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DOJ: Trump Can Legally Continue Drone Strikes

11/2/2025

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The U.S. Department of Justice told Congress that U.S. President Donald Trump can legally continue Caribbean drone strikes without congressional authorization.
T. Elliot Gaiser, head of the Office of Legal Counsel, said the operations do not qualify as hostilities under the War Powers Resolution.
A senior administration official said strikes are conducted from naval vessels to keep U.S. personnel safe, aligning with Obama administration practices.

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The U.S. Department of Justice told Congress that U.S. President Donald Trump can legally continue Caribbean drone strikes without congressional authorization.
T. Elliot Gaiser, head of the Office of Legal Counsel, said the operations do not qualify as hostilities under the War Powers Resolution.
A senior administration official said strikes are conducted from naval vessels to keep U.S. personnel safe, aligning with Obama administration practices.