Earlier this month, the Trump administration ordered strikes against suspected drug-smuggling vessels in the Caribbean Sea and Eastern Pacific. 🚤🌊
In the days since, lawmakers from both political parties have united in demanding more transparency. Key demands include:
- Release of strike footage and intelligence assessments
- Public legal justifications under international law
- Stronger congressional oversight of future missions
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has publicly defended the operation, saying it protects American borders and partners in the region, and emphasizes that the strikes followed strict rules of engagement.
Critics have raised concerns about possible civilian casualties and a lack of clear guidelines for future actions, stressing the importance of accountability and ethical standards.
As pressure mounts, Congress has scheduled hearings later this month to review the strikes and assess their impact on US maritime policy in the Caribbean and Eastern Pacific. 🔍⚖️
As CGTN's Walter Morris reported, calls for transparency and oversight are shaping a high-stakes debate in Washington.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
