A Call for Justice: Former Fox News Analyst Accuses Defense Secretary of War Crimes
A Serious Allegation
A former colleague of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is calling for a serious investigation. Andrew Napolitano, now with Newsmax, says Hegseth might have committed war crimes. He argues that ordering the killing of survivors after an airstrike breaks international law.
The Incident
The incident happened in September. The U.S. military struck a suspected drug boat in the Caribbean. Hegseth allegedly ordered everyone on board to be killed. This included two survivors who were still alive after the initial attack.
Napolitano's Stance
Napolitano worked with Hegseth for years at Fox News. He says it's not easy to make this accusation. But he believes the law is clear. Survivors must be rescued, not killed. He thinks everyone involved should face prosecution.
Hegseth's Defense
Hegseth has been under fire since the Washington Post reported his order. He claims he watched the initial strike but didn't see the survivors. He also says he didn't stick around for the second strike. The Trump administration is trying to shift blame to Navy Adm. Frank M. Bradley.
Napolitano's Response
Napolitano disagrees with the White House's defense. He says the law is clear. Survivors must be rescued, not killed. He thinks Congress will investigate this matter. The outcome could have serious consequences for Hegseth and the Trump administration.
Questions Remain
This situation raises important questions. How involved was Hegseth in the second strike? Did he break the law? The answers could change everything.