Trump booed at NBA Finals, nominates ex-lawyer AG, and advises Netanyahu on Iran

President Donald Trump was met with a chorus of boos at Madison Square Garden on Monday, June 8, 2026, as he attended Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs. The negative reaction from the crowd erupted when the President was shown on the arena's jumbotron during the national anthem, alongside Knicks owner James Dolan. This marked the first time a sitting U.S. president had attended an NBA Finals game, an event that also led to significant security measures and protests outside the venue.

In other news, President Trump formally nominated his former personal lawyer, Todd Blanche, to serve as Attorney General on Monday. Blanche had been acting Attorney General since April 2026, following the dismissal of Pam Bondi. His nomination is anticipated to face a challenging confirmation process in the Senate, given his history of aggressively pursuing the President's political priorities and perceived adversaries.

Furthermore, President Trump reportedly advised Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to exercise caution regarding the ongoing conflict with Iran. On Monday, following a recent exchange of missile attacks between Israel and Iran, Trump warned Netanyahu that further escalation could leave Israel isolated. Reports indicate that Trump also urged Netanyahu to delay retaliation, suggesting that a significant deal with Iran was close to being finalized.