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America celebrated its 250th birthday with historic festivities as the Supreme Court issued landmark rulings on immigration, presidential power, and school sports. Abroad, Iran entered a new political chapter while Team USA advanced to the World Cup knockout stage. Here's the biggest news from the past week.
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Week In Review
America Turns 250 — and Goes All Out
The United States marked its 250th birthday Friday with the largest Independence Day celebration in national history, drawing hundreds of thousands to the National Mall. Tall ships from 20 nations sailed up the Hudson River in New York, and the Blue Angels led an aerial review over the city.
America's semiquincentennial capped a yearlong series of commemorative events, including "Freedom Trucks" traveling to all 48 contiguous states. A record-breaking heat wave arrived with the celebration, with temperatures approaching all-time highs in Washington, Philadelphia, and New York City.
The Supreme Court Reshaped Three Issues in Two Days
In back-to-back decisions on June 29 and 30, the Supreme Court issued three landmark rulings reshaping immigration, sports policy, and presidential power. Chief Justice Roberts wrote a 6-3 majority upholding birthright citizenship, directly rebuking Trump's Day 1 executive order restricting it.
A separate 6-3 majority cleared state bans on transgender girls in school sports, with Justice Kavanaugh writing for the majority. Court also expanded presidential firing power, ruling that Trump's removal of an FTC commissioner without cause was lawful.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Marry at Madison Square Garden
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wed at Madison Square Garden on Thursday in a star-studded ceremony officiated by comedian Adam Sandler. Swift wore Christian Dior Haute Couture, while her brother Austin served as man of honor and Jason Kelce was best man.
Hundreds of guests attended, including actors Hugh Grant, Jason Sudeikis, and Ethan Hawke, plus soccer star Abby Wambach. White House communications staff weighed in on the festivities, though the wedding dominated global entertainment coverage for a second straight day.
USMNT Wins First World Cup Knockout Match Since 2002
The U.S. men's national soccer team defeated Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 on July 1, claiming only the second knockout-round win in program history. Folarin Balogun scored before halftime and Malik Tillman added a free kick in the 82nd minute to seal the result.
Star striker Balogun was sent off late after a VAR review, earning a one-game suspension he cannot appeal. America's World Cup run — and the fight to advance past Belgium on July 6 — now rests on a depleted attack.
Iran Begins Six-Day State Funeral for Slain Supreme Leader (Developing)
Iran began a six-day state funeral for the slain Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei on Friday, nearly four months after he was killed in U.S.-Israeli strikes. Mourners chanted revenge slogans as authorities said attendance could reach 20 million people — potentially the largest gathering in Tehran's history.
Washington agreed to pause US-Iran peace talks for the duration of the funeral, which runs through July 9. Mojtaba Khamenei, appointed supreme leader after his father's death in March, now presides over one of the largest state mourning events in modern history.
What’s Next
A Record Heat Wave Isn't Done Yet
A historic heat dome placed more than 185 million Americans under heat alerts heading into the July Fourth holiday weekend. Watch for potential heat-related emergencies through Sunday, with daily high temperature records expected to fall in Boston, Philadelphia, and Washington.
USA vs. Belgium, Monday in Seattle — Without Balogun
Team USA beat Bosnia 2-0 Tuesday to advance to the Round of 16, but leading scorer Balogun is suspended and cannot play. Coach Pochettino must rebuild the attack for Monday's clash against Belgium in Seattle — a team that advanced through the group stage unbeaten.
Trump Signals Congressional Push on Birthright Citizenship
The Supreme Court rejected Trump's birthright order 6-3 this week, with Roberts citing constitutional guarantees in place since Reconstruction. Trump immediately called on Congress to pass legislation banning birthright citizenship — a signal of a new immigration fight on the Hill.
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Your Takeaway
This week was defined by moments that will echo well beyond the headlines. America celebrated 250 years with historic fanfare while the Supreme Court handed down rulings that could shape U.S. law and politics for decades.
Overseas, Iran entered a new chapter after the death of its longtime supreme leader, underscoring how quickly the global balance can shift.
Looking ahead, don't expect the pace to slow. Extreme heat will continue affecting millions, Congress appears headed for another major immigration battle, and the U.S. men's national team faces its biggest World Cup match in a generation. As one chapter closes, next week's headlines are already taking shape.
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Extra Bits
Joey Chestnut ate 66 hot dogs in 10 minutes to win his 18th Nathan's Famous Mustard Belt on America's 250th birthday.
Britain's National Archives had a 1776 Declaration of Independence the whole time — the Royal Navy seized it in 1776 and filed it as "another paper."
A Washington state goat led deputies on a chase for 20 minutes — deputies confirmed they attempted "goat language," which the goat found deeply unpersuasive.
Today’s Trivia
Scientists can measure exactly how fast the Moon is drifting away from Earth using lasers bounced off Apollo reflectors. How far does it drift each year?
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