Military veterans object to Donald Trump deploying soldiers to Los Angeles protests

When immigration agents raided the Westchester Hand Wash car wash in Los Angeles, chaos ensued as employees fled, leading to the arrest of six men, including Jesús Cruz, who had lived in the US for over 30 years. This raid is part of a broader strategy by the Trump administration to intensify immigration enforcement, targeting workplaces and increasing deportations amidst growing protests. More Context

Pride Toronto is facing a significant financial shortfall due to several corporate sponsors withdrawing their support, a situation attributed by the festival’s executive director to a decline in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives among American companies following the Trump administration. This development raises concerns about the future sustainability of the festival. More Context

Lebanese authorities arrested former Minister of Economy Amin Salam on charges of forgery, embezzlement, and misuse of public funds after a three-hour interrogation. The allegations stem from his involvement in signing illegal contracts and misappropriating funds during his tenure, with accusations of blackmailing private insurance companies and using ministry funds for personal expenses. More Context

The Pentagon is reviewing the 2021 Aukus submarine deal with the UK and Australia, while Donald Trump announced that the US-China trade war truce is finalized. Additionally, US inflation rose to 2.4% in May, and European governments are preparing for crucial negotiations with Trump regarding defense, economy, and security issues. More Context

West Coast defender Tom Cole will miss upcoming games due to a significant hamstring injury, with coach Andrew McQualter indicating that the exact recovery timeline is still uncertain. This injury may open opportunities for fellow players like Bo Allan and Tom McCarthy, although McQualter is cautious about rushing McCarthy into a debut without adequate training with the main group. More Context

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