Here & Now Anytime Expert warns U.S. strikes on alleged drug boats cross a 'dangerous line'
Sep 17, 2025
Retired Navy Capt. Jon Duffy discusses the legal implications of recent U.S. strikes on alleged drug boats, emphasizing risks to sailors and violations of international law. Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi weighs in on the potential TikTok deal amidst national security concerns. A thought-provoking case of a problematic surrogacy highlights the glaring regulatory gaps in fertility technology, prompting critical questions about oversight and ethics. Each topic intertwines serious implications for law, digital security, and reproductive rights.
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Strikes Risk Eroding Rule Of Law
- Retired Navy Capt. Jon Duffy warns that using military strikes on alleged drug boats bypasses legal norms and treats civilians as combatants.
- He argues this redefinition of threat erodes the rule of law and sets a dangerous precedent for future use of force.
Prefer Law Enforcement Over Military Force
- Use law enforcement partnerships, not unilateral military force, for maritime drug interdiction to preserve legal process and protect lives.
- Stop, detain, and seize contraband with the Coast Guard and DHS so crews can surrender and face the rule of law.
Unlawful Force Teaches Bad International Lessons
- Duffy warns that ordering the military to perform missions outside established norms risks undermining civilian control and teaching impunity.
- He says such actions can provoke reciprocal behavior by other states and raise risks to U.S. citizens and vessels.