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U.S. Drug Cartel Tactics Lack Military Justification, Expert Says

12/11/2025

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John Yoo argues the U.S. approach to drug cartels resembles traditional crime fighting rather than a legitimate military action.
He highlights the lack of legal justification for strikes against Venezuela and its cartels.
He asserts the administration avoids labeling the situation as a war, which would establish a legal basis for its actions.
His remarks come amid ongoing debates about the legality and morality of U.S. military interventions.

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John Yoo argues the U.S. approach to drug cartels resembles traditional crime fighting rather than a legitimate military action.
He highlights the lack of legal justification for strikes against Venezuela and its cartels.
He asserts the administration avoids labeling the situation as a war, which would establish a legal basis for its actions.
His remarks come amid ongoing debates about the legality and morality of U.S. military interventions.