U.S. News Roundup | June 13–15, 2025
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1. Trump’s military parade and “No Kings” protests
Saturday, June 14 marked a massive U.S. Army 250th-anniversary parade in Washington, D.C., also Trump’s 79th birthday and Flag Day. The cost ranged from $25 M to $45 M, featuring 6,600 troops, 150 vehicles, flyovers, veteran ceremonies, and Sanders-style hardware.
Simultaneously, a coordinated “No Kings” nationwide protest erupted in around 2,000 cities, with over 5 million participants, the largest single-day demonstration during Trump’s second term, condemning perceived authoritarian tactics.
In L.A., the situation escalated: U.S. Marines detained a civilian on June 13, a first in the city, and protests on June 14 saw tear gas, rubber bullets, and arrests during immigration‑raid demonstrations .
2. Domestic and legal turbulence
A peacekeeping officer fatally shot a Utah protester during demonstrations, a tragic flashpoint amidst unrest.
A suspect has been arrested in connection to shootings targeting two Minnesota legislators and their spouse.
Meanwhile, courts blocked several Trump administration orders, including those affecting Federal policy, National Guard control in California, and immigrant-related data transfers.
3. Foreign policy and economic developments
Trump commented on the Israel–Iran conflict, saying “sometimes they have to fight it out,” while vetoing an Israeli plot to assassinate Iran’s Supreme Leader, news taking center stage at the G7 in Canada.
The planned negotiations on Iran’s nuclear program were delayed due to ongoing Israeli strikes .
Trump approved the $14.9 billion sale of U.S. Steel to Japan’s Nippon Steel, using a “golden share” provision over national security concerns.
4. Markets, policy, and tech
Market watchers are eyeing the Fed’s rate decision mid‑week, upcoming retail sales and housing data, plus the launch of Tesla’s robotaxi service in Austin as early as Sunday.
June 19 will be a trading holiday marking Juneteenth.
5. Culture and sports snapshot
On the lighter side, the U.S Open golf concluded at Oakmont, with J.J. Spaun leading early and favorites like Scheffler and McIlroy trailing.
Celebrities were active: Ellen Pompeo, Ben Stiller, Kevin Durant, Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce, Idris Elba, Meryl Streep and others attended high-profile festivals and events across the country.
