Penal Code Push in Congress: The Chamber of Deputies again suspended its session on Penal Code reform to let a bicameral commission finish its report, with deputies expected to resume Saturday at 10:00 a.m. Public Safety & Justice: The DNCD reported 351,852 grams of drugs seized in 15 days, alongside arrests and major haul of phones, radios, cash, and weapons. Gambling Law Tensions: A gambling addiction association says lawmakers are moving to loosen Law 140-02 limits on betting shop spacing and expand betting modalities, warning of a surge in outlets and calls for tighter online oversight. Armed Forces Modernization: President Abinader unveiled drones, armored vehicles, and upgraded facilities at San Isidro Air Base as part of Armed Forces modernization. Greater Santo Domingo Services: Abinader’s Saturday workday includes apartment delivery, school and sports facility inaugurations, and a meeting with students. ICE Case With Dominican Link: Savannah State player Johan Sandoval was freed on $20,000 bond after an ICE detention tied to student-visa concerns, as the U.S. also tightens rules for F/J/I stay limits. Tourism & Airlift: Mitur promoted DR tourism in Chicago, while Southwest announced new Caribbean routes including Punta Cana. Regional Sports Governance: CAC Games technical director Tony Mesa said Wander Franco’s participation options were missed because no request came in before registration deadlines. Identity Card Clarification: The JCE said the new ID/electoral card includes the National Coat of Arms after viral misinformation.