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The Latest: Supreme Court rules in favor of Trump administration on 2 immigration cases
By Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 25, 2026
· 13 min read
The Supreme Court voted 6-3 on Thursday to allow the Trump administration to end legal protections for migrants fleeing violence and natural disaster in Haiti and Syria, exposing hundreds of thousands more people to potential deportation.The Department of Homeland Security can now end temporary p...
Key takeaway The Department of Homeland Security can now end temporary protected status, a program that protects a total of 1.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
San Antonio residents are likely to feel the effects of rising inflation, with consumer prices increasing 4.1% in May from a year earlier. As the Federal Reserve's preferred inflation gauge hits a three-year high, locals may notice higher prices at the gas pump and for everyday items. This could be particularly challenging for low-income families and individuals in San Antonio, who may already be struggling to make ends meet. With midterm elections approaching, President Trump's handling of the economy will likely be a key issue for voters in Bexar County. As the situation in Iran continues to unfold, San Antonio residents will be watching to see how the conflict affects the local economy, particularly in terms of gas prices and affordability. The city's economy, which is heavily reliant on tourism and small businesses, may be particularly vulnerable to fluctuations in the global market.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 13 min
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