New York Times

1. U.S. Ran a War Game on Ousting Maduro. Venezuela Fell Into Chaos.

   An official U.S. government exercise during President Trump’s first term forecast turmoil and potential violence in a post-Maduro Venezuela.

2. Democrats Raise Concerns Over Allied Curbs on Intelligence Sharing

   Britain’s limits on sharing information reflect growing unease among partner nations over the legality of the U.S. strikes on boats purportedly carrying drugs.

3. Justice Dept. Appears to Be Examining Potential Leaks in Schiff Inquiry

   A subpoena issued by the F.B.I. suggests the Justice Department may be seeking to identify officials who might have shared information about the inquiry into Senator Adam Schiff in an unauthorized way.

4. Trump Plans to Open More Than a Billion Acres of U.S. Waters to Drilling

   The plan from the Interior Department is one of the president’s most significant steps yet to increase domestic fossil fuel production.

5. Senate Democrats Investigate Kennedy Center Deals With Trump Allies

   Under Richard Grenell, the performing arts center has given steep discounts to CPAC and FIFA, signed contracts with administration associates and spent lavishly on friends.