Bipartisan Call for Clarity on U.S. Drug Cartel Strikes

The U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee's bipartisan leadership is demanding transparency from the Trump administration regarding its anti-drug cartel operations, which have intensified tensions with Venezuela. Senators Roger Wicker and Jack Reed are particularly concerned about the lack of legal justification provided for these military actions.

The strikes, which have reportedly resulted in numerous fatalities, target alleged drug trafficking vessels in the Caribbean and Pacific. Despite these significant actions, the administration has yet to furnish detailed information to congressional leaders overseeing the U.S. military's activities.

Pentagon Press Secretary Kingsley Wilson stated that some documents were shared with committee members, but lawmakers argue that comprehensive details are still lacking. The push for clarity comes amid speculation that the U.S. could escalate its operations in the region.