# Deal Ends Trump Audits, New Quarantine Orders & Graduation Speakers Booed - Wednesday, May 20, 2026

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Published: 2026-05-20T08:30:00+00:00
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The news to know for Wednesday, May 20, 2026! We're talking about the latest deadline to either end the Iran war — or escalate it. And the new deal for the U.S. government to clear all past tax audits involving pretty much every Trump family member. Also, wildfires, tornadoes, and record-breaking heat all impacting Americans this week. And the rare order to now forcibly quarantine passengers who were exposed to Hantavirus on a cruise ship. Plus, the top takeaways from several big primary elections, which state is now banning prediction markets, and how college graduates are vocally opposing A.I. Those stories and even more news to know in about 10 minutes! Join us every Mon-Fri for more daily news roundups! See sources: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Become an INSIDER to get AD-FREE episodes here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Get The NewsWorthy MERCH here: https://thenewsworthy.dashery.com/ Sponsors: Head to Greenchef.com/50NEWSWORTHY and use code 50NEWSWORTHY to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months. Get Hiya's best-selling children's vitamins! Receive 50% off your first order. To claim this deal you must go to h iyahealth.com/NEWSWORTHY. To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to ad-sales@libsyn.com

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