The White House on Monday defended the legality of its strikes on suspected drug boats from Venezuela and the surrounding area following a Washington Post report that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ordered a second attack on a ship to kill survivors.

The big picture: Military experts warn the attacks could be illegal and lawmakers are demanding more information about the lethal strikes, which are often announced by President Trump or Hegseth on social media. • The attacks have killed dozens so far. • The strikes are a part of a broader pressure campaign on Venezuela and President Nicolás Maduro. • The Department of Defense did not immediately respond to Axios' request for comment Monday.

Here's a look at the military boat strikes we know about.

Pre-strikes: Boats head to Venezuela

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