The Smile: 6/8

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Happy Monday! Two Virginia residents are taking a stand for public accountability by challenging plans for a massive UFC event on the White House grounds, arguing that public spaces and national landmarks should be protected from improper political or commercial use.

👏 Applaud the citizens using the courts to demand transparency, oversight, and respect for public institutions that belong to all Americans.

There’s more encouraging news today: a federal judge has blocked new restrictions on food assistance, another court has halted a sweeping freeze on immigration benefits affecting hundreds of thousands of people, and health experts are celebrating strong support for vaccines!

Let’s dive into the good news! 💛

2 Virginia residents sue to stop UFC fight at White House for Trump's 80th birthday

US insurers’ move to back vaccines sends ‘powerful’ message about safety of shots, experts say

Program helps inmates rehabilitate through golf

Judge halts Trump administration efforts to impose conditions on SNAP

Democrats eyeing investigations, and perhaps prosecutions, of Trump officials

Donald Trump’s Approval Rating Falls to New Low With Men

Cancer Vaccine Produces 49% Melanoma Reduction in Patients Five Years Later

18 House Republicans Defy Party Leadership to Help Pass Pro-Ukraine Bill

North Carolina Democrats Propose Changes to Block GOP Power Transfers and Secrecy

Judge blocks Trump’s sweeping freeze on immigration benefits for 39 countries

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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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