The Smile: 10/9

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Happy Friday! Arlington County is taking the Trump administration to court over its proposed 250-foot triumphal arch near Arlington National Cemetery. The county's lawsuit raises concerns about public safety, increased traffic, and the potential damage to historic landmarks.

👏 Applaud Arlington County for taking the Trump administration to court to stop Trump’s arch project!

There's even more to celebrate today: Kentucky's largest county is offering drive-through voting for the first time, New Jersey voters are suing over a voter registration challenge process that targeted Democrats and unaffiliated voters, and a 14-year-old cancer survivor is thriving!

Let’s dive into the good news! 💛

Arlington County sues to block Trump arch after project gets key approval

These prosecutors saw how the justice system failed women. Now they’re running for Congress.

Kentucky’s largest county offers drive-through voting for first time

14-year-old cancer survivor now thriving

Judge likely to end White House ban on CNN, Politico and MS Now

Protesters interrupt Trump during a rally in Texas

Jon Ossoff Enters Midterms Stronger Than His 2020 Breakthrough

Dems Might Just Have a Shot in This Very Unlikely District

Ms. Rachel Gave This Black-Owned Coffee Shop a Shoutout. The Owner’s Life Changed in an Instant

New Jersey voters sue after GOP officials target Democrats for removal ahead of midterms

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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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