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Rand Paul Intensifies Critique of Venezuela Strikes, Questioning Trump’s Fentanyl Claim

Paul moves to limit future action, citing doubts over the drug rationale.

Holsey Retires Early From SOUTHCOM, Pettus Named Acting Commander

Gabbard Declares U.S. ‘Regime Change’ Era Over — Questions Linger on Venezuela

John Oliver Calls Out Trump’s Lethal Drug‑Boat Strikes as East Wing Demolition Draws Fire

SOUTHCOM Chief Adm. Alvin Holsey to Retire Dec. 12 as U.S. Expands Caribbean Strike Campaign

UN Urges Restraint as U.S. Defends Caribbean Strikes and Venezuela Sounds Alarm

Pentagon Creates II MEF-Led Task Force to Expand Caribbean Anti-Cartel Campaign

Stephen Miller Reportedly Directs U.S. Strikes on Venezuelan Boats Through Homeland Security Council

U.S. Weighs Strikes Inside Venezuela as Caribbean Drug Operation Escalates

USS Stockdale Enters Caribbean, Bringing U.S. Naval Presence to Eight Ships

Trump Says U.S. Conducted Second Strike on Alleged Venezuelan Drug Boat

California Judge Blocks Deportations Under Alien Enemies Act Citing Due Process Gaps