Navy commander briefs Congress on boat strike that targeted survivors: 5 takeaways

Navy Admiral Frank Bradley briefed Congress on a September military strike that resulted in the deaths of survivors from an alleged drug boat attack near Venezuela. The admiral clarified that no 'kill them all' order was issued during the operation, which has drawn significant scrutiny and raised questions about military conduct.

The Government Accountability Office revealed that a staggering 90% of fraudulent applications for Obamacare were approved without necessary documentation, highlighting significant vulnerabilities in the system.

The Standardizing Permitting and Expediting Economic Development (SPEED) Act has gained traction in Congress, aiming to accelerate the development of infrastructure projects by reducing regulatory scrutiny. This legislative movement reflects a growing bipartisan effort to streamline permitting processes and enhance economic growth.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang visited Washington, D.C., where he met with President Trump to discuss export controls before engaging with Senate Republicans. This visit highlights the ongoing dialogue between tech leaders and government officials regarding regulatory frameworks affecting the technology sector.

Investigative reports have revealed that the stress of combat against Houthi rebels significantly contributed to a series of costly mishaps within the U.S. Navy during its operations in Yemen. This period marked the most intense naval engagements faced by the military since World War II, impacting both personnel and equipment.

The chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the commander responsible for the controversial double tap strikes on a drug trafficking boat in September briefed lawmakers on Capitol Hill, following demands for increased transparency regarding the second strike that targeted survivors.

Brian Cole has been arrested by the FBI in connection with the placement of pipe bombs outside the Democratic and Republican party headquarters in Washington, D.C., on January 5, 2021, just prior to the Capitol riot. This arrest concludes a nearly five-year investigation into the incident, which raised significant concerns about security during a pivotal moment in U.S. political history.

Navy Admiral Frank 'Mitch' Bradley addressed lawmakers regarding a military strike on a suspected drug boat in the Caribbean, clarifying that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth did not issue a 'kill them all' order during the operation. The strike, which occurred on September 2, resulted in fatalities among individuals on board the vessel, raising significant ethical and legal concerns.