The Smile: 12/22

Hi friend,

Happy Monday! Democrats are demanding answers after a photo linked to Donald Trump appeared to vanish from the Justice Department’s online Epstein files — and they’re making it clear that transparency is not optional when the law requires full disclosure.

✍️ Stand with them as they push for accountability, oversight, and justice for survivors!

And there’s plenty more good news to start the week: a judge ruled Trump-era layoffs likely violated shutdown funding rules, ICE suffered another legal setback over blocking detention center visits, and North Carolina’s Lumbee Tribe finally won full federal recognition after 137 years.

Let’s dive into the good news! 💛

Dems Demand Answers as Trump Photo Disappears From DOJ Online Epstein Files

Elise Stefanik Suspends Campaign for Governor, Will Not Seek Reelection

Andover man creates sensory-friendly, welcoming restaurant experience for autism families

Reps. Ro Khanna and Thomas Massie say they're considering inherent contempt charges against Pam Bondi

Gripes and infighting on display as Maga stars gather at Turning Point conference

North Carolina's Lumbee Tribe receives full federal recognition after 137-year effort

ICE Suffers Legal Blow Over Blocking Detention Center Visits

Watch: Educator goes big with lessons involving a 43-foot whale

In key Virginia races, Latino voters shift towards Democrats

Judge rules layoffs likely violated shutdown funding deal

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Emily from The Smile

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