1. U.S. Response to Iran Protests
- President Donald Trump confirmed that the U.S. is considering airstrikes on Iran to stop the violent crackdown on protesters.
- The White House emphasized that diplomacy remains the first option, but military action is on the table.
- Trump stated that Iran may have crossed a “red line” by killing unarmed protesters.
- Reports indicate massive protests in Iran, with some deaths caused by stampedes and others allegedly by government forces.
- Trump warned Iran that if they harm protesters, the U.S. will respond “very hard.”
- Communication channels remain open between U.S. and Iranian officials despite no formal diplomatic relations.
2. Anti-ICE Protests in the U.S.
- Trump pledged to investigate funding sources behind anti-ICE protests, suggesting that protesters may be “professional agitators” funded by dark money.
- DHS and Republican lawmakers claim that anti-ICE groups are not organic and are financed by far-left organizations.
- DHS is deploying up to 1,000 additional federal agents to Minneapolis amid rising anti-ICE protests.
- The protests escalated after an ICE officer fatally shot a woman (Renee Good), which DHS classified as domestic terrorism because she allegedly weaponized her vehicle.
- Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey criticized DHS and ICE, calling their actions harmful to city safety.
- Videos show organized anti-ICE activists blocking traffic, surrounding agents, and resisting law enforcement, leading to federal agents using tear gas and pepper balls.
- ICE and Border Patrol assert they will continue operations despite local opposition.
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