The Smile: 6/10

Hi friend,

Happy Wednesday! Utah residents are standing up for transparency, local democracy, and community input by challenging the approval process for a massive proposed data center project, arguing that decisions with long-term impacts on land, resources, and local communities should be made openly and with meaningful public participation.

👏 Applaud these citizens for fighting for accountability, public oversight, and the voices of the people most affected by data centers.

There’s more encouraging news today: a federal judge has struck down Trump’s $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas, NASA has announced the astronauts who will help return humans to the Moon, and more Democratic veterans are stepping up to run for office.

Let’s dive into the good news! 💛

Utah residents sue officials over Kevin O’Leary data center plan

Donald Trump booed by the crowd during the anthem prior to Game 3 of the NBA Finals

Roller derby was already queer-friendly. Then it got more inclusive.

NASA announces astronauts for its Artemis III mission to test new moon landers

James Talarico’s Chances of Beating Ken Paxton in Texas Get Boost—Poll

The Key to Fighting a Trump Real Estate Deal: Democracy

Donald Trump Is Finally Cracking Up for Real

More women, Democratic veterans running for Congress this year

Republicans keep making it easier for Democrats to run against corruption in midterms

Federal judge declares Trump’s $100,000 fee for new H-1B visas unlawful

Today’s user-submitted photo comes from Kilian, who shared this adorable photo of their dog, Taradiddle! 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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