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Takeaways from Supreme Court term: Trump's power is enhanced, but he lost some high-profile cases
By Mark Sherman And Lindsay Whitehurst, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 30, 2026
· 6 min read
President Donald Trump didn't get what he wanted in some of the biggest Supreme Court cases this year: tariffs, birthright citizenship and the attempted firing of Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook. But he also emerged from the term with even greater power. His immigration crackdown was largely u...
Key takeaway His immigration crackdown was largely upheld, his call to redistrict for partisan advantage marched ahead and his ability to control federal regulatory agencies expanded dramatically when the court overturned a 90-year-old precedent.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The Supreme Court's latest term has significant implications for San Antonio , particularly in regards to voting rights and immigration. The court's continued erosion of the Voting Rights Act could impact local efforts to protect minority voters, potentially affecting the city's diverse communities. San Antonio's large Hispanic population, in particular, may face new challenges in exercising their right to vote. Additionally, the court's decision to uphold President Trump's immigration crackdown could have far-reaching consequences for the city's immigrant communities, including those with family members or friends affected by the policies. The city's location near the US-Mexico border also makes it a critical hub for immigration and border policies, making the Supreme Court's decisions on these matters especially relevant to San Antonio's residents and community leaders. As the city continues to grow and diversify, the impact of these decisions will be closely watched by local officials and advocacy groups.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 6 min
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What is this story about? President Donald Trump didn't get what he wanted in some of the biggest Supreme Court cases this year: tariffs, birthright citizenship and the attempted firing of Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook. But he also emerged from the term with even greater power. His immigration crackdown was largely u...
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