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Boat Strikes
Democrat: Video of Boat Strike One of “Most Troubling Things” He’s Ever Seen
Striking a shipwreck is so egregious that the Pentagon uses it as an example of a “clearly illegal” order in its manual.
Hegseth Ousted Admiral Who Objected to Boat Strikes Under His Command
Hegseth reportedly told the admiral: “When you get an order … don’t ask questions.”
Family of Colombian Man Killed in Boat Strike Files Complaint Against US
This is the first known filing of its kind, and comes amid increasing scrutiny over the military’s boat strike campaign.
Hegseth Says He Didn’t “Stick Around” for Second Strike, But Still Defends It
The secretary of defense vehemently defended the second strike, citing “fog of war.”
Children’s Book Publisher Slams Hegseth for Using Franklin for War Propaganda
Hegseth has faced mounting criticism by range of figures, from the publisher to a UN human rights expert.
Republicans Probe Alleged Hegseth Order to “Kill Everybody” as War Crimes Mount
“Americans will be prosecuted for this, either as a war crime or outright murder,” one lawmaker said.
Trump Declares Venezuelan Airspace “Closed” in Latest Illegal Escalation
Analysts warn the move signals a “scorched earth” policy and could portend imminent airstrikes.
Leavitt Says “All” Military Orders by Trump Must Be “Presumed to Be Legal”
The dubious claim comes despite officials within the administration saying that the boat strike operation is unlawful.
Trump’s Venezuela Campaign Is Part of a Broader Regional Plan, Experts Say
“It’s not just about Venezuela,” says scholar Alexander Aviña as US military activity across the Caribbean grows.
Soldiers Must Disobey Unlawful Orders Under Trump — It’s Their Legal Duty
I have been called to testify at courts-martial as an expert witness on servicemembers’ duty to disobey unlawful orders.