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Democratic Senators Demand Answers on Civilian Harm Policies

4/21/2026

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Eleven Democratic senators led by Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) demanded that Defense Secretary Hegseth provide an explanation by May 4.
They cited preventable tragedies and a high toll, and the "no quarter" pledge as violating international law.
They criticized dismantling Pentagon offices aimed at reducing civilian harm, calling it contrary to bipartisan efforts to prevent civilian casualties.
Hegseth's office did not comment on the matter.

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Eleven Democratic senators led by Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) demanded that Defense Secretary Hegseth provide an explanation by May 4.
They cited preventable tragedies and a high toll, and the "no quarter" pledge as violating international law.
They criticized dismantling Pentagon offices aimed at reducing civilian harm, calling it contrary to bipartisan efforts to prevent civilian casualties.
Hegseth's office did not comment on the matter.