NPR News: 07-01-2026 2AM EDT
Summary
The Supreme Court rejected President Trump’s challenge to birthright citizenship, upholding the 14th Amendment’s definition of American citizenship. Meanwhile, the House defeated a resolution to withdraw U.S. forces from Lebanon, and federal courts blocked a Trump administration rule barring loan forgiveness for public servants with ideological differences. Other stories include anti-migrant protests in South Africa, Trump’s plan for a midterm convention, and LeBron James entering NBA free agency.
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Supreme Court rejects Trump's birthright citizenship challenge
House votes down resolution to end US involvement in Lebanon
US envoys meet in Qatar to negotiate end to Iran war
Court blocks Trump plan to withhold loan forgiveness
Anti-migrant protests erupt across South Africa
Trump announces unusual midterm GOP convention in Dallas
LeBron James leaves Lakers for 24th NBA season
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