The Smile: 4/14

Hi friend,

Happy Tuesday! A federal judge just delivered a major win for press freedom, dismissing Trump’s $10 billion lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal and reinforcing that journalists can hold powerful figures accountable without intimidation.

✊ Applaud those defending a free and independent press.

There’s more good news today: momentum is building for Democrats heading into the midterms, LGBTQ+ rights advocates are winning key victories, and communities across the country are standing up for fairness, transparency, and accountability.

Let’s dive into the good news! 💛

Judge dismisses Trump's $10B lawsuit over the Wall Street Journal's Epstein reporting

Midterms Get Even Worse for Senate Republicans—Thanks to Trump

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear to be honored for standing against anti-LGBTQ+ laws

Peltola raises almost $9M in first three months of Senate bid

Orbán’s defeat holds lessons for US: ‘Autocrats may rise, but are not invincible’

Pope Leo: “I Have No Fear” of Trump

Reps. Swalwell, Gonzales leaving Congress ahead of possible expulsion votes

Artemis II astronaut Christina Koch shares touching reunion with dog

Missouri town fires half its city council over data center deal

LGBTQ+ groups score legal victory over Trump, restoring Pride flag at Stonewall National Monument

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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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