> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://aarr.org/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # AARR Weekly Digest Newsletter from Saturday June 14, 2025 - URL: https://aarr.org/weekly-digest-2025-06-14/ - Published: 2025-06-14T08:50:08.000Z - Updated: 2026-06-10T14:51:19.000Z - Description: A weekly digest of the latest News, Advocacy, and People articles delivered every Saturday morning. Published on Saturday June 14, 2025. - Author: AARR Staff - Tags: #Newsletter ![](https://aarr.org/content/images/2025/06/aarr-org-4-plead-guilty-550-million-usaid-fraud.jpg) [News](https://aarr.org/news/) \- Jun 13, 2025 ### Massive $550 Million USAID Bribery Scandal Uncovered by DOJ Four men pleaded guilty to a $550 million USAID bribery scheme involving 14 contracts. The decade-long fraud, exposed by the DOJ, raises serious concerns about government oversight. [Read more...](https://aarr.org/usaid-bribery-scandal-550-million-doj-guilty-pleas/) --- ![](https://aarr.org/content/images/2025/06/aarr-org-nathan-hochman-los-angeles-da.jpeg) [News](https://aarr.org/news/) \- Jun 13, 2025 ### LA Prosecutors Issue Stern Warning to Rioters Over Violent Protests LA prosecutors warn rioters of long prison sentences for violence during protests, with felony charges announced. Nathan Hochman emphasizes that while protest is legal, criminal acts will face severe penalties. [Read more...](https://aarr.org/la-prosecutors-warn-rioters-violent-protests-penalties/) --- ![](https://aarr.org/content/images/2025/06/aarr-org-dhs-orders-500000-to-leave-us.jpg) [News](https://aarr.org/news/) \- Jun 13, 2025 ### DHS Orders 500,000 Immigrants to Leave United States DHS has ordered 500,000 immigrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela to immediately leave the United States. The decision follows a Supreme Court ruling on May 30 allowing the end of a parole program. [Read more...](https://aarr.org/dhs-revokes-status-500000-immigrants-orders-departure/) --- ![](https://aarr.org/content/images/2025/06/aarr-org-trump-overturns-california-emission-mandates.jpg) [News](https://aarr.org/news/) \- Jun 12, 2025 ### Trump Overturns California's Vehicle Emission Mandates in Bold Move President Trump signed resolutions on June 12 blocking California's vehicle emission rules mandating zero-emission cars by 2035\. This move aims to protect consumer choice and reduce costs with increased competition. [Read more...](https://aarr.org/trump-overturns-california-emission-mandates/) --- ![](https://aarr.org/content/images/2025/06/aarr-org-secretary-rollins-secretary-kennedy-snap.jpeg) [News](https://aarr.org/news/) \- Jun 12, 2025 ### RFK Jr. Urges Governors to Ban Sugary Drinks in SNAP Benefits Health Secretary RFK Jr. urges governors to ban sugary drinks from SNAP benefits, citing public health concerns. Waivers in Arkansas, Idaho, and Utah mark a growing trend to restrict junk food purchases. [Read more...](https://aarr.org/rfk-jr-governors-ban-sugary-drinks-snap-benefits/) --- ![](https://aarr.org/content/images/2025/06/aarr-org-christy-walton-no-kings-walmart-boycott.jpeg) [News](https://aarr.org/news/) \- Jun 12, 2025 ### Walmart Heiress Christy Walton Fuels Anti-Trump Protests with Ad Walmart heiress Christy Walton has funded a full-page ad in The New York Times promoting 'No Kings' anti-Trump protests on June 14\. Her actions have sparked backlash and calls for a Walmart boycott among President Trump's supporters. [Read more...](https://aarr.org/walmart-heiress-christy-walton-anti-trump-protest-ad/) --- ![](https://aarr.org/content/images/2025/06/aarr-org-coal-power-plant.jpg) [News](https://aarr.org/news/) \- Jun 12, 2025 ### EPA Moves to Repeal Biden-Era Power Plant Pollution Limits EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin announced a rollback of Biden-era power plant emission rules. The move aims to save costs and boost jobs by repealing greenhouse gas and mercury standards. [Read more...](https://aarr.org/epa-repeals-biden-power-plant-pollution-limits/) --- ![](https://aarr.org/content/images/2025/06/aarr-org-us-marines-la-northern-command.jpeg) [News](https://aarr.org/news/) \- Jun 12, 2025 ### White House Confirms 330 Illegal Immigrants Arrested in LA Riots for Deportation The White House announced that over 330 illegal immigrants arrested during LA riots will be deported. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt noted 113 had prior convictions among the 157 total arrests for assault and obstruction. [Read more...](https://aarr.org/white-house-330-illegal-immigrants-arrested-la-riots-deportation/) --- ![](https://aarr.org/content/images/2025/06/aarr-org-jeffrey-sachs-war-risks-iran-russia-tucker-carlson.jpg) [Tucker Carlson](https://aarr.org/tucker-carlson/) \- Jun 11, 2025 ### Jeffrey Sachs Warns of War Risks with Iran and Russia on Carlson Show Watch this Tucker Carlson interview with Jeffrey Sachs who warns of escalating U.S. war risks with Iran and Russia and critiques deep state policies. He urges President Trump to prioritize diplomacy over conflict in Ukraine and beyond. [Read more...](https://aarr.org/jeffrey-sachs-war-risks-iran-russia-tucker-carlson/) --- ![](https://aarr.org/content/images/2025/06/aarr-org-trump-fort-bragg.jpg) [News](https://aarr.org/news/) \- Jun 11, 2025 ### Trump Restores Military Base Names in Fort Bragg Speech President Trump announced on June 10 at Fort Bragg the restoration of original military base names, reversing Biden administration changes. The speech marked the U.S. Army's 250th anniversary with a focus on military heritage. [Read more...](https://aarr.org/trump-restores-military-base-names-fort-bragg-speech/) --- ![](https://aarr.org/content/images/2025/06/aarr-org-trump-china-tarrif-deal-copy.jpg) [News](https://aarr.org/news/) \- Jun 11, 2025 ### President Trump Announces Major US-China Trade Agreement President Trump has confirmed a US-China trade deal with 55% tariffs on Chinese goods and 10% on US goods. He described the relationship as 'excellent,' pending final approval from both leaders. [Read more...](https://aarr.org/trump-announces-us-china-trade-agreement/) --- ![](https://aarr.org/content/images/2025/06/aarr-org-hurricane-milton-october-9-2024.jpg) [News](https://aarr.org/news/) \- Jun 11, 2025 ### Trump Plans FEMA Phase-Out Post-Hurricane Season President Trump announced plans to phase out FEMA after the hurricane season, shifting disaster response to states. Federal aid will decrease, with funding decisions coming directly from his office. [Read more...](https://aarr.org/trump-fema-phase-out-after-hurricane-season/) --- ![](https://aarr.org/content/images/2025/06/aarr-org-fbi-dallas-rescues-109-children.jpeg) [News](https://aarr.org/news/) \- Jun 11, 2025 ### FBI Cracks Down on Child Predators in Texas with Massive Arrests The FBI rescued 109 children and arrested 244 alleged child predators in Texas during Operation Soteria Shield, announced on June 10 in Dallas. This monthlong effort showcases a strong commitment to combating child exploitation. [Read more...](https://aarr.org/fbi-child-predators-arrests-texas-operation-soteria-shield/) --- ![](https://aarr.org/content/images/2025/06/aarr-org-scott-bessent-us-treasury-secretary.jpg) [News](https://aarr.org/news/) \- Jun 11, 2025 ### U.S. Treasury Targets El Chapo’s Sons in Fentanyl Crackdown The U.S. Treasury sanctioned El Chapo’s sons, Archivaldo Iván and Jesús Alfredo Guzmán Salazar for fentanyl trafficking. A $10 million reward each is offered for their capture, targeting the Sinaloa Cartel’s Los Chapitos faction. [Read more...](https://aarr.org/treasury-sanctions-el-chapo-sons-fentanyl-trafficking/) --- ![](https://aarr.org/content/images/2025/06/aarr-org-china-illegal-arrest-north-korea.jpeg) [News](https://aarr.org/news/) \- Jun 10, 2025 ### California-Based Chinese National Admits Guilt in North Korea Arms Export Case Shenghua Wen, a Chinese national in California, pleaded guilty to exporting arms to North Korea on June 9\. The Department of Justice revealed he shipped weapons from Long Beach, receiving $2 million from North Korean officials. [Read more...](https://aarr.org/california-chinese-national-guilty-north-korea-arms-export/)