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U.S. Officials Say Iran’s New Supreme Leader Gravely Wounded Amid Escalating Conflict

Protesters hold posters of Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and his son, Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, during a protest marking al-Quds Day (Jerusalem Day), after Friday prayers at Fatih Mosque in Istanbul. U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has confirmed that Iran’s newly appointed Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei , was seriously wounded and likely disfigured during the opening phase of U.S. and Israeli military strikes. Speaking at a Pentagon briefing, Hegseth described Iran’s leadership as “desperate and hiding,” asserting that Khamenei has gone underground following injuries sustained in the attacks.  Reports from multiple outlets indicate that Khamenei has not appeared publicly since the conflict began, fueling speculation about the severity of his condition. Some accounts suggest he may have suffered catastrophic injuries, including the loss of a limb and a possible coma, after an airstrike that also killed members of his family.  U.S....
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California Outlaws Masked Policing in Landmark Move

US Customs and Border Protection officers and DHS police push back Angelenos as they rally against the ongoing ICE raids taking place in the city in front of the Edward R. Royal Federal Building on Friday, July 4, 2025 in Los Angeles, CA. 

California has become the first U.S. state to prohibit most law enforcement officers, including federal immigration agents, from wearing masks during official operations. Governor Gavin Newsom signed the legislation in Los Angeles, framing it as a push for transparency and accountability in policing.

The law comes in response to recent immigration raids in Los Angeles, where masked federal agents conducted mass arrests, sparking days of protest and criticism that the tactics resembled “secret police” operations. Under the new rules, officers are barred from using face coverings such as ski masks and neck gaiters while on duty, though exceptions remain for undercover assignments, medical masks, and tactical gear.

Supporters argue the measure will help restore trust between communities and law enforcement, particularly in immigrant-heavy neighborhoods. Critics, including officials from the Department of Homeland Security, contend the ban puts officers at risk by exposing their identities to harassment or retaliation.

While the state can enforce the law on local agencies, its reach over federal officers remains uncertain. Still, California leaders say the move sends a clear message: policing in the state must be visible, accountable, and rooted in democratic values.


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