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Supreme Court expands presidential firing power

June 29, 2026 |

The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that FTC commissioners’ removal protections are unconstitutional, overturning the 1935 Humphrey’s Executor precedent. The decision gives presidents broader power over independent agencies while leaving separate litigation over the Federal Reserve on a different track.

Supreme Court rejects Trump appeal in Carroll case

June 29, 2026 |

Crime, Politics and US

The Supreme Court declined to hear Donald Trump’s appeal of a civil verdict finding him liable for sexually abusing and defaming E. Jean Carroll. The decision leaves a $5 million judgment in place and ends Trump’s effort to overturn that case.

Supreme Court blocks Trump firing of Fed governor

June 29, 2026 |

Financial, Politics and US

The Supreme Court allowed Federal Reserve Gov. Lisa Cook to remain in office while her challenge to President Trump’s attempted firing proceeds. In a separate ruling, the court expanded Trump’s power to remove FTC commissioners and other independent agency officials.

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Pakistani strikes kill Afghan civilians as tensions rise

June 29, 2026 |

Politics and World

Afghan officials said Pakistani strikes and ground operations killed at least 36 civilians and wounded more than 160 after a deadly militant attack in Karachi. Pakistan said it targeted Jamaat-ul-Ahrar and other militant hideouts, while both governments lodged diplomatic protests.

Five dead in Germany youth center shooting

June 29, 2026 |

Crime and World

Five people were killed and others injured in a shooting at a youth welfare facility in Stade, northern Germany. Police said two people were arrested, including the suspected shooter, and there was no further threat to the public.

Trump says U.S.-Iran talks to resume in Qatar

June 29, 2026 |

Politics and World

Trump said U.S. and Iranian officials will meet Tuesday in Doha after weekend strikes around the Strait of Hormuz tested a fragile ceasefire. Iran has not confirmed technical talks, while officials continue to dispute control of the waterway and the release of frozen assets.

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