Thu Jul 2, 2026 — SCOTUS Term Ends, Kyiv Under Fire, Vatican Schism

The Gospel Briefing · Jul 2, 2026 · 7m · transcript

Charles King walks through a packed news day: three major Supreme Court rulings on the term's final day, a devastating Russian assault on Kyiv, and a formal schism declared by the Vatican. Plus quick briefs on Iran talks, education data delays, and grief in Lahore.

Stories Covered

• SCOTUS upholds birthright citizenship, rules on campaign finance, and decides West Virginia v. B.P.J. on transgender athletes

• At least 13 killed in Russia's most massive attack on Kyiv since the war began

• Vatican declares Society of St. Pius X in schism, excommunicates bishops

• U.S. and Iran continue indirect…