NPR News: 06-29-2026 11AM EDT
Summary
The Supreme Court ruled President Trump cannot fire Fed Governor Lisa Cook due to procedural errors but upheld his power to dismiss FTC members, shifting regulatory authority. The Court also validated Mississippi’s mail-in ballot grace period, rejecting Republican challenges. Internationally, tensions rise as Israel strikes southern Syria, while Venezuela faces a massive earthquake death toll. Additionally, Kevin O’Leary retracted claims of Chinese funding behind Utah data center opposition, and new data shows 5 million people dropped ACA insurance amid rising premiums.
Topics discussed
Supreme Court rulings on Fed and FTC firings
Court upholds Mississippi mail-in ballot grace period
Syria condemns Israeli military fire in south
Venezuela earthquake death toll exceeds 1,400
Kevin O'Leary retracts China funding claims
Healthcare.gov drops and new ICE nominee
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