The Smile: 6/26

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Happy Friday! Immigrant advocates have filed a lawsuit demanding answers after severe delays in DACA renewals left thousands of Dreamers without work permits, legal protections, and the ability to support their families. The case seeks transparency and accountability for delays that have disrupted the lives of people who have followed the rules and contributed to their communities for years.

👏 Applaud the advocates standing up for Dreamers, fairness, and due process!

There's more good news today: a federal judge blocked key parts of Trump's executive order targeting mail voting, Senate Democrats unveiled a plan to raise the federal minimum wage to $25 an hour, and renewable energy reached a major milestone as the nation's largest clean energy project came online.

Let’s dive into the good news! 💛

Trump administration sued over DACA renewal delays

A federal judge in Boston blocks key parts of Trump's order to limit voting by mail

Progressive Democrats Are Winning in Just About Every Corner of America

Elizabeth Warren says ‘tsunami of anger’ could prompt reversal of Trump-era mega mergers

USA’s Largest Renewable Project Comes Online–With More Power Than the Hoover Dam

Mamdani slate sweeps Democratic primaries in New York, ousts 2 incumbents from Congress

Dobbs Didn’t End Abortion. It Ignited a Movement.

Insecure President Insists His Poorly Attended Rally Was “Packed”

Mamdani’s rent freeze passes for 1 million units

Senate Democrats Propose $25 Minimum Wage

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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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