The Smile: 01/23/2025

 

Hi friend, Happy Thursday! The week’s news continues to highlight the whirlwind of Trump’s administration, with yesterday’s announcement of a $500 billion AI initiative already stirring controversy, including criticism from none other than Elon Musk. Amid the chaos, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed — but that’s why today’s newsletter is here. Today’s edition brings stories of resilience, progress, and hope to remind us that even in turbulent times, there’s still good to celebrate. Let’s dive in! 💛 Senate Dems block GOP’s first abortion bill Exhausted by Trump's America? Remember these words from MLK Jr. Trump administration sued over order making it easier to fire federal workers Rare species discovered deep within Cambodian mountains Tennessee bill could require anti-human trafficking training for tattoo artists New Michigan law requires destruction of guns turned in during community buybacks Democratic attorneys general sue over Trump's order to end birthright citizenship OK rancher jumps into frozen pond to save calf Extreme cold and snow across the South isn’t a threat to most native plants and animals, experts say ACLU sues over Trump’s push to broaden expedited deportations Thank you for reading, and we hope these articles shine a light on your day. In solidarity, Emily from The Smile