Following a successful military strike on a drug-smuggling vessel in the waters of the Caribbean in September, Democrats and news outlets alike are alleging that the Trump administration's operation against cartel activity was a possible "war crime."
Both President Donald Trump and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth have taken much of the criticism after a report from The Washington Post claimed that Hegseth verbally ordered that no survivors be left from the strike. The news source then claimed the action could constitute a war crime due to the possible use of a "double tap" strike. The Trump Administration has denied any such order was ever given, labeling the action as necessary for ensuring the continued safety of Americans.
On Capitol Hill, a small group of Republicans has now joined Democrats in expressing support for a possible investigation into the incident, while other conservatives have given full support for the administration's attack on the traffickers.
U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) fully backs Trump's fight against the cartels and supports the operation in question.
"These Narco-terrorists are DIRECTLY responsible for the deaths of HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS of Americans," Tuberville said in a statement to 1819 News. "President Trump's job is to protect American citizens from bad actors. I stand 100% behind President Trump as he fights to save American lives."
So far, strikes in the Caribbean conducted by the U.S. military have killed approximately 83 traffickers to date. The strike in question was the first in a series of lethal operations carried out against Venezuelan cartel members.
To connect with the author of this story or to comment, email [email protected].
Don't miss out! Subscribe to our newsletter and get our top stories every day.
