Let Freedom: Political News, Un-Biased, Lex Fridman, Joe Rogan, CNN, Fox News US Hits Suspected Narco Boats; Six Dead
Nov 11, 2025
The U.S. recently escalated its maritime tactics by striking boats linked to narco-terrorists, resulting in six deaths. Unanswered questions linger about the evidence and legal authority behind these actions. Concerns arise over the effectiveness of this strategy, as smuggling networks may quickly adapt. The discussion highlights potential diplomatic fallout and the necessity for congressional oversight. As the country shifts from interdiction to lethal action at sea, accountability and transparency remain pressing issues.
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Escalation From Interdiction To Kinetic Action
- The U.S. has shifted from interdiction to lethal strikes at sea against suspected narco‑terrorists.
- This escalation is decisive but politically and legally controversial without public evidence.
Unusual Legal Justification For Strikes
- Officials call those killed unlawful combatants and cite classified DOJ guidance for authority.
- That legal framing is unusual compared with past interdiction and raises congressional concerns.
Critical Evidence Remains Unreleased
- Officials claim intelligence confirmed narcotics aboard but haven't named the group or released evidence.
- Key unknowns include drug type, quantities, chain of custody, and whether nonlethal options were attempted.