Summary
Congress is considering a bill that could make the U.S. Defense Secretary release unedited videos of military strikes against terrorist targets. This provision is part of the National Defense Authorization Act and focuses on strikes carried out in the Caribbean. Some lawmakers question the legal and ethical aspects of these military actions.
Key Facts
- The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) may require the release of unedited military strike videos.
- Congress wants the Defense Department to provide footage of strikes against designated terrorist groups.
- The bill targets actions, including a disputed strike on a suspected drug boat off the Venezuelan coast.
- Lawmakers are concerned about the legality and accountability of these military actions.
- Congress might withhold part of the Defense Secretary's travel budget until the videos are released.
- President Trump stated he supports whatever decision the Defense Secretary makes about releasing the videos.
- The House is likely to approve the act soon, with the Senate to consider it next.
