The Smile: 5/26

Hi friend,

Happy Monday! On this Memorial Day, we pause to honor those who gave everything in service to our country—and reflect on the freedoms and values we continue to fight for.

And today, we’re celebrating a win that honors those values: A federal judge just blocked the Trump administration’s attempt to ban Harvard from enrolling international students.

👉 Add your name to thank the court for defending international students and standing up to executive overreach.

From organizing to protect workers, to restoring justice for deported families, to uplifting communities nationwide—this long weekend is also a powerful reminder of the progress we’re making together.

Let’s celebrate today’s good news. 💛

Federal judge halts Trump administration ban on Harvard’s ability to enroll international students

Dog rescued from Southeast DC house fire

Republican-Appointed Judge Warns Trump Over 'Doubly' Violating Constitution

Indivisible: the mass movement leading the progressive fight against Trump

Judge orders Trump administration to pursue return of improperly deported Guatemalan man

San Diego Humane Society employees dress up in bear costumes to care for cub

Dems roll out ads hitting Republicans on Medicaid

Montana Sued Over Law That Rejects Absentee Ballots for Minor Date Errors

Temecula Valley woman becomes oldest Mt. San Jacinto College graduate at 90 years old

Judge extends order preventing Trump administration from laying offs of thousands of federal workers

Today’s user-submitted photo comes from Richard Y., who shared a photo of his kitten, Cee Cee! 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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