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House passes short-term funding bill to avoid shutdown

WASHINGTON…
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https://www.newsbeep.com/714838/

CW: Occasional Foul Language. Always Political.

We interviewed @justinjpearson.bsky.social who is running for Congress (TN-9) about fighting back against gerrymandering, data centers, & billionaire megadonors.

Thank you to our friends @couriernewsroom.bsky.social for filming!

Link: https://bsky.app/profile/50501movement.bsky.social/post/3mpypehuhp22l

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U.S. Supreme Court’s Decisions from Tuesday June 30 2026 – What They Mean for You

The U.S. Supreme Court wrapped up its 2025-2026 term on Tuesday, June 30, by issuing several landmark rulings that will have lasting effects on immigration, education, elections, campaign finance, and constitutional rights.

Whether you live in Raleigh, North Carolina, or anywhere else in the country, these decisions could affect your family, your vote, your taxes, or future public policy.

Here’s what happened—and what it means.

Birthright Citizenship Remains Protected

One of the Court’s biggest rulings rejected efforts to end automatic birthright citizenship for children born in the United States.

The Court ruled that the Citizenship Clause of the 14th Amendment continues to guarantee citizenship to nearly everyone born on U.S. soil, regardless of their parents’ immigration status. The decision preserves a constitutional principle that has existed for more than 125 years.  

What this means for you

• Children born in the U.S. remain U.S. citizens at birth.
• States and federal agencies cannot deny citizenship based solely on a parent’s immigration status.
• Any future changes would likely require a constitutional amendment or a major shift in Supreme Court precedent.

States Can Restrict Transgender Athletes in Women’s Sports

The Court also upheld laws allowing states to restrict transgender girls from participating in girls’ and women’s sports.

The majority concluded that these laws do not violate Title IX or the Equal Protection Clause under the circumstances presented in the cases before the Court.  

What this means for you

If you have children in public schools or college athletics:

• States may continue enforcing laws that limit participation based on biological sex.
• School athletic policies could continue changing depending on state law.
• Additional lawsuits involving other LGBTQ+ issues are still expected.

Campaign Finance Rules Changed

In another significant decision, the Supreme Court struck down federal limits on coordinated spending between political parties and candidates.

Supporters argue the decision strengthens political speech protected by the First Amendment, while critics believe it could increase the influence of wealthy donors and political organizations.  

What this means for voters

• Political parties can work more closely with candidates during campaigns.
• Expect increased spending during future elections.
• Campaign advertising and fundraising could grow substantially in upcoming federal and state races.

Gun Cases Left Unresolved

The Court declined to hear several cases challenging firearm restrictions affecting adults between ages 18 and 20.

By refusing to hear the appeals, existing lower court decisions remain in place, meaning gun laws will continue to vary depending on where someone lives.  

What this means

• There is still no nationwide rule regarding firearm purchases for 18-to-20-year-olds.
• Different federal appeals courts continue reaching different conclusions.
• The issue could return to the Supreme Court in a future term.

A Court That Continues to Shape National Policy

These rulings conclude another consequential Supreme Court term that addressed issues including:

• Immigration
• Executive power
• Voting rights
• Campaign finance
• LGBTQ+ rights
• Gun laws
• Federal agency authority

Several decisions expanded presidential authority in some areas while limiting it in others, reflecting the Court’s continued influence on nearly every aspect of American government.  

What This Means for North Carolina Residents

For residents across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Wake County, and North Carolina:

• Schools and athletic associations may review sports participation policies.
• Election officials and political campaigns will adjust to new campaign finance rules.
• Immigration advocates and legal organizations will continue operating under existing birthright citizenship protections.
• Firearm regulations will remain governed by existing federal and state court decisions until future Supreme Court action.

Final Thoughts

The Supreme Court’s final decisions of the 2025–2026 term reinforce how constitutional rulings can affect everyday Americans—even if they never set foot inside a courtroom.

Whether the issue involves citizenship, education, elections, or constitutional rights, these rulings will shape public policy for years to come and will likely influence future legislation, political campaigns, and legal challenges across the nation.

Stay informed as these decisions begin affecting states, local governments, and communities throughout North Carolina.

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The Supreme Court Just Gave the G.O.P. a New Midterm Edge

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.nytimes.com/2026/06/30/us/politics/supreme-court-midterms-campaign-finance.html

The Supreme Court Just Gave the G.O.P. a New Midterm Edge

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.nytimes.com/2026/06/30/us/politics/supreme-court-midterms-campaign-finance.html

Supreme Court Lifts Spending Limits on Political Parties and Candidates

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.nytimes.com/2026/06/30/us/supreme-court-campaign-finance.html

Supreme Court Lifts Spending Limits on Political Parties and Candidates

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.nytimes.com/2026/06/30/us/supreme-court-campaign-finance.html

#AOC will co-chair new "End Corruption #Caucus" founded last week.
House Reps Jason Crow (D-Colo.), Mike Levin (D-Calif.), & Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) plan an anti-corruption resolution, more.
1) New rules on becoming a #lobbyist 2) Can't own individual stocks (only funds; I have to do this bc I work at a law firm!) 3) Overhaul #CampaignFinance rules...
None of it will pass anytime soon, but good for them.
#absent #Congress #three #equal #branches of #government
https://thehill.com/homenews/house/5899142-house-end-corruption-caucus/

#CitizensUnited #OverturnCitizensUnited #MoneyInPolitics #EndDarkMoney #DemocracyNotForSale #FreeSpeechForPeople #CampaignFinanceReform #CorporationsAreNotPeople #FixOurDemocracy #TheodoreRoosevelt #TeddyRoosevelt #CampaignFinance #CorporateInfluence #PoliticalHistory #GetMoneyOut #ProgressiveEra #USPolitics #PoliticalMemes #TR

Progressive Capital Flows Into Conservative Structures, Fueling Political Influence

Progressive donors like George Soros are funding Montana conservative groups, raising questions about political influence and financial transparency.

#MontanaPolitics, #DarkMoney, #CampaignFinance, #PoliticalInfluence, #GeorgeSoros

https://newsletter.tf/montana-conservatives-receive-progressive-funding/

Large sums of money from progressive donors are being channeled to conservative political groups in Montana, a pattern that differs from typical funding flows.

#MontanaPolitics, #DarkMoney, #CampaignFinance, #PoliticalInfluence, #GeorgeSoros
https://newsletter.tf/montana-conservatives-receive-progressive-funding/

Cuomo stays in NYC mayor’s race despite his primary loss to Mamdani

Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo launched an independent run for New York City mayor on Monday, r…
#NewsBeep #News #Topstories #AlSharpton #AndrewCuomo #Campaignfinance #CurtisSliwa #DonaldTrump #Elections #EricAdams #Generalnews #Governmentandpolitics #Headlines #JeffreyLerner #JimWalden #NewYork #NewYorkCity #NewYorkCityWire #NYStateWire #U.S.DemocraticParty #U.S.news #U.S.RepublicanParty #ZohranMamdani
https://www.newsbeep.com/3153/

@NMBA

#CampaignFinance #CampaignDonations #Lobbying

I disagree: "equal justice under law" and the same rights, even for oligarchs.
Not, *more* is what is causing all these problems in a democracy.

Public infrastructure, in particular for #SocialMedia, should never be privately owned.

@The_Icarian

Maine's voter-approved $5,000 limit on individual super PAC donations is under legal attack by conservative groups citing free speech concerns. The Labor Party advocates for such reforms to ensure a more equitable democratic process. Does limiting large donations enhance or hinder our democracy? #CampaignFinanceReform #Democracy #MainePolitics #CampaignFinance #PoliticalReform #MoneyInPolitics #EqualityInDemocracy #FreeSpeechDebate #VoterRights #PoliticalTransparency https://buff.ly/4gvXAUZ

@GottaLaff

In this vein: #EverythingIsConnected:

#MainstreamMedia and #TFG

https://sfba.social/@skykiss/112733531304965410

#CampaignFinance
#CitizensUnitedVsFEC must be neutralized by Congressional legislation.

Report: Family at the Center of Sam Bankman-Fried’s Campaign Contributions - Sam Bankman-Fried’s political donation activities were allegedly a family affair, ... - https://news.bitcoin.com/report-family-at-the-center-of-sam-bankman-frieds-campaign-contributions/ #gabrielbankman-fried #politicaldonations #straw-donorscheme #campaignfinance #bankman-fried #barbarafried #nishadsingh #joebankman #ryansalame #news #ftx

Biden campaign announces it raised more than $71M in third quarter

https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4256099-biden-campaign-71m-raised-third-quarter/

#BidenCampaign #Fundraising #ThirdQuarter #Election2020 #PoliticalFinancing #CampaignFinance #Politics #News

White House silent on whether it will return $5.2M in donations from SBF - A White House spokesperson dodged point-blank questioning on whet... - https://cointelegraph.com/news/white-house-silent-on-whether-it-will-return-5-2m-in-donations-from-sbf #politicaldonations #campaigndonations #sambankmanfried #campaignfinance #democraticparty #unitedstates #whitehouse #donations #politics #sbf #ftx