This accusation stems from a recent drone strike targeting a narco-terrorist vessel approaching U.S. shores. The situation raises questions about Panetta's stance on similar actions taken during his tenure, particularly under the Obama administration, which saw drone strikes against American citizens. Curiously, the media has yet to probe Panetta on this apparent inconsistency.
According to Gateway Pundit, Panetta expressed his views on CNN's "The Situation Room," stating, "I don’t think there’s any question that that’s a war crime, if it happened in that way." He emphasized the importance of a thorough investigation by the Armed Services Committees in both the Senate and the House, noting their commitment to uncovering the truth.
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"I think the best thing that’s happening now is that the Armed Services Committee in both the Senate and the House have indicated that they’re going to do a full investigation of this issue," he remarked. Panetta further stressed the need for accountability if the actions are indeed deemed a war crime.
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The controversy has prompted multiple lawmakers to demand information from the Trump administration following reports by The Washington Post and CNN.
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These reports allege that the U.S. conducted an additional strike on a suspected drug-smuggling boat in September, resulting in the deaths of two survivors from an earlier strike.
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This incident has sparked a political firestorm, with critics questioning the motivations behind Panetta's statements and the broader implications of such military actions.
Adding to the intrigue, Panetta was among the 51 intelligence experts who signed a letter dismissing the Hunter Biden laptop story as Russian disinformation. This past involvement raises questions about the credibility and motivations of those making such claims.
As the investigation unfolds, it remains to be seen how these allegations will impact the political landscape and whether they will lead to any substantive changes in policy or accountability measures.
