The Smile: 1/28

Hi friend,

Happy Wednesday! Judges and communities across the country are standing up to Trump’s immigration crackdown — and demanding accountability. From Minnesota to Oregon, courts are blocking unlawful detentions, protecting children from being moved by ICE, and shutting down federal overreach that threatens basic rights.

✍️ Applaud judges who are defending the rule of law and refusing to let ICE and the Trump DOJ ignore court orders.

And there’s more good news today: Minnesotans are forming human walls to protect local workers, communities are stepping up to care for families after disasters, courts are safeguarding voter privacy, clean energy projects are moving forward again, and volunteers are rescuing wildlife in the face of extreme weather.

Let’s dive into the good news! 💛

Minnesota judge summons acting ICE director, warns of contempt over court defiance

5-year-old who was detained in Minnesota can't be moved, judge rules

She offers free child care after disasters. It’s a lifeline as families rebuild their lives.

Cancer survivors meet stem cell donors who saved their lives at Boca Raton charity walk

In blow to Trump DOJ, experienced anti-voting lawyer is out

This Could Be the Moment MAGA Collapses

Westbrook community members form a human wall to keep local workers safe from ICE

Fourth wind farm blocked by Trump is allowed to resume construction

Volunteers rescue cold-stunned sea turtles as Texas coast temperatures plummet

Judge dismisses DOJ bid to obtain Oregon voter rolls

Today’s user-submitted photo comes from Judi R., who shared this adorable photo of her cat, Phoebe! 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

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