The Smile: 5/29

 

Hi friend, Happy Thursday! A federal trade court has blocked President Trump from abusing emergency powers to impose sweeping new tariffs — a major win for workers, small businesses, and the rule of law. The ruling reaffirms that economic policy should follow the Constitution, not political whims. Sign the petition to celebrate this critical victory for fairness and democracy SUBSCRIBE TO RECEIVE CIVIC SHOUT single click petitions!  In other inspiring news: Trans teens are standing up for their rights in Kansas, high schoolers became hometown heroes after saving a family from a fire, and 16 states are suing to stop Trump’s dangerous science cuts. Even a lost engagement ring found its way home! Hope is everywhere. Let’s dive into it together. 💛 Federal trade court blocks Trump from imposing sweeping tariffs under emergency powers law Crowds boo House Republicans at town halls over Trump's 'big, beautiful bill' Elon Musk is leaving the Trump administration after leading effort to slash federal government Upstate woman reunited with engagement ring she lost in Lake Hartwell over the weekend Transgender teens challenge Kansas law banning gender-affirming care for minors Attempt to remove fluoride from Louisiana drinking water goes flat Sen. Cory Booker expands upon historic Senate floor speech for new book, ‘Stand’ Immigrant rights advocates rally against ICE courthouse arrests in San Francisco Judge rules suit challenging DOGE and Elon Musk's power over government can continue 16 States Sue Trump Over $1.4 Billion in Science Cuts Today’s user-submitted photo comes from Chad G., who shared this beautiful photo from Jasper, Ontario! 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 P.S. Know someone who could use a dose of good news? Forward this email and encourage them to subscribe to The Smile. Let’s spread the positivity together. 🌟

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