The Smile: 7/10

Hi friend,

Happy Friday! A federal appeals court has blocked a right-wing effort to undermine the 2020 Census, rejecting a lawsuit that sought to challenge the Census Bureau's counting methods and protecting an accurate count that ensures every community receives fair representation.

👏 Applaud the court for defending a fair Census and protecting equal representation for all Americans!

There’s more good news today: James Talarico shattered fundraising records in the Texas Senate race, a federal judge threw out Trump’s $3.8 billion lawsuit against The Washington Post, and New York is suing chemical companies over harmful "forever chemicals."

Let’s dive into the good news! 💛

Court blocks right-wing effort to rig Census count

James Talarico raises over $30 million in second quarter, campaign says, more than triple Ken Paxton’s sum

Disney brings ‘Toy Story 5’ to children’s hospitals

Eric Trump’s Bitcoin Bet Erases $600 Million From Family Fortune

US judge throws out Trump’s $3.8bn defamation lawsuit against Washington Post

How Virginia’s Plans for Biggest Data Center in the World Fell Apart

Planned Parenthood targets vulnerable Republicans with $47 million midterm push

New York sues 3M, DuPont and others over 'forever chemicals' in consumer goods

Vermont is creating a statewide trail, and making sure it's accessible to all

Gina Hinojosa Vows to Send $1500 to Every Texas Household

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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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