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Rand Paul Challenges Trump's Caribbean Strikes, Demands Due Process

10/20/2025

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Senator Rand Paul (R-Ky.) opposes President Trump's military strikes on suspected drug boats in the Caribbean.
Paul says the actions lack legal justification because they do not meet due process standards.
He argues evidence and identification are needed before lethal force is used.
He calls for congressional approval for any military action, citing the boats' distance from the United States and distinguishing war from peace.

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Senator Rand Paul (R-Ky.) opposes President Trump's military strikes on suspected drug boats in the Caribbean.
Paul says the actions lack legal justification because they do not meet due process standards.
He argues evidence and identification are needed before lethal force is used.
He calls for congressional approval for any military action, citing the boats' distance from the United States and distinguishing war from peace.