All In with Chris Hayes ‘There was no fog of war’: New video of boat strike alarms lawmakers
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Dec 5, 2025 
U.S. Congressman Adam Smith, ranking member of the House Armed Services Committee, shares insights on alarming drone footage revealing a second strike on shipwreck survivors. He describes the footage as lacking the 'fog of war,' raising serious legal and ethical questions about targeting traffickers at sea. Smith also critiques Secretary Pete Hegseth’s actions and calls for accountability. The discussion underscores the urgent need for oversight and transparency in defense actions, making it a must-listen for those keen on national security.
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Visible Shipwrecked Men Killed
- Lawmakers who viewed full footage concluded the survivor strikes showed shipwrecked men clearly visible for up to an hour before being killed.
- Rep. Adam Smith called the strikes legally and morally questionable and urged public release and hearings.
Pentagon Controversies Mounting
- Pete Hegseth faces simultaneous controversies: the boat strikes and the Inspector General's SignalGate report.
- Lawmakers and some Republicans are increasingly frustrated with Pentagon secrecy and Hegseth's fitness for office.
Push For Transparency And Hearings
- Make the Office of Legal Counsel memo and full strike video public and hold a congressional hearing to explain the legal basis.
- Demand transparency to enable oversight and prevent unchecked executive action.