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President Donald Trump announced that the Republican Party will hold its first-ever national convention before the midterm elections. The event will take place in Dallas on September 9 and 10 to encourage voter turnout in key congressional races.
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The Republican Party will hold a national convention ahead of the 2024 midterm elections.
This will be the first time Republicans hold such a convention outside of a presidential election year.
The event is scheduled for September 9 and 10 in Dallas, Texas.
The goal is to increase voter interest and support in important House and Senate races.
President Trump has proposed this idea to draw attention to the midterms.
Midterm elections will determine if Republicans keep control of Congress.
Both parties usually hold large conventions only during presidential election years.
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The U.S. Supreme Court has supported state laws that block transgender athletes from playing in girls' and women's sports. Geoff Bennett talked with Katie Barnes from ESPN about who will be impacted by this decision.
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The Supreme Court upheld state bans on transgender athletes in female sports.
These bans prevent transgender girls and women from competing in girls’ and women’s sports teams.
Geoff Bennett interviewed Katie Barnes, an ESPN senior writer who covers sports and gender, about the ruling.
The discussion focused on understanding which groups and individuals this ruling affects.
The ruling involves debates about fairness and inclusion in sports.
States have different laws on transgender athlete participation, and this ruling supports restrictions.
The Supreme Court’s decision affects policies in schools and sports organizations.
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The Supreme Court changed rules about campaign money, allowing political parties to spend more on ads and other costs when they work with candidates. This decision removes previous limits on how much parties can spend together with candidates during elections.
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The Supreme Court made a new ruling about campaign finance laws.
Limits on spending by political parties have been lifted.
Parties can now spend more money on advertising and other campaign expenses.
Spending can be coordinated directly with candidates.
The ruling was made by the court’s conservative majority.
The change affects how political parties raise and use money during elections.
Geoff Bennett talked about this with Rick Gasen, a UCLA law and political science professor.
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The article covers how President Donald Trump's administration reacted to important decisions made by the Supreme Court on Tuesday. It includes insights from a White House reporter and a Supreme Court expert discussing the connection between the president and the Court.
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The article focuses on the Trump White House's response to recent Supreme Court rulings.
The discussion features Liz Landers, a White House correspondent.
Amy Howe, a Supreme Court analyst and co-founder of SCOTUSblog, provides expert opinions.
The timing centers on the rulings announced on a recent Tuesday.
The conversation explores the relationship between President Trump and the Supreme Court.
The article aims to explain the impact and next steps following the Court's decisions.
SCOTUSblog is a source of Supreme Court analysis and information.
The coverage is related to U.S. government and judicial affairs.
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A recent poll shows that 60% of Americans believe President Donald Trump is not focused on the country's most important problems. This comes as the president downplayed a housing bill meant to address rising home costs, drawing criticism from lawmakers and raising questions about his priorities.
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A poll by The Economist/YouGov found that 60% of Americans think President Trump hasn't focused on the nation's key issues.
Only 29% of respondents believe the president has the right priorities; 11% were unsure.
Top issues important to Americans include inflation/prices (30%), jobs and the economy (15%), and health care (9%).
President Trump called a housing bill addressing rising home costs "a big yawn" and has not decided whether to sign it.
White House spokesperson said the president is focused on lowering costs, safety, and improving the country, including making homeownership more affordable.
61% of those polled say the country is on the wrong track, while 28% say it is headed in the right direction.
President Trump also stated he does not consider Americans’ personal financial situations when negotiating with Iran.
The poll surveyed 1,606 U.S. adults from June 26 to June 29, 2026, with a margin of error of 3.2%.
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President Donald Trump announced that the Republican Party will hold its first-ever midterm election convention in Dallas on September 9 and 10. The event aims to boost voter turnout for key House and Senate races, including the competitive Texas Senate race between Republican Ken Paxton and Democrat James Talarico.
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The Republican midterm convention will take place in Dallas at the American Airlines Center.
This is the first midterm convention for Republicans and the first convention in Dallas since 1984.
The event aims to help Republicans keep control of Congress in the November midterm elections.
Republicans currently have slim majorities in both the House and Senate.
The Texas Senate race is closely contested between Ken Paxton, the Republican candidate, and James Talarico, the Democratic candidate.
Ken Paxton, Texas Attorney General, has a history of scandals, including impeachment and legal cases, which concern Republican leaders.
The Republican National Committee approved the possibility of a midterm convention by changing rules in January.
Democrats considered but decided not to hold a similar midterm convention.
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President Donald Trump commented that the Supreme Court's decision on birthright citizenship is "too bad." Additionally, extreme heat is expected across the United States as the country approaches the July Fourth holiday.
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President Trump criticized the Supreme Court's ruling on birthright citizenship.
The ruling concerns the right to citizenship by being born in the U.S.
The United States is experiencing very hot weather this week.
This heat wave is happening just before the July Fourth holiday.
CBS Evening News reported these developments on June 30.
The news is available through the CBS News app and online.
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The US Supreme Court recently ruled against President Donald Trump's effort to end birthright citizenship, upholding the constitutional right of anyone born in the US to be a citizen. However, the court has generally issued rulings that increase presidential power and protect Trump and future presidents from prosecution for official acts.
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The Supreme Court rejected Trump's attempt to stop birthright citizenship for children of temporary visitors and undocumented migrants.
The decision was narrowly divided, with five of nine justices supporting birthright citizenship.
Earlier, the court struck down Trump's efforts to impose new tariffs without Congress's approval.
Some conservative justices joined liberals in blocking Trump's plans to deploy the National Guard to Chicago over immigration and crime concerns.
The court's conservative majority, strengthened during Trump's first term, has often ruled to expand presidential powers.
Trump’s proposals challenged long-standing legal precedents and interpretations of the Constitution.
Despite setbacks like birthright citizenship, the court has provided incremental but meaningful support to Trump’s policies.
Congressional action to change birthright citizenship is unlikely due to Democratic opposition and constitutional questions.
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Rep. Tom Kean, a Republican from New Jersey, returned to Congress after being away for four months. He said his absence was because he was dealing with depression.
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Rep. Tom Kean missed four months of work in Congress.
He is a Republican representative from New Jersey.
He announced he was absent due to depression.
He returned to Capitol Hill on a Tuesday.
The reason for his absence was not shared publicly before his announcement.
CBS News reported on his return and explanation.
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A strong heat wave is causing very high and dangerous temperatures in much of the central and eastern United States. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said that Zyn nicotine pouches can be sold as less harmful than cigarettes. Meanwhile, U.S. diplomats arrived in Qatar for indirect talks with Iran.
Key Facts
A heat wave is affecting central and eastern parts of the U.S.
Temperatures are reaching dangerous levels during this heat wave.
The FDA declared that Zyn nicotine pouches are less harmful than smoking cigarettes.
Zyn is a type of nicotine pouch product.
U.S. diplomats are meeting in Qatar for indirect discussions with Iranian officials.
These talks are part of ongoing diplomatic efforts with Iran.
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A 23-month-old boy was found dead inside an SUV outside a preschool in Plantation, Florida. The boy's father reportedly forgot to drop him off at the school, and authorities are investigating the death.
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The toddler was found on Monday afternoon at A World of Discovery Academy in Plantation, Florida.
Police and fire department officers responded after a report about the child in the vehicle.
The child was pronounced dead at the scene by fire officials.
The boy’s father forgot to drop him off at the preschool and found him later inside the SUV.
The family has had children enrolled at the preschool for several years.
Investigators collected evidence at the scene and set up a tent around the vehicle.
No information has been released yet about any charges or legal actions.
The preschool owner advised parents to always check the back seat before leaving a car.
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The Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) are focusing on a primary election for Colorado’s First Congressional District to test their political influence outside New York. Ashik Siddique, the DSA co-chair, discussed this challenge and recent progress in New York on CBS News.
Key Facts
The Democratic Socialists of America is a political group active in U.S. politics.
They have gained momentum or influence in New York.
The group is now working to expand their power in Colorado, specifically in the First Congressional District.
A primary election is upcoming in Colorado to choose candidates for Congress.
Ashik Siddique is a co-chair of the Democratic Socialists of America.
Siddique appeared on CBS News to talk about the Colorado race and the group’s New York progress.
This race is seen as an important test of the group’s influence outside their main area.
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New Jersey Representative Tom Kean returned to Congress after being absent for several months. He spoke to explain his absence but did not share details with the press, leaving the reason unclear.
Key Facts
Tom Kean is a Republican congressman from New Jersey.
He was absent from Congress for several months.
Kean spoke on the floor of Congress to address his absence.
He said he owed his constituents, colleagues, and the public an explanation.
Kean did not answer questions from reporters about his absence.
The exact reasons for his absence remain unknown.
His absence and return have raised questions on Capitol Hill.
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The Supreme Court confirmed that anyone born in the United States automatically becomes a U.S. citizen. This decision supports a rule that has been in place for over 100 years.
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The ruling was made by the U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday.
The Court affirmed the principle of birthright citizenship.
Birthright citizenship means being a citizen if you are born in the U.S.
This rule has existed for more than a century.
The decision clarifies that being born on U.S. soil grants citizenship regardless of parents' status.
The news was reported by CBS News correspondents Natalie Brand and Jessica Levinson.
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Lara Trump, daughter-in-law of President Donald Trump, said that not enough moderate Democrats like Senator John Fetterman are present to prevent the Democratic Party from being taken over by socialists. She expressed concern about socialists winning primary elections in the United States.
Key Facts
Lara Trump is President Donald Trump’s daughter-in-law.
She commented on the state of the Democratic Party.
Lara Trump mentioned Senator John Fetterman, a Democrat from Pennsylvania.
She described some Democrats as “reasonable” and implied they are in the minority.
Lara Trump is worried about socialists winning primary elections.
She sees this trend as a serious issue for the Democratic Party.
The focus is on internal Democratic Party changes and primary election outcomes.
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The Trump administration ended 53 grants related to teen pregnancy prevention, totaling about $67 million. The Department of Health and Human Services said the grants did not fit with its current priorities.
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The Trump administration canceled teen pregnancy prevention grants.
A total of 53 grants were cut.
The cancelled grants were worth around $67 million.
These grants had about two years left before they would expire.
Grants were given to universities, community groups, and public health organizations.
The Department of Health and Human Services made the decision.
The reason given was that the grants no longer matched the agency’s priorities.
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President Donald Trump praised the Supreme Court's decision that lets states ban transgender athletes from joining girls' and women's sports teams. The ruling supports states' rights to set rules about who can compete in these sports categories.
Key Facts
The Supreme Court made a ruling on transgender athletes' participation in sports.
The decision allows individual states to ban transgender athletes from girls' and women's sports.
President Donald Trump called this ruling a "big win."
The topic involves questions about sports eligibility based on gender identity.
The ruling affects state policies regarding transgender athletes.
CBS News reported on President Trump's reaction and the Supreme Court decision.
The ruling emphasizes state authority in managing sports teams and competitions.
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A federal judge stopped the Trump administration from blocking public service workers from getting federal student loan forgiveness if their employers are seen as having a "substantial illegal purpose." The judge agreed with states and groups that said the rule unfairly targets organizations supporting immigration rights, transgender healthcare, and other causes.
Key Facts
The Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program forgives federal student loans after 10 years of work with government or non-profit employers.
The Trump administration created a rule to exclude employers involved in activities it called a "substantial illegal purpose," including support for illegal immigration and transgender healthcare for minors.
More than one million borrowers have received loan forgiveness through this program since 2007.
The new rule was set to start on July 1 but was blocked by US District Judge Myong Joun in Boston.
The judge sided with Democratic-led states, cities, and non-profits that sued to stop the rule.
The lawsuit said the education department does not have the power to add exceptions to the forgiveness program.
This ruling is the second recent legal loss for the Trump administration’s efforts to change the federal student loan system.
Another judge recently blocked a rule limiting student loan amounts for graduate nursing and healthcare students.
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A dangerous heatwave is expected to affect a large part of the eastern and central United States this week, with very high temperatures and humidity. Around 120 million people are under extreme heat warnings as the heatwave continues into the Fourth of July holiday weekend.
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The heatwave will bring temperatures between 95°F and 105°F (35°C to 40.6°C), with heat index values reaching 100°F to 115°F (38°C to 46°C).
The Midwest and Mississippi Valley will experience the peak heat through Thursday, then the heat will move east to the Ohio Valley and East Coast.
Officials advise people to stay indoors, drink plenty of water, and use air conditioning or cooling centers.
New York City opened hundreds of cooling centers, and Detroit opened 12 recreation centers with air conditioning.
Some outdoor World Cup matches might be unsafe to play due to high heat and humidity.
Texas is expected to be the hottest state, which could affect fans traveling to air-conditioned stadiums.
Philadelphia moved parts of its World Cup Fan Festival to cooled tents to mitigate heat exposure.
Canada is also experiencing a heatwave, with Ontario seeing temperatures up to 99°F (37°C) and issuing heat warnings.
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Starting July 1, new federal student loan rules will limit how much students and parents can borrow and change repayment plans. These changes affect millions of borrowers and aim to simplify the loan system and reduce overall student debt.
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The changes come from the 2025 "One Big Beautiful Bill Act."
Parents can now borrow up to $20,000 per year and $65,000 total for their child's undergraduate education, down from unlimited borrowing.
Graduate students can borrow up to $20,500 per year with a new lifetime cap of $100,000 for their degree.
Students in professional fields like law and medicine face a $50,000 per year and $200,000 total borrowing limit.
About 7.2 million people on the Biden-era SAVE repayment plan will be shifted to new repayment options as that program ends.
New borrowers can no longer take out Graduate PLUS loans, which had no limits before July 1.
There is a total lifetime borrowing cap of $257,500 for loans taken out after July 1.
Borrowers are encouraged to keep their contact info current and use tools like online calculators to choose repayment plans.
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