House Blocks Trump Impeachment; Trump Announces Iran Nuclear Talks
Key Takeaways
- Trump announced nuclear talks with Iran after ceasefire; IAEA seeks inspections of facilities.
- House blocked impeachment resolution against Trump for Iran airstrikes without congressional approval.
- Trump-backed bill proposes cuts to social safety net, impacting food benefits and healthcare.
- Report: US strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities ineffective; White House denies the report.
- Trump admin sues Maryland federal court over deportation order slowing migrant deportations.
Top Stories
Trump announces Iran nuclear talks after ceasefire; IAEA seeks inspections.
Following a ceasefire between Israel and Iran, Trump announced upcoming nuclear talks with Iran to address its nuclear program. Trump seeks Iran's commitment to abandon uranium enrichment, while the IAEA aims to resume inspections of Iranian nuclear facilities, which were impacted by U.S. strikes.
House blocks impeachment resolution against Trump.
On June 24-25, 2025, the U.S. House of Representatives blocked a resolution to impeach President Donald Trump, introduced by Al Green, by a vote of 344-79. The resolution was in response to Trump's airstrikes on Iran without congressional approval.
Trump-backed bill proposes cuts to social safety net.
On June 26, 2025, a bill backed by President Trump, as approved by the House, proposes significant cuts to social safety net programs. The legislation aims to reduce food benefits by hundreds of billions of dollars and remove nearly 11 million people from healthcare rolls.
Report: US strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities ineffective; White House denies.
A Defense Intelligence Agency assessment indicates that U.S. strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities on June 22, 2025, did not fully destroy the program, potentially setting it back by only a few months. The White House dismissed the report as inaccurate, and plans to restrict congressional access to classified information to prevent future leaks.
Trump admin sues Maryland federal court over deportation order.
In June 2025, the Trump administration sued the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland and its 15 judges over an order slowing deportations. The Justice Department claims a May standing order, which blocks deportation of migrants in Maryland who file legal challenges for two business days, interferes with executive powers and violates a Supreme Court ruling.
Capitol Hill
Senate blocks GOP proposal to sell federal land.
Senate Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough blocked Senator Mike Lee's GOP proposal to sell over 3,200 square miles of federal land in 11 Western states, including California, for housing and infrastructure, deeming it in violation of Senate rules. The plan aimed to spur development and generate revenue but faced sharp disagreement among Republicans and Democrats.
Emil Bove testifies before Senate Judiciary Committee.
Emil Bove, a former Trump attorney and nominee for the federal bench, testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee on June 25, 2025, facing questions about allegations that he instructed Justice Department attorneys to disregard court orders related to immigration matters to advance the Trump administration's priorities.
U.S. Rep. LaMonica McIver pleads not guilty.
U.S. Rep. LaMonica McIver pleaded not guilty on June 25, 2025, to federal charges of assaulting and interfering with immigration officers outside Newark’s Delaney Hall, an immigration detention facility, during a congressional oversight visit on May 9, 2025. The charges include assaulting and interfering with immigration officers at the New Jersey detention center.
Susan Monarez testifies before Senate committee.
On June 25, 2025, Susan Monarez, President Trump’s nominee to lead the CDC, testified before a Senate committee. Senators questioned her about CDC cuts, program eliminations, disagreements with Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s actions, and her approach to filling vacant seats on the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices.
Climate Concerns
German budget criticized for insufficient climate investment.
On June 24, 2025, the German government's budget planning was criticized for insufficient investment in climate protection. The approved 2025 budget draft includes high levels of debt and increased military spending.
German Greens criticize budget for fossil fuel subsidies.
The German Greens are criticizing the federal budget for its use of the Climate and Transformation Fund (KTF) to subsidize fossil fuels, specifically gas prices. This move is seen as a diversion of funds away from climate protection measures.
Global Stage
Trump's profanity on ceasefire, Erdogan offers talks.
On June 24 and 25, 2025, Donald Trump used profanity while commenting on the ceasefire situation between Iran and Israel. Turkish President Erdogan stated that Donald Trump is willing to meet in Turkey for talks on the Russia-Ukraine conflict if Putin joins.
Russia-Ukraine war: Russia claims control of Yalta.
On June 26, 2025, day 1,218 of the Russia-Ukraine war, Russia reported destroying drones targeting Moscow and other regions, and claimed control of Yalta in Donetsk. NATO allies pledged to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP by 2035.
Cho Hyun nominated as Foreign Minister.
On June 23 and 24, 2025, newly appointed Foreign Minister nominee Cho Hyun stated that establishing peace on the Korean Peninsula through dialogue between North Korea and the U.S. is a top priority for the Lee Jae-myung government's foreign and unification policies. He pledged to make resuming the US-North Korea dialogue a top priority.
Lawmaking Today
Lawmakers introduce 'No Adversarial AI Act'.
U.S. lawmakers introduced the bipartisan 'No Adversarial AI Act' on June 25, 2025, to prevent U.S. executive agencies from using AI models developed in China and other foreign adversaries, citing national security threats and data leak concerns.
Policy Insights
Constitutional Court approves amnesty law.
On June 26, 2025, the Constitutional Court approved the amnesty law with six votes in favor and four against. Four magistrates from the minority sector harshly criticized the law, deeming it "arbitrary" and designed to secure votes for President Sánchez.
US states sue Trump admin over funding cuts.
On June 23-25, 2025, over 20 US states and Washington, D.C., initiated a federal lawsuit in Massachusetts against the Trump administration, challenging billions in funding cuts. The lawsuit argues the administration misused a 2020 regulation and an obscure clause to cancel federal grants without congressional approval.
Trump admin seeks to deport immigrants to South Sudan.
The Trump administration requested Supreme Court permission to deport immigrants to South Sudan. The government refuted a lower court's decision that allowed immigrants to argue they would face torture or death if sent there.
National Taxpayer Advocate warns of IRS problems.
The National Taxpayer Advocate warns of potential IRS problems impacting the 2026 tax filing season. These issues stem from staffing cuts and funding reductions.
Trump admin plans to deny asylum requests.
The Trump administration is planning to deny asylum requests from migrants who entered the U.S. illegally, potentially leading to expedited deportations. This measure is part of a broader effort to limit legal protections for migrants.
ICE's actions under Trump's agenda.
The US law enforcement agency ICE has become a kind of domestic stormtrooper for Trump's agenda. Across the US, warnings have been spread about ICE raids. The agency has become shrouded in secrecy and is seen as a tool for Trump's immigration policies, which have been criticized for being overly aggressive and disregarding the law.