The Smile: 4/25

Hi friend,

Happy Friday! We're ending the week with some heartening news: two federal judges just blocked Trump’s attempt to ban diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs in K-12 education — a huge win for inclusive learning and equal opportunity in our schools.

🖊️ Sign our petition to thank the judges for defending equity in education.

There’s more to smile about: Earth Day efforts removed over 2,000 pounds of trash from North Carolina’s Swannanoa River, and another judge just ruled against Trump's attack on sanctuary cities. Across the country, people and institutions are pushing back—and making progress.

Let’s dive into more good news together. 💛

2 federal judges block Trump's effort to ban DEI from K-12 education

New polls show Trump’s approval rating sinking lower, weakening his power

MountainTrue collects 2,000 pounds of debris from Swannanoa River in Earth Day cleanup

Tesla Profits Plummet By 71 Percent Amid Elon Musk Backlash

Warren opening investigation into Trump agenda’s impact on schools

Judge blocks Trump bid to halt federal funding for sanctuary cities

Trump Is Already Talking About Elon Musk in the Past Tense

American Bar Association sues justice department over terminated grants

Gov. Tim Walz pledges to protect Minnesota from the ‘chaos’ he says Trump has unleashed on the world

Judge blocks Trump administration from requiring proof of citizenship to register to vote

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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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