# May 2026: Ask Lawfare Anything

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Podcast: [The Lawfare Podcast: Patreon Edition](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-lawfare-podcast-patreon-edition-6936765)
Published: 2026-05-20T23:18:02+00:00
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## Resource

On May 20 at 12 pm ET, Lawfare Editor-in-Chief Benjamin Wittes, Lawfare Senior Editor Roger Parloff and Lawfare Managing Editor Tyler McBrien answered Lawfare material supporter questions on immigration policy, litigation surrounding the mandatory detention policy from the administration, and more. Listen to the webinar, available exclusively for paid supporters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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