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Analyst blows up Trump admin's new 'patently illegal' explanation for controversial move
- A legal analyst challenges the DoD's justification for the second strike, saying it does not survive scrutiny.
- The analysis centers on the Collateral Damage Estimation Methodology and its application to the strike.
- Experts say noncombatants, including those on the wreckage, must be considered under the law of war.
- Democrat Ted Lieu highlighted the debate on the legal justification for striking a boat fleeing the scene.
- The piece reflects ongoing scrutiny as lawmakers assess the legality of the operation.
- The analyst contends that even a strike targeting cocaine would be illegal under the standard methodology.
- The piece includes reactions from lawmakers, including comments shared by Ted Lieu.
- The report suggests the DoD’s rationale may not align with international law on civilian harm.
- The article is part of Raw Story’s coverage of U.S. news, investigations, and ethics policy.
- The discussion ties into broader questions about legality of targeted force operations.
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