The 11th Hour with Stephanie Ruhle Admiral briefs senior lawmakers on US boat strikes in the Caribbean
Dec 5, 2025
Joining the discussion are Joyce Vance, a former U.S. attorney known for her legal insights, Tom Nichols, a political commentator specializing in national security, and Rich Logis, who transitioned away from the MAGA movement. They dive into the alarming U.S. boat strikes in the Caribbean, the failed reindictment of Letitia James, and Rich’s transformative journey away from MAGA, revealing how identity trauma influences loyalty. The conversation highlights political divides and the shifting landscape within the GOP.
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Partisan Divide Over Deadly Boat Strike
- The Caribbean boat strikes exposed stark partisan splits over use of lethal force and accountability.
- Tom Nichols and lawmakers framed the second strike as legally and morally troubling amid conflicting GOP defense.
New Strike And SignalGate Findings
- The Defense Department carried out another strike while the admiral briefed Congress, intensifying scrutiny of Hegseth.
- The IG found Hegseth risked troops by sharing sensitive information but did not conclude a classification violation.
'He Got Lucky' On Classified Leak
- Tom Nichols says Hegseth 'got lucky' and escaped harsher consequences despite dangerously sharing sensitive information.
- Nichols argues the IG paints a damning portrait of irresponsibility despite the technical exoneration.