NPR News: 06-30-2026 12PM EDT
Summary
The U.S. Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship in a 6-3 ruling, rejected transgender athlete bans, and loosened campaign finance rules. President Trump dismissed a bipartisan housing bill while prioritizing his election overhaul legislation. Internationally, Ukraine’s drone strikes caused fuel shortages in Russia, and Paraguay declared a holiday after beating Germany in the World Cup. Additionally, ETS is acquiring the ACT exam.
Topics discussed
Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship
Court rulings on trans athletes and campaign finance
Trump dismisses bipartisan housing bill
Ukraine drone attacks cause fuel shortages in Russia
ETS acquires ACT college admissions exam
Paraguay declares holiday after World Cup upset
Correction: Justice Alito is not retiring
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