Johnson Urges Trust in Military Drug Operations Amid Calls for Oversight

Speaker of the House Mike Johnson urges trust in military operations against the illegal drug trade, defending strikes targeting narco-terrorists in international waters despite calls for oversight.

Mike Johnson emphasized confidence in the White Houses claims that the United States Armed Forces are exclusively targeting narco-terrorists in the Caribbean Sea.
The anti-drug trafficking operations initiated by Donald Trump in early September lack congressional approval, prompting legislators to demand increased oversight of military actions.
Critics are particularly focused on the implications of striking small boats believed to be linked to Venezuela and its leader Nicolás Maduro as part of the fight against the illegal drug trade.

Why It Matters

This situation highlights tensions between military actions and congressional oversight, raising concerns about the legality and effectiveness of operations against the illegal drug trade. The U.S. response may also affect regional relations in the Caribbean, especially with Venezuela.