Kelly says Senate will 'put people under oath' over reported follow-up strikes in Caribbean

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. NBC News’ Kelly O’Donnell reported on the developments surrounding this incident.

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.

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz criticized President Donald Trump for allegedly demonizing the Somali migrant community in the state during an appearance on NBC’s 'Meet the Press.' Walz emphasized the contributions of Somali individuals in various professions and called for constructive dialogue instead of divisive rhetoric.

Senator Mark Kelly faced scrutiny regarding his comments urging military personnel to disobey illegal orders from the Trump administration, raising questions about his stance on military obedience. This follows a Pentagon investigation into potential misconduct related to a video featuring Kelly and other lawmakers.

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.'

Senator Mark Kelly criticized former President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth as 'not serious people' following their reactions to a video in which he and other Democrats urged military personnel to refuse illegal orders. This statement comes amid a Pentagon investigation into Kelly's comments, which have sparked significant controversy.

Senator Mark Kelly publicly criticized Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth as 'unqualified' during a recent statement, asserting that former President Donald Trump does not comprehend the Constitution. This criticism follows a video in which Kelly and other Democratic lawmakers encouraged military personnel to defy illegal orders, prompting an investigation by the Defense Department into Kelly's conduct.

Senator Mark Kelly is under investigation by the Pentagon for a video in which he and other Democratic lawmakers encouraged military personnel to disobey illegal orders, a stance he defends as non-controversial. The inquiry raises questions about potential breaches of military law and the implications of such directives on military conduct.