U.S. commander overseeing attacks against alleged drug boats off Venezuela to retire
Summary
Admiral Alvin Holsey, who leads U.S. Southern Command, will retire in December. He has overseen U.S. military operations against suspected drug boats near Venezuela. His retirement comes amid controversy over these operations.Key Facts
- Admiral Alvin Holsey is the leader of U.S. Southern Command.
- He announced he will retire in December.
- Holsey has been in this role since November of the previous year.
- U.S. Southern Command oversees military activities in the Caribbean and waters off South America.
- The U.S. has conducted military strikes against boats allegedly carrying drugs near Venezuela.
- There is criticism and debate in Congress about the legality of these strikes.
- President Trump’s administration treats alleged drug traffickers as unlawful combatants.
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth thanked Holsey for his long service.
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