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Trump Closes Venezuelan Airspace, Illegal Orders & War Crimes, Afghan Migrant Terror | Dec. 1, 2025

Dec 1, 2025
Tensions rise as President Trump announces the closure of Venezuelan airspace, sparking debates about potential war crimes linked to the War Department's actions. Senators express concerns over legality, while investigations unfold into an Afghani migrant's attack on National Guardsmen. Amidst political fallout, discussions about asylum vetting and immigration rhetoric heat up, showcasing varying perspectives from both sides of the aisle.
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INSIGHT

Airspace Closure Amid Narco-Terror Strikes

  • President Trump declared Venezuelan airspace "closed" amid US strikes targeting narco-terrorists near Venezuela's coast.
  • The administration frames strikes as lethal efforts to stop drug flows and target traffickers tied to designated terrorist groups.
INSIGHT

Allegations Of Unlawful Follow‑On Strikes

  • The Washington Post reported unnamed sources saying the War Department ordered follow-on strikes that killed survivors, prompting congressional concern.
  • Lawmakers and war experts say finishing off people no longer able to fight could violate U.S. laws of war and international law.
ADVICE

Demand Full Pentagon Transparency

  • Congress has opened investigations and should demand full information from the Pentagon about the strikes and legal justifications.
  • Lawmakers must review evidence to determine whether actions violated the laws of war and hold accountable anyone who crossed the line.
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