The Smile: 9/17

Hi friend,

Happy Thursday! A federal judge has blocked the Department of Homeland Security from threatening a New York man with prosecution over an email criticizing ICE, finding that David Streever is likely to succeed on his First Amendment claim.

👏 Applaud the court for protecting the First Amendment and holding ICE accountable!

There’s even more good news today: Congress held its first-ever hearing focused on menopause, two-year-old conjoined twins underwent a successful separation surgery, and goats, sheep, and cattle are being used to help reduce vegetation that can fuel wildfires.

Let’s dive into the good news! 💛

US judge blocks DHS from threatening prosecution against man who criticized ICE

Republicans are feeling sick over the nation’s Trump hangover

Congress is finally talking about menopause

Twin sisters conjoined at the head underwent successful separation surgery: Hospital

JD Vance Begs for Second Chance in Dumpster Fire Interview

Missouri Officials Ousted For Approving Massive Data Center

Democrats favored over Republicans on health care, immigration, economy: Survey

Progressives mark big wins in Democratic statehouse primaries

More goats, sheep, and cattle are being used as wildfire prevention heroes: 'A tried-and-true strategy'

House Democrats seek to block data centers from federal tax breaks

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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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