Democrat Himes Condemns Trump's Strikes, Warns of Fatal Consequences for Innocents

Rep. Jim Himes condemned President Donald Trumps recent military strikes against suspected drug-runners, warning of dangerous precedents that could harm innocent lives in the United States and abroad.

• On Wednesday, Rep. Jim Himes criticized President Donald Trump for conducting illegal strikes against boats suspected of drug trafficking in the Pacific and Caribbean.
• Himes emphasized the potential fatal consequences for innocents, suggesting that such actions could lead to a troubling precedent for the Democratic Party (United States) and beyond.
• The condemnation echoed sentiments from other political figures, including Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, who have raised concerns over the Republican Party (United States) adopting similar aggressive tactics.