NPR News Now: June 10, 2025, 10 AM EDT

Hosted by Korva Coleman, NPR

Immigration Raids and Protests in Los Angeles

On the morning of June 10, 2025, Los Angeles experienced a tense atmosphere as federal immigration raids continued to provoke unrest. Although protests had subsided overnight, early clashes between police and protest groups signaled ongoing tensions. President Donald Trump announced the deployment of thousands of National Guard troops and 700 U.S. Marines to Los Angeles, asserting the necessity of these measures to prevent potential chaos.

Korva Coleman reported at [00:17]:

"President Trump is ordering thousands more national guard troops into LA, along with 700 US Marines. Writing online this morning, he says Los Angeles would have burned if he had not done this."

In contrast, local authorities expressed strong opposition to the federal actions. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass emphasized the detrimental impact of the raids, highlighting the fear and uncertainty they instill within the community.

At [00:47], Bass stated:

"The way to stop this violence is for the raids to not happen. And we're hearing that they could last for as long as 30 days with multiple raids a day with we don't know where they're going to take place. We don't know when they're going to happen. But it creates a sense of fear and terror throughout our city and it's just unacceptable."

Legal Challenges Against President Trump

In response to the federal interventions, California's governor and attorney general initiated a lawsuit against President Trump. They contend that his decision to deploy federal troops was based on a flawed interpretation of federal law, deeming his actions illegal.

Korva Coleman detailed at [01:06]:

"California's governor and attorney general are suing the president. They say Trump relied on a faulty interpretation of federal law to send in federal troops. They say he's acting illegally."

Impact on Immigrants and Local Businesses

The heightened immigration enforcement has significantly affected the immigrant community in Los Angeles. Many are apprehensive about leaving their homes, patronizing local businesses, or maintaining their employment due to fears of detention during raids.

Reporter Benjamin Gottlieb provided insights at [01:27]:

"Reporter Benjamin Gottlieb tells us some migrants say they're afraid to leave their homes, shop at local businesses, or go to work."

One notable story is that of Jonathan Reyes, who owns a juice bar in LA's San Fernando Valley. Originally from Honduras, his business relies heavily on immigrant customers. The presence of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents has led to a decline in patronage, forcing him to discard $600 worth of spoiled products.

At [01:27], Reyes shared:

"I'm not lying to you, he says, but I had to throw away $600 worth of product because it all went bad."

Moreover, even immigrants with legal status are hesitating to attend work, fearing potential raids. With approximately one-third of LA County's population being foreign-born, the ongoing raids have broader economic implications.

Korva Coleman concluded this segment at [02:10]:

"About a third of LA County's population is foreign born. For NPR News, I'm Benjamin Gottlieb in Los Angeles."

President Trump's Visit and US-China Trade Talks

President Trump planned a visit to Fort Bragg in North Carolina to commemorate the U.S. Army's 250th anniversary. Concurrently, U.S.-China trade negotiations remained a focal point for the stock markets, which showed minimal movement in early trading.

Korva Coleman reported at [02:10]:

"President Trump will visit Fort Bragg later today. He'll be at the military base in North Carolina to help celebrate the US Army's 250th birthday."

Scott Horsley from London provided further context at [02:32]:

"The trade talks are now in their second day. Triple digit tariffs that had slowed trade between the two countries are on hold temporarily, although the US is still taxing most imports from China at least 30%."

Business Impacts of US-China Trade Disputes

The uncertainty surrounding U.S.-China tariffs has adversely affected American businesses. Companies like Designer Brands, which owns Keds and Hushpuppies, along with the DSW retail chain, have experienced stock fluctuations. Recently, Designer Brands reported a quarterly loss that exceeded expectations, prompting Morgan Stanley analysts to caution that lower-income families might reduce their spending on fast food.

At [02:32], Scott Horsley noted:

"Stock in Designer brands was scuffed up, and after the company reported a bigger than expected quarterly loss, forecasters at Morgan Stanley are warning lower income families may have to dial back their spending on fast food."

Furthermore, McDonald's faces potential financial strain as analysts downgrade their price targets, suggesting that the fast-food giant may not be immune to the broader economic challenges emerging from the trade disputes.

International News: School Shooting in Austria

Tragedy struck southern Austria as a suspect carried out a mass school shooting, resulting in at least nine fatalities. The perpetrator is deceased, and several individuals sustained injuries. Austrian authorities have indicated that the suspect acted alone and have declared the public threat neutralized.

Korva Coleman reported at [03:12]:

"Authorities in southern Austria say a suspect has shot and killed at least nine people in a mass school shooting. The suspect is also dead."

Canadian Defense Spending

In a significant policy shift, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced that Canada will allocate billions of dollars to defense this year, aiming to meet NATO’s 2% GDP spending benchmark. This commitment marks a pivotal move as Canada previously fell short of the target, drawing criticism from President Trump.

From [03:12], Karva Coleman stated:

"Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says his country is going to spend billions of dollars on defence this year. Carney says Canada will reach the 2% spending threshold set by NATO. President Trump has criticized Canada for failing to meet the goal."

Annual Pilgrimage in Spain

Spain witnessed one of the world's largest Catholic events as approximately one million people participated in an annual pilgrimage to honor the Rocío Virgin, an icon of the Virgin Mary. The event, rooted in devotion, incorporates flamenco festivities and culminates in a vibrant final procession where devotees fervently seek blessings.

Ruth Sherlock described the scene at [04:08]:

"Crowds in colorful dress sing to the Rocio Virgin, an icon of the Virgin Mary in El Rocio, Spain. Videos filmed by the Associated Press from there show throngs of people wading through a river on foot and on horseback in this Andalusia region. There are festivities with dancing, beer and wine."

The devotion reaches its peak during the final procession, where participants, including men holding up young children, strive to get as close as possible to the revered icon amidst the dense crowd.

At [04:08], Sherlock added:

"Men hold young children above their heads, trying to press them to the icon, hoping they will be blessed."

This comprehensive summary encapsulates the key news stories covered in the June 10, 2025, episode of NPR News Now, providing insights into domestic and international events shaping the current landscape.