Democrats urge Pentagon to release video of strike on alleged drug boat

Democrats are urging the Pentagon to release video footage of a U.S. strike on an alleged drug boat in the Caribbean on September 2nd, which resulted in eleven deaths. The request follows reports that two survivors clinging to wreckage after the initial strike were killed in a subsequent attack. Lawmakers are questioning the legality of the second strike, especially after reports that an order was given to "kill them all". While President Trump has stated he is open to releasing the video, the Pentagon is reviewing the process, citing concerns about compromising sensitive information. Democrats argue the video's release is crucial for public assessment of the incident, particularly the killing of the survivors, and some suggest the Pentagon is hesitant due to the difficulty in justifying the actions.

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