The Smile: 7/14

Hi friend,

Happy Tuesday! A federal judge has thrown out a controversial agreement between the Trump administration and Donald Trump over his tax return lawsuit, ruling that it improperly sought to use the courts to grant special benefits unavailable under the law and reaffirming that no one is above the law.

👏 Applaud the judge for defending the integrity of our courts and the rule of law!

There's more good news today: a coalition of states is suing to stop the proposed Paramount–Warner Bros. merger, new polling shows James Talarico leading Ken Paxton among Hispanic business owners, and public support for the Trump administration's immigration crackdown continues to decline.

Let’s dive into the good news! 💛

US judge nullifies Trump deal to resolve IRS lawsuit in scathing ruling

States sue to stop Paramount-Warner Bros blockbuster merger

College students were facing homelessness. These New York nuns had room in their convent.

New polling shows Talarico leads Paxton among Hispanic business owners

House Republicans Play Hooky as Mike Johnson Scrambles to Control Them

Trump Admin Push to Decrease Immigration Has Less and Less Support

A Little Law Gives Hope That Government Can Suck Less and Make People’s Lives Better

Cleveland Browns give back with new football fields

Buttigieg rallies Iowans; Democrats optimistic for midterms

12 Blue States Defy DOJ and Sue to Stop Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger

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Thank you for reading, and we hope these articles shine a light on your day.

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Emily from The Smile

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