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Friday, May 22, 2026

Advocacy group sues Trump administration over access to abortion for veterans

The VA did not include abortion in its coverage until 2022.

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Trump immunity from IRS audit shocks experts, who warn it could undermine trust in tax system

“This is an unprecedented remedy,” said former IRS Commissioner Daniel Werfel.

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Gov. Jared Polis brushes off party’s censure over Tina Peters clemency, saying he’s ‘really proud to be a Democrat’

“Marlon and the kids were thrilled because they thought it meant I’d be home earlier because, instead of going to three events a night, they thought I’d be going to two,” Polis joked Thursday.

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Facing intense internal pressure, DNC releases postelection autopsy that criticizes Kamala Harris

DNC Chair Ken Martin released the study of the 2024 campaign on Thursday.

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Backlash to Trump’s $1.8B settlement fund delays GOP immigration bill

Some GOP lawmakers are questioning the cost and how taxpayer dollars would be used.

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Republicans call off vote on Iran war resolution that was on the verge of passing

They have delayed planned votes on the matter into June.

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Colorado Democrats officially censure Gov. Jared Polis for Tina Peters clemency

More than 700 people signed onto a complaint accusing Gov. Jared Polis of “conduct detrimental” to the Democratic Party for easing election denier Tina Peters’ prison sentence.