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NPR News: 06-30-2026 8PM EDT

Jul 1, 2026 · 4m

Summary

The Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship in a 6-3 decision, rejecting President Trump’s executive order and drawing criticism from Republican leaders. Meanwhile, New Jersey Rep. Thomas Cain revealed his months-long absence was due to depression, and aid groups warn Venezuela’s health system is collapsing after deadly earthquakes. Additional stories include Asian nations prioritizing energy security over climate goals, Broadway cleaners authorizing a strike, and Denmark seeking Olympic independence for Greenland.

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Dataiku Sponsor Message Supreme Court Upholds Birthright Citizenship Rep. Thomas Cain Returns After Depression Diagnosis Venezuela Health Crisis After Earthquakes Asian Nations Shift Energy Strategy Amid War Broadway Cleaners Authorize Strike Denmark Seeks Olympic Status for Territories Dataiku Sponsor Message
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