The Smile: 02/25/2025
Some well-earned wins to celebrate today! 💛 A judge just blocked Trump’s latest attack on immigrant rights, DoorDash workers in New York are getting the pay they deserve, and federal workers are standing up to Musk’s threats. Let’s dive into today’s newsletter and keep the momentum going! Federal workers sue over Musk's threat to fire if they don't explain accomplishments After a monthlong honeymoon for the G.O.P. at the start of President Trump’s term, lawmakers are confronting a groundswell of fear and disaffection in districts around the country. By Robert Jimison Robert Jimison, who covers Congress, reported from Trinity County in the 17th Congressional District of Texas. Feb. 23, 2025 Some came with complaints about Elon Musk, President Trump’s billionaire ally who is carrying out an assault on the federal bureaucracy. Others demanded guarantees that Republicans in Congress would not raid the social safety net. Still others chided the G.O.P. to push back a...