Overview

• President Trump removed U.S. Copyright Office head Shira Perlmutter and Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden, prompting backlash from creative industry groups.
• The dismissal followed the release of a U.S. Copyright Office report that challenged AI companies' claims of fair use for training models on copyrighted content.
• IATSE called the firing "not lawful or legitimate" and demanded Perlmutter's reinstatement, citing her critical role in protecting creators' rights.
• The American Federation of Musicians warned that Perlmutter's removal could weaken copyright safeguards amid growing concerns over AI's use of copyrighted works.
• White House appointees Paul Perkins and Brian Nieves will now lead the Copyright Office, raising questions about future copyright policy direction.