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EPISODE · Mar 5, 2026 · 12 MIN

Immigration Wins, Salmon Recovery, and Geothermal Innovations

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In this episode of Good News for Lefties, host Beowulf Rochlen shares a series of empowering stories that exemplify progress and resilience in the face of adversity. We start with a landmark ruling from a federal judge in Boston declaring the Trump administration's policy of deporting undocumented immigrants to countries where they aren't citizens as unconstitutional, a significant victory for immigrant rights advocates.Next, we highlight another ruling from Oregon, where a federal judge has mandated changes to hydropower system operations to protect salmon populations, reinforcing the importance of environmental conservation efforts.In labor news, we discuss the ongoing nurses' strike at AH Henry Ford Genesis Hospital in Michigan, which is now entering its sixth month, as nurses advocate for better working conditions and pay.Additionally, we celebrate a bipartisan bill passed in Kentucky that bans devices converting semiautomatic firearms into automatic weapons, showcasing a collective effort towards gun safety.A listener-suggested story highlights Houston-based geothermal startup Quaise Energy, which is making strides in developing a new super hot power plant in Oregon, tapping into innovative energy solutions.Lastly, we report that the Department of Homeland Security will not be moving forward with a controversial ICE detention facility in New Hampshire, a decision welcomed by local advocates and lawmakers.Today's Stories: Trump’s third-country deportation policy is unlawful, judge finds - The Washington Post Judge sides with salmon against Trump administration in hydropower ruling | US news | The GuardianTeamsters nurses remain on strike at Henry Ford Genesys, six months after labor action began - CBS DetroitKentucky House passes bill to ban machine gun conversion devices • Kentucky Lantern Quaise looks to advance ‘superhot’ geothermal power… | Canary MediaICE detention facility proposed in Merrimack, New Hampshire will not move forward - CBS BostonBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support.

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