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By Sallee Ann Harrison May 19, 2026

Hello and welcome to your afternoon news update from The Associated Press. Today, the U.S. government agrees to drop tax claims against President Donald Trump in a broadening of his IRS lawsuit settlement; Trump endorses Ken Paxton in the Texas GOP primary race for the U.S. Senate; and more information is released about the San Diego mosque shooters and victims.   We're experimenting with some changes to Afternoon Wire, including send times. As always, we welcome feedback on what you like or don't like. UP FIRST President Donald Trump tours Ballroom construction around the outside of the White House on Tuesday. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin) US government agrees to drop tax claims against Trump in broadening of IRS lawsuit settlement The U.S. government will permanently drop tax claims against President Donald Trump, according to a settlement document that is part of a deal to resolve Trump’s $10 billion lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service over the leak of his tax returns. The settlement, which marks an extraordinary use of executive power, goes beyond resolving litigation and effectively helps shield the president from further examination of his finances and legal conduct. Read more. RELATED COVERAGE ➤ Blanche doesn’t rule out considering payments for violent Jan. 6 rioters as he defends $1.8B fund What to know about Trump’s nearly $1.8B fund to compensate allies claiming political targeting Ketanji Brown Jackson says Supreme Court risks being seen as politically motivated after voting rights decision NAACP calls for boycott of Southern college sports programs over voting rights Senate confirms Trump’s pick to lead federal land agency as drilling and mining expand  Trump administration plans to admit more white South Africans as refugees this year  Trump shows ballroom construction site to reporters as lawmakers balk at $1B for White House security

TOP STORIES Trump endorses Ken Paxton in Texas GOP primary, boosting his challenge to incumbent Sen. Cornyn  President Donald Trump on Tuesday endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the GOP primary for the U.S. Senate, supercharging Paxton’s effort to oust incumbent Sen. John Cornyn in next week’s runoff. Trump’s endorsement is the latest of several he has handed out in Republican primaries in an attempt to cull his party of those who’ve opposed him. Read more.   RELATED COVERAGE ➤ Live updates: Massie tests Trump’s strength on blockbuster primary day FACT FOCUS: Trump falsely accuses Maryland of sending ‘illegal’ mail-in ballots to voters San Diego mosque shooters met online and left writings expressing hate, FBI says The teenagers who killed three people at a San Diego mosque met online and shared a “broad hatred” toward different religions and races, authorities said Tuesday. Mark Remily of the FBI said during a news conference that authorities have uncovered writings by the suspects. Authorities declined to specify what ideologies or views were expressed by the shooters. Read more. RELATED COVERAGE ➤ Community grieves beloved San Diego mosque security guard killed on the job WATCH: Official says San Diego mosque security guard 'delayed' shooters, saving lives

ADVERTISEMENT IN OTHER NEWS Argentine scientists collect traps placed at different points across Ushuaia, Argentina, on Tuesday. (AP Photo/Lujan Agusti) Trapping rodents: Argentines hunting for source of hantavirus outbreak trap rats in southernmost city Russia-Ukraine war: Ukraine’s attack on Moscow is another sign the war is not so distant anymore for Russians  Nakba: Palestinians in Gaza mark anniversary of 1948 mass uprooting and say today’s catastrophe is worse Safety in the skies: Years before UPS plane crash, 10 similar flaws were recorded. NTSB says no one raised an alarm Not best or worst case: Climate report says world won't get as hot as feared but will pass warming limit Cherokee culture: Cherokee Nation integrates culture into new treatment center built with opioid settlement funds Matchmaking reality show: Channel 4 pulls all episodes of 'Married at First Sight UK' after sexual misconduct claims ‘Hope’ film: The breathless Korean sci-fi monster movie leaves the Cannes Film Festival floored  WATCH: Brazilian artisan crafts replica World Cup trophies to the joy of locals and celebrities alike TRENDING Tennis legend Billie Jean King raises her fist after being called to receive her diploma during California State University, Los Angeles, commencement on Monday. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong) Billie Jean King, 82, earns a college degree 65 years after starting Billie Jean King raised her right arm in triumph. Not for another victory on the tennis court, but to celebrate earning a college degree 65 years after she first took classes. The 82-year-old sports and equality icon received her Bachelor of Arts in History from Cal State Los Angeles on Monday, walking across the stage in hot pink glasses and royal blue sneakers. “It’s never too late, whatever age you are, whatever your abilities are, go for it if you want it,” she said afterward.

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