Did the White House secretly authorize a deadly strike, leaving Congress in the dark?
The recent U.S. Navy strike on a cartel-linked vessel off the coast of Venezuela has sparked controversy, with Democrats alleging they were not informed beforehand. According to Axios, key members of Congress were blindsided by the operation, raising questions about presidential authority and oversight.
President Trump has defended the action, asserting his power to take decisive measures against suspected drug smugglers, as reported by The New York Times. The incident, which resulted in fatalities, marks a significant escalation in efforts to confront Venezuela, a long-held desire for Senator Rubio, according to AP News.
Fox News reports the strike sent a clear message to Maduro: no sanctuary for those involved in drug trafficking. Legal experts are now debating the legality of the attack on the Venezuelan vessel, as highlighted by Reuters, with some questioning whether it violated international law.
Investigations are underway to determine the full scope of the operation and its implications for U.S.-Venezuela relations, potentially reshaping future counter-narcotics strategies.
