The Smile: 7/8

Schumer demands answers after Texas floods, ActBlue powers record fundraising, and Planned Parenthood fights back in court!

July 08, 2025

Hi friend,

Happy Tuesday! Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is stepping up for public safety in the wake of devastating floods in Texas. He’s demanding an investigation into critical staffing shortages at National Weather Service offices — and whether those vacancies contributed to delayed warnings during the deadly storm. 

Also in the news: ActBlue smashes fundraising records for Democrats despite Trump’s pressure campaign, Missouri judges block new abortion restrictions, and Planned Parenthood sues to stop Trump’s latest attacks.

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