Trump fires director of U.S. Copyright Office, sources say

Protests erupted across multiple U.S. cities, including Philadelphia, Austin, and Chicago, in response to ICE raids and Trump's travel ban affecting 19 countries. Law enforcement clashed with demonstrators, leading to numerous arrests and minor injuries, while officials signaled that enforcement actions would continue despite the unrest. More Context

Harvey Weinstein was convicted of one count of criminal sex in his New York retrial but acquitted on another, with the jury still deliberating on a third count of rape. The trial was marked by jury discord, and while Weinstein maintained his innocence, the victims expressed hope that the verdicts signal progress in addressing sexual violence. More Context

National Guard troops in Los Angeles have detained anti-ICE protesters during ongoing demonstrations against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations, though they have since been handed over to local law enforcement. With over 4,000 National Guard members and 700 Marines deployed, Major General Scott Sherman anticipates further protests and emphasized that troops are trained to manage civil unrest but do not engage in arrests. More Context

A federal judge ruled that the Trump administration cannot deport Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University activist detained since March, citing no compelling reason for his continued custody. The decision, which pauses the injunction until June 13 for government appeal, highlights concerns over Khalil's rights and the chilling effect on his speech amid a crackdown on international students protesting the Israel-Gaza war. More Context

During a tense trial, defense attorney Teny Geragos questioned witness "Jane" about designer handbags, suggesting she benefited from her relationship with Sean Combs. Jane responded defensively, stating she received only trauma, and her snarky remarks prompted legal analyst Danny Cevallos to suggest her demeanor may have led jurors to doubt her credibility. More Context

Survivors and victims' families of the 2016 Pulse nightclub shooting are touring the site before its demolition, marking the event's nine-year anniversary. Approximately 250 attendees, including 25 families of the 49 victims, reflect on the tragedy where Omar Mateen killed 49 people during a Latin Night celebration. The city of Orlando plans to establish a permanent memorial at the site, following years of advocacy from families, while questions remain regarding the police response and the...