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 investigation into the attack as a potential hate crime.
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Los Angeles is latest in Trump’s calls to use military at protests
Donald Trump activated California's National Guard to address protests against federal immigration sweeps in Los Angeles, overriding Governor Gavin Newsom's authority, which has drawn criticism from military leaders as politically motivated. The intervention raises concerns about politicizing the military, echoing Trump's past calls for a militarized response to civil unrest, reminiscent of actions taken during the Civil Rights era. More Context
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