The Rest Is Politics: US 134. Has Trump's Administration Committed War Crimes?
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Dec 1, 2025 The discussion heats up around potential war crimes linked to Pete Hegseth and the implications of a controversial military strike. Katty and Anthony navigate the muddy waters of international law, exploring whether actions in Venezuela align with humanitarian guidelines. The hosts also tackle the chaotic landscape of ICE raids, highlighting the personal stories behind immigration policies. With a backdrop of political fallout and GOP reactions, the tension between law and order versus political strategy has never been more palpable.
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Legal Risks Of The Venezuela Strike
- The September 2 strike off Venezuela raising war-crime questions centers on a reported verbal order to "kill everybody" and a controversial second strike that hit survivors.
- This incident spotlights legal ambiguity about whether the US was "at war" and possible breaches of international humanitarian law.
Following Orders Doesn’t Remove Liability
- Anthony Scaramucci argued that targeting shipwrecked or incapacitated people violates international humanitarian law and could be a war crime.
- He emphasized precedent from Nuremberg that "just following orders" does not absolve responsibility.
Debris Explanation Versus Surveillance Footage
- The Pentagon's claim that debris justified a second strike clashes with footage showing people in the water, deepening public and legal scrutiny.
- Conservative legal commentators including Andrew McCarthy publicly questioned any legal defense for the second strike.