Pete Hegseth defends strikes on alleged cartel boats, says Donald Trump can order use of force ‘as he sees fit’

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Original Load Date Dec. 6, 2025, 6:01 p.m.
Last Updated Dec. 6, 2025, 6:01 p.m.
Original URL https://www.chicagotribune.com/2025/12/06/hegseth-defends-strikes-alleged-cartel-boats/

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WASHINGTON — Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth defended strikes on alleged drug cartel boats during remarks Saturday at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, saying President Donald Trump has the power to take military action “as he sees fit” to defend the nation. Hegseth dismissed criticism of the ...