Legal analyst: Trump declaring airspace over Venezuela is closed could ‘launch an illegal war’

Retaliation and Abuse of Power - The report highlights a significant number, at least 470, of individuals and entities facing retaliation under President Trump's leadership [1][28][29] - The actions are designed to intimidate others and suppress dissent, even when legal challenges are unsuccessful [31][32] Legal and Constitutional Concerns - Trump's claim to invalidate pardons signed by President Biden using an autopen is baseless, as legal experts confirm the use of an autopen is legal and the Constitution doesn't require signatures on pardons [13][14] - The legality of a potential military action in Venezuela is questioned, with concerns raised about potential war crimes and violations of international law [17][18][19][20][23] - The president's authority to declare another nation's airspace off-limits is challenged [22] Pardons and Accountability - Trump could potentially issue pardons to eliminate liability for individuals involved in controversial strikes, raising concerns about accountability [24][25] - Even with potential pardons, individuals may still face legal risks under domestic laws of South American countries or international law [27]