Monday, June 16th, 2025 - Israel-Iran strikes; MN lawmaker assasination; 5M join ‘No Kings’ protests; Trump’s bday flop & crypto payday

Today’s Headlines: Israel launched surprise strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities, killing 78 and prompting deadly missile retaliation that killed at least 13 in Israel. US-Iran nuclear talks were canceled, and while the Trump administration denied prior knowledge, Trump briefly took credit before walking it back. At the G7 summit in Alberta, leaders from the EU, Ukraine, Mexico, and others gathered under the shadow of potential global conflict. In Minnesota, a far-right gunman assassinated State House Speaker Melissa Hortman and wounded State Senator John Huffman in politically motivated shootings. The suspect, Vance Boelter, remains at large with a hit list targeting 70 Democrats. He’s linked to extremist Christian views and ran a questionable “security” firm out of his home. Meanwhile, over 5 million joined nationwide “No Kings” protests on Saturday, which saw scattered violence, including a shooting in Salt Lake City and a vehicular attack in Virginia. That night, Trump’s $45 million birthday and military parade—sponsored by tech and defense giants—drew disappointing crowds. He also reversed ICE raids targeting key industries and released financial disclosures showing over $600 million in 2024 income, including massive profits from Trump-branded crypto, watches, bibles, and NFTs. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: CBS News: Iran and Israel exchange airstrikes for third day after nuclear talks called off AP News: Trump vetoed Israeli plan to kill Iran's supreme leader, US official tells AP Axios: What to know about the G7 summit that Trump is attending CNN: Live updates: Minnesota manhunt for suspect Vance Boelter in killing of lawmaker Melissa Hortman Axios: "No Kings" anti-Trump protests attract millions, organizers say NYT: Close Trump Allies Sponsored the Military Parade, Raising Ethical Concerns Axios: Inside Trump's backtrack on immigration Trump reports more than $600 million in income from crypto, golf, licensing fees Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices