Summary
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth defended military strikes against boats suspected of smuggling drugs from Venezuela. He stated that these operations will continue and face scrutiny from Congress. The actions are part of a broader effort to combat drug trafficking from the region.
Key Facts
- The U.S. military carried out strikes on boats suspected of smuggling drugs from Venezuela.
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated these operations are just beginning.
- There is bipartisan concern in Congress over a follow-up strike in September.
- A Navy commander, Vice Adm. Frank “Mitch” Bradley, ordered the second strike, which killed survivors from the first.
- President Trump did not comment on the strikes during a Cabinet meeting.
- The White House stated that the Navy commander acted within legal limits.
- Investigations are planned to examine the military actions and decision-making.
- The Pentagon has not disclosed details or evidence that led to the second strike.
