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Political Cornflakes: Danish NATO event cancelled after U.S. bars Trump critic from attending

The U.S. ambassador to Denmark vetoed the appearance of an American NATO expert critical of President Donald Trump at an international conference in Copenhagen, prompting the event’s cancellation. The expert, Stanley R. Sloan, a former CIA analyst, said the decision had left him “stunned and concerned about our country.” [NYTimes]

Topping the news: Utah Gov. Gary Herbert has called on lawmakers to double the already proposed tax cut from $80 million to $160 million, after estimates show a massive surplus. [Trib] [DNews]

-> Rep. Chris Stewart proposes a bill to close the gap in the debate between protecting rights of the gay community and those of religious groups.