CBC News: The National | Danielle Smith defends separatism referendum plan

May 22, 2026 | Alberta Premier Danielle Smith defends putting the separatism question on a fall referendum ballot. Hundreds of Jan. 6 defendants line up to apply for cash from the controversial Anti-Weaponization Fund. And, what Stephen Colbert's exit means for the future of late night.

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