Morning Wire Evening Wire: LA Riot Fallout & US-China Trade Talks | 6.9.25
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Jun 9, 2025 The aftermath of violent protests in Los Angeles reveals deep tensions between federal and state authorities. National Guard deployment raises questions about public safety as law enforcement grapples with unrest. Meanwhile, international tensions escalate with Russia's retaliation against Ukraine, and U.S.-China trade relations face scrutiny. Amidst this chaos, significant political maneuvers unfold, including updates on controversial travel bans and military actions in Israel, painting a vivid picture of a nation in turmoil.
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LA Riot Escalates Violence
- The violent anti-ICE riots in Los Angeles overwhelmed local law enforcement, leading to deployment of the National Guard and hundreds of Marines on standby.
- Rioters used dangerous tactics like shooting commercial-grade fireworks and throwing cinder blocks at officers, escalating violence significantly.
SF Protest Turns Violent
- Solidarity protests for LA riots in San Francisco quickly turned violent, with rioters clashing with police and disrupting public transit.
- Even initially peaceful rallies can rapidly descend into chaos when tensions run high.
Trump's Targeted Travel Ban
- President Trump implemented a travel ban on citizens from 12 countries due to terrorist threats following an attack by an Egyptian national.
- The ban applies selectively to new visa applicants, allowing current visa holders from those countries to travel to the U.S.