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'Takes a pass!' Thune's snub of Hegseth raises eyebrows

Thune declined to evaluate the Pentagon leader's conduct when asked about Hegseth, signaling a cautious stance.
The first attack on a suspected drug boat near Venezuela drew bipartisan scrutiny over its reported legality.
Admiral Frank M. 'Mitch' Bradley reportedly ordered the second strike, raising questions about chain-of-command.
Officials described shifting narratives as the White House clarified the legality of the second strike.
Punchbowl News founder Jake Sherman amplified Thune's pass on Hegseth’s leadership on social media.
The incident involved reports of two strikes during an attack on Sept. 2 near Venezuela, according to Reuters.
White House described the second strike as within authority, seeking to justify the actions taken.
The reporting framed the debate around accountability for military orders in the Caribbean near Venezuela.
News coverage cited Reuters and Washington Post as evidence for the disputed claims.

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