The Smile: 3/11

Hi friend,

Happy Wednesday! Once again, federal judges have insisted that the Trump administration follow the law when appointing federal prosecutors. Brad Schimel, the DOJ’s hand-picked interim U.S. attorney for Wisconsin’s Eastern District, will not be allowed to continue as he was not agreed upon by the Senate.

✍️ Thank the Wisconsin federal judges who insisted Trump follow the law

There’s more to celebrate today: Wealth taxes in New York and Wisconsin are gaining momentum, the Senate advanced a bill to make housing affordable, Microsoft is standing up to Trump, and Death Valley is experiencing a superbloom for the first time in a decade.

Let’s dive into the good news! 💛

Trump Dealt Humiliating Blow in Key Swing State

Mississippi senator to face a prosecutor she blocked from the federal bench

Death Valley doesn’t look so dead after all in these stunning new images of the desert in bloom

Raise Taxes on the Rich? These Rich New Yorkers Are All for It.

Alabama governor commutes death sentence of man who didn't kill anyone

20+ years in male-dominated fields, Marine Corps veteran creates space for empowerment with women-only gym

House approves 'millionaires tax,' bill heads to Senate for confirmation

Microsoft Takes a Stand Against the Trump Administration

Landlords are notorious for ripping off tenants. Renters are creating their own tech tools to fight back

Senate clears key hurdle on bipartisan housing bill

Today’s user-submitted photo comes from Jewel B., who shared this adorable photo of her cat Hunter, who’s a big “bed hog.” 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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