"Uncertain Future for Afghan Female Tactical Platoon in the U.S."
The Female Tactical Platoon, an all-female Afghan military unit that worked alongside U.S. forces, is now facing immigration limbo in the U.S. after the withdrawal from Afghanistan. The platoon played a crucial role in collecting intelligence from women and children during raids. Many platoon members are in the U.S. on temporary humanitarian parole, but with the program set to expire, they are struggling to obtain permanent residence. Congress has been working on a solution, including the reintroduction of the Afghan Adjustment Act, which would create a legal path to permanent residence for Afghans. However, the slow processing of special visas for Afghan evacuees has drawn criticism, and platoon members are facing difficulties finding good jobs without permanent status.