Frank Bradley

Admiral Frank "Mitch" Bradley is a US Navy admiral and commander of US Special Operations Command. He is currently newsworthy due to his role in ordering a second strike on an alleged Venezuelan drug boat in the Caribbean Sea on September 2, 2025. This "double-tap" strike, which resulted in casualties, has sparked significant controversy and bipartisan scrutiny in the US. The White House has confirmed that Bradley ordered the second strike, while Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth denies issuing a "kill them all" order. The incident has raised questions about the appropriateness of the second strike and the rules of engagement. The political and legal ramifications are ongoing, with lawmakers debating the legality and ethical implications of the operation. The incident has also brought attention to the US military's use of "double-tap" strikes in similar situations.