Military Officials Update Lawmakers on Drug Boat Strikes

Top lawmakers are receiving a classified briefing from Pentagon officials regarding the Trump administration’s campaign against alleged drug trafficking boats off South America, particularly in light of a September strike that killed two survivors. Gen. Dan Caine and Adm. Frank “Mitch” Bradley are expected to present details and video from the controversial September 2 attack, which has raised bipartisan concerns over its legality and accusations of potential war crimes. The strikes have resulted in over 20 destroyed boats and more than 80 casualties, conducted without Congressional authorization, as the administration justifies them by designating drug cartels as terrorist organizations.

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