Trump Deploys National Guard Amid Immigration Protests; Poland Scrambles Jets After Russian Airstrikes
Key Takeaways
- Trump deployed the National Guard to Los Angeles amid immigration raid protests.
- Poland scrambled fighter jets due to Russian airstrikes on Ukraine on June 9, 2025.
- Democrats support Trump’s tax agenda; Senate approves 'no tax on tips'.
- UK boosts AI infrastructure with £1bn of extra funding.
- Trump administration seeks to preserve tariffs deemed illegal by appeals court.
Top Stories
Trump deploys National Guard amid immigration raid protests.
On June 8, 2025, President Trump deployed the National Guard to Los Angeles due to protests against immigration raids, citing Title 10 of the U.S. Code. This led to criticism and defense from both Republicans and Democrats, with California potentially filing a lawsuit challenging the deployment.
Poland scrambled fighter jets due to Russian airstrikes.
On June 9, 2025, Poland scrambled fighter jets to secure its airspace in response to Russian airstrikes on Ukraine.
Democrats support Trump's tax agenda; Senate approves 'no tax on tips'.
On June 9, 2025, Democrats showed support for President Trump’s tax agenda, with Senator Jacky Rosen successfully moving to have the Senate unanimously approve a version of Mr. Trump’s “no tax on tips” proposal.
UK boosts AI infrastructure; Nvidia CEO praises UK.
On June 9, 2025, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer opened London Tech Week by announcing a boost to AI infrastructure, including £1bn of extra funding, while Nvidia's CEO praised the UK's AI researchers and entrepreneurs.
Trump administration seeks to preserve tariffs deemed illegal.
On June 9, 2025, the Trump administration is asking an appeals court to preserve a set of tariffs recently deemed to be illegal, while officials meet with Chinese counterparts in London to negotiate new trade terms.
Global Stage
Russia launched record 499 drones and missiles at Ukraine.
Milei tames inflation in Argentina, eyes legislative elections.
On June 9, 2025, it was reported that Argentine President Javier Milei has largely tamed runaway inflation with a ruthless austerity plan and aims to solidify power in legislative elections in October.
Mexican President criticizes U.S. over immigration raids.
On June 8, 2025, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum criticized the U.S. government over the immigration raids and National Guard deployment.
Israel intercepts ship carrying Thunberg to Gaza.
On June 9, 2025, Israel intercepted a ship carrying Greta Thunberg and other activists to Gaza; the defense minister vowed to prevent the ship from reaching Gaza.
Rome protesters call for end to Israeli offensive in Gaza.
White House Updates
Trump's travel ban on 12 countries takes effect.
Newsom calls Trump deployment unlawful; Bass blames Trump.
On June 8, 2025, California Governor Gavin Newsom called on Trump to withdraw troops, deeming the deployment unlawful, while Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass blamed the Trump administration for inciting tension.
Trump calls demonstrators 'violent'; Hegseth warns of troops.
On June 8, 2025, Trump called the demonstrators "violent, insurrectionist mobs," and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned that the Pentagon was prepared to mobilize active-duty troops if violence continued.
Trump's 'retribution quest': Musk feud, investigations, lawsuits.
As of June 8, 2025, President Trump's second term is marked by retribution, including threatening to cut off Musk's contracts, ordering investigations, and filing lawsuits against critics.
Errol Musk: Elon made mistake challenging Trump; Trump warns Musk.
On June 9, 2025, Errol Musk stated that Elon Musk made a mistake by publicly challenging Donald Trump, and Trump reiterated his statement that his relationship with Musk was over and warned of "serious consequences".
European Political Scene
Mass opposition demonstration in Madrid; Feijóo calls elections.
Patriots for Europe leaders join National Rally's 'Victory Day'.
Policy Insights
Government commits to controlling public spending in 2026 budget.
On June 8, 2025, Eric Lombard reiterated the government's commitment to controlling public spending in the upcoming 2026 budget, requiring approximately 40 billion euros in savings.
Government aims to revise increasing civil servant numbers.
On June 8, 2025, Public Accounts Minister Amélie de Montchalin stated that the government wants to "revise the trend" of increasing the number of civil servants in recent years.
Lombard: Not the right time for mandatory capitalization.
On June 8, 2025, Eric Lombard stated that it was not the right time to introduce a mandatory capitalization component into the pension system, as proposed by Edouard Philippe.
Election Watch
Mothin Ali runs for Green deputy leader, challenging image.
On June 9, 2025, Mothin Ali announced his candidacy to replace Zack Polanski as deputy leader of the Green Party, aiming to champion working-class communities and challenge the party's "middle-class" image; he is the third candidate to announce their bid.
UK Local Politics
Khan furious over London funding; Treasury cites benefits.
On June 9, 2025, Sadiq Khan is reportedly furious at Rachel Reeves over a lack of funding for London, while a Treasury source stated that the government had granted London huge benefits.
UK Spending Review
UK spending review: Police budgets may rise; £1.2B shortfall.
On June 9, 2025, various UK ministers and sources discussed the upcoming spending review, with police budgets expected to rise, but a £1.2 billion shortfall is reported, and the culture minister anticipates an end to austerity.