The New York Times

1. What Is Operation Allies Welcome, the Program That Gave Some Afghans Entry to the U.S.?

   The Biden administration set up the initiative after the Taliban retook power in Afghanistan in August 2021 for those who assisted U.S. troops.

2. For Spouses of U.S. Citizens, Green Card Interviews End in Handcuffs

   Agents are arresting foreign-born spouses when they report for the final step to obtain permanent residency, and charging them with visa violations that could result in deportation.

3. ICE Detains Mother of White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt’s Nephew

   Bruna Caroline Ferreira, the mother of a nephew of the White House press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, was pulled over and arrested on her way to pick up her son from school, Ms. Ferreira’s lawyer said.

4. ‘In Triage Every Day’: A Beleaguered Speaker Says He’s Overwhelmed

   In a podcast interview, Speaker Mike Johnson opened up about the crushing demands of a job that he joked was his in name only.

5. Dominican Republic Allows U.S. to Use Territory to Fight International Organized Crime

   The Dominican leader, Luis Abinader, said the Pentagon could use restricted areas within the San Isidro Air Base and Las Américas International Airport for refueling and transporting equipment and technical personnel.