2025-06-20: Trump Roundup

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Ishmael Reed (2025-06-20). Calling Kamala Harris a Whore Won the Election for Trump. counterpunch.org I don't know which is worse. The former Vice President's defeat or the commentary that's followed, monopolized by men of similar backgrounds. Did German liberals appease the 3rd Reich as upscale liberals in our country are appeasing this American 4th Reich? Why do I call it the 4th Reich? Members of the Trump administration, like

WSWS (2025-06-20). After Minnesota shootings, Trump, MAGA Republicans stoke more fascist violence. wsws.org In the aftermath of the targeted shootings by a fascist Trump supporter of Democratic state lawmakers in Minnesota, Donald Trump and a number of MAGA Republicans have made statements calculated to stoke more fascist violence against members of the nominal opposition party and political opponents of the Trump regime.

presstv.ir (2025-06-20). Activists in Mexico rally against incoming Trump's anti-immigration policies. presstv.ir Migrant rights groups in Mexico demonstrated against the proposed anti-immigration measures of US President-elect Donald Trump.

Marjorie Cohn (2025-06-20). US Weighs Deeper Involvement in Israel's Illegal Attacks Against Iran. truthout.org As Donald Trump threatens to further enmesh the U.S. in Israel's war against Iran with direct strikes, legal experts warn that Israel's attacks violate international law, and that U.S. attacks would violate constitutional and statutory law. Israel began its war on Iran on June 12, with an attack that seemed intended to distract global attention from its genocide in Gaza. Since then… |

Mark Gruenberg, John Wojcik (2025-06-20). Troops everywhere? Trump may send military to occupy more U.S. cities. peoplesworld.org WASHINGTON—Beyond what is now, under Trump's orders, a continuing 60-day occupation of Los Angeles by U.S. Marines, the president says he's now ready to send troops into any other big city run by Democrats, African-Americans, or Latinos. He has ordered his security apparatus, according to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, to focus on stepping up immigration …

hindustantimes (2025-06-20). Russia fears 'Chernobyl 2.0'? Putin, Xi warn Trump, Netanyahu on Iran war plans. hindustantimes.com Russia has issued a stern warning to the United States, calling any potential U.S. military intervention in the ongoing Iran-Israel war "an extremely dangerous step." The Kremlin also urged Israel to immediately halt strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, particularly the Bushehr nuclear power plant, where Russian specialists are present. Moscow cautioned that an attack on Bushehr could trigger a "Chernobyl-style catastrophe," with severe global consequences. Watch for more…

Editor (2025-06-20). View From The Hill: Albanese Decides Against Pursuing Donald Trump To NATO. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Anthony Albanese, just back from the G7 and his cancelled meeting with Donald Trump, has abandoned the idea of going to next week's NATO meeting in pursuit of face time …

Anatol Lieven (2025-06-20). The 17 Ukraine war peace terms the US must put before NATO. responsiblestatecraft.org In the run up to the NATO Summit at The Hague next week, June 24-25, President Donald Trump and his administration should present a clear U.S. plan for peace in Ukraine to the European and Ukrainian governments — one that goes well beyond just a ceasefire. While it is understandable that Trump would like to walk away from the Ukraine peace process, given President Vladimir Putin's intransigence and now the new war in the Middle East, he and his team need to state clearly the parameters of a deal that they think will bring a lasting peace. Walking away from the effort to end the war prematurely leaves Wa…

WSWS (2025-06-20). Behind the US-Israeli war on Iran: The imperialist drive for global domination. wsws.org The lies about "weapons of mass destruction" used to justify the 2003 US invasion of Iraq are repeated in the face of Trump and Netanyahu's claims of an "imminent threat" by Iranian nuclear weapons.

The Independent (2025-06-20). Trump signs order to postpone TikTok ban for 3rd time. independent.co.ug NEW YORK | Xinhua | U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday signed an executive order to keep TikTok running in the United States for another 90 days, allowing his administration more time to negotiate a deal under the "sell-or-ban" law. Thus, TikTok can continue functioning for its 170 million users in the United States. …

aljazeera (2025-06-20). Project 2025: Governance reform or Culture War battle plan? aljazeera.com How has Project 2025 shaped Trump's second term? Marc Lamont Hill speaks to its former director, Paul Dans.

Henry A. Giroux (2025-06-20). From the Streets of LA to the National Stage: The Left Must Win the Cultural War. truthout.org On June 6, resistance ignited in the streets of Los Angeles to confront the Trump regime's brutal campaign against immigrants, enforced by the brutality of ICE agents and the machinery of mass deportation. In a chilling escalation, Trump branded the protesters "insurrectionists" and threatened the use of military force — turning dissent into a crime and protest into a pretext for repression. |

hindustantimes (2025-06-20). Tucker Carlson rips into Ted Cruz on live TV over Iran bombing claims | Trump. hindustantimes.com In a fiery exchange, Senator Ted Cruz faced intense scrutiny from conservative commentator Tucker Carlson during a live interview, as Carlson challenged Cruz's hawkish stance on Iran amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. Carlson grilled Cruz on his knowledge of Iran, repeatedly pressing him on basic facts such as the country's population and ethnic makeup, and accusing the Texas senator of advocating for regime change without understanding the nation he wished to target. Watch for more…

Amos Harel (2025-06-20). As Israel implores him to attack Iran, could two-week warning be a ruse? haaretz.com Whether the American president eventually decides to resume negotiations with the Islamic Republic or to join the Israeli offensive against its nuclear program, Netanyahu knows that the United States holds all the cards ‚ñ Once again, it appears that the Israeli leader has started a war without having bothered to come up with an exit strategy…

Sharon Zhang (2025-06-20). 62 Percent of Democrats Want Current Party Leaders to Be Replaced, Poll Finds. truthout.org New polling finds that most Democratic voters want the current leaders of the Democratic Party to be replaced, as current leadership has failed to unite behind a coherent message to resist President Donald Trump's fascist power grab. A Reuters/Ipsos poll released Thursday found that 62 percent of self-identified Democrats said that the party should replace Democrats with new leaders… |

presstv.ir (2025-06-20). 'Un-American,' 'Help people already here'- birthright citizenship debate divides NY. presstv.ir With the new administration of Trump rolling out immediate policy pushes on immigration, reaction on the street ran the gamut from horror to firm support.

Naeem Mughal (2025-06-20). EU-China Team Up to Dodge U.S. EV Tariffs. thinktank.pk The United States' 100% tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs), implemented in 2024 under the Biden administration and reinforced by President-elect Donald Trump's trade policies, have created a significant barrier for Chinese EV exports to the U.S. market. In response, the European Union (EU) and China are collaborating to circumvent these tariffs, ensuring Chinese EVs …

WSWS (2025-06-20). Will Lehman sues Labor Department over refusal to follow court order on UAW election complaint. wsws.org Nearly a year after a judge ruled that the DOL had illegally dismissed Lehman's original complaint relating to voter suppression, the agency—under both the Biden and Trump administrations—has taken no action.

A A (2025-06-20). Continúa la guerra de Trump 2.0 contra la migración venezolana. strategic-culture.su

geo.tv (2025-06-20). US court lets Trump keep control of California National Guard for now. geo.tv National Guard members stand guard outside the Edward R. Roybal Federal Building during a No Kings Day protest against President Donald Trump's policies, in Los Angeles, California, US, June 14, 2025. — ReutersTrump likely acted within authority, says US appeals court.Newsom can…

Saeed Minhas (2025-06-20). Is Pakistan Halts U.S.-Iran War: Two-Week Talks Begin! thinktank.pk In a rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape, recent developments suggest that Pakistan may have played a pivotal role in influencing U.S. policy toward Iran. Following a high-profile meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Asim Munir, reports indicate that the U.S. has postponed any decision on military action against …

Roberta Wood (2025-06-20). Medicaid cuts in the Big Ugly Bill threaten insured workers too. peoplesworld.org If you get your health care insurance at work through an employer plan, look out! The Republican-pushed "Big Beautiful Bill" is looking pretty ugly for all working-class Americans! HR 1, the centerpiece of Trump's legislative program, could have you shelling out an additional $2,000 a year for a family of four, according to a report …

Shawn Musgrave (2025-06-20). Mahmoud Khalil Won His Freedom Despite the Best Efforts of ICE's Intelligence Unit. theintercept.com a federal judge on Friday ordered the Trump administration to immediately release The judge had previously ruled that Khalil could not be held by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement based on a vague federal statute focused on potential "adverse foreign policy consequences" of his presence in the coun…

aljazeera (2025-06-20). US appeals court rules Trump can keep control of California National Guard. aljazeera.com President Donald Trump hails decision as 'big win', but Governor Gavin Newsom vows to pursue legal challenge.

Aaron Sobczak (2025-06-20). Israel's war testing Russia-Iran ties. responsiblestatecraft.org After Russia

A a (2025-06-20). Il progetto Trump sta fallendo? strategic-culture.su La fiducia è tutto. E quel "capitale" si sta rapidamente erodendo. | Segue nostro La disputa tra Musk e Trump (almeno per ora) ha tutte le caratteristiche di uno spettacolo televisivo. Ma non lasciatevi ingannare dal contenuto di intrattenimento. Il battibecco mette in luce una contraddizione fondamentale al centro della coalizione MAGA. àà possibile che questa contraddizione esploda in un secondo momento e potrebbe finire per inn…

aljazeera (2025-06-20). Why the EU should choose China over the US. aljazeera.com EU interests may no longer be best served by alliance with US – especially under Trump's increasingly dangerous agenda.

aljazeera (2025-06-20). Is Trump planning an 'Africa visa ban'? aljazeera.com African countries make up the bulk of a list of countries that could face new visa bans from August.

The Onion Staff (2025-06-20). SATIRE: Congress Passes Blank Bill For Trump To Write Whatever Law He Wants. theonion.com WASHINGTON—After weeks of eliminating what many lawmakers called "frivolous" and "unnecessary" provisions, Congress reportedly passed a blank bill Thursday in which President Donald Trump can simply write whatever law he wants. "Today we are sending to the president's desk 200 completely clean sheets of paper that are hereby codified such that anything he chooses to …

Martin Burns (2025-06-20). Americans Oppose Trump Joining Israel-Iran War and Do Not See the Iranian Nuclear Program as an Immediate Threat. bylinetimes.com Polling from the Economist/YouGov and the Washington Post shows that contrary to President

Tristan Baurick (2025-06-20). Trump quietly shutters the only federal agency that investigates industrial chemical explosions. peoplesworld.org On a summer night in 2023, an explosion at one of Louisiana's biggest petrochemical complexes sent a plume of fire into the sky. More explosions followed as poison gas spewed from damaged tanks at the Dow chemical plant, triggering a shelter-in-place order for anyone within a half mile of the facility, which sprawls across more than 830 …

aljazeera (2025-06-20). GOP fractured on Iran strikes as Trump weighs two-week deadline. aljazeera.com Trump's base is splintering from GOP hawks over possible US strikes on Iran.

cameron orr (2025-06-20). Stop the repression and persecution of migrants in the U.S.! cpusa.org Not one step back in defense of and solidarity with migrants, unionists, students, and people fighting for their rights in the United States! | The Communist Party USA (CPUSA) and the Popular Socialist Party of Mexico (PPSM) express our strongest condemnation of the escalating repression and violence exercised by the imperialist and ultraconservative government of Donald Trump against the population of Los Angeles, California. We categorically repudiate the use of militarized police forces and the…

cameron orr (2025-06-20). °Alto a la represión y persecución de los migrantes en EE. UU! cpusa.org °Ni un paso atrás en la defensa y en la solidaridad con los migrantes, sindicalistas, estudiantes y pueblo que lucha por sus derechos en Estados Unidos! | El Partido Comunista de Estados Unidos (CPUSA) y el Partido Popular Socialista de México (PPSM) expresamos nuestra más enérgica condena a la escalada de represión y violencia ejercida por el gobierno imperialista y ultraconservador de Donald Trump contra la población de Los àÅngeles, California. Repudiamos categóricamente el uso de fuer…

Xinhua (2025-06-20). Mexico proposes broad deal with U.S. covering security, immigration, trade. pressenza.com Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said Wednesday she had spoken with U.S. President Donald Trump and proposed a broad agreement encompassing security, immigration and trade. | Speaking at her daily press conference at the National Palace, Sheinbaum said the conversation took place Tuesday, after Trump cut short his attendance at the G7 Summit in Canada due to the Middle East crisis. | Given the size of the Mexican community in the United States, Sheinbaum emphasized the need for a formal and comprehensive framework for bilateral cooperation."I proposed a general agreement — one that covers security, immig…

Marilyn Bechtel (2025-06-20). Oaklanders fill the streets on No Kings Day. peoplesworld.org OAKLAND, Calif.—As she took the mike in front of City Hall on June 14, No Kings Day, U.S. Representative Lateefah Simon, a Democrat representing Oakland and surrounding communities, told the Trump administration, "We are coming! We are coming with ballots, we are coming with protests. We are coming with policy. We are coming with the …

JANET (2025-06-20). Trump's Plans on Iran: Interview on RT. iacenter.org The Zionists and U.S. imperialism are shocked at Iran's capacity to respond. Sara Flounders, Co-Director of the International Action Center, on Trump's Plans on Iran Watch Here…

Paul R. Pillar (2025-06-20). Israel is luring the US into a trap. responsiblestatecraft.org

Sharmine Narwani (2025-06-20). Will Trump enter WAR against Iran? Ep.88. thealtworld.com Will Trump enter WAR against Iran? | Ep.88…

The Independent (2025-06-20). Trump will make Iran war decision in next two weeks. independent.co.ug NEW YORK | Xinhua | U.S. President Donald Trump will make a decision on whether he will order a strike against Iran in the next two weeks, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said at a briefing on Thursday. "Based on the fact that there's a substantial chance of negotiation that may or may not …

John Wojcik, Mark Gruenberg (2025-06-20). Trump bill will mean 23 percent cut in Social Security benefits. peoplesworld.org If Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" is not stopped, the president's promise not to cut Social Security will be thrown into the trash heap, and recipients will soon end up with a 23% cut in benefits. The government is now saying the Social Security Trust fund will run out faster than ever, meaning that when people …

hindustantimes (2025-06-20). Trump's top envoy goes straight to Iran FM in shocking diplomatic move | Israel. hindustantimes.com The United States has stunned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu by holding back on Israel's urgent request for U.S. bombers to strike Iran's fortified nuclear sites. According to three diplomats cited by Reuters, direct talks are underway between the U.S. and Iran to secure a diplomatic resolution to the crisis, with U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi holding several phone conversations since the onset of Israeli strikes. Watch for more…

Editor (2025-06-20). Rogue States: The Illegality of the U.S.-Backed Israeli Attacks on Iran. scheerpost.com Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu at White House 2025. Dan Scavino, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons | By Craig Mokhiber / The Israeli regime, drunk with western-backed impunity, flush with western-supplied weapons, and driven by a violent, western-born racist ideology, is rampaging across the Middle East, leaving a trail of blood and destruction in its wake. | The Israeli regime's blatant act of aggression against Iran is just the latest crime perpetrated by the regime in its…

Andrew Korybko (2025-06-20). Critiquing Trump's Point About Russia, The G7, Ukraine. thealtworld.com Trump's point is all over the place, being sensible, incomplete, and disingenuous all in one. | Trump shocked his G7 peers during their latest summit when he

Agency (2025-06-20). "No Kings?," How About "No Presidents!" itsgoingdown.org

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