California Governor Gavin Newsom has publicly criticized President Donald Trump’s decision to deploy the National Guard in Los Angeles to manage protests against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) actions. Newsom argues that this move exacerbates tensions rather than alleviating them. The protests arise from widespread discontent regarding federal immigration raids. Border czar Tom Homan has emphasized that individuals obstructing law enforcement operations might face arrest, intensifying the already strained situation.
In other news, Coco Gauff expressed disbelief over her recent French Open singles victory, underscoring the emotional weight of the achievement. Meanwhile, a zebra that had escaped in Tennessee was recaptured after a week of being on the run. Severe weather continues to impact Texas, with reports of hail as a potent storm moves eastward, putting 44 million people at risk. In Las Vegas, a shooting at the Bellagio Fountains resulted in two fatalities.
Internationally, Israel intercepted a Gaza-bound aid ship and detained activist Greta Thunberg, raising concerns over humanitarian efforts. In sports, Cole Young made a splash in his MLB debut with a walk-off RBI for the Seattle Mariners. Notably, Betsy Jochum, a significant figure in women’s baseball, passed away at 104.
In entertainment, Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ legal team is pushing for a mistrial for the second time, while Nick Jonas is rumored to portray Paul Stanley in a KISS biopic. The legal battles surrounding Combs reflect ongoing tensions, while the Trump-Elon Musk feud remains a topic of discussion, with Trump stating he has no plans to engage with Musk moving forward.
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