lawmakers

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Shortly afterward, lawmakers amended the country's glacier protection law to relax restrictions on mining in areas of permafrost, despite fears the new law could endanger crucial water supplies.

From Barron's • May 23, 2026

She told lawmakers she was there to observe parts of the raid at the “behest” of Trump, who told her about her role in the raid on the same day it was conducted.

From Salon • May 22, 2026

The decision by Hegseth drew sharp criticism from Republican and Democratic lawmakers and concerned Polish officials, who told The Wall Street Journal they were not consulted about the move.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

She has been disavowed by lawmakers across the Democratic spectrum, from Blue Dog centrist Rep. Josh Gottheimer to democratic socialist Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.

From Slate • May 22, 2026

The important city where lawmakers meet is a capital.

From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner