NPR News: 06-09-2025 5AM EDT

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NPR News: June 9, 2025 – Comprehensive Summary

Released: June 9, 2025

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Los Angeles Protests Erupt Over Immigration Policies

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Tensions flared in Los Angeles as police reported several dozen arrests following three consecutive days of intense protests against President Trump's immigration crackdown. The demonstrations, marked by violence and disruption, saw cars set ablaze and freeways blocked, prompting the deployment of National Guard troops. The city's downtown area was declared an unlawful assembly zone in an effort to restore order.

Steve Futterman reported from Los Angeles, highlighting the severity of the confrontations:

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"For a third day, police and protesters faced off. There were various skirmishes involving tear gas, pepper spray, plastic bullets and a few physical encounters."

The introduction of National Guard troops ignited further anger among protestors. Thousands gathered at a City Hall rally where voices like Kenya Akulser resonated with determination:

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Kenya Akulser: "Today we march."

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Dave Mattingly: "Tomorrow we march. We protect our communities at all costs."

Later in the day, some demonstrators escalated their actions by storming the Hollywood Freeway, leading to its closure and the setting of vehicles on fire.

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California Governor to Sue Trump Administration Over National Guard Deployment

Timestamp: 01:21

In response to the deployment of National Guard troops in Los Angeles, California Governor Gavin Newsom announced his intention to sue the Trump administration. Both Governor Newsom and LA Mayor Karen Bass criticized the move as inflammatory, arguing that it exacerbates tensions rather than facilitating peace.

President Trump's recent executive actions have intensified the immigration debate. His administration implemented a travel ban affecting 12 countries, including Afghanistan, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, and Yemen, with entry restrictions on an additional seven nations such as Cuba, Sierra Leone, and Venezuela. The White House justified these measures citing national security concerns and potential terror threats, pointing to deficient passport screening protocols in some of the affected countries.

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Iran Draws Closer to UN Scrutiny Over Nuclear Program

Timestamp: 01:21

Amidst ongoing nuclear negotiations, Iran's Foreign Ministry announced plans to present a counterproposal to the United States, effectively rejecting the latest offer from the Trump administration. The Iranian Foreign Minister cautioned against supporting a censure resolution against Tehran during the upcoming meeting of the UN's nuclear watchdog.

Bethany Bell from the BBC provided insights from Vienna, the headquarters of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA):

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"If passed, the resolution would accuse Iran of being in non-compliance for the first time in almost 20 years. It would also carry the threat of an eventual referral to the UN Security Council."

This development follows a recent IAEA report that highlighted a general lack of cooperation from Iran, raising alarms over secret atomic work and undeclared nuclear material in regions under prolonged investigation.

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Tropical Storm Barbara Strengthening Towards Hurricane Status

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Meteorologists are closely monitoring Tropical Storm Barbara, which is expected to intensify into a hurricane off Mexico's Pacific coast. Residents in the affected regions are advised to stay alert as Barbara approaches, with potential implications for coastal communities.

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Tony Awards Celebrate Broadway's Best

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Broadway enthusiasts gathered at Radio City Music Hall in New York to celebrate outstanding performances at this year's Tony Awards. The event honored both seasoned veterans and promising newcomers, highlighting the dynamic range of Broadway talent.

Jeff London reported on the night's standout moments:

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"The big question was, would 11-time Tony nominee Audra McDonald bring another statue home for her role in Gypsy or would it go to Broadway first-timer Nicole Scherzinger for Sunset Boulevard."

Other notable winners included:

• Cola Scola for portraying Mary Todd Lincoln in the comedy Oh, Mary.
• Sarah Snook, a Broadway rookie from Succession, won Best Actress in a Play for her versatile performance in The Picture of Dorian Gray.
• Darren Criss secured Best Actor in a Musical for his role in Maybe Happy Ending.

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Sports Roundup: Finals Tied and Stock Market Gains

Timestamp: 04:15

In the world of sports, the NBA Finals remain in a deadlock as Oklahoma City triumphed over the Indiana Pacers with a score of 123 to 107. The series is now poised to continue in Indianapolis with Game 3 scheduled for Wednesday night.

Simultaneously, the NHL's Stanley Cup Final entered a tied state after the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers each secured a victory in the first two games, both of which extended into overtime. Game 3 is set to take place tonight in Florida, with fans eagerly anticipating another intense matchup.

On the financial front, Wall Street concluded the trading week on a positive note. Major indices experienced gains of over 1% each, with the Dow, S&P, and Nasdaq all closing higher on Friday, reflecting investor optimism.

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[Dave Mattingly]

Live from NPR News in Washington, I'm Dave Mattingly. Police in Los Angeles are reporting several dozen arrests following three days of sometimes violent protests over President Trump's crackdown on illegal immigration. Cars have been set on fire and freeways blocked. National Guard troops have been deployed to la, where the city's downtown has been declared an unlawful assembly area. Steve Futterman has more from Los Angeles.

[Steve Futterman]

For a third day, police and protesters faced off. There were various skirmishes involving tear gas, pepper spray, plastic bullets and a few physical encounters. National Guard troops were present for the first time, sparking anger. Thousands attended a city hall rally. One of those speaking Kenya Akulser.

[Jeff London]

Today we march.

[Dave Mattingly]

Tomorrow we march. We protect our communities at all costs.

[Steve Futterman]

Late in the day, some protesters went on the Hollywood Freeway, forcing its closure and setting some vehicles on fire. For NPR News, I'm Steve Futterman in Los Angeles.

[Dave Mattingly]

California Governor Gavin Newsom says he plans to sue the Trump administration for deploying members of the National Guard. In Los Angeles, the governor and LA's Mayor Karen Bass have called their deployment inflammatory. President Trump's ban on people from 12 countries traveling to the US and entry restrictions on those from seven others went into effect today. Those countries under the full ban include Afghanistan, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia and Yemen. The those under restrictions include Cuba, Sierra Leone and Venezuela. The White House says the changes were prompted by national security concerns, including potential terror attacks. The president says some of the countries have deficient screening for issuing passports. Iran's Foreign Ministry says Tehran will soon present a counter proposal to the US in nuclear talks between the two countries. Iran has rejected the latest offer from the Trump administration. Iran's foreign minister is warning the US and other Western countries not to back a censure resolution against tehran when the UN's nuclear watchdog meets today. The BBC's Bethany Bell has more from Vienna, the home of the International Atomic Energy Agency.

[Bethany Bell]

The resolution, if passed, would accuse Iran of being in non compliance for the first time in almost 20 years. It would also carry the threat of an eventual referral to to the UN Security Council. It follows a report from the IAEA last week, which cited a general lack of cooperation from Iran and raised concerns over secret atomic work and undeclared nuclear material in areas which have long been under investigation.

[Dave Mattingly]

That's the BBC's Bethany Bell. Later today, Tropical Storm Barbara is expected to strengthen into a hurricane off Mexico's Pacific coast. This is NPR News. Broadway honored its best last night at this year's Tony Awards. As Jeff London reports, veterans and newcomers shared in the awards given out at Radio City Music hall in New York.

[Jeff London]

The big question was, would 11 time Tony nominee Audra McDonald bring another statue home for her role in Gypsy or would it go to Broadway first timer Nicole Scherzinger for Sunset Boulevard. Nicole Scherzinger in the best actor in a play category. Cola Scola, another Broadway first timer, won for playing Mary Todd Lincoln in their self described stupid comedy oh, Mary. Julie Harris has a Tony for playing Mary Todd Lincoln. Another Broadway rookie, Sarah Snook from Succession, won best actress in a play portraying 26 roles in the Picture of Dorian Gray. And Darren Criss, who's been on Broadway several times, won best actor in a musical for maybe happy Ending. For NPR News, I'm Jeff London in New York.

[Dave Mattingly]

The NBA Finals are tied at a game apiece after Oklahoma City beat the Indiana Pacers last night, 123 to 107. The best of seven series now shifts to Indianapolis for Game 3 on Wednesday night in the NHL. Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final is tonight in Florida between the Panthers and the Edmonton Oilers. That series is also tied at a game apiece. The first two games went to overtime. Wall street is coming off a positive close to the trading week. The Dow, the S and P and the Nasdaq each closed up more than 1% on Friday. I'm Dave Mattingly in Washington.

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