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Lawmakers Question Legality of Fatal Venezuelan Drug Strikes

12/4/2025

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On December 4, 2025, military officials briefed lawmakers about a second strike on a Venezuelan drug boat.
Rep. Jim Himes (D-Conn.) described the video as highly troubling, noting two individuals died after their vessel was destroyed.
The Pentagon faces scrutiny after reports that the second strike killed survivors returning to their boat.
Lawmakers from both parties expressed concern over the strikes' legality, noting over 80 deaths without authorization.

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On December 4, 2025, military officials briefed lawmakers about a second strike on a Venezuelan drug boat.
Rep. Jim Himes (D-Conn.) described the video as highly troubling, noting two individuals died after their vessel was destroyed.
The Pentagon faces scrutiny after reports that the second strike killed survivors returning to their boat.
Lawmakers from both parties expressed concern over the strikes' legality, noting over 80 deaths without authorization.