Hegseth and Rubio to Return to Capitol Hill Amid Boat Strike Concerns

President Trump’s Cabinet officials will brief Congress on the recent escalation of U.S. military actions near Venezuela, including a controversial September attack that killed two survivors of an earlier strike on a drug boat. Lawmakers are questioning the legality and rationale behind these military operations, as the administration has not sought congressional approval. The Pentagon’s actions have raised concerns about civilian casualties and transparency, prompting demands for video evidence of the strikes. While some Republicans defend the operations, inconsistencies in the administration’s explanations have emerged, further complicating the situation.

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