Drug War Policy & Morality - The campaign to blow up drug boats in the Caribbean is morally and legally dubious, lacking congressional approval [3] - Approximately 25% of the boats intercepted do not contain drugs, raising concerns about potential killings of non-criminals [4] - The policy is not a serious approach to the drug war and may alienate regional partners [5][6][12] - The US President's actions, such as pardoning individuals involved in drug trafficking, contradict the stated goal of deterring the drug trade [6] Military & Ethical Considerations - Military personnel need a clear and coherent rationale for the use of lethal force, directly related to American national security, with congressional debate [8][9] - Past events, like Abu Ghraib, demonstrate how betraying American values can negatively impact national security and radicalize individuals [10][11] - The current actions risk damaging America's moral reputation and alienating allies needed for cooperation in the broader war on drugs [12] Alternative Motives - There are questions about whether the boat strikes are truly about deterring the drug trade or if they are related to regime change [7]