President Donald Trump announced that the U.S. military targeted a second boat allegedly transporting drugs from Venezuela, resulting in the deaths of three individuals aboard. The strike occurred in international waters and was described by Trump as a necessary action against what he termed "narcoterrorists" involved in drug trafficking.

In a post on Truth Social, Trump stated, "The strike occurred while these confirmed narcoterrorists from Venezuela were in International Waters transporting illegal narcotics (A DEADLY WEAPON POISONING AMERICANS!) headed to the U.S." He emphasized that these drug trafficking cartels pose a significant threat to U.S. national security and interests.

This military action took place on Monday and follows a previous strike two weeks earlier, which the Trump administration claimed targeted a drug-laden speedboat from Venezuela, resulting in the deaths of 11 people. The administration has framed these strikes as necessary escalations to combat the influx of drugs into the United States.

However, the legality of these military actions has come under scrutiny. Several senators, including both Democrats and some Republicans, have expressed concerns regarding the administration's justification for using military force in this context. They argue that it may represent an overreach of executive authority, particularly in utilizing the military for law enforcement purposes.