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After viewing video of a follow-up strike, Republicans largely had confidence in the Pentagon’s legal rationale while Democrats questioned its legality.
Top Republican Examining Boat Strike ‘Satisfied’ With Military Mission Read More »
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth briefed congressional leaders on Tuesday about the monthslong military campaign targeting people suspected of being drug traffickers at sea.
Democrats Call for Full Video of Boat Strike That Killed Survivors Read More »
Congress is focusing on two deaths in one strike. But nine other people died in that same attack, and the United States has killed 87 in all. Were any of those killings legal?
Second Strike Scrutiny Obscures Larger Question About Trump’s Boat Attacks Read More »
Bipartisan congressional oversight is underway, but for now is focusing on narrow details about one missile instead of broader legal issues.
The Furor Over Trump’s Boat Attacks and a Particular Follow-Up Strike, Explained Read More »
The details could raise questions about who was responsible for a follow-up strike on Sept. 2 — the commander who ordered it or the defense secretary.
U.S. Military’s Boat Strikes Planning Takes On New Significance Read More »
