SCOTUS to rule on birthright citizenship. And, U.S. murder rate nears new low

NPR News Tuesday 30 June 2026, 11:46 UTC By Brittney Melton 1 min read

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The Supreme Court is expected to make a long-awaited ruling on birthright citizenship today, on the high court's last day of its term. And, the U.S. murder rate approaches a record low.(Image credit: Tom Brenner)

The Supreme Court is expected to make a long-awaited ruling on birthright citizenship today, on the high court's last day of its term. And, the U.S. murder rate approaches a record low.

(Image credit: Tom Brenner)

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