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Dec 20, 2025 The Trump administration directed attacks on small boats from Venezuela Tier 1 · Primary Power and Authority
The directive expanded executive use of lethal force in a migration and cartel context, raising rule-of-law concerns over military power and legal authority.
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- Administration's directive on Venezuelan boats — Reports indicated that the Trump administration's directive to attack small boats from Venezuela was influenced by a desire to strike cartels in Mexico.
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Week 49 – 2025-12-20–2025-12-26
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