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GOP Senator Says Official Who Ordered Strike Should Get 'Hell Out' of DC

GOP Senator Says Official Who Ordered Strike Should Get 'Hell Out' of DC

Summary

Senator Thom Tillis from North Carolina stated that if it is proven true, the official who ordered a second military strike on survivors of a Pentagon boat attack should leave Washington. The White House confirmed the strike, noting that it was authorized by Adm. Frank Bradley and was within legal bounds.

Key Facts

  • Senator Thom Tillis is from North Carolina.
  • Tillis spoke about a second strike on Pentagon boat attack survivors.
  • Tillis wants the person who ordered the strike to leave Washington if the allegations are true.
  • The strike was on survivors of a prior boat attack.
  • White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed the strike took place.
  • Adm. Frank Bradley authorized the second strike.
  • The White House stated the strike was legal and within Adm. Bradley's authority.
  • This incident is still under investigation.

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