The Smile: 7/10

LA is standing up against Trump, LGBTQ rights are strengthened, and more!

July 10, 2025

Hi friend,

Happy Thursday! Los Angeles and seven nearby cities just took a bold step to protect immigrant communities by joining a federal lawsuit against the Trump administration’s unlawful immigration raids. Their message is clear: fear and intimidation have no place in our cities.

Also in the news: Pittsburgh unanimously votes to strengthen LGBTQ protections, a court strikes down Kansas’ restrictive ballot law, and Democrats launch a push for new oversight of Trump’s White House.

Let’s dive into the good news! 💛

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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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