The Smile: 4/23

 

Hi friend, Harvard is officially taking the Trump administration to court — standing up for academic freedom and refusing to let education funding be used as a political weapon. This is a major moment in the fight to protect independent institutions from executive overreach. 🌟 Sign the petition to stand with Harvard and defend academic freedom - SUBSCRIBE TO SIGN THE SINGLE CLICK PETITION! From federal judges blocking unjust deportation orders to new data showing the SNAP programs lifting millions out of poverty, this week is full of reminders that progress is still possible — and it’s happening. Let’s dive into some good news together. 💛 Harvard sues the Trump administration, taking the fight over federal funding and academic freedom to court Judge blocks use of Alien Enemies Act to remove noncitizens in Colorado Watch: Indoor gym welcomes kids of all abilities As controversies pile up, Trump allies increasingly turn on one another Over 150 college presidents sign letter rebuking Trump administration 'overreach' SNAP increase helped lift nearly 3 million people out of poverty: analysis Judge Orders Elon Musk's Emails Are Fair Game in Tesla Lawsuit Watch: Young hockey fan becomes fan favorite after making appearance on jumbotron Tesla profits plunge as Musk promises he’s ready to step away from role at DOGE Minnesota sues Trump administration over transgender executive orders Today’s user-submitted photo was sent in by Sharon S., who shared this cute photo of her two cats! If you want the chance to have your photo featured, reply to this email 😄 Thank you for reading, and we hope these articles shine a light on your day. In solidarity, Emily from The Smile