US lawmakers question legality of Pentagon lethal drug boat strikes
By The BriefBrief
Democratic and Republican lawmakers raised concerns about whether the Pentagon can use lethal force against civilian-style vessels in international waters.
WHO:US lawmakers
WHAT:Lawmakers questioned the Pentagon’s legal authority to use lethal force against civilian-style vessels in international waters outside a declared theater of war.
WHEN:May 19, 2026 at 9:25 AM ET
WHERE:USA
WHY:No specific cause was reported.
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