‘Enormous scandal’: Hayes reacts to Trump’s deadly strike on 'drug-carrying boat'

Alleged Military Action & Legal Concerns - A military strike occurred in international waters against a boat allegedly carrying drugs from Venezuela [1][2] - The US government claims the strike targeted "narco-terrorists" and resulted in 11 fatalities [3] - Questions arise regarding the legality of the strike under international law, as the US is not in armed conflict with Venezuela [6] - Concerns are raised that the strike may constitute extrajudicial murder, even if the administration's claims are true [7] - The action is described as a potential violation of both domestic US law and international law [9] Geographical & Logistical Discrepancies - The boat was attacked off the coast of Venezuela, over 1,000 nautical miles from the US [4] - The Secretary of State suggested the vessel's destination was likely Trinidad, approximately 10 miles from Venezuela [4][5] - Discrepancies exist regarding the boat's intended destination and the justification for US military action so far from its borders [4][5] Credibility & Past Actions - The administration's credibility is questioned, referencing past instances of falsely accusing individuals of being members of a Venezuelan gang [8] - The administration is accused of acting as judge, jury, and executioner [8]