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US Supreme court rules against affirmative action in college admissions

Court overturns plans allowing colleges to consider applicant’s race during admissions process

Evening Standard · Jun 29, 2023

‘A dream come true’: Over 1,200 become US citizens at naturalization ceremonies

More than 1,200 people from 85 countries were naturalized Wednesday through two separate ceremonies in Roseville, California, hosted by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, with the first ceremony themed as a special tribute to Independence Day.

Tribune News Service · Jun 29, 2023

With race-based admissions no longer an option, states may imitate Texas Top 10% Plan

Now that the U.S. Supreme Court has ruled the practice unconstitutional, admissions experts say other states could look to Texas’ Top 10% Plan as a way to diversify their student bodies.

The Texas Tribune · Jun 29, 2023

Chris Christie says McCarthy spoke correctly about Trump the first time

McCarthy has back pedaled after he said he was not sure if Trump is the best candidate to beat Joe Biden

The Independent UK · Jun 29, 2023

Dianne Feinstein, still recovering, is skipping a California visit during Senate break

WASHINGTON — Sen. Dianne Feinstein, who is recovering from a serious shingles infection, is spending the Senate's two-week Fourth of July recess in Washington.

Los Angeles Times · Jun 29, 2023

Silicon Valley tech executive announces US Senate campaign

Arguing that California needs a new type of representation in the nation's capital, Silicon Valley executive Lexi Reese announced Thursday that she is running for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by retiring Sen. Dianne Feinstein.

Los Angeles Times · Jun 29, 2023

Kennedy Jr. Embraces Trump’s ‘Common-Sense’ Label In Town Hall

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. flattered by Trump's praise, refuses to attack him.

Zenger · Jun 29, 2023

Experts: Rudy eyeing deal to cooperate

“They’re considering ways to move up the Jan. 6 food chain. That’s ominous for Trump," says attorney Norm Eisen

Salon · Jun 29, 2023

‘Good luck’: DeSantis’ promise to end birthright citizenship is easier said than done

MIAMI — Andressa Reis, a 29-year-old from Coconut Creek, repeatedly refers to her U.S. citizenship status as a “privilege.” She was born in Florida after her newlywed Brazilian parents, who were in the United States at the time, decided to start a family.

Miami Herald · Jun 29, 2023

Yes, debates do help voters decide – and candidates are increasingly reluctant to participate

Former President Donald Trump’s threat to skip the first Republican presidential debate, scheduled for Aug. 23, 2023, may be a sign that candidate debates will be the next casualty in the highly polarized political environment in the United States.

The Conversation · Jun 29, 2023