The Muckrake Political Podcast Did Hegseth Order The Double Tap?
Dec 2, 2025
Delve into the controversial double-tap strike on fishermen and the legal implications that classify it as a war crime. Explore Trump’s contradictory responses and the geopolitical tensions surrounding Venezuela. Discover the fallout from a recent DC National Guard shooting linked to CIA operations, highlighting the erosion of public trust. Critique the ethics of access journalism as vital information is turned into exclusive content. Finally, reflect on the true history of Thanksgiving and its cultural significance amidst political power plays.
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Double-Tap Strike Reveals Systemic Decay
- Jared Yates Sexton argues the double-tap strike on fishermen is clearly a war crime and exposes moral rot in leadership.
- He says such incidents erode the U.S. veneer of benevolence and demand accountability for commanders like Pete Hegseth.
Presidential Denials Undermine Accountability
- Jared highlights Trump's evasive response to whether he knew about the strike and questions who truly controls military actions.
- He stresses presidential accountability matters when lethal orders are given under a sitting president.
International Courts And Impunity
- Nick Hauselman notes U.S. refusal to join the International Criminal Court protects officials from external war-crime accountability.
- He warns that legal shields let figures like Hegseth hide behind presidential immunity.