The International Law Obligation to Investigate the Boat Strikes

The International Law Obligation to Investigate the Boat Strikes

The lethal strikes are unlawful under IHRL and, even on the administration’s own terms, trigger LOAC and DoD duties to investigate.

GOP Rep. Turner: 'Very Grave Concern in Congress' over Trump's Boat Strikes

Sunday on ABC's "This Week," Rep. Mike Turner (R-OH) said there was "very grave concern in Congress" about the U.S. airstrikes on alleged drug boats off the coast of Venezuela.

GOP Lawmaker Voices ‘Very Grave Concern’ Over Trump Administration Strikes On Suspected Drug Boats

Rep. Mike Turner (R-OH) voiced “very grave concern” about the continued U.S. airstrikes on alleged drug boats off the coast of Venezuela because those on board are being “put to death” without any criminal prosecution. Turner told ABC News’s Martha Raddatz on Sunday that he has not seen the tape of the so-called “double-tap” strike after two survivors were seen clinging to the boat, but expects to see the video next week. Raddatz pressed Turner …