include Apple and Google preparing AI and hardware updates, with Google reintroducing popular features and Apple focusing on AI strategy amid growing challenges, while Microsoft unveils new Xbox handheld consoles.

Gulf Nations Expand Footprint In Africa’s Economy

UN Troops To Withdraw From Lebanon After Years

Iran Claims To Have Israeli Nuclear Secrets

In global affairs, African countries and Gulf nations deepen economic ties, while United Nations forces prepare to exit Lebanon. Iran makes contentious claims about nuclear data and issues counter offers in nuclear negotiations, highlighting growing regional tensions.

‘Jane’ Continues Testimony In Diddy Federal Trial

Democratic National Committee Chair Considers Quitting

DNC Vice Chair Seeks To Primary Fellow Democrats

Legal and political turmoil surrounds high-profile trials and investigations, such as Sean 'Diddy' Combs' federal trial and Democratic National Committee infighting, alongside controversial appointments and political parties' struggles.

Severe Storms Lash Texas With Hurricane-Force Winds

Tropical Storm Barbara Poised To Become Hurricane

Over 40 Million Face Severe Weather Threats Across US

Weather and natural disaster alerts highlight severe thunderstorms threatening millions with 100 mph winds in Texas and surrounding regions, tropical storms off Mexico's coast with hurricane potential, and wildfire smoke affecting air quality in parts of the US northeast.

Skydiving Plane Crashes In Tennessee, Multiple Injured

4 Cartel Suspects Killed After Ambush That Killed 5 Officers

Two People Dead In Latest US City Shootings

Multiple violent incidents reported including a skydiving plane crash in Tennessee causing injuries, a spree of cartel-related killings in Mexico, and various shootings in U.S. cities resulting in deaths and investigations.

Trump Uses Emergency Powers At Unprecedented Levels

Pressure Mounts As Trump Targets Legal Firms Amid Politics

Legal Experts Warn Of Risks With Troops Policing Civilians

Judicial and political battles grow as President Trump intensifies emergency powers, targets lawyers, and faces court scrutiny while facing criticism from Democratic leaders and civil rights groups over immigration policy and deployment of military forces within the US.

ICE Busts Migrants With Violent Records In LA Raids

DOJ Partners With Texas To End Benefits For Illegal Immigrants

Anti-ICE Protesters Escalate Violence As Police Struggle

Crime and law enforcement developments include arrests of criminals among immigrants in Los Angeles raids, new policies spearheaded by ICE and DOJ, ongoing investigations into violent acts, and challenges faced by police and immigration officials amid protests.

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