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Johnson Defends Controversial Drone Strikes Amid Ethical Concerns

12/3/2025

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On December 2, 2025, U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson defended the Trump administration's boat bombing campaign against alleged drug traffickers, citing drone strikes from Barack Obama's presidency.
He said secondary strikes are not unusual and urged congressional consultations on legality.
Critics say Johnson's claim overlooks media and congressional scrutiny of Obama's drone strikes.
Reports indicate 83 people died in 21 strikes since September 2025, raising concerns about legality and ethics in Caribbean Sea and Pacific Ocean.

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On December 2, 2025, U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson defended the Trump administration's boat bombing campaign against alleged drug traffickers, citing drone strikes from Barack Obama's presidency.
He said secondary strikes are not unusual and urged congressional consultations on legality.
Critics say Johnson's claim overlooks media and congressional scrutiny of Obama's drone strikes.
Reports indicate 83 people died in 21 strikes since September 2025, raising concerns about legality and ethics in Caribbean Sea and Pacific Ocean.