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JD Vance Stands by Pro-Trump Military Strategy After Strike

9/7/2025

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JD Vance defended his pro-Trump position amid Brian Krassenstein's criticism of military actions in Venezuela.
Vance emphasized the U.S. military's priority in targeting cartel members.
This statement followed a U.S. strike that killed 11 alleged narco-terrorists from the Tren de Aragua group.
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth affirmed the U.S. stance against drug trafficking in the hemisphere.
President Trump shared strike footage, warning drug traffickers and hinting at future military operations.

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JD Vance defended his pro-Trump position amid Brian Krassenstein's criticism of military actions in Venezuela.
Vance emphasized the U.S. military's priority in targeting cartel members.
This statement followed a U.S. strike that killed 11 alleged narco-terrorists from the Tren de Aragua group.
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth affirmed the U.S. stance against drug trafficking in the hemisphere.
President Trump shared strike footage, warning drug traffickers and hinting at future military operations.