Blavity Daily Briefing
What the Culture's Talking About
July 2, 2026 • 6 minutes • Hosted by Victoria
Today's Briefing
Episode #319
About This Episode
KBJ and Clarence Thomas clash over race at SCOTUS. We break down how July 1st laws hit your wallet and how Gen Z is rewriting Congress. Stay locked in!
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