'Since when is murder okay for not being innocent?': Fmr. Assistant Attorney slams Trump

Military Operations & Legal Concerns - US military conducted six strikes in international waters targeting boats allegedly connected to Venezuelan drug cartels, resulting in at least 27 deaths [1][4] - The Trump administration justified the strikes as self-defense due to the high number of American deaths from drugs, claiming the vessels originated from Venezuela and carried drug cartel members [5] - Lawmakers raised concerns about the lack of oversight and transparency regarding the intelligence justifying these strikes [5][6] - Legal experts argue the strikes may violate international law and are inconsistent with the US Maritime Drug Law Enforcement Act, which requires Congressional authorization [10][11] Resignation & Internal Conflict - Admiral Alvin Holesley, commander of US Southern Command, is retiring at the end of the year [2][4] - Reports suggest Admiral Holesley opposed the strikes and raised concerns with the defense secretary, but this was denied by the Pentagon spokesperson [6][7] Political Implications - President Trump admitted to authorizing the CIA to conduct covert lethal actions inside Venezuela's borders, raising concerns about escalating military conflict [8] - Trump stated that the attacked "submarine" was specifically built for drug transportation, justifying the strike [9] - Critics argue the strikes are a pretext for a massive show of force against Venezuela, disregarding international law and rules of engagement [12]