Summary
The Pentagon knew there were survivors after a September strike on a suspected drug boat in the Caribbean. Despite this, a second strike was launched, killing all 11 people aboard. U.S. lawmakers are investigating whether these actions were lawful.
Key Facts
- A September attack targeted a suspected drug boat in the Caribbean Sea.
- The Pentagon was aware there were survivors after the first strike.
- A follow-up strike was ordered to sink the boat, resulting in 11 deaths.
- There is uncertainty about who ordered the follow-up strike.
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is under scrutiny for this decision.
- Congress is investigating the legality of these military actions.
- Admiral Frank “Mitch” Bradley, linked to the strikes, will brief Congress.
- The Trump administration claims the U.S. is in conflict with drug cartels, but Congress has not authorized military force in the area.
