Newsweek is reporting that the Supreme Court released its final opinions of the term, delivering a mixed bag for President Donald Trump. The court struck down Trump’s executive order limiting birthright citizenship, upholding the 14th Amendment’s interpretation, though Newsweek noted several avenues remain for future restriction efforts. It also upheld bans on transgender athletes in girls' and women's sports, struck down campaign finance limits, and ruled that Trump cannot fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook for now. Additionally, Trump’s request to appeal a $5 million verdict in the E. Jean Carroll case was rejected.
Regarding the upcoming midterm elections, Newsweek said progressive Democrats continue to secure primary victories, and incumbents are experiencing a challenging season. The outlet highlighted that the rise of progressive Democrats, particularly those aligned with the Democratic Socialists of America, prompts questions about whether this trend benefits Republicans more than Democrats. It also reported that Democrats focusing on Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for midterms might be a losing strategy, as voters are more concerned with the economy, inflation, and cost of living. Separately, Tucker Carlson announced he is starting a new political party.
On the economic front, Newsweek reported that the June Jobs Report undershot expectations. As America approaches its 250th anniversary, Newsweek is examining the nation's immigration waves and the evolution of the U.S. military from 1776 to 2026. Colonel Jack Jacobs, a Medal of Honor recipient, reflected on heroism and duty in an interview with Newsweek’s Director of Politics and Culture Carlo Versano.
In other news, President Trump took his first flight aboard the new Air Force One, a Boeing 747-8 gifted by Qatar, to North Dakota for the dedication of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library. Newsweek also revealed Trump's financials, including Melania Trump's movie income and $1.4 billion in cryptocurrency holdings. The outlet noted that Trump is touting the Republican National Convention as polls indicate Americans question his priorities.