The Smile: 9/12

A judge blocks Trump’s cruel cuts to immigrant services, New Mexico leads on universal child care, and more!

September 12, 2025

Hi friend,

Happy Friday! In a big win for immigrant families and communities, a federal judge has blocked Donald Trump’s cruel attempt to strip access to vital services like Head Start, health clinics, and adult education for immigrants in the U.S. without legal status. The ruling protects children’s education, safeguards health care, and keeps families from being cut off from the support they need to survive and thrive.

And in more good news: Trump’s popularity is sinking in a key Pennsylvania swing county, New Mexico is set to become the first state to offer universal child care, and three former FBI officials are standing up to expose Trump’s political weaponization of law enforcement.

Let’s dive into the good news! 💛

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Emily from The Smile

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