What is 'Operation Allies Welcome,' program that allowed Afghans into US

In a recent interview, Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem criticized the Biden administration for its handling of the Operation Allies Welcome program, which allowed Afghan nationals to resettle in the U.S. after the Taliban takeover in 2021. This criticism follows a shooting incident near the White House where two National Guard members were critically injured by Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan national who entered the U.S. under this program.

An Afghan man, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, has been accused of a shooting incident near the White House that critically injured two members of the West Virginia National Guard. This attack, which occurred on November 26, 2025, has raised significant concerns about the mental health and integration of Afghan nationals in the U.S., particularly those who were evacuated during the 2021 airlift.

Former federal prosecutor Joseph Moreno criticized President Trump for using a derogatory slur against Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, calling the remark 'absolutely indefensible.' This comment came in the aftermath of a shooting incident involving National Guard members in Washington, D.C., where two were critically injured. Trump referred to Walz as 'seriously retarded' in a post on Truth Social, linking it to his views on immigration and security policies.

A report from Axios has resurfaced, indicating that top aides in the Biden administration expressed concerns regarding President Biden's use of an autopen for signing documents. This discussion gained renewed attention following former President Trump's announcement that he is canceling executive orders signed by Biden using the autopen, claiming they lack proper authorization.

The White House has introduced a new section on its website aimed at identifying and criticizing media outlets it perceives as biased or misleading in their coverage of President Trump and his policies. This initiative reflects ongoing tensions between the administration and the press, particularly regarding how Trump's actions and statements are reported.

A Ukrainian delegation led by Security Council Secretary Rustem Umerov is traveling to Washington for negotiations following the resignation of a previous negotiator. This visit is part of ongoing efforts to address the conflict with Russia, as announced by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

The White House has launched a new 'media bias' tracker on its website, aimed at highlighting news outlets that it accuses of misrepresenting the Trump administration. This initiative follows a series of confrontations between President Trump and journalists regarding their coverage, reflecting ongoing tensions between the administration and the media.