The Smile: 4/23

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Harvard is officially taking the Trump administration to court — standing up for academic freedom and refusing to let education funding be used as a political weapon. This is a major moment in the fight to protect independent institutions from executive overreach.

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From federal judges blocking unjust deportation orders to new data showing the SNAP programs lifting millions out of poverty, this week is full of reminders that progress is still possible — and it’s happening.

Let’s dive into some good news together. 💛

Harvard sues the Trump administration, taking the fight over federal funding and academic freedom to court

Judge blocks use of Alien Enemies Act to remove noncitizens in Colorado

Watch: Indoor gym welcomes kids of all abilities

As controversies pile up, Trump allies increasingly turn on one another

Over 150 college presidents sign letter rebuking Trump administration 'overreach'

SNAP increase helped lift nearly 3 million people out of poverty: analysis

Judge Orders Elon Musk's Emails Are Fair Game in Tesla Lawsuit

Watch: Young hockey fan becomes fan favorite after making appearance on jumbotron

Tesla profits plunge as Musk promises he’s ready to step away from role at DOGE

Minnesota sues Trump administration over transgender executive orders

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