The President's Daily Brief: Afternoon Bulletin Summary | June 11th, 2025

Hosted by Mike Baker, Former CIA Operations Officer

Introduction

On the June 11th, 2025 episode of The President's Daily Brief hosted by Mike Baker, listeners are presented with a comprehensive analysis of two pivotal issues shaping national and international landscapes: the surge of anti-ICE riots within the United States fueled by left-wing nonprofits, and China's significant military maneuvers in the Pacific Ocean signaling an escalation of its naval ambitions.

1. Left-Wing Nonprofits Fueling Anti-ICE Riots in the U.S.

Overview of the Unrest

Mike Baker opens the bulletin by addressing the escalating immigration-related riots spreading across major U.S. cities. He highlights that these protests, initially concentrated in Los Angeles, are now manifesting in cities such as New York, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Austin, Atlanta, and Denver.

"These anti ICE demonstrations are, well, far from organic," Baker states at [00:35], emphasizing the orchestrated nature of the unrest.

Organizers and Funding Sources

Baker delves into the involvement of various left-wing nonprofits, socialist billionaires, and foreign entities linked to the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) in financing and organizing these protests. Notable organizations include:

• Operation Healthy Hearts: Originally a local homeless outreach group in LA, now distributing "ICE packages" containing riot gear and anarchist pamphlets advocating for direct action against authorities.

• Mutual Aid Los Angeles Network: Coordinates with groups like Operation Healthy Hearts and has a history of radical activism, including anti-Israel protests.

• Party for Socialism and Liberation (PSL): A Marxist group funded by billionaire socialist Neville Singham, whose networks have documented ties to China's CCP, as reported by the New York Times.

"The federal government cut off our funding for other reasons, so we really have nothing left to lose," a representative from the LA Poverty Department told the New York Post at [02:10], illustrating the desperation fueling radical actions.

Impact Across Cities

The unrest manifests differently across cities:

• Los Angeles: Protests every night since last weekend's riots, with nonprofits distributing riot gear and advocating for violent actions against police and financial institutions.

• Austin: On Monday evening, protests turned violent with three police officers injured by rock-throwing rioters and a total of 13 arrests after tear gas was deployed.

• New York City: Over 80 arrests during anti-ICE protests in Lower Manhattan, involving thousands of participants and instances of projectiles thrown at law enforcement.

• Denver: Demonstrations outside the ICE Detention Center in Aurora and the Colorado State Capitol led to the use of smoke and pepper balls, resulting in 17 arrests.

Upcoming Flashpoints

Looking ahead, Baker warns of potential flashpoints:

• June 14th: Organized by Indivisible, a coalition of progressive political action groups, thousands of protests are planned to coincide with the U.S. Army's 250th anniversary military parade in Washington D.C., Flag Day, and President Trump's birthday. These protests are branded as "No King's National Day of Mobilizations," targeting the parade as a celebration aligned with Trump rather than the military milestone.

"Given the interconnected network of nonprofits and radical groups... you can expect the demonstrations will only continue to escalate," Baker observes at [15:45].

2. China Deploys Two Aircraft Carriers in Major Military Escalation in the Pacific

Deployment Details

Transitioning to international affairs, Baker reports China's unprecedented naval maneuvers:

• Deployment: For the first time, China has sailed both of its aircraft carriers into the Pacific Ocean beyond Japan, approximately 750 miles south of Tokyo near Iwo Jima, conducting takeoffs and landings of fighter jets.

• Significance: This move marks a significant demonstration of China's growing naval capabilities and its intent to assert a more substantial military presence in contested waters.

Reactions from Regional Powers

• Japan: Defense Minister confirms the sighting and refers to the maneuvers as "an unprecedented maneuver," lodging a formal protest with the Chinese embassy.

"The operation did not violate territorial waters but pushed past the first island chain," Baker explains at [22:30], highlighting Japan's strategic concern.

• Taiwan: Defense authorities in Taipei dismiss China's claims of routine operations, with the defense chief describing the drills as a clear sign of "China's expansionist intent."

"Taiwan has a full grasp of the carrier's movements," Baker notes at [24:15], indicating heightened vigilance against potential threats.

Broader Context of China's Naval Expansion

Baker provides context on China's maritime strategies:

• Strategic Constraints: The first island chain—stretching from Japan through Taiwan to the Philippines—has traditionally limited China's naval projection. By circumventing this barrier, China is expanding its operational reach.

• Fleet Modernization: Currently, China has two active carriers, with a third undergoing sea trials featuring electromagnetic catapults akin to those on U.S. supercarriers, and a fourth carrier under construction. While still behind the U.S. fleet of 11 nuclear-powered carriers, China's rapid expansion and modernization are of significant concern.

• Regional Defense Responses: In response, Japan is converting helicopter destroyers into aircraft carriers capable of deploying F35B stealth fighters, marking the first such vessels operated since World War II. Taiwan is ramping up arms purchases and modernizing its military to counteract Beijing's maneuvers.

"China's latest maneuver signals a shift to carving out a new status quo in the Indo Pacific," Baker concludes at [28:40], underscoring the implications for U.S. and allied forces in navigating these contested waters in future crises.

Conclusion

Mike Baker's detailed briefing provides a critical examination of current socio-political unrest in the United States and significant shifts in international military dynamics. The intertwining roles of domestic nonprofits in fueling anti-ICE riots and China's aggressive naval expansion present complex challenges requiring vigilant monitoring and strategic responses.

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Notable Quotes:

• "These anti ICE demonstrations are, well, far from organic." — Mike Baker [00:35]

• "The federal government cut off our funding for other reasons, so we really have nothing left to lose." — LA Poverty Department Representative [02:10]

• "Given the interconnected network of nonprofits and radical groups... you can expect the demonstrations will only continue to escalate." — Mike Baker [15:45]

• "Taiwan has a full grasp of the carrier's movements." — Mike Baker [24:15]

• "China's latest maneuver signals a shift to carving out a new status quo in the Indo Pacific." — Mike Baker [28:40]

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