The Smile: 10/10

Hi friend,

Happy Friday! As the shutdown stretches into its second week, Democrats are standing strong — refusing to let Donald Trump and House Republicans gut health care or hold working families hostage. United and determined, they’re demanding a government that protects people, not partisan politics.

✍️ Add your name to stand with Democrats holding the line for affordable health care, fair pay, and a government that puts families first.

And in more good news: California passes groundbreaking legislation, a judge blocked Trump’s latest attempt to cut Medicaid and defund Planned Parenthood, and New York courts halted an anti-trans sports ban.

Let’s dive into the good news! 💛

Judge blocks National Guard deployment in Illinois for 2 weeks

Psychiatrists call for RFK Jr. to be replaced as health secretary

Donald Trump’s Approval Rating Plunges With Baby Boomers

Chicago Protesters Take To The Streets To Denounce National Guard Deployment, ICE

Judge halts New York county from enforcing trans athlete ban after roller derby league sues

Democrats win momentum over GOP in shutdown fight

New California law aims to stabilize insurance for people who can’t get private coverage

Democrats proved the insiders wrong on the shutdown

Watch: Man saves dogs by sewing bowties, raising more than $500K

Judge Denies Trump Admin Attempt to Pause Medicaid Case Amid Shutdown

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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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