Three to Get Ready for February 11, 2026

Bad News First

Sometimes the news can feel like Groundhog Day all over again, but democracy requires us all to keep an eye on her, so let's take a peek.

1. The FDA refused to review Moderna’s application for a new flu vaccine.
2. After a limited review of unredacted documents related to the Epstein investigation, Congressional Representative Jamie Raskin found “puzzling, inexplicable redactions” not required by law, but rather seeming to protect powerful men from embarrassment, in contrast to the names of sexual trafficking victims, which had not been fully redacted.
3. Reporting by both Politico and Propublica provides documented detail on ICE tactics aimed at circumventing court orders and the overwhelming caseload being created as a result.

But Here’s the Good News

Good news doesn't always make the headlines. But there's good stuff happening that's worth a cheer, or a fist pump, even!

1. A grand jury has refused to indict Democratic lawmakers for making a video reminding military members of their duty to refuse unlawful orders.
2. Three GOP members of the House of Representatives voted down legislation that would have protected the president’s tariffs from congressional disapproval.
3. Thee National Governors Association canceled its meeting with the president, rather than exclude Democratic governors.

And Here’s What You Can Do

Even small efforts have the potential to ripple out in ways we don’t expect. Plus, doing good is good for you. Do any of these ideas work for you?

1. Watch The Librarians, a documentary on efforts to ban books from school and public libraries.
2. Change the settings on your Ring camera so that it cannot be used for police surveillance and send a letter to your state leaders about shielding motor vehicles data from ICE.
3. Click through the website of Moms Demand Action and find opportunities to take action against gun violence and more.