Trump on Iran; SCOTUS Birthright case; VA home loan : NPR
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Key Points:
- President Trump addressed the nation regarding the ongoing war with Iran, calling it a military success and expecting U.S. forces to withdraw in a few weeks, while criticizing allies for not reopening the Strait of Hormuz for oil access.
- The Supreme Court heard arguments in the birthright citizenship case, with a majority of justices appearing skeptical of the Trump administration's position that the 14th Amendment does not guarantee automatic citizenship to all babies born in the U.S.
- Over 10,000 veterans have faced home foreclosures since May 2025 after the Trump administration ended a key VA home loan safety net, and while a new VA program is planned, experts warn it may offer worse options for veterans.
- In response to increased ICE enforcement in American cities, community groups in Washington, D.C. have organized "walking buses" to safely escort children to school amid fears of immigration raids.
- Rising housing costs in Sun Belt cities like Las Vegas are transforming formerly affordable areas into expensive markets, while rural Nevada sees economic optimism due to renewed energy and mineral development, highlighting key political issues ahead of midterm elections.
