The Smile: 7/30

Hi friend,

Happy Thursday! Another federal court has rejected the Trump administration's effort to obtain sensitive voter data, dismissing the Department of Justice's lawsuit seeking New Jersey's private voter registration database.

🎉 Celebrate the federal court for protecting voters' privacy, defending states' constitutional authority over elections, and upholding the rule of law.

There's more good news today: the Senate unanimously opposed any pardon for Ghislaine Maxwell, Maine pushed back against ICE, Governor Andy Beshear intensified his call for accountability from Mitch McConnell, and a new poll shows Democrat Gina Hinojosa gaining ground on Greg Abbott in Texas.

Let’s dive into the good news! 💛

Trump DOJ loses bid for New Jersey voter rolls, now 0 for 18

Kash Patel Loses Lawsuit Against Man Who Called Him “Googly-Eyed” Chud

Cori Bush is making her case for a comeback

Senate unanimously passes resolution opposing pardon for Ghislaine Maxwell

Francesca Hong has defined Wisconsin’s Democratic primary for governor

Gina Hinojosa closes gap on Texas Gov. Greg Abbott in new poll

No One Wants to Give Money to Ken Paxton’s Campaign Anymore

Maine Just Told ICE to Get Out

Medical board revokes right to renew license for Mass. doctor who hit officer on Jan. 6

Speak or resign: Beshear ups demand for McConnell health status

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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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