The Smile: 5/2

Hi friend,

Happy Friday! We’re closing out the week with powerful news: a federal judge in Texas has ruled that Donald Trump’s use of the Alien Enemies Act for mass deportations “exceeds the scope” of the law. This is a major win for due process and immigrant rights.

Add your name to applaud this ruling and demand an end to unlawful deportations.

From student voices rising in defiance to bipartisan pushback against dangerous overreach, this week has been full of proof that people are standing up—and the courts are standing firm.

Let’s dive into more good news together. 💛

Judge in Texas rules Trump's use of Alien Enemies Act for deportations 'exceeds the scope' of the law

Thousands rally against Trump, Musk in nationwide May Day protests

Meet Racine Zoo's newest member -- a Hartmann's Mountain zebra

'I am not afraid of you,' Columbia student says of Trump after release from ICE

No more sleepovers and late-night ice cream: Elon Musk prepares his White House exit

House Democrats demand Musk financial disclosure from White House

Judge pauses old Nevada law requiring parental notification for minors to get abortion

New lawsuit argues Trump and DOGE's government overhaul is unconstitutional

Man saves dog from cougar attack in Olympic National Forest

Democratic Senators Slam ‘Radical’ GOP Push to ‘Make it Harder for Eligible Americans’ to Vote

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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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