Congressional committees launch inquiries into second strike on alleged drug boat

The United States has deployed 11 warships and approximately 15,000 troops to the Caribbean amid escalating tensions with Venezuela. The Secretary of the Navy emphasized the importance of utilizing the nation's best assets to protect the homeland. This military buildup is seen as a significant response to ongoing concerns regarding Venezuela's activities, particularly accusations against its government related to drug trafficking.

Senator Mark Kelly announced that the Senate Armed Services Committee will conduct an investigation into reported follow-up military strikes on an alleged drug boat in the Caribbean, stating that military officials will be put under oath. This inquiry follows concerns about the legality and consequences of the strikes, which reportedly resulted in civilian casualties.

Rep. Mike Turner (R-Ohio) stated that a second U.S. military strike on survivors of an alleged drug boat in the Caribbean would be an illegal act, following reports of such an action. He emphasized the need for adherence to legal standards in military operations during an interview on CBS News’s 'Face the Nation.'

Key members of Congress are demanding a full accounting from the Pentagon following reports of a second military strike on an alleged drug boat in the Caribbean, which occurred after two individuals survived the initial attack in September. This has raised serious concerns about the military's engagement rules and accountability in operations targeting drug trafficking.

Representative Robert Garcia of Long Beach has emerged as a key figure in the House Democrats' efforts to secure the release of files related to Jeffrey Epstein, drawing attention to the ongoing investigation into the convicted sex offender. This initiative has positioned Garcia prominently in national discussions surrounding accountability and transparency in government actions regarding Epstein's case.

The House Armed Services Committee is demanding a comprehensive investigation into a U.S. military strike on a suspected drug-trafficking boat in the Caribbean, following allegations that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ordered troops to 'kill everybody' on board. This incident, which occurred in early September, has raised serious concerns regarding military engagement rules and accountability.

Both the House and Senate have initiated inquiries into a second military strike on an alleged drug boat in the Caribbean that occurred last September, which reportedly resulted in the deaths of survivors from an initial strike. This action follows growing concerns regarding the military's engagement rules and the implications of such operations.

President Trump announced that Venezuela's airspace is now considered 'closed in its entirety,' citing a deteriorating security situation and increased military activity in the region. This declaration signals a potential escalation in U.S. military action against Venezuela, following warnings from the Federal Aviation Administration regarding safety concerns.