How the high court attempted to balance traditionally conservative principles and serving as a check on the president.The U.S. Supreme Court in Washington, D.C., on Monday.Graeme Sloan / Bloomberg via Getty ImagesJune 30, 2026, 6:56 PM EDTWelcome to the Inside Scoop newsletter. That’s a wrap on a consequential Supreme Court term, as the highest court considered sticking points in the president’s agenda. Also, science reporter Denise Chow talks about the extreme heat blanketing the nation just in time for its 250th birthday. I’m senior editor Michelle Garcia, in for Yasmin and Emily today. Let’s get into it. Just a moment.We are getting your experience ready.