The Smile: 12/5

Hi friend,

Happy Friday! The New York Times just filed a major federal lawsuit against the Pentagon after the Trump administration attempted to impose sweeping new restrictions on reporters — limiting questions, movement, and even who journalists are allowed to talk to. 

✍️ Add your name to applaud this bold defense of the First Amendment and press freedom!

And the good news keeps coming: Michigan lawmakers helped secure the release of a respected Hmong community leader from ICE detention, strangers raised over $1.5 million to help an 88-year-old veteran retire, and more!

Let’s dive into the good news! 💛

New York Times sues Pentagon over Trump team’s limits on press reporting

Trump’s anti-nap manifesto comes back to haunt him

L.A. Zoo welcomes fifth baby great ape of the year

Michigan Hmong leader released from ICE detention after push from federal and state lawmakers

Republicans Are Rebelling Against Mike Johnson

Senate Democrats eye vote on 3-year Obamacare subsidy extension

Free Buses Can Be a Reality — Just Look at Maryland

Newsom Roasts CEOs to Their Faces for Bending the Knee to Trump

Watch: Strangers donate over $1.5 million to help 88-year-old veteran retire

US judge blocks Trump from cutting Medicaid funding for Planned Parenthood in 22 states

Today’s user-submitted photo comes from David F., who shared this beautiful photo taken by his friend Olena from Ukraine! 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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