Trump Administration Fails to Provide Concrete Evidence for Deadly Drug Cartel Strikes, Raising Alarms on War Powers Abuse

In an alarming display of executive overreach, the Trump administration continues to justify deadly military strikes on suspected drug-smuggling vessels with nothing more than selective video footage and unverified claims. Despite at least four fatal attacks leading to 21 deaths, no concrete evidence has been presented to Congress proving these boats were carrying narcotics. How Much Power Should the President Have to Wage War on Cartels? This troubling lack of transparency comes as the Senate debates a war powers resolution aimed at reining in unchecked military action against criminal organizations. Washington’s failure to provide hard proof raises grave questions about...