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Major U.S. News Events: June 15–22, 2025

US Strikes on Iranian Nuclear Sites

The United States military conducted air strikes on three Iranian nuclear sites, marking direct U.S. involvement in the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict1 2 3 45. President Donald Trump described the strikes as a "spectacular military success" and warned of further attacks if Iran does not "make peace"23. The Pentagon stated that Iran's nuclear capabilities were "devastated" after the strikes5. Members of Congress were split in their reactions to the bombings4.

Minnesota Lawmaker Assassinated

Minnesota state lawmaker Melissa Hortman and her husband were killed in their home by a gunman, Vance Boelter, who was later apprehended after a two-day manhunt45. The suspect allegedly targeted other lawmakers and Planned Parenthood centers, and authorities found a hit list with about 70 names45. The incident prompted widespread condemnation of political violence. (This is what happens when you alienate someone similar to the pizza gate incident not long ago, this is what misinformation is doing to our democracy!)

Protests and Civil Unrest

More than 5 million people participated in "No Kings Day" protests across over 2,100 cities and towns, marking the largest day of action against President Trump since his return to office. Protests occurred in major cities including Los Angeles, Philadelphia, New York, San Diego, Chicago, and Seattle.

Boeing Workers Strike

Over 30,000 Boeing workers went on strike after rejecting a proposed 25% pay increase, marking the company's first major strike since 20081. The strike is seen as a significant challenge for the already troubled aerospace company.

Pro-Palestinian Activist Released

Mahmoud Khalil, a prominent pro-Palestinian activist and recent Columbia University graduate, was released from a Louisiana ICE detention center after a federal judge ordered his release34. Khalil vowed to resume his activism following his release4.

Texas Mandates Ten Commandments in Classrooms

Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed a bill requiring all public school classrooms to display the Ten Commandments, making Texas the largest state to impose such a mandate3.

Other Notable Developments

The U.S. State Department began evacuations of Americans from Israel amid the ongoing conflict23.
A federal judge blocked the Trump administration from making drastic cuts to National Science Foundation research funding for universities24.
The parent agency of Voice of America issued termination notices to over 600 staff, reducing personnel by 85% since March4.
The Trump administration suspended enforcement of a Biden-era farmworker rule, calling it "burdensome"4.
The Federal Reserve indicated that rate cuts could be considered by July, given recent inflation data4.

These events summarize the major unbiased facts from U.S. news over the last week.